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3+3+3 = How to Get People Excited About Your Nonprofit
Most of us are usually ready with the good ‘ol “elevator pitch”, but how do we make people excited to learn more about our organization?
Working on Internal Equity Together
MC members joined us for an evening of internal equity work discussion, which included a panel of their peers and tons of valuable resources.
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No matter where you are in your professional journey, our Leadership Academies to help you get where you want to be this 2020.
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POPULAR RESEARCH AND TOOLS
The Nonprofit Effectiveness Framework
Six elements that are critical to all organizations, regardless of size, mission or scope. Download
Solving Complex Problems through Collaboration
The value of collaborative projects in solving complex problems. Download
On the Verge: Value and Vulnerability in Austin’s Nonprofit Sector
A look at Austin’s nonprofit sector, including size, scope and economic value. Download
Measuring Nonprofit Impact: The State of Evaluation in Central Texas
Recommendations for nonprofit leaders on the use of data and evaluation. Download
NONPROFIT EFFECTIVENESS
All houses begin with a basic blueprint: a strong foundation, thoughtful framing and layout of rooms. Similarly, all nonprofits need a framework around which to live out their mission. These elements are core to our work and guide nonprofits in understanding and achieving organizational effectiveness.
The Nonprofit Effectiveness Framework: Six Critical Elements to Nonprofit Work
These in-depth courses cover topics including leadership development, strategy and sustainability, employee engagement, conflict mitigation and more.
- Clarity of Purpose
- Sustainable Business Model
- The Right Leadership
- Smart Operations
- Implementation and Improvement
- Strategic Collaboration