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What Are the Roles and Responsibilities of a Nonprofit Governing Board?

Grant Writer Team

Every nonprofit relies on a governing board. For most of us, a nonprofit governing board and its roles and responsibilities are shrouded in mystery. Join us, as we reveal the secrets about what a nonprofit governing board does and why. Some are led by members, and others are guided by local leaders and stakeholders.

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How to Improve Your Internal Controls to Minimize Audit Findings

Blackbaud

Strong internal controls promote financial transparency and accountability, demonstrating that funds are being used ethically and effectively. Your control activities are the specific policies and procedures you implement to mitigate risks and achieve organizational objectives, such as spending limits on your purchase cards.

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Understanding Endowments: Purpose, Protection, and Stewardship

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Respecting those intentions is both a legal and ethical obligation. The Role of Spending Policies Organizations establish spending policies to ensure that endowment funds are used wisely. Spending policies must be thoughtfully evaluated by the organization’s leadership and board and reviewed each year.

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Conflict of Interest Guidelines Every Grantmaker Should Follow

Blackbaud

This is why you need a conflict of interest policy. When youve documented and implemented a strong conflict of interest policy, you protect your team, ensure ethical decision-making, and strengthen your reputation among grantees and stakeholders. And so, in practice, its being able to say we have a policy.

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Blue Avocado Presents: Nonprofit Governance Training 101 – Live Q&A 

Blue Avocado

Running a nonprofit is no small challenge and good governance is essential for long-term success. Whether you’re a board member, executive director, or staffer looking to boost your organizations impact, join us for Nonprofit Governance Training 101.

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The 2025 GrantSummit: Now More Than Ever!

Grant Professionals Association

The world of grants is constantly evolving, reflecting changes in government policies, funding opportunities, and emerging trends in nonprofit management as well as in the societies we serve. Now more than ever, we must work together to traverse this government funding landscape and learn how best to assist our organizations.

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The Status of Fundraising 2025: Global Research Insights on Fundraising in the AI Era

Blackbaud

Government grants are an important source of revenue for nonprofits, but many could benefit from income stream diversification Government grants are a key income source for nonprofits in each region surveyed. In fact, growing nonprofits in the UK say that government grants now contribute less to their income.

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