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Organizational Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Self-Assessment Tool

The Standards for Excellence Institute’s sample assessment tool looks at an organization’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in terms of its strategic...

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

How Committees Can Help Prevent Volunteer Burnout

Rick Szilagyi and Lauriane Lebrun of Lexian Management Associates share their framework for volunteer committees that work well without burning out.

How Nonprofit Branding Strengthens Impact

Matt Schwartz of MSDS, a nonprofit- and education-focused design and branding firm, explains the key components and importance of nonprofit brands in...

Marketing/Communications

Checklist for Donor Thank You Letter

You've written a beautiful thank you letter. Before you send it, run through this checklist to dot your i's and cross your t's.

Checklist to Prepare for an Audit

Get this detailed checklist to help you prepare for an audit.

Developing Your Advocacy Game Plan

Jumping into advocacy for your issue means setting up a game plan with strategic prioritization and expertise. It is also important to set up the...

Advocacy/Public Policy

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Sample Major Gifts Letter

In "The Major Gift Ask" from author and national fundraising expert, Andy Robinson provides a sample major gifts letter which is a great starting...

Cultivating Donors

Woolsey Conover, longtime donor, talks about the best ways to engage donors, both before and after a gift.

I Survived an IRS Audit

Blue Avocado shares the story of Karl Dickson, treasurer of a small environmental organization in Milwaukee, and how he survived his first IRS audit.

Execution Matters

Tom Tierney, Chairman and Co-Founder the of Bridgespan Group discusses why execution trumps strategy.

Conflicts of Loyalty

Too often we think only of the types of conflicts of interests that involve financial gains. However, in the nonprofit sector it is perhaps more...

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Grant Strategy Tracking Chart

Use this chart to track the key elements of the grants you are seeking.