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When everything is going well at your nonprofit, risk management may not seem like a priority. It’s easy to become comfortable with your organization’s day-to-day practices and relationships without giving a second thought to difficult situations that might occur. However, if challenges eventually arise, a solid risk management strategy and 


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bbcon is a special kind of annual event that I was introduced to by a former supervisor in 2024, and I’ve been hooked on going to it ever since. This year’s conference is taking place from September 29–October 1, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio. If you’re considering attending and need a last little push to


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Every organization planning in-person fundraising events—whether it’s a multi-route bike ride, a 5K run/walk, an elegant luncheon, or a high-profile gala—shares a dual objective: to build long-term supporter loyalty while 


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When a hurricane, wildfire, or flood tears through a community, the people best positioned to help are sometimes the least equipped to receive funding for it. Neighbors might organize. Local leaders might step up. A coalition might form overnight to coordinate case management, rebuild homes, and connect survivors to resources. But the group might not have 501(c)(3) status, wh...


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Picture this moment. You open your email on a Tuesday morning, coffee still hot, and there it is: the notice that your largest government contract is on hold, effective immediately, with no timeline for resolution. Your stomach drops and you start doing the math in your head before you have even finished reading the message. Payroll is in nine days. The program that contract ...


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