Resources

Understanding the Fundamentals of the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA)

At the Partnership Program, we know that small to mid-sized nonprofits are the economic engines of our communities, yet they often face systemic funding disparities. One of the most underutilized resources for bridging this gap is the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA).

Project Management with Monday.com

In our latest collaboration with monday.com, we explored how project management software can streamline fundraising operations, from grant pipelines to donor engagement. As Alexander from monday.com noted during the session, “Nonprofit people are the best people… but usually trying to do way more work than is physically possible.”

Three Unique Partnerships for Giving Tuesday 2025

Giving Tuesday is the day when the world supposedly unites for good. While a dollar-for-dollar match remains a campaign cornerstone, the most memorable successes are often driven by partnerships that are creative, surprising, and deeply integrated into the customer experience.

The State of Nonprofit Staff Retention has been Poor for Years

The nonprofit sector is facing a retention crisis, with an annual turnover rate of 19%—significantly higher than the all-industry average of 12%. While many assume low compensation is the primary driver, executive recruiter John Toolan suggests a different root cause: organizational culture.

Building Digital Community

For almost 10 years, I’ve explored the potential of connecting nonprofits with content creators and their communities to build authentic relationships that drive advocacy and fundraising. Creators of tight-knit online communities, whose interests like gaming, fitness, or niche hobbies, present unique opportunities for nonprofits to reach passionate and engaged audiences.