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Are nonprofit leaders unknowingly taking a ‘scarcity vow’?
Many nonprofit leaders have unknowingly taken a scarcity vow—quietly accepting less so the work can continue. Here’s what it costs, and what funders and boards must do differently.
Nonprofit lobbying: Public charities have more influence than they think
Most nonprofits think they can’t lobby—but that’s a myth. Public charities have broad legal rights to engage in nonprofit lobbying and influence legislation without risking tax-exempt status.
Nonprofit burnout by design: How lack of philanthropic support impacts women of color nonprofit leaders
Nonprofit burnout among women of color leaders isn’t a personal failing—it’s a structural one. New research shows what funders must do differently to support equitable grantmaking practices.
Combining funding with mentorship for sustainable nonprofit capacity building
Nonprofit capacity building works best when funding comes with mentorship. See how one credit union rebuilt operations, governance, and long-term sustainability with both.
