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by Michele Whetzel

Here are my most recent blog posts:

Governance vs. Volunteering: Why Understanding the Distinction Matters for Your Nonprofit

Governance vs. Volunteering: Why Understanding the Distinction Matters for Your Nonprofit

Discover the difference between governance and volunteering in nonprofit boards—and why getting this balance right is essential for strong leadership and lasting impact. ...more

Nonprofit Guidance

August 26, 20252 min read

How Often Should Your Nonprofit Board Meet?

How Often Should Your Nonprofit Board Meet?

Learn how often a nonprofit board should meet, why monthly meetings keep momentum, and how committees keep work moving between sessions. ...more

Nonprofit Guidance

August 19, 20252 min read

Teamwork Isn't Just About Doing the Work - It's About Communicating, Too

Teamwork Isn't Just About Doing the Work - It's About Communicating, Too

Board members need to work together to get the work done. Giving updates as to schedule and needing assistance to complete work is key to working well as a group. ...more

Nonprofit Guidance

August 12, 20252 min read

Nonprofit Alternatives

Nonprofit Alternatives

Want to start a new nonprofit? There may be better options for you and your passion project. ...more

Nonprofit Guidance

August 05, 20252 min read

Overwhelmed to Organized: A New Nonprofit Founder's Guide (Part 2)

Overwhelmed to Organized: A New Nonprofit Founder's Guide (Part 2)

We provide a checklist of items a new nonprofit founder needs to follow to set up the nonprofit organization. ...more

Nonprofit Guidance

July 22, 20254 min read

Overwhelmed to Organized: A New Nonprofit Founder’s Guide (also applicable to starting any new endeavor)

Overwhelmed to Organized: A New Nonprofit Founder’s Guide (also applicable to starting any new endeavor)

Start small and smart in starting your new nonprofit. ...more

Nonprofit Guidance

July 16, 20253 min read

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