After meeting dozens of people who would like to serve on a nonprofit board, one thing they all have in common is their desire to do a great job as a board … [Read more...]
A Gold Mine of Grantmakers
Are you struggling to find the grants you need? Imagine how convenient it would be to have a source of potential funding opportunities readily available right … [Read more...]
Spokes Makes Marketing Easier
Raising the visibility of your nonprofit organization can be a challenge, especially in San Luis Obispo County where there is plenty of competition from other … [Read more...]
Volunteers: A Valuable Resource
People who give of their time, skills and resources as a nonprofit volunteer provide invaluable resources to nonprofit organizations. Now is a great time to … [Read more...]
Administrative Assistant Position
Deadline: Friday, April 12, 2019 Description of the Organization: Spokes, a 501(c)(3) organization, is the nonprofit support center for the Central Coast. Our … [Read more...]
Nonprofit Board Governance
Have you heard these statements? “Nonprofit Boards of Directors must practice good governance.” “The nonprofit is governed by its Board of Directors.” … [Read more...]
How to be an Excellent Board Member
Register Now! Local nonprofits need and want trained Board members who understand their responsibilities in nonprofit governance and how to support their … [Read more...]
Spokes Salutes Feb 28, 2019
Join us from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the Food Bank Coalition of San Luis Obispo County, 1180 Kendall Road in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy good food (Old SLO BBQ and … [Read more...]
Could Your Website Get Hacked? A Reality Check!
You might think it could never happen to you but one morning you find out your website no longer exists or it’s connected to a site you’re ashamed to show. … [Read more...]
The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: Should Nonprofits be Concerned?
Nonprofit leaders have many questions about how the new 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) will affect nonprofit organizations. As 2018 taxes are filed this … [Read more...]
The Purpose and Importance of a Gift Acceptance Policy
A Gift Acceptance Policy is an important document for following best practices in nonprofit fundraising. This policy determines in advance which type of … [Read more...]
Expanding in 2019
Sometimes doing good work flies under the radar— That’s what happens with many of our Central Coast nonprofits. We know this at Spokes because we work … [Read more...]
Your Budget is Your Friend
If it’s time to create your budget for the upcoming year, congratulations. Your nonprofit budget is your best friend and the source of direction for all of your … [Read more...]
Is it Legal to Have an Ex Officio Director on Your Board?
Do you have an Ex Officio Director on your board? Do you allow honorary directors on your board but don’t require (or allow) them to vote? If you answered “yes” … [Read more...]
Good Strategies for Bad Board Members
“Jake” was eager to get involved with his favorite nonprofit’s outreach program, so he jumped at the invitation to become a board member. Once on the board, it … [Read more...]
Making A Stronger Case for Donor Support
Spokes would like to thank Anna Boyd-Bucy, Spokes Consultant and Volunteer Faculty for guest-writing this article. “Exactly what should be included in my … [Read more...]
The Great Executive Director Search!
-By Consuelo Meux, Ph.D., CEO You may have noticed a recent flood of executive directors leaving their positions for new opportunities. Whether they are … [Read more...]
It’s Time to Start Planning Your Year-End Appeal
By Consuelo Meux, Ph.D., CEO Did you know that 1/3 of all charitable giving happens at the end of December each year? Even more importantly, 12% of giving … [Read more...]
Strategic Planning and Major Gift Fundraising
This post was originally published in 2016. At Spokes, we have been surprised – and impressed – by the number of nonprofit boards that have chosen to spend … [Read more...]
Credible Crisis Coverage
Spokes would like to thank Leslie Jones, Spokes Consultant and promotional marketing consultant for guest-writing this article. When a local natural … [Read more...]
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