Grant writing tips: Words to use and avoid

Words are like spells. When we use the right ones, they can create clarity, connection and sometimes even funding magic. But the wrong words? They can leave funders confused, uninspired, or unsure if your project is the right fit. Even...

Marking our 30th anniversary with the new CharityVillage Job and Volunteer Board

To celebrate our 30th anniversary, we have launched a new and improved Job and Volunteer Board for the nonprofit sector! For three decades, CharityVillage has been at the heart of Canada’s nonprofit sector, connecting organizations making a difference in their...

Celebrating philanthropy in action: AFP Golden Horseshoe to honour sector leaders at National Philanthropy Day 2025

Presented in partnership with CharityVillage, the presenting sponsor of National Philanthropy Day 2025. The power of philanthropy lies in its ability to connect people, amplify generosity, and spark meaningful change. This November, that power will be centre stage at AFP...

From scarcity to stability: Reversing the habits that break workplace culture

Have you ever been in an organization where people weren’t living its stated values? That disconnect is called culture drift. It occurs when an organization’s values become disentangled from the day-to-day behaviours and activities of its people. Culture drift can...

The incivility problem in our nonprofit sector

This article was originally published by YMCA WorkWell and is reprinted with permission. Click here to view the original article. This article is part of a series by YMCA WorkWell. Check out Part 2, and Part 3! Do you feel like our communities...

From Confusion to Clarity: Strengthening Financial Oversight in Nonprofits

Original Broadcast Date: September 25, 2025 Summary: Too many nonprofit boards are falling behind when it comes to financial oversight. Treasurers are unsure what to review, board members avoid financial discussions, and reports arrive late, unclear, or incomplete. This leaves Executive...

Feedback doesn’t have to feel like conflict (here’s how)

[et_pb_section admin_label="section"] [et_pb_row admin_label="row"] [et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text"]I had the privilege of presenting the webinar "Permission to Lead Differently: A New Model for Nonprofit Women Leaders" to CharityVillage's incredible audience of nonprofit leaders. The questions that came in during the session...

Level Up your mission: Maximizing capacity and impact for nonprofits—at no cost

Nonprofits are defined by the impact they create, yet the teams driving that impact are often stretched beyond capacity. Imagine having a crucial project—a fundraising campaign, a community program, or a data-driven initiative—but not enough hands or specialized skills to...

Upskilling for nonprofit sustainability: Five actionable steps to protect your people and your mission

A wave of recent research highlights a troubling theme: Canada’s widening skills gap is taking a growing toll on the nonprofit sector, particularly in digital and tech-related roles. This article explores why upskilling matters more than ever—and offers five practical...

From boring to bold: Rethinking governance

In too many boardrooms across the charitable sector, the real conversation happens in the parking lot or over coffee after the meeting. What’s left in the boardroom? A scripted agenda, nodding heads, and safe-but-empty resolutions that check boxes instead of...
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