Is the nonprofit sector ready for the leadership transition that will happen as the Boomers retire? That's the question we explored in our recent CharityVillage Connects podcast episode, Succession Crisis: Is the Nonprofit Sector Ready? In our discussions with sector...
The challenges around leadership succession that the nonprofit sector is currently facing are nothing new. Back in 2019, the Senate Report, “Catalyst for Change: A Roadmap to a Stronger Charitable Sector” highlighted the issue and made recommendations calling on the...
Includes FREE, Lawyer-Vetted Employment Agreement/Contract Templates and other valuable resources! Thorough documentation is essential for effective nonprofit management, especially when it comes to employment relationships. While it's true that many relationships, including employment, can exist without written contracts, relying on...
Once the application deadline has passed, it is time to shortlist. Shortlisting is the process where a job competition narrows down all applicants to a selected number who will be offered an interview. Refer to the diversity, equity, and inclusion...
No time for HR paperwork? Do you shell out a ton of cash for HR policies and employment contracts or devote a ton of time researching online? Those days are over! Our free HR Hub is your solution. Access over...
CharityVillage Connects: Dissatisfied and Disillusioned: Nonprofit Professionals are Unhappy at Work
A new report has highlighted a disturbing and perhaps surprising finding: Job satisfaction in the nonprofit sector appears to be lower than in either the private or public sector. In a sector that focuses on meaningful work, what is driving...
How are nonprofit salaries and benefits changing as we continue to deal with the cost-of-living crisis? Access detailed salary information relevant to organizational size and region. Plus, if you are looking for a role in the nonprofit sector, the 2024...
This article explains the steps for posting a Request for Proposal (RFP) on the CharityVillage website, along with best practices to help you receive the highest number of feasible submissions and to increase equity and transparency for all potential submissions. ...
Feeling overwhelmed by labour law compliance? You're not alone. Many nonprofits dedicate themselves to making a difference, but keeping up with regulations can fall by the wayside. Forget the lectures on why compliance is important–you've likely heard it enough. This...
Photography courtesy Hilary Gauld | One for the Wall Photography and Canadian Down Syndrome Society Did you know that in 2022, 27% of Canadians aged 15 and older had at least one disability? That amounts to eight million Canadians. And...

