Learning That Changes Lives: Local Leader Shares Journey to Nonprofit Success
Empowering. Collaborative. Transformative. These are the first words that come to mind for Erin McKenney, Esq., when she thinks about the Certificate in Nonprofit Management graduate program at the University of Tampa. Now the capital campaign director at the University of Tampa where she spent 18 months earning this prestigious certificate, you might add the […]
4 Steps to Attract & Retain More Donors Every Month
Did you know that for every dollar spent attracting new donors via email, organizations generate about $40 in return (Source: Litmus)? That’s a pretty convincing equation, but in today’s competitive market with information overload, it can be difficult for nonprofits to consistently find and reach new prospective donors. So, how can your organization break through […]
Nonprofit Leadership Center Welcomes Four New Board Members
The Nonprofit Leadership Center is pleased to welcome four new board members to our dynamic board of directors: Lisa L. Brody, Esq., Julie Perrelli, CFRE, Katie Shultz, Ed.D., and Jennifer Yeagley. Meet Lisa L. Brody, Esq. Lisa L. Brody is the chief strategy officer for the Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg. She serves as […]
Owning Challenges & Change: 5 Steps to Involve A Community in Solving Its Own Problems
The more you listen to and hear from the communities your nonprofit serves, the better equipped your organization will be to provide the resources it needs to build the community it wants and needs. Nestor Ortiz, a Nonprofit Leadership Center mentor and the CEO of 16 Point Compass Consulting, says it’s essential for communities to […]
Embrace New Beginnings: Unleash Your Potential in 2024
An Open Letter to the Nonprofit Leadership Center Community Happy New Year! As we find ourselves in the starting blocks of another year, it’s an opportune moment for reflection, renewal and resetting our sights on transformative growth. In the spirit of progress and impact, I humbly encourage every nonprofit professional to seize this moment by […]
Three Ways to Enhance Your Leadership Growth in 2024
If you want to grow as a leader in 2024, there are three things you’ll need to prioritize: reflection, adaptability and continuous learning. 1. Reflection Take time to reflect on your past leadership experiences and outcomes from the previous year. Analyze what worked well, what didn’t and why. Use these insights to reframe your approach. […]
Five Most Popular Nonprofit Articles of 2023
During the past year, 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 in 2023. 17 Questions to Ask Your Team to Build the Best Culture Research shows that 96% of workers are looking […]
Michelle M. Sanchez to Serve as Nonprofit Leadership Center’s Next Board Chair
The Nonprofit Leadership Center (NLC) is pleased to announce that Michelle M. Sanchez, CPA, will serve as its board chair for 2024, effective January 1. As a passionate member of the NLC board since 2021 and a public accountant in the Tampa Bay area since 1994, Michelle brings deep expertise in auditing and financial management to the […]
How to Lead from Any Seat: 8 Steps to Thrive in a Constantly Changing World
Have you ever set audacious goals for yourself and then felt overwhelmed by not knowing how to reach them? Human development expert and Nonprofit Leadership Center trainer Dr. John Loblack says the key to achieving your goals is to first “identify your destination and work backwards.” Regardless of the position you hold or your desired […]
Feature Your Organization in the 2023 Nonprofit Holiday Gift Guide
. The Nonprofit Leadership Center is currently accepting submissions for our 2023 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 24. The 2023 Nonprofit Holiday Gift Guide […]