The wage gap between men and women is a major issue across all sectors, especially among nonprofits where the majority of the workforce is women. But what about the “Mom Gap”, the wage gap between mothers and childless women? Working mothers make about 7 to 14% less than women without children. Even in high salary […]
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Does your organization’s fundraising strategy engage affluent female donors. If not, you may be missing out on gifts due to gender disparity! In Women on Boards: Part 1, we looked at the lack of women in leadership positions and how it affects nonprofit performance. What about women and fundraising? Research indicates a lack of women board members contributes to a lack […]
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Gender diversity on nonprofit boards outshines that of corporate boards. According to the Nonprofit Governance Index, 45% of nonprofit board members were women, compared to the 16% of women on corporate boards. Given that approximately 74% of the nonprofit workforce is female, what do women think about the representation of women on nonprofit boards? The […]
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Wellness programs offered by employers are increasing in popularity – and for good reason. Investing in employees is one of the smartest things an organization can do to support a happy, healthy workforce. The health and attitude of employees lie at the heart of the best nonprofits to work for and are key to any organization’s […]
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Mentors: A Roadmap to Finding Success We’re all adventurers, tackling the wilderness of finding a career that fits. For fresh and seasoned pros alike, the path is full of obstacles. Make this bumpy road a bit smoother with a great map. Look for guidance among those who have gone before us/survived the journey. A mentor […]
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The disparity between the number of women working in nonprofits and the number of women in leadership positions just doesn’t add up. Women make up the majority of nonprofit workers, yet the majority of board members are male. John Gerzema, author of “The Athena Doctrine: How Women (And The Men Who Think Like […]
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You don’t have to spend a lot of money to be sincere in thanking donors. It really is the thought that counts. Many low-cost methods of saying “Thanks!” are available online. Yes, handwritten notes and phone calls are classic and always a great idea. And candy, flowers, and a great bottle of […]
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If one of your team members is not right for the organization, keeping them in the mix takes away from efficiency and a cooperative work environment. But, saying “you’re fired” isn’t easy for anyone, except maybe Donald Trump.
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Who recognizes the term “summer project”? As in “Oh, that’s a summer project!” And how many times is that “summer project” bumped to a busy autumn, unpredictable winter…you get the idea. Time is a priceless resource for nonprofits. Make the most of your nonprofit’s work days by trimming down menial tasks, optimizing simplicity and efficiency. […]
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Ever feel like your brain has “no vacancy”? Keeping track of all of those little, important details take up valuable brain space and extra time at work. Sure, managing schedules, projects, file sharing, and social media can be tedious. Thankfully, free technology exists to make it easier. Trello is a great tool to organize […]
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