Candid

MARCH 5, 2025

In this article, Ill share why nonprofits need three types of capitalfinancial, social, and psychologicalto survive and thrive in todays turbulent context, as well as how to cultivate each of them. To navigate the ongoing disruptions in the social sector, nonprofits need more than financial capital alone.

Burnout

Candid

MARCH 13, 2025

Addressing burnout and financial strain to support nonprofit workers and communities Nonprofit workers are struggling with burnout, work-life balance, and financial hardship, which affect both their well-being and organizational success. Why were all burned out and what to do about it. Success and wellness tips for Black fundraisers.

Burnout

Pamela Grow

MARCH 1, 2023

GiveButter reported that burnout is affecting more than half of all nonprofit employees. If you’re torn, you’ll definitely want to read these before -and- after LinkedIn articles about a young fundraiser named Kathleen. 4) Offer help: When you resign from your position, offer to help train your replacement.

Nonprofit

Blue Avocado

AUGUST 13, 2024

Clarice Williams from WEBS Training Center Lack of succession planning Not having an active succession plan. The problem of keeping qualified volunteers on your board moving into the officer positions so burnout doesn’t happen and your nonprofit is looking and moving forward with fresh new blood and ideas.

Nonprofit

Blackbaud

APRIL 2, 2024

You and your grantees are driven by a passion for your mission that sometimes leads to burnout. Consider the level of database training the user has. If they are not trained on a powerful feature—or one with access to sensitive personal information—it is best to not provide access now. Working in the nonprofit sector is hard.

Policy

Candid

MARCH 11, 2024

While interest in leadership declined among both BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and other people of color) and white respondents, this article will focus on trends and dynamics among BIPOC staff. What about positive factors such as training, mentorship, and other supports?

Nonprofit

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MAY 13, 2022

In September 2020 I penned an article entitled Battling Burnout as a Grant Professional where I shared several resources to help overcome the struggle. More than avoiding burnout, I want to continue to love this career of ours, and sometimes that means saying no to things, even if I’d love to do it. It was a lot, all at once.

Burnout

Candid

MAY 31, 2023

The Idealist’s Survival Kit : 75 Simple Ways to Avoid Burnout by Alessandra Pigni. Please visit this knowledge base article, How can I access Candid’s eBook collection? , Compassion fatigue is real, and this book offers practical advice for taking care of yourself while also looking out for the wellbeing of others. Happy reading!

Nonprofit

Blackbaud

MARCH 11, 2024

The Benefits of AI to Major Gift Fundraisers Fundraising is an industry that faces high stress and burnout. Add to this indicators of affinity to give, including past giving patterns, social and professional affiliations, even social media behavior or news articles.

AI

GiveSmart

AUGUST 12, 2024

Reduce burnout: When these departments help each other out, it can reduce strain on individual team members. By supporting each other, development and marketing team members can avoid harmful, unnecessary stress that can lead to burnout. Request a demo today.

Retainer

GiveSmart

APRIL 24, 2024

Reduce burnout: When these departments help each other out, it can reduce strain on individual team members. By supporting each other, development and marketing team members can avoid harmful, unnecessary stress that can lead to burnout. Request a demo today.

Retainer

Just Write Grants

APRIL 16, 2024

This article tackles these three common challenges head-on with practical tips for building a volunteer program and maintaining your sanity. Invest in training and development opportunities to help them grow their skills and feel confident in their roles. This keeps them engaged and contributes to their overall satisfaction.

Management

Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Retention is everything your organization does to keep the volunteers you recruit, like providing proper training and management , aligning volunteer assignments with individual volunteers’ interests, or working hard to create personal relationships with your volunteers. Use current volunteers as a resource.

Pass-Through

Get Fully Funded

JUNE 18, 2023

Growing a nonprofit takes more than just passion: you also need creativity, persistence, and a handful of nonprofit leadership skills to guide your organization through the growth years and fulfill your mission. Without good leadership, everything falls apart.

Nonprofit

Blue Avocado

APRIL 23, 2024

The crux of this article is simple: Nonprofits must advance their mission by valuing their employees’ worth through fair compensation and benefits and by celebrating their worth. I have witnessed firsthand in our community the high turnover rates, burnout, and complete undervaluing of nonprofit employees.

Goals