The nonprofit sector naturally attracts talent that seeks to make a difference in the world. This is reflected in research showing that nonprofit professionals often demonstrate stronger protective factors, such as resiliency and mental fortitude, compared to those working in...
In a time of growing polarization, economic uncertainty, and social fragmentation, one truth is becoming clear: human connection is not a luxury — it is a foundation of life. We all need to feel seen, valued, and supported. While not-for-profits...
Executive Director (ED) performance management is one of the most important governance responsibilities a board holds. But many of the so-called “best practices” we lean on in the nonprofit sector are outdated, unhelpful, or downright harmful. Here are five common...
In our recent CharityVillage Connects podcast episode, Should Money Talk? Inequities in Funding and Influence in the Nonprofit Sector, we interviewed several nonprofit leaders from across the country about the inequities that continue within the nonprofit sector, including in terms...
Original Broadcast Date: June 19, 2025 Summary: Nonprofits often face uncertainty when it comes to expenses and cash flow, leading to operational stress and missed opportunities. In this webinar, an Enkel CFO walks through real-world examples of how Canadian NPOs...
Nonprofit board members have a duty to ensure that they are free from conflicts or potential conflicts. But surprisingly, many boards are unprepared when a conflict situation surfaces, even when they have policies in place. What's more interesting is that...
Original Broadcast Date: June 12, 2025 Summary: If you've ever felt like you're trying to lead the "right" way - always in control, full of confidence, and never showing emotion - only to end up exhausted, overwhelmed, and still questioning...
Celebrating 30 Years of Connecting Canadian Nonprofits with Talented People! For the past 30 years, CharityVillage has been at the heart of Canada's nonprofit sector, connecting organizations making a difference in their communities with passionate individuals ready to do good...
In the evolving landscape of the nonprofit and charitable sector, effective staff training is a critical factor for organizational success and sustainability. One of the key ways that the board of directors can work towards a sustainable future is to...
They say money talks. Is this true for the nonprofit sector, where a relatively small number of large charities receive the lion’s share of available funding? Have well-funded charities dominated the public policy governing our sector, drowning out the voices...
