At their core, non-profits have funders that have a desire and vested stake in seeing the organization grow and achieve its mission. If done successfully, then these funders are likely to donate again, or entice new funders — ensuring the … Continue reading
Throughout the past few weeks, we, as a class, have spoken about what defines a non-profit and our motivations behind one day joining them. One reality that we all acknowledge is that we do not expect to grow rich from … Continue reading
As we discussed in class on Wednesdays, the missions of organizations can vary in description and length. However, they seek to explain the intended role and importance of the organization. A mission is intended to serve as the framework for … Continue reading
We’ve spent some time early on in the semester talking about what makes a non-profit, and the qualities necessary for it. I’ve long argued that an organization acting in the public benefit should be a strict requirement for one, and … Continue reading
While the Executive Director provides the leadership and central hub for the movements of a non-profit, the Board of Directors oversees and approves those movements. I see them as a parent, pushing a child toward the right decisions, and ensuring … Continue reading
Earlier this week, I came across the following piece about how the white supremacist National Policy Institute lost its non-profit status after forgetting to file with the state of Virginia in 2016. I began to think about the days during … Continue reading
As discussed class, stakeholders can range from funders, to government bodies, to program beneficiaries. They can exert their influence in numerous. Chief among them — and most important, in my belief — is their ability to impact the direction of … Continue reading
Hi All, We’ve spent the last two classes talking about how, generally, the tax-exempt status the government gives non-profits, as well as the ability for Americans to donate their incomes, provides a greater benefit that allows non-profits to grow out … Continue reading
Last night, I came across a piece about Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, putting out a request to his Twitter followers on what kind of philanthropic work he should go into. You can find the piece here. I began thinking … Continue reading
As discussed in class and throughout the readings, there a technical and cultural definition of what it means to be a non-profit. Generally, in the United States, non-profits are a tax-exempt organization that serve a public good that the government … Continue reading