Nonprofits constantly face both internal and external challenges as they strive to fulfill their missions. Regardless of whether things are going well or if your organization is considering closing its doors, it is important for leadership to assess if a…
Given current challenges facing community-based nonprofits, it is increasingly important for leadership to assess how more formal partnerships, including strategic combinations with other organizations, might help preserve and enhance their missions. Please join PBPO for this overview of key topics…
When nonprofits consider a new partnership or even combining forces in a more integrated way, understanding the options for structuring a nonprofit combination can help shape initial discussions and pose important considerations for boards. This article outlines common types of…
Board members may be surprised to hear that they have a role and responsibility regarding internal controls. These controls are critical for any nonprofit and can be implemented even if your nonprofit has no employees. In addition, the pandemic created…
As with every type of organization, nonprofits are at risk of falling victim to costly acts of fraud and tend to have some common characteristics that can make them particularly susceptible to such schemes. This article addresses steps and suggested…
While nonprofit board members are motivated to serve by passion for an organization’s mission, could a nonprofit also pay them? Paying nonprofit board members for their service raises many legal issues that are very difficult to overcome. Read this article to learn…
The normal lifecycle of a charitable organization has peaks and valleys. But the pandemic has heightened some of those dynamics forcing charities to take a strategic look at how they operate. Some of the possibilities that boards may consider involve…
With Governor DeWine’s stay-at-home order, what started out as social distancing now requires Ohio nonprofit boards to forgo in-person meetings until the COVID-19 crisis has passed. Understandably, board governance may not be at the top of your mind. However, it…
Video Link (1 hour) Nonprofit boards have the ultimate responsibility and accountability for the organizations they lead. Does every member of your board understand their legal and fiduciary obligations? Whether you have served on a board for years or if…
Strong organizations start with strong leadership, and board members play a vital role in nonprofits by sharing their expertise, supporting the mission, and ensuring the sustainability of the organization. Nonprofits often have ideas of the responsibilities they would like their…
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