The NonProfit Times’ Post

Why Strategic Planning is Important for Nonprofits: A Guide

Many #nonprofits are walking a financial tightrope. Every dollar coming in is critical to taking your next step. Not having the right people or outside #accounting firm in place can lead to critical missteps resulting in the financial demise of your organization. Here's why nonprofits should invest in having the right accounting officer or firm in place to help support their mission. https://bit.ly/40Ggb9J

🌐 Nonprofits are essential drivers of social change, but managing finances requires expertise. Our new blog post explores how financial advisors partner with nonprofits, offering insights in budgeting, fundraising, compliance, and more. Join the conversation on #NonprofitManagement and #FinancialExpertise

🌐 Nonprofits are essential drivers of social change, but managing finances requires expertise. Our new blog post explores how financial advisors partner with nonprofits, offering insights in budgeting, fundraising, compliance, and more. Join the conversation on #NonprofitManagement and #FinancialExpertise

Orr Group shares effective strategies to engage your nonprofit board members in meaningful ways, tailored to their strengths and interests. Discover how boards can contribute beyond financial support below. #nonprofitboardleadership

The truth behind why nonprofit organizations are finding 𝗙𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚 to be challenging 🥴. It really isn't about how comfortable you are asking for money but how your nonprofit is structured. Nonprofits are often seen as mission-driven organizations, separate from profit-chasing businesses. 𝘽𝙪𝙩 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚'𝙨 𝙖 𝙩𝙬𝙞𝙨𝙩: the most successful nonprofits run exactly like cutting-edge businesses. 𝗟𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝗯𝘂𝗻𝗸 𝗮 𝗺𝘆𝘁𝗵: Running a nonprofit does NOT mean putting financial acumen on the back burner. In fact, it's quite the opposite. The most impactful nonprofits understand that financial health is crucial to sustainability and achieving their mission. Think about it. Both types of businesses aim to maximize their resources. 𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙛𝙞𝙩 businesses, it's about profit. For 𝙣𝙤𝙣𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙛𝙞𝙩 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙨, it's about impact. The common denominator? 𝘌𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴. Incorporating business strategies such as robust financial planning, marketing, and strategic partnerships can catapult a nonprofit's mission from aspiration to reality. It's about leveraging the best of both worlds. Imagine a nonprofit with the heart for its cause and the brain of a Fortune 500 CEO. ➡️ That's where magic happens. ➡️ That's where missions are not just dreamt but achieved. So, whether you're leading a nonprofit or considering starting one, ask yourself: 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘭𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘣𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘶𝘦𝘭 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯? Let's start a conversation on how we can bring business acumen into the nonprofit sector to create a world where missions are not just visions but realities. My 8-week 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 program is now open. This program will cover organizational structure, compliance processes, development of training programs, and resource management. 𝟯 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻, DM the word 'GROWTH' to get started.

Uncover the hidden potential of nonprofit boards beyond their fundraising roles! Orr Group's insightful article explores how board members shape organizational strategy, financial health, and mission impact. Check out the insights below.

Here is an insightful article that delves into effective project execution for nonprofits! The piece highlights the significance of clear goals, collaborative planning, agility, and data-driven decisions. #nonprofit #nonprofitorganization #nonprofitfundraising

Uncover the hidden potential of nonprofit boards beyond their fundraising roles! Orr Group's insightful article explores how board members shape organizational strategy, financial health, and mission impact. Check out the insights below.

Over the years we've partnered with countless nonprofit teams—and we’ve learned a thing or two. We've seen firsthand how carefully selecting the right consulting firm (with proven nonprofit experience!) can make a significant difference. Here’s what to consider: https://hubs.ly/Q02BV6C-0