Never Part of the Plan: A Story of Courage, Resilience, & Gratitude

It can be difficult to stay resilient and find courage through constantly difficult and changing times. Though it may seem like a lonely path, it is important to remember that you are not alone, and that there are things you...

The treasurer’s role in a nonprofit and how to find the right person for the job

Every nonprofit, regardless of size or focus, needs a capable person who can oversee the organization’s financial management and operations. The treasurer is a member of the organization's board of directors or a part of the finance committee, and their...

Fork theory: A multi-pronged approach to support neurodivergent networking

This article was previously published by CareerWise and is reprinted with permission. For the first decade of my professional life, my networking philosophy was essentially, “good for them; not for me.” My networking experiences fell somewhere along the spectrum from mildly awkward...

Managing Emotions in Conflict: Tools to help you move from stress to resolution

This article is an excerpt from a CharityVillage webinar, Managing Emotions in Workplace Conflict. View the full video recording here, or scroll to the end of the article to watch the video. This stress response is problematic in conflict because...

Outsourcing Non-Core Functions: The Pros, Cons, Best Practices and Things to Consider

Original Broadcast Date: August 10, 2023. Summary:  To hire in-house, or to outsource? That is the question that most nonprofits face at one point or another along their journey. It’s a big decision and one that should not be taken...

Three reasons to lead with curiosity in our advocacy

“Curiosity is the pre-requisite to change,” writes journalist and author Amanda Ripley. Coming to a conversation ready to listen and to hear the perspectives of others while holding our assumptions loosely is a proven way to have positive conversations that...

How to evaluate the present leadership of your charity

This is the second part of a two-part series on assessing leadership talent at your organization. Read part one, on the benefits of leadership assessments, here. As a charity, you can use different strategies for leadership assessments. First, however, it...

How digital is your organization?

A guide to the 2023 Giving Report’s five most impactful changes from a digital lens, including a checklist and free audit. The CanadaHelps 2023 Giving Report’s urgent cry for change is one that’s difficult to ignore. While the state of...

Five fundraising activities that board members love to lead

Interested in learning more about engaging board members in fundraising activities? We’ve partnered with Story Point Consulting to offer a free webinar on July 13. Register here. Every board of directors is made up of different members with varying skills and...

Stress-free virtual celebrations minus the awkward small talk

Virtual work parties. You either love them or hate them. On one hand, they can be full of awkward small talk, tech glitches, and constantly saying, “You’re on mute”. However, they are also an opportunity to have some fun and...