Some of my board members went to a governance workshop and came back saying a succession plan was urgent, in case I got hit by a bus. I have a good administrator who acts for me during vacation, but frankly,...
"The board provides strategic direction. In many ways, the board functions as a particular kind of eyes and ears for the organization. They bring their passion and involvement in other organizations and causes - whether as staff, volunteers, activists, members...
According to a January 2009 report by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA), the need for food banks in Canada has risen dramatically since the food bank system was put in place in 1981, with the opening of the...
Now that you understand what the GST is and how it affects charities, it's important to take a look at how a charity can go about getting back the GST that they paid out during the year. This podcast discusses...
With so much beyond our understanding when it comes to the external economic situation, it can be reassuring to deepen our understanding of the internal financial situation of our own organizations. Equipped with insights regarding how a nonprofit is faring...
Many charities, and in particular foundations, that have established endowment funds are currently concerned about the impact caused by the recent downturn of the economy with regards to their reduced ability to meet their disbursement quota requirements under the Income...
Can we have members without charging for membership? Our low membership fees are waived for over half of our members, and the total revenue from fees is not worth the cost and effort of collecting the money. Must people pay...
1. The convener invites people to the table who are not able to participate fully or successfully. Often we don't think very much about who we need at a collaborative table. Conveners often use a stakeholder model and draw a...
How can I get my board more involved in fundraising? This is an excellent question that I'm frequently asked by staff members. One of the main reasons I encourage you to share these monthly articles with your board is because...
You are accountable. In the wake of a global economic meltdown attributed to financial greed and irresponsibility, regulators worldwide are focusing on accountability as the means to cleaning up the mess, and preventing it from recurring. Board members of all...
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