The impact of the economic downturn on the nonprofit sector

The US economy has entered a complex phase as the nation works to repair the financial system and business landscape. What are nonprofit organizations doing to address the difficult challenges that have arisen? To find out, Accenture joined with Crain’s New York Business to facilitate a half-day roundtable discussion with the leaders of thirteen major nonprofit organizations located in New York City to candidly discuss current challenges, share ideas and learn from others’ experiences. This paper presents the highlights of these discussions that converge around four key themes of the session. Collaboration and organizational structural excellence, impact measurement, internal communications and how unique challenges present opportunities in New York City for nonprofits.

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Junior League Of Dallas

Founded in 1922, the Junior League of Dallas, Inc. trains members for effective participation in the community and is dedicated to the belief that volunteer service is an essential part of responsible citizenship. The Junior League of Dallas is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.

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How to Staff Your Nonprofit for Success

whitePaper | July 16, 2022

For many years, the charity watchdogs contributed to the myth that nonprofits should be spending 0% of their funding on professional staffing and operations. Nonprofit sector observers and researchers ultimately coined a name for this counterproductive level of frugality: the Nonprofit Starvation Cycle.2,3 In a nutshell, when an organization’s infrastructure is not funded or “fed” to the degree necessary for it to thrive, it cannot accomplish the work it was founded to do, and it chronically underperforms. The nonprofit itself is actually starving.

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7 Compelling Benefits of Cloud Computing and the 3 Most Important Facts Every Nonprofit Should Know Before Purchasing a Cloud Solution

whitePaper | January 27, 2020

Moving to the cloud has many benefits and is perhaps the most important technology advancement in decades - promising immediate and posi ve impact on Nonprofits who adopt cloud compu ng.

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AI And Technology: Changing The Future Of Fundraising

whitePaper | February 26, 2021

Here’s an overview of fundraising technology, providing a roadmap for nonprofits seeking to make the most of these tools. This whitepaper also explores the critical balance of this technology evolution— carrying the potential for both incredible nonprofit advancement and critical ethical repercussions. Use the form here to have the whitepaper sent to your inbox!

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Five Essential Strategies for Higher Ed Fundraising

whitePaper | October 20, 2022

According to the most recent CASE Voluntary Support of Education Key Findings survey, higher education institutions in the United States saw a 6.9% increase in donations in 2021, fueled overwhelmingly by unrestricted giving and donations from alumni. Within this unprecedented philanthropic landscape, every institution should be evaluating whether they have the best tools and strategies in place to drive constituent giving.

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TOP 5 CHALLENES FOR NON PROFIT LEADERS IN 2022... AND 2027

whitePaper | January 1, 2022

This year, nonprofit leaders will read countless opinions on what nonprofit leaders should, must, absolutely have to confront in 2022. They must worry about hiring shortages, environmental and social initiatives, fundraising, digital trends in giving, and on.

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Nonprofit Trend: In-House Payroll

whitePaper | December 22, 2021

Whether changing in-house payroll options or taking payroll in-house for the first time, you’re making an investment that should help you improve workflows and efficiencies, save time, save money, and provide real-time access to operational data. This White Paper, Payroll Shift – Nonprofits Trend Towards In-House Payroll, highlights the systems, procedures and technology needed to manage your most important assets.

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Junior League Of Dallas

Founded in 1922, the Junior League of Dallas, Inc. trains members for effective participation in the community and is dedicated to the belief that volunteer service is an essential part of responsible citizenship. The Junior League of Dallas is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.

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