Sponsorships from the business community can be an effective way to build a nonprofit’s fundraising network and obtain the financing necessary to run large events. In turn, sponsors enjoy unique [...]
Volunteers, whether from its own congregation or from the public at large, often make up an essential core of a church’s operations. Volunteers may help with day-to-day administration and [...]
Nonprofits are under constant pressure to keep their brand in front of their constituents. From staying in touch with donors to getting the word out about the nonprofit’s services and campaigns, [...]
As churches grow and begin to hire part- or full-time staff to handle administrative duties, the church’s employment obligations become more complex. To protect the church from legal risk, [...]
Change is an inevitable part of running an organization. Even a small change, like the adoption of a new recordkeeping process, can create a surprising amount of work. But big changes, especially [...]
The political conversation never stops, but during major campaign years it goes into overdrive. This is never more true than during presidential election years, when voters are most tuned in to [...]
Nonprofits that use their websites to promote their causes and reach new potential donors can benefit from hosting an official blog. A blog, like social media accounts, is a useful tool for [...]
Like any other organization, nonprofit or otherwise, a church needs to enter into contracts with other organizations as part of its operations. As churches grow or establish long histories, [...]
In the early stages of a nonprofit’s existence, the board may be involved in virtually every decision made on behalf of the organization. As the organization matures, the board will increasingly [...]
Keeping good records is vital for the long-term health of a nonprofit. Written records provide an institutional memory that will endure even as leadership changes. They are also essential for [...]