Gratitude permeates the last quarter of the year but it can often trickle away with the demands of the coming year. The best way to combat the fade is to develop your own gratitude practice. Continually looking at life situations, both negative and positive, through a lens of appreciation helps increase positive affect, productivity, and…
Whether we are talking about the difficult year or simply a day in the life of the average nonprofit employee, many are weighed with heavy burdens to manage for themselves and others. As days go by, this can develop into burnout, fatigue, and oversubscription that minimizes our ability to have real impact in our communities.…
Most organizations see a flurry of volunteerism over the holiday season, but with a pandemic raging, nonprofits have seen a dramatic decrease in their volunteer workforce for months on end. Despite the need to socially distance, there are a number of pandemic-friendly opportunities to give back during this holiday season. Drive through Drop off for…
First off, if you are anything like us, we are here to tell you: 2021 is around the corner. Yes, we can hardly believe it as well. In getting our head in the new year space, we are brushing off the bookshelf and being thoughtful about what we read. The following are the books we…
We’re just as guilty as you are. The allure of free, two-day shipping. The instantaneous gratification of crossing a purchase off the to-do list quickly. So many mega companies have made it incredibly easy to purchase products, and gifts in this case, with the click of a button. And while convenient, these types of purchases…
2020 has been a difficult year for many and given the number of ways our identities and long-held beliefs are challenged, reconsidered, and questioned, it is critical that we also show ourselves some kindness. Here are a few of our favorite self-care purchases that have lifted our spirits, reminded us that someone cares, and support…
While social distancing is keeping us in our homes, the need in the social sector is still great.
Here are ideas on how you can still be supportive!
Summers can be quiet for nonprofits trying meet fiscal year end goals. This post shares our five tips to successful fundraising efforts over the summer.
Learn what steps you can take today to help individuals experiencing homelessness in your community.
Ready? Set? Read!
Inside is the list of reads we plan to tackle in 2019 and brief summaries to inspire, excite, and whet your reading palate.