Beyond the Buzzword: What Nonprofit Sustainability Really Looks Like

Beyond the Buzzword: What Nonprofit Sustainability Really Looks Like

“Sustainability” has been a buzzword in the social sector for a while now, but what does it really mean? Everyone agrees that sustainability is an important factor in evaluating the resiliency of social sector organizations, but few have agreed on a simple path for...
Giving USA 2025: The Comeback and the Call to Action

Giving USA 2025: The Comeback and the Call to Action

As a proud Texan, I want to start by saying thank you. So many of you reached out after the devastating floods in Central Texas last week – and your care, along with the generous outpouring of support for those impacted, reminded me of one of America’s best qualities:...
Urgent Attention Needed: Federal Bill Could Hurt Nonprofits and Our Communities

Urgent Attention Needed: Federal Bill Could Hurt Nonprofits and Our Communities

I loved Saturday morning cartoons, and one of my favorites was “SchoolHouse Rock” – especially the classic episode “I’m Just a Bill.” Many of us learned how the legislative branch works (or sometimes doesn’t) by watching this episode in our social studies classes....