The nature of nonprofit revenues can make a world of difference in strategy and planning. The author’s framework assists managers and boards in understanding their current revenue and its limitations.
Nonprofits and the Economy: Still on the Edge
The economy is up, but should your spirits be too? Not if you rely on government funds or foundation grants. Recent data point to more troubling times ahead for nonprofits.
To Fee or Not to Fee? (And Related Questions)
As organizations increasingly look to earned income to supplement their revenue, this article, based on a chapter in a new book published by the National Center on Nonprofit Enterprise and the Foundation Center, provides insights into some important decisions nonprofits face.
What Does Accountability Mean These Days?
NPQ’s Editor in Chief thinks the catchphrase “accountability” is going stale, or spoiled.
Learning from the Mistakes of Some . . . and the Bravery of Others
Why do some community-based nonprofits sound more like each other than the diverse communities they serve?
One for the Money, Two for the Show: Nonprofits as Conduits for Political Influence
Cohen details how some nonprofits and foundations are being misused, to grease relations between business and politicians, and peddle influence in the name of good causes.
Earning the Public Trust
Public trust in nonprofits has eroded for many reasons. For Independent Sector, regaining that trust requires decisive organizational and regulatory action.
Magic Christian Theory of Philanthropy: Fruitless Loops Frustrate Fundraisers
Anthrop boldly examines a rumored, but never proven, dark secret of philanthropy by exposing this hereto “missing link” in funder motivation.
Welcome to Summer 2004
Right up front, I want to urge you to notice the free giveaways that you can access in this issue: • Our special supplement on nonprofit education programs, complete with a buyer’s guide. This is our first of a number of such supplements aimed at helping you to be a wise consumer of the products
Founders and Other Gods
FROM THE NPQ ARCHIVE: The nonprofit sector‘s love-hate relationship with founders has lasted for decades. Understanding some of the very recognizable dynamics laid out lovingly in this classic management article might help one avoid the sometimes-too-public founder/nonprofit breakups and meltdowns that abound in our passionate sector.
Defending Defensiveness
Defensive behavior is instinctive, but it can be counterproductive in our work relationships and organizations. Janoff discusses how we can learn and promote different approaches.
Participatory Evaluation: How It Can Enhance Effectiveness and Credibility of Nonprofit Work
Participatory approaches to evaluation can play an important role in helping nonprofits achieve positive and transformative change in their communities and organizations.