Nonprofit impact reporting is the process of communicating your organization’s outcomes, financials, and program results to donors, board members, and funders. Done well, it closes the loop on donor investment and drives repeat giving. Done poorly, it gets skimmed and deleted. The difference usually comes down to how you present data. Numbers buried in dense […]
Introduction: Expense Management Is Now Public-Facing In 2026, expense management is no longer a back-office function. It is a public credibility system. Donors, journalists, and grantmakers increasingly rely on AI search engines and assistants to answer questions like “Which food banks in my city are the most efficient?” or “Compare overhead spending across youth development […]
Most people think they know Girl Scouts because of one thing: cookies. In Episode 143 of the Charity Charge Show, Stephen Garten sits down in person with Paula Bookidis, CEO of Girl Scouts of Central Texas, to talk about what the public rarely sees. Yes, the cookie program is a powerhouse. But the real story […]
In this episode of the Charity Charge Show, we sit down with Herman Bulls, International Director and Vice Chairman at JLL, board leader across several public companies, and long time nonprofit board member. Herman shares how West Point, Army Ranger School, and decades in corporate real estate shaped his approach to leadership, relationship building, and […]
In Episode 134 of the Charity Charge Show, host Stephen Garten sits down with David Gottfried, founder of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), the World Green Building Council, and the architect behind the LEED green building rating system. What begins as a conversation about sustainable buildings quickly expands into something much deeper. It becomes […]
In this episode of The Charity Charge Show, we sit down with Karl Thomsen, Executive Director of Hope Ignites Cincinnati, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering underprivileged youth through long-term academic and personal support. Karl shares how Hope Ignite’s innovative approach—one that follows students from fifth grade through college or trade school—is helping young people overcome […]
In this episode of the Charity Charge Show, host we sit down with Robert Lewis Jr., President and CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston, to explore how one organization is rethinking youth development across Boston and Chelsea. Robert shares how the Clubs are serving nearly 40,000 young people and families through nine […]
To help simplify what can often feel overwhelming, we’ve created a practical nonprofit compliance checklist that covers key state and federal…
Discover how charity ratings influence donor confidence and funding. Learn expert strategies to improve and protect your nonprofit’s rating…
The transition of an Executive Director (ED) is a critical event for any nonprofit organization. A solid transition plan ensures stability, maintain
Nonprofit board member compensation refers to financial or in-kind benefits provided to individuals serving on the board of directors.
An endowment is a fund established by a donation or a group of donations meant to be invested and used for the ongoing financial support…
Can nonprofits sell products? Learn how nonprofit organizations can legally sell products to support their missions and generate revenue.
Starting a nonprofit board is a crucial step toward creating a well-organized and successful nonprofit organization. A well-established board…
Los Angeles is a city known for its dynamic spirit and diverse culture, and at the heart of its community are the Los Angeles nonprofits dedicated to driving positive change…
Nonprofit board governance plays a crucial role in ensuring the success and integrity of organizations dedicated to serving the public good.
The primary nonprofit board responsibilities are to ensure that the organization achieves its mission. To do this, the board must provide strategic