HealthCheck best practice – understanding financial statements

Do you and your fellow board members know how to read and understand a non-profit organization’s financial statements? You should, as it’s a very important function of board leadership. To help clarify why it’s so important, just Google “board financials” or “understanding board financials”. Among the many links, you’ll likely find the following. Steven Berger, in …

What are you celebrating today? We’re celebrating our first 2 months of connecting our community.

  We’re celebrating the two month anniversary of NPcatalyst’s public launching and excited to report that we’ve: Developed a wildly popular media partnership resource Delivered opportunities to 104 community organizations, businesses and business leaders Generated dozens of new donors and thousands of dollars within a 24-hour period to a local non-profit organization Reached thousands of connections, including current …

Research and transparency can increase charitable support

Over the last five years, we’ve witnessed an interesting progression with donors and volunteers. As a result of charitable competition, economic forces, and electronic capacities, today’s donors are increasingly curious, analyze before acting, and desire greater connectivity. When donors consider non-profit organizations for their contributions, a number of factors come into play, including the donor’s …

Looking for Volunteers? We have the answer!

Central to the core of our corporate mission is linking community supporters with local non-profit organizations. One of the ways we have made successful matches has been by connecting aspiring community leaders with local organizations. We now wish to provide “job” opportunities presented by local charities. If you’re seeking volunteers to fill specific roles, make sure …

Looking for a great volunteer opportunity?

Are you looking for a great volunteering opportunity in the community? We have the answer. NPcatalyst strengthens communities by creating opportunities and leveraging connections through the world of philanthropy. We enjoy making connections between non-profit organizations and their voluntary supporters. If you’re interested in being connected or “matched” to a community organization, take a moment …

The relationship of community leadership

I’m continually reminded that each person’s interest in volunteering is different. It’s different based on a number of factors, including such things as family upbringing personal surroundings, education, social status, employment, career path, age and personal/professional goals. Each one of us is different, yet we all share something in common…a better world. Midway through a …

Are you ready for a major fundraising campaign?

  By Pete Parker  Despite the sluggish economy, a handful of non-profit organizations are beginning to consider major giving campaigns to fund capital, endowment and scholarship projects. It’s no secret that major campaigns are among the more extremely difficult and time consuming projects undertaken by organizations. How do you know when your organization is ready for …

Conducting the successful board retreat

By Pete Parker Strong organizations are governed by outstanding leaders. Fueled with passion, experience, and commitment, the board members of community organizations play vital roles in the direction, management and impact of these groups. However, the strength of this leadership…and engagement…isn’t always immediately felt upon creating the board or recruiting the new board member. As …