When a funder asks for a single number for the "budget", what exactly do they want? We have some thoughts! Also, this week we turn a question about red flags to watch out for when considering an ED position into an excuse to complain about things! Finally

Since it can be hard to find development staff, does it make sense to try to convert program staff into fundraisers? Stacey has some thoughts! Also this week, we find out if there are different rules when raising money for a private operating foundation,

You think your nonprofit is a mess? Wait until you hear this question -- while it masquerades as a technical query about verbal resignations and bylaws, it gets weird fast! Also this week, Stacey and Andy share some thoughts about fundraising in a differe

Ah, the age-old question -- how do we set development goals when we've never had a development person before? Believe it or not, Stacey and Andy have some ideas! Also this week, we talk about how to handle naming rights when you're renovating a building t

What's the best way to respond to memorial gifts? Stacey has some (non-ghoulish) thoughts. Also this week, Andy and Stacey have a minor disagreement about whether or not a nonprofit job is good for a person looking to advance in their career, and we find

What happens to restrictions if our nonprofit is acquired by another nonprofit? We have some questions (and answers!) Plus, Stacey and Andy have tips for hiring for an Interim Executive Director, chat about some unconventional reporting structures, and ge

Is it possible to refrain from physical violence when the words "run it more like a business" fall out of the mouth of a board member? Probably not, but Stacey and Andy have some coping strategies. Also this week, we talk about how to keep the energy of a

Just one question this week, but we were lucky to get guest expert Andr C. Wade, State Director of Silver State Equality to answer it! How do you best respond to reports of microaggressions in the workplace?

Help! We've entered into an agreement with a benefit corporation, and they're not playing nice! Andy's got some ideas for that. Also, Stacey answers a question about having elected officials on the board, and we talk about the best ways to bring a new tre

Our mission statement process is awful! Should we get help? (Nah, Stacey has some tips.) Also, this week we discuss whether a give/get policy will prevent you from getting an effective board, and Andy