by madisonannjones | Apr 8, 2024 | Uncategorized
Effective governance is key to driving impact and achieving mission-driven goals. One area where I see boards struggle is the distinction between the two primary models of governance: the working board and the governing board. While both play crucial roles in steering...
by madisonannjones | Jan 17, 2024 | Uncategorized
Photo by Element5 Digital on Pexels.com So, the 2024 Iowa Caucus just wrapped up, the buzz around the elections is getting louder and louder, and all I can think about is how vital our work is – now more than ever. Before I started working with nonprofits, I was...
by madisonannjones | Dec 7, 2023 | Uncategorized
In nonprofit organizations, the role of a board member is pivotal in steering the organizational “ship” towards its mission and strategy. An effective nonprofit board member is not merely a figurehead trying to build a resume, although in many cases it ends up that...
by madisonannjones | Nov 15, 2023 | Uncategorized
Photo by Anna Shvets on Pexels.com Organizational leadership is the foundation of a thriving, innovative culture that leads to organizational success. True leadership is about fostering an environment where every team member is empowered to lead, regardless of tenure,...
by madisonannjones | Nov 13, 2023 | Uncategorized
When it comes to social impact organizations, a strategic plan is more than just a document; it’s a compass that guides the organization toward its mission and goals. While many nonprofits are driven by their passion for a cause, as they should, having a...
by madisonannjones | Nov 9, 2023 | Uncategorized
Organizational culture – we all talk about it, but what is it? Why is it important? And how can nonprofit leadership support a healthy organizational culture that fosters inclusion? Culture refers to the shared values, beliefs, behaviors, and customs that...
