Nonprofit Budgeting Basics — Part One.
Over the next several weeks, we will discuss different elements of nonprofits budgets. Our goal is to build capacity because we often receive questions from board and staff members that speak to the need for [Read more]
For Rent: Nonprofits Need Space — Part Two.
Some of the best benefits of social platforms are the ability to share ideas and make connections. My article last week on nonprofit office space resonated with many, and so we highlight some of [Read more]
For Rent: Nonprofits Need Space — Part One.
I can name nearly a dozen nonprofits that are struggling with space.
They don’t have enough. They can’t afford more. What they can afford needs repair. Or worse, they won’t make it a priority, because after [Read more]
It’s Gala Season.
From now through May, there will be dozens of nonprofit galas in Central Ohio. I had the pleasure of attending a client gala last week. With fundraising events fresh in mind, the following are my [Read more]
What We Learned — Part Two.
There were many interesting insights from our recent forums with BoardSource at The Columbus Foundation and the Columbus Metropolitan Club. Last week we shared lessons learned. This week, we look at [Read more]
What We Learned — Part One.
I’m energized and exhausted all at the same time.
Five sponsors, four panelists, three poll questions, two forums with two hosts, and one national partner speaking to 512 in-person guests, plus countless more online and via [Read more]
State of Nonprofits: State of the Board.
Next week, I have the privilege of participating on a panel at the Columbus Metropolitan Club’s annual State of Nonprofit Forum: The State of the Board.
I’ll be joined by colleagues Michael Bongiorno [Read more]
Nonprofit Resolutions for 2020.
It’s that time — the annual ritual of writing resolutions for a new year. For some, the exercise is clarifying; for others, it’s frustrating. More often than not, the goals we hope to accomplish quickly [Read more]
Columbus and Philanthropy — Part Three.
In the next 30 years, the projected population for the Columbus metropolitan area is 3 million residents. That’s one million more than live in Central Ohio today.
The implications are significant, especially related to [Read more]
Columbus and Philanthropy — Part Two.
By many measures, Columbus is thriving. By many measures, the income disparity is, too.
Earlier this year, The Columbus Dispatch reported that while Ohio’s median household income increased slightly, it is still 10% lower than [Read more]
Columbus and Philanthropy — Part One.
When we think of Columbus philanthropy, we most often think of notable families like Wexner, Wolfe, and Lazarus, or major corporations such as Nationwide, Huntington, and AEP.
There is hardly a nonprofit in Central Ohio that [Read more]
National Philanthropy Day.
Every November, philanthropists, volunteers, and fundraising professionals around the country gather to celebrate National Philanthropy Day. In Central Ohio, the event is hosted the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, which is the perfect time to honor [Read more]
Gratitude and Giving.
I love a good story. Especially one that is centered around unexpected philanthropy.
It goes like this:
After a decade of neglect and damage, a 125-year old building, which was once a thriving gathering spot, was slated [Read more]
Succession Planning.
The two most feared words of any nonprofit board are: “search committee.”
Nonprofit boards are often loath to engage in a search because of the fear of the unknown and the risks associated with the transition [Read more]
Nonprofit Role in Advocacy.
This week marks Election Day around the country — from school boards and township trustees to mayors and governors. Each election cycle has a big impact on policy and funding as elected officials enact their [Read more]