For better or worse, organizational culture drives your nonprofit’s decision-making processes. Learn why organizational culture is so important, the challenges of toxic culture, and how to build a healthy organizational culture that leads to better governance and effective decision-making.

In times of financial and operational uncertainties, scenario planning and proactive management routines can help nonprofits ensure their resilience and continue to serve their communities effectively.

Creating a culture of collaboration within nonprofit organizations is essential for achieving strategic goals and driving impactful change. This involves not only forming cross-functional teams but also establishing an environment where collaboration is encouraged and valued.

Utilizing shared back office services is an effective strategy to maximize resources and maintain financial sustainability. By collaborating on administrative functions, nonprofits can streamline operations, reduce costs, and focus more on their mission-driven activities.

Effective leadership and a strong organizational culture are critical components of successful nonprofit collaboration. Explore the importance of leadership dynamics, cultural alignment, and the human element in fostering sustained collaborations.

While collaboration offers numerous benefits, it also presents unique challenges that nonprofit leaders must look out for and address to be successful. Here are common challenges in nonprofit collaboration and strategies to overcome them.

In the face of increasing social challenges and limited resources, nonprofit organizations are turning to collaboration as a key strategy to enhance their impact and sustainability. Understand the significance of collaboration, types of collaboration, and key considerations for forming successful partnerships.

In this honest note, CEO Greg Petersen explores the challenges and the opportunities facing nonprofits in 2025, from navigating leadership transitions to forging bold partnerships.

Understanding the core purpose of your organization—the "why"—is fundamental to its success, as it helps align your team, guides decision-making, and fosters a deeper connection to the mission. Read our actionable overview of how to develop your organization’s “why.”

2024 has been a year defined by dynamic collaborations and transformative impact. We leaned into collaboration as a powerful strategy to help nonprofits strike a balance between their mission and strategic business solutions, achieving sustainable impact.

A strong organizational culture helps ensure that your mission, values, and vision are shared and embraced by all stakeholders. Here’s a framework that addresses both staff and board roles in fostering a cohesive, aligned, strong organizational culture.

Having a robust partnership and merger strategy is essential not only for growing your organization's impact but also for addressing uncertainties, changing funding environments, a shifting political landscape, and regulatory challenges. Here are our tips for developing your partnership and merger strategy.

Maintaining the financial health of a nonprofit organization can be challenging due to fluctuating funding sources, burdensome regulatory requirements, and continual economic uncertainties. Understanding and regularly assessing these key financial health metrics is crucial for ensuring your organization’s long-term ability to execute its mission.

With the right mindset and approach, you can transform the daunting task of risk management into an opportunity for growth and innovation, ensuring your nonprofit remains resilient and focused on its mission.

Effective collaboration can drive meaningful change, maximize impact, and foster innovation. Here are some key insights on how to cultivate collaborative leadership at the individual, team, and organizational levels.

As we continue to navigate the ever-changing landscape of the nonprofit sector, resilience building has emerged as a crucial trend to watch in FY 2025. Here are three ways to build resilience and examples of Illinois nonprofits leading the way.

Explore the key drivers propelling nonprofits towards digital transformation and provide real-world examples of organizations that have successfully navigated this digital shift.

Nonprofits are increasingly recognizing the value of collaboration to amplify their impact, extend their reach, and optimize resources. This can manifest as shared services, joint programming, or even mergers. Read on to understand what’s driving this trend.

Structuring strategic partnerships requires careful planning and consideration – logistically and emotionally. Here are what we’ve learned should be key considerations for smooth transitions in a strategic partnership.

Partnership feasibility assessments are a pivotal part of the collaboration process. Learn more about the role of a feasibility assessment and what areas of consideration can be included in one.