How can I get my board more involved in fundraising? This is an excellent question that I'm frequently asked by staff members. One of the main reasons I encourage you to share these monthly articles with your board is because...
You are accountable. In the wake of a global economic meltdown attributed to financial greed and irresponsibility, regulators worldwide are focusing on accountability as the means to cleaning up the mess, and preventing it from recurring. Board members of all...
This is the second in a series of articles focusing on key steps in building a solid organization. Click here to view the first article, which suggests how to create the plans for the organization. This article focuses on what...
The Banff Centre, Canada's foremost arts, cultural, and educational institution and conference facility, lies in the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Banff National Park. Enveloped in glorious mountains and pristine natural surroundings, it is understandably committed to environmental leadership and performance....
After last month's podcast you should be armed with a good understanding of just what the GST is. This month, we discuss the unique effect that the GST has on charities, the importance for the organization and its directors to...
There was a time - scarcely 20 years ago - when telling someone you were part of a "virtual" organization, run entirely on something called "the Internet," would have caused them to stare vacantly at you while awaiting further explanation....
It's hard to ignore screaming headlines today about the sorry state of the US housing market. Talk shows are dominated by stories about hapless homeowners who unwittingly gorged themselves on mortgages they really couldn't afford. As Warren Buffet says, "It's...
Our membership has requested that our organization develop an ethics program. Where do we start? Congratulations to your membership for recognizing the value of a good ethics program. Your members and community can greatly benefit from ensuring that the chosen...
I was sitting around with a few friends the other night and we were all talking about the economic recession that is having a dramatic and unprecedented impact on every nation’s financial well-being. The conversation became quite animated with all...
The world certainly feels topsy-turvy right now. Each day seems to bring new challenges to the economy...and new financial challenges for nonprofits. Your donations may be diminishing. Government funding may be declining. Membership may be falling. Sales may be receding....
