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...

Is your nonprofit’s storytelling delivering a one-note narrative?

Are your nonprofit’s stories all starting to sound the same? Have you been telling different versions of the same story over and over again? Stories are central to compelling nonprofit communications; they help audiences connect emotionally, understand your work and...

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...

CharityVillage Connects: AI for Impact: How Nonprofits Are Turning Tech into Social Good

In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we explore how nonprofits across Canada are beginning to harness the power of artificial intelligence to advance their missions. Through real-world case studies and conversations with sector leaders, we spotlight tangible examples of how...

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...

Fundraising Basics for Small Nonprofits: Using Data to Create an Effective Fundraising Strategy

Original Broadcast Date: September 18, 2025 Summary: For staff and volunteers who are new to fundraising or just beginning to explore data, using data analysis to drive your fundraising strategy can come with a bit of a learning curve, especially when...

Adobe Acrobat Pro. Less paperwork. More impact.

Spend less time on paperwork and more time making a difference with Adobe Acrobat Pro —the leading PDF and e-signature solution built to help nonprofits work smarter. Create and share annual reports – Outline accomplishments, thank donors, and promote your...
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