Nonprofit organizations are hurting right now amid the political chaos of the day. More specifically, staff, volunteers, board members, and community members are hurting. Struggling against the tide is not a new thing for nonprofit organizations. Working to address critical community issues—whether housing inequity, educational disparities, LGBTQ+ rights, or other pressing needs—means confronting established systems that resist change.

At a recent networking event, a Denver nonprofit leader had the perfect opportunity to request financial support for her organization, which aids survivors of abusive relationships. Instead, she urged attendees to contribute to any of the nonprofits present, emphasizing that "supporting one organization is supporting us all."

Nonprofit boards are essential, yet their role is often filled with contradictions.

The partnership between the Board Chair and the Executive Director is pivotal to the success of any nonprofit organization. While there’s no one-size-fits-all guide for navigating this relationship, there are key principles and practices that can foster a thriving partnership.

Are there issues that you feel strongly about, but don’t know who to engage in creating change? Nonprofit organizations provide opportunities for people to become change-makers. It’s all about the mission!

In the nonprofit world, the only constant is change. The daily changes in the workplace - personnel turnover, fluctuating funding, and shifting community needs - can feel overwhelming.

A board has the power to shape the future of any nonprofit, and strong leadership from the board chair is often the deciding factor in whether that impact is positive and lasting.

One of the core fiduciary responsibilities of a nonprofit board is the duty of care. This duty requires board members to act thoughtfully, responsibly, and in the best interests of the organization in all their decision-making.

We’ve recently observed several troubling trends in the nonprofit sector. We've witnessed multiple organizations grappling with leadership crises – either through the departure of key executives or mass resignations from dysfunctional boards (or worse, they don’t leave and stick around to cause trouble).

In the fast-paced world of nonprofit organizations, it's easy to get caught up in the excitement of growth and innovation.