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Brief Board Self-Assessment

This survey is simple to complete and simple to score for board self-assessment.

I Survived an IRS Audit

Blue Avocado shares the story of Karl Dickson, treasurer of a small environmental organization in Milwaukee, and how he survived his first IRS audit.

Evaluating the Chief Executive

Use this sample process for CEO Evaluation and adjust it to fit your organization.

Emergency Response Planning Guides

The FEMA website has tools and resources related to disaster and emergency response including this template for an emergency response plan.

Management & Operations

Business Plan Versus Strategic Plan

Do you need a business plan, a strategic plan or both? Learn more about the purpose of each tool.

Management & Operations

Practical Ideas for Improving Equity and Inclusion at Nonprofits

The journey toward greater diversity, equity, and inclusion has no fixed endpoint, but this article from the Stanford Social Innovation Review offers...

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

What Does It Take to Build a Culture of Belonging?

An essential part of DEI work is to create a culture where every employee, regardless of their background, feels they belong. This article from...

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Special Event Types: Pros and Cons

There are many types of special events that you can hold and each one offers positives and negatives. Use this tool to help you in making your...

Business Planning Components

Get a better idea of what kinds of things should be included in your business plan.

50-State Charitable Solicitation Compliance Guide

The National Council of Nonprofits and Harbor Compliance partnered to publish Charitable Solicitation Compliance, a free white paper that explains the...

33 Principles for Good Governance

The Panel on the Nonprofit Sector, spearheaded by Independent Sector, released "Principles for Good Governance and Ethical Practice: A Guide for...

Checklist for Developing a Statement of Values and Code of Ethics

It is recommended that all nonprofits develop a statement of values and code of ethics to help guide their policies, decision making and operations...