Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

New Year's Resolutions for leaders : Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved (..)

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Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The nonprofit sector is essential to helping to mitigate the impact of climate change on communities around the world. But there are structural problems that create inequality which, in combination with climate change, pose an existential threat to the nonprofit sector itself. We are facing a future of growing human need.

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.orgSource

MAY 29, 2023

People are fearful of change. In responding to the needs of those we serve—medical students, physicians, and their patients—the AMA relies on the diverse expertise, ideas, and strength of our workforce to promote and advocate for equity and justice in our policies, products, and services. Adopt a pay equity policy.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 15, 2024

Workers want to use AI tools right now but leaders in both the for-profit and nonprofit space worry that they won’t be able to demonstrate the impact AI has in objective terms and are leery to implement new technology without proper security and policy in place.

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sgEngage

APRIL 2, 2024

This can cause problems when tasks fall through the cracks or emails go to inboxes that no longer exist. As a grantmaking organization focused on the success of your grantees, it is essential to have a process in place to manage personnel changes—for both you and your grantees—so everyone stays informed and on schedule.

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Givinga

MAY 4, 2021

The finalists of Fast Company ’s 2021 World Changing Ideas Awards were announced today, honoring the businesses, policies, projects, and concepts that are actively engaged and deeply committed to pursuing innovation when it comes to solving health and climate crises, social injustice, or economic inequality.

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The pandemic will not be the last catastrophic disruption or paradigm-changing event. More likely to be successful in advocacy and public policy. Look for partners who could– Help your members achieve policy or practice goals, provide community support, or enhance their public credibility.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Although 73% of participants agreed that accelerating trends would require fundamental changes in the roles of associations. A post-pandemic business environment, characterized by change and disruption, provides good reasons to open the windows and let fresh air revitalize, even fundamental concepts. So why come to us?

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 6, 2024

.” – Carol Dweck It is a truth universally acknowledged that employees who are motivated to continuously learn and grow will be the ones to take on new challenges, innovate, and problem-solve. Fixed mindset leads to focus on limitations, reluctance to face challenges, resistance to change, and an aversion to anything new and risky.

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Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

All board members reviewed the organization, top to bottom, made changes, and seven years later, they are back on solid ground. Adaptability: The ability to adapt to changing circumstances, be flexible in response to unexpected challenges, and lead the organization through transitions effectively is a critical leadership skill.

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Candid

JULY 8, 2024

Without the flexibility to pivot to new strategies and broad engagement among community members, organizations risk falling into a cycle where they only treat the symptoms of problems instead of tackling the root causes that underlie their mission. Tackling root causes involves year-round voter engagement and policy advocacy.

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Candid

MAY 8, 2024

Three key factors include a lack of strong work-family policies, occupational segregation, and gender discrimination. Challenging gender norms The United States remains the only industrialized economy without a national paid leave policy that would enable employees to take time off from work to care for loved ones without sacrificing income.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 23, 2014

Almost tend years ago, they co-wrote “Net Gains,” one of the first practical handbooks on building and working in networks for social change. They have joined forces and along with John Cleveland, have written “ Connecting to Change the World.” Generative Social-Impact Network.

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Twenti - Digital Marketing For Nonprofits

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

How To Save The Planet: 10 Changes With The Biggest Impact. With the clock ticking, we’ve evaluated the impact of the biggest changes we can make for the planet. But are our ‘little changes’ actually making the big impact we’ve been promised – or should we do more? by Zoe Allen.

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Donorbox

JULY 7, 2023

Nonprofits are allowed to educate the public and encourage real change in the policies and laws that affect their mission. But where do those actions cross the line and become a problem for the IRS? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover the ins and outs of nonprofit advocacy.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 24, 2022

We all know that hunger is a complex and growing problem. and identified many opportunities for change. Notably, the group debated the tension between short-term fixes and long-term systemic change. Why Food Insecurity in the U.S.? How might we inspire funders to work toward long-range impact? Elizabeth Whamond.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

One of the principles of A More Beautiful Question is to continue to question your questions until you get to the more beautiful question for the problem you are trying to solve. “A We also discussed how to incorporate existing and third-party tools to help with data management and problem-solving.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 18, 2024

This is a change from historical trends that saw these groups among the most charitable, particularly through religious groups. The news is not all bad though, especially if you consider the power of philanthropy to not only solve shared problems, but to also give those engaged in giving and volunteering connectedness, purpose and joy.

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Candid

OCTOBER 31, 2024

If the executive director is given a seat on the board, it’s important to have a “conflict of interest” policy on when they have to recuse themselves from certain votes or discussions. Without one, all kinds of problems can—and frequently do—arise. What do I do if I’ve inherited a board that’s not doing what they should?

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VQ Strategies

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Adapt and Overcome: How 2020 Brings Innovation and Flexibility for Volunteer-Led Programs For the US Marines, the concept of “Adapt and Overcome” is central to their philosophy of innovation and problem solving to address all challenges, unexpected situations, and chaotic environments. VQ: How did all that change in March of this year?

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Whole Whale

JUNE 9, 2024

Can you just ignore this and hope the problem solves itself: nope Yes, this is as annoying as you think it is. This is completely our view based on reading between the lines and also watching increasing regulations like GDPR and evolving data tracking through cookie policies. Here is an article about the differences between UA and GA4.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 23, 2024

It’s time to address this problem head-on. Decisions for things like budget adjustments, program changes, staff hires, gala details, facility improvements, and strategic plan updates, can grind progress to halt when board members go silent. Efficient decision-making Many decisions at a nonprofit require board approval or input.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 3, 2018

Understanding how a nonprofit leader can catalyze and guide systemic development to foster collaboration may lead to creating effective change on a greater scale. Scharmer (2008) accuses these failures to the blind “deeper dimension of leadership and transformational change” (Scharmer, 2008). percent in 2000 to 15.5 percent (U.S.

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 9, 2024

The world is changing, and so is philanthropy. The problem is that DEIAB work is hard, and boards that seek to embrace these principles will likely face some resistance along the way. Leadership should show a real willingness to recognize that changes need to happen. What policies are in place? What needs to happen next?

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fusionSpan

AUGUST 29, 2024

That’s what emerging technology feels like—innovative advancements that are just starting to make waves but hold the potential to change the way we operate, communicate, and connect. What problem are we trying to solve? Each application’s underlying strategy should be problem-focused rather than tool-focused.

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Candid

APRIL 22, 2024

We often talk about the role of philanthropy and the ways in which it must grow and innovate, how it has changed and evolved with the times, reacting to crises, wars, economic downturns, and more. I believe it is fostering the love of people and that pathway to change that is the role and mandate of philanthropic institutions and funders.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Recognizing that the effects of climate change aren’t equal, this lab aims to co-design a technology solution to support low-income communities of color that are most impacted by the climate crisis. The responses were clear: climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time, and it should be an urgent priority for us all to act.

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Kindful

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Everyone sees problems in the world, but true visionaries have the drive and the passion to engage everyone around them to help solve them. Perhaps you are one of those people who have a unique solution to solving a problem or filling a need and the drive and ambition to accomplish it.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The good news is that organizations are shifting focus, and adopting new policies and programs to promote healthier, more balanced lifestyles — especially for those facing real hunger. Health equity isn’t just a distant problem; it is a very local problem. Radical Collaboration is Our Best Chance to Fight Climate Change.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Create an Operating Reserve Fund (or Review Your Policy) An operating reserve is a crucial part of creating a strong financial foundation for your organization. It gives your nonprofit breathing room when a problem or a new opportunity arises. Tip 1: If you have an operating reserve, review your policy.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2020

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Qgiv

JUNE 11, 2024

Additionally, CCF stresses the importance of addressing the root causes of problems within your community to foster meaningful change. By focusing on the needs of the local community, community-centric fundraising can provide local solutions that are tailored to the community’s problems, making them more effective.

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Candid

OCTOBER 17, 2024

As a former tech executive of 20 years, Candid CEO Ann Mei Chang shares her unique perspective on the risks and opportunities generative AI technology poses for the social sector. Mitigating future risks: Why your organization should have an AI policy.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

In the needs section of a grant, you need to do three things to score high on a grant proposal: Eliminate flowery language, Include sources and citations, and Include a clear Problem Statement. What I see the most often in this section is that grant writers include a flowery narrative with a lot of information about problems.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

OCTOBER 29, 2018

Betsy is a recognized social entrepreneur who has dedicated much of her career to changing the world with software. Data for Inclusion: Enabling people with disabilities to provide firsthand reports on the issues they face to inform policy at the local, national, and global level. I can assure you that I am not retiring.

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sgEngage

MAY 30, 2023

Foundations play a crucial role in supporting nonprofit organizations and driving positive change within communities. It requires foundations to step beyond the role of a mere funder and become catalysts for change within their communities. Traditionally, their primary function has been to provide financial assistance to grantees.

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