Leaders Are Learners: Yasmeen’s Story

For more than a decade, Yasmeen Rolland enjoyed her job working in education and student recruitment, but something was missing. She felt a growing desire to make a greater impact in people’s lives. “I wanted to see how people can become empowered when they receive what they need, especially if they’re underprivileged or experience a […]

Five Most Popular Nonprofit Articles of 2024

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During 2024, nonprofit professionals turned to the Nonprofit Leadership Center for resources and support to strengthen their organizations and communities. Here are the top five most-read articles from our subject matter experts this year. Embrace New Beginnings: Unleash Your Potential in 2024 In an open letter to the Nonprofit Leadership Center community, our CEO, Charlie […]

Why Funders Should Follow the Federal Lead in Increasing Operational Allowances for Nonprofits (De Minimis Rate)

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The de minimis rate is a federal standard allowing nonprofits to recover indirect costs that support their core operations, such as administrative expenses, rent, utilities, and technology. This rate applies to federal grants and provides a portion of funding for necessary, but indirect operational expenses, that are critical for organizational stability and growth. Historically set […]

2024 Nonprofit Holiday Gift Guide

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The Nonprofit Leadership Center’s Nonprofit Holiday Gift Guide highlights gifts for everyone on your list, with some or all of the proceeds benefiting nonprofits. Gifts in this 2024 guide were curated by the Nonprofit Leadership Center’s nonprofit community through a submission process in November. As you celebrate the holidays this season, thank you for supporting nonprofits that strengthen […]

4 Tips to Maximize Year-End Giving

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With nearly one-third of all nonprofit fundraising occurring in December, knowing how to maximize year-end giving is essential. Here are four tips your nonprofit can implement today to finish your year strong. 1. Take Early Advantage of GivingTuesday GivingTuesday is a worldwide day of giving that occurs on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving each year. But […]

A Year of Gratitude: The Essential Ingredient to Finding More Joy

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Countless research studies have revealed that showing gratitude can improve almost any aspect of our lives. According to expert Shabnam Mogharabi, keynote speaker at our recent Nonprofit Leadership Conference, gratitude is the most important element when it comes to creating more joy in our lives and at work.  In the spirit of gratitude, our team […]

Being the Change That Changes Everything Starts With Us

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Raise your hand if you lead or serve on a team that sits back and waits for someone to give you a solution. As I gazed out across the crowd of more than 700 nonprofit and community leaders at the 2024 Nonprofit Leadership Conference, no one raised their hand. Of course they didn’t. That’s because […]

WATCH: Easy Steps to Increase Your Nonprofit’s Recurring Donors

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Learn how to retain 10% more recurring donors than the average nonprofit! During this free, one-hour webinar that you can watch on demand, James Goalder will share the findings from Bloomerang’s recent study where they tracked and analyzed the online giving experience after donating $25 to 500 organizations across the U.S. Based on the findings, […]

Post-Election Reflections for Nonprofit Leaders

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The Nonprofit Leadership Center’s Board Chair Michelle Sanchez, CPA, and CEO Charlie Imbergamo, MA, CFRE, offer reflections for nonprofit leaders after a challenging election cycle. Dear Nonprofit Leaders, With the recent election now behind us, we focus on the work of the nonprofit sector, prioritizing unity and kindness to strengthen our organizations and the communities […]

Feature Your Organization in the 2024 Nonprofit Holiday Gift Guide

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The Nonprofit Leadership Center is currently accepting submissions for our 2024 Nonprofit Holiday Gift Guide. Started in 2019, this festive guide highlights holiday gifts that give back to nonprofit organizations to strengthen our communities. The deadline to submit a gift that benefits your nonprofit is Friday, November 22. The 2024 Nonprofit Holiday Gift Guide will […]