Foundation Group works with thousands of nonprofits each year, so we get the opportunity to deal with many complex issues. Few are as complicated and confusing as copyright and royalty questions. The goal of this post is to give you…
In a few weeks, your nonprofit is having its next board meeting. It just happens to be the annual meeting in which officers and directors are elected. You’re the founder and have been President and a board member since the…
The following is a guest post from Donately. Donors are the lifeline of your organization. To retain their support, your nonprofit has to go the extra mile to keep donors engaged and passionate about your cause. However, how can you…
The end of the year is THE BEST time of year for fundraising. And it’s a great time to get your Board involved in helping you raise money. But if you’re like most, your Board doesn’t do a whole lot…
Most people involved with nonprofits know that there are certain rules that must be followed. Now granted, there is a lot of misunderstanding with regard to what the rules mean and how to properly follow them. And it goes without…
The following is a guest post from Meyer Partners. The days are getting shorter, lights and decorations are being hung, and the highly-anticipated end of year is drawing near. Along with the seasonal changes that come with the end of…
This is a conversation our staff members have with clients at least 4 or 5 times per week: The issue of a nonprofit hiring and paying an independent contractor. What is fascinating is the degree of resistance we often get…
Giving Tuesday is an important part of a smart year-end fundraising strategy and a terrific opportunity to communicate with your supporters, sharing the story of what your nonprofit does, why funds are needed, and how they can help.
Funding your nonprofit organization and making a difference in your community is not an inexpensive feat. So, you start fundraising! And hopefully, you are successful in finding people who want to donate. But what does that look like in your…
Here’s a factoid you’ve probably heard before: The majority of small business startups fail within the first 5 years. Sadly, the same is true for nonprofits. There are a multitude of factors that come into play that help to determine…