Existing Nonprofit Resources

Running a nonprofit is like any other business – full of paperwork!

We know that most nonprofit leaders do their work because they’re an expert in the mission – not necessarily all the paperwork. If you’re looking to protect, strengthen, and grow your organization, you need the right information. We’ve collected our top resources here to help you level up the nonprofit.

Down With the Overhead Pie Chart!

You know what I'm talking about, the pie chart you see on annual reports from nonprofits all the time that show a lot of money...

What If Somebody Asks to See Our 990s?

So, you get a strange phone call at the office – somebody wants back copies of the organization's 990s. Feels a little invasive doesn't it?...

3 secret tips to be better at board meetings

New nonprofits often start with board members who have no training or experience with running an effective board meeting. And most new boards don't even...

people looking at paper with a pen in hand

4 Things to Think About Before Naming an Attorney to a Nonprofit Board

I work with a lot of people who’d like to start a nonprofit, and one of first things I usually have to remind those founders...

What Does it Mean to Be a Nonprofit Board Member?

I work with a lot of people who think they'd like to start a nonprofit, and one of first things I usually have to remind...

Nonprofit Myth Busters III: Nonprofits and the IRS

Are you dreaming about starting a nonprofit? That's great! Maybe you aren't sure whether a nonprofit is the right vehicle for your big idea. That's...