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Why Most Performance Evaluations Are Biased, and How to Fix Them
Read about how your performance evaluations may contain hidden biases and learn how to create more equitable evaluations.
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In this new era of philanthropy and giving, it may be time for both nonprofits and donors to re-think the way they approach philanthropy.
Read MoreNew Year, New Faces at CNE
We’re excited to share that we’ve added two new members to the CNE team this year, both of whom have deep nonprofit experience and community knowledge. Introducing…
Aleen Carey, Senior Manager of Philanthropy and Communications
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10 New Year’s Resolutions for Nonprofit Social Media Managers
In search of some inspiration in the New Year? This article provides 10 ideas for nonprofit social media managers to make the most impact.
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Listening to the Community to Reimagine How a Foundation Delivers on Its Mission
“Based on feedback from community listening sessions and consultations with local experts, The San Francisco Foundation reshaped its grantmaking strategy and role in addressing…
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The Secret to Leading Organizational Change Is Empathy
This Harvard Business Review article discusses the importance of empathy when leading an organization and the benefits that accompany positive leadership.
Read MoreMaintaining Balance During the End-of-Year Push
With its short dreary days, year-end fundraising crunch, and pressure to make the most of our time with friends and family, the holiday season can get some of us down. But we can and should work against the effects of the…
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How to Successfully and Sustainably Scale Your Nonprofit
Every nonprofit will face a time when they will ask themselves, “How do we scale our organization?” Here are some key aspects that will help answer that question.
Read MoreWhat to Do Before Getting Started
If you are thinking about starting a nonprofit, CNE’s updated Starting a Nonprofit Toolkit is a great place to begin. Our toolkit provides information on what it means to be a nonprofit and questions to ask to determine…
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Our Default Organizational Decision-Making Model is Flawed: Here’s an Awesome Alternative
The decision-making model where the ED/CEO makes the final decision can be problematic and lead to decision fatigue. Read about an alternative model that changes the way decisions…
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Measuring Nonprofit Outcomes and Progress: What Data Should You Collect?
Learn about how to collect and analyze the right data in order to measure the progress of your nonprofit.
Read MoreRecruiting and Retaining Talented Staff
Nonprofits compete with corporations for talented and skilled staff. But as our regional 2017 Compensation and Benefits Report suggests, nonprofits are not competitive in compensation. The sector has relied on recruiting mission-focused employees, but with the growth of for-profit social enterprise, this…
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What Drives Nonprofit Executive Compensation?
Read about a study that determined the reasons behind the salaries for executives in the nonprofit and for-profit realms and how it affects different subsectors of arts, education, health, and human services.
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Nonprofits Use Creative Placemaking to Address Public Safety
Read about some nonprofits that have been successful in administering creative placemaking strategies to address public safety to inspire you or your organization to do the same!
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Philanthropy in the Service of Democracy
Learn how philanthropy can be made to serve democratic ends and why it matters.
Read MorePhilanthropy Day 2018
Each fall we celebrate the vibrant nonprofit community and the transformational power of philanthropy in Central Virginia. This year we were thrilled to welcome Vu Le, the Executive Director of Rainier Valley Corps, to share his insights on…
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Philanthropy Day Speaker Seeks to Help Nonprofits “Understand their Awesomeness”
Read about our most recent Philanthropy Day speaker, Vu Le, and what he was trying to convey to nonprofits in our community.
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About #GivingTuesday: Will Larger Trends Show Up as Reduced Community Revenue?
On the heels of 2019’s #GivingTuesday, read about the current trends of giving to organizations like yours, and why it is happening.
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Why Are We Still Struggling with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Nonprofit Governance?
Read about why diversity, equity and inclusion are struggling to persist in nonprofits, and so strategies as to how to combat this in your organization.
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How we can help those who want to do real good use their actions in the most helpful ways
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Redefining the Path to Success: Moving from Ego-thinking to Eco-thinking in the Social Sector
Explore how using an ecosystem map can foster collaboration and communication in your organization and your community.
Read MoreA Culture of Gratitude
Happy Thanksgiving! We at CNE want to add our voice of gratitude and appreciation. We are thankful for our nonprofit members who are deeply passionate about their work and strive tirelessly to serve communities across Central Virginia. We’re thankful for
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Building Financially Resilient Nonprofits: Lessons From the Field
Think about what financial resiliency means to your organization!
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How Grantmakers Can Use Power Mindfully to Advance Equity
Learn how funders can start to use power positively to advance equity and justice in the nonprofit sector.
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Read about ways to lead your organization through a system change and some challenges that might come with it.
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