The Resilia Blog
The Importance of Data-Driven Decision-Making for Nonprofits
In order for nonprofit organizations to thrive, it is of utmost importance that they adopt data-driven decision-making strategies for managing their operations—which involves making decisions based on the information they have and know to be true. Not only does data-driven decision-making allow nonprofits to make smart, informed decisions, it can also turn their hard work and good intentions into long-term, sustainable impact.
The Fight Against Police Brutality & Systemic Racism: How to Play Your Part
If you are not angry, encouraged to do more, pushed to say more, willing to prioritize eliminating the social and political barriers to progress, then you are not paying attention. “Enough is enough,” roared hundreds of thousands of voices protesting in the streets across the US and threading through messages across social media after the death of George Floyd. While many are feeling helpless, there are many ways you, as a nonprofit leader, can support and progress the cause of racial justice. To help guide you in playing your part, we’ve gathered a list of resources.
The Road to Reopening
No matter where your nonprofit is located, you should have a comprehensive plan to reopen your organization that aligns with your state policies, federal guidelines, and best practices. We’ve prepared a list of things you should consider while developing your plan to reopen. We hope this guide helps you navigate the challenges of reopening your nonprofit in the post-pandemic economy.
Your Guide to Hosting Virtual Events
Events are one of the key fundraising drivers for many nonprofit organizations, and for the sake of their missions, they must start planning alternative ways to host their events. Rather than postponing and hoping for definite answers, nonprofits should turn their focus to virtual events. We’ve compiled a list of virtual event platforms you may want to consider.
Turning to Grants for Funding
In an earlier post, we shared how nonprofits can find funding through loans from the federal government. However, there is another avenue that many nonprofits will find helpful: applying for grants. For nonprofits working to help their community handle COVID-19, a number of grants are available. Here’s a list of resources to help you generate potential leads.
Issues With Accessing PPP? Four Ways to Better Navigate Round 2
As of April 27, Congress has approved a new bill that replenishes PPP with an additional $310 billion and resumed accepting loan applications, in hopes to keep workers employed during this economic downturn. If your organization was not able to secure PPP funding during the first bill, here are four ways to better navigate Round 2.
Finding Support in Your State
Given the increasing reliance on nonprofits in the current struggle against COVID-19 pandemic, it is imperative to stay abreast of changing conditions, as well as utilize progressive tools and resources. While things are moving fast, a great way to protect your nonprofit and community is to implement best practices, such as finding support in your state.
The CARES Act: Why & How Nonprofits Must Secure Funding
When nonprofits suffer, we all suffer. Nonprofits are a source of stability for communities and families, and for centuries, they have provided resources that would otherwise go overlooked.