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Maybe You Shouldn't Start a Nonprofit






Anne de Irala, CNP

Community Engagement and Access Facilitator






Just Because You Can, Doesn’t Mean You Should.

It’s a phrase I’ve said to myself in times of sudden inspiration- when I’m convinced bangs are the answer, or when my cursor hovers timidly over “reply all.” That simple statement has likely prevented months of awkward grow-out, and eyerolls from those email recipients.

The same statement matters even more when the decision carries higher stakes—like deciding to start a nonprofit.

Sure, you absolutely can Start a Nonprofit. And we’re here to help you, we teach and offer a Starting a Michigan Nonprofit course to walk you through the many steps. But before you start filing paperwork, here are some things to consider: 











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3 Reasons Your Board Should Brush Up on Governance

   

 Sharon Castle
Capacity Builder

 “The fitting Board of Directors is less about physical strength, more about mental toughness, with fitting minds and fresh eyes.” ― Pearl ZhuDigitizing Boardroom: The Multifaceted Aspects of Digital Ready Boards

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5 Steps to Refresh & Restore Momentum after a Bad Board Meeting

Regina Pinney
Executive Director
 

Have you ever had one of those board meetingsthe kind that makes you question if you are the right person for the job, if you have the stamina to continue, or if anyone in the room is on the same page about anything? The kind of meeting that makes you wonder if working at one of those 9-5 for profit jobs is fulfilling?

You knowone of "those" meetings.

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9 Strategies to Recruit & Engage Board Members

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Sharon Castle
Capacity Builder

Question:  On a scale of 1 – 10, how important is a nonprofit board of directors?
Answer:  10+
If building a strong board is tantamount to running a healthy, vibrant, and successful nonprofit organization, how do we build a dynamic board? 

While the answer is complex, there are strategies you can use to enhance your success.
 





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