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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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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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OPINION: A wake-up call – addressing ethical AI in the nonprofit sector

Critical Fundraising

So, you’re using AI ‘responsibly’, but, asks Cherian Koshy , are you using it ethically? I use that word – ‘ethical’ – intentionally and with priority. Far too often, we dispense with ethics because it seems too obscure or fluffy. Ethical challenges don’t disappear via semantic legerdemain.

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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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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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5 Steps to Strengthen Your Grantmaking Organization’s Data Governance

Blackbaud

A strong data governance framework helps you build confidence in your data so you can make more informed decisions and be prepared for unexpected changes. In our webinar with grantmaking consultant Lisa Tacker, she highlighted the importance of data governance for grantmakers and how to incorporate it into your organization.

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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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