You did it! Congratulations on receiving your 501(c)(3) Determination Letter. Let’s review some fundraising fundamentals before your organization can begin accepting donations.
Strategic Planning and your Organization's Life Cycle
All organizations go through three different stages—Growth & Maturity, Decline, and Rebirth. In this article, I will walk you through the various stages to help you determine which fits you best.
Pride & Pronouns
What better way to celebrate Pride month than to take inventory of your organization and ask – are we doing everything we can to ensure inclusivity towards members of the LGBTQIA+ community?
A good first step to take (or second step, or third step…) is to consider your organization’s use of pronouns.
Building Diverse, Equitable, & Inclusive Boards
If diversity, equity, and inclusivity are your organization’s values, it is essential to have a diverse, equitable, and inclusive Board of Directors. The community and funders are paying attention to your Board of Directors, and they want to see that the board reflects those values. A diverse, equitable, and inclusive Board of Directors can also lead to a more creative and effective governance body. The key to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive Board of Directors is to analyze your organization’s recruitment, requirements, responsibilities, and recognition of board members.