by Paul Durban | Jun 13, 2023
The annual Not-For-Profit Trends Report for 2023 has landed on our “desks,” and it’s chock-full of insights about the challenges and opportunities facing our sector. Let’s explore some of the major takeaways from the UHY report and how we can...
by Paul Durban | Jun 7, 2023
It’s easy to view the word ‘audit’ as a four-letter word, especially in the nonprofit world. But it’s really not as scary as it seems. Let’s discuss what an audit is, why they happen, and the steps you need to take to navigate one smoothly. First things...
by Paul Durban | May 31, 2023
Recently, I was reminded of this powerful quote: “Don’t be afraid to start over again. This time you’re not starting from scratch, you’re starting from experience.” Nonprofits, just like any other organization, go through cycles – periods of growth,...
by Paul Durban | May 19, 2023
We all know that numbers are crucial in the world of nonprofits. They provide us with goals, they track our progress, and they illustrate the impacts we’re making. But let’s be real here — numbers can feel a bit, well… impersonal. When we’re...
by Paul Durban | May 12, 2023
As those of us in the nonprofit world know, we’re not just here to do good – we’re here to make a real impact. But how can we tell if our efforts are actually making a difference? How do we measure the unmeasurable, like hope, empowerment, or community...
by Paul Durban | May 4, 2023
There’s a well-known saying in the business world: “Failing to plan is planning to fail.” This wisdom rings particularly true in the nonprofit sector. Two types of planning often dominate the conversation – proactive and reactive. But what...
