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The Purpose and Importance of a Gift Acceptance Policy

January 7, 2019 by Jenna Espinosa

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...]

Your Next Strategic Board Discussion Topic: Why Culture Counts

March 4, 2016 by Spokes For Nonprofits

Corporate culture is discussed incessantly within the for profit sector but is noticeably absent from the discussion of the nonprofit sector. And, that's a … [Read more...]

Spokes Presents 4 Opportunities to Win up to $1,000 in Grants for your Nonprofit!

February 23, 2016 by Spokes For Nonprofits

  Spokes is pleased to announce and open nominations for its   Spokes Spring Salutes: Share Your Inspiration grants program!   On May 20th, … [Read more...]

Hardest Part of Board Member’s Job?: Orienting a New Executive Director

December 1, 2015 by Spokes For Nonprofits

Imagine starting a job where you have 5 or more bosses with whom you meet once a month. They are thrilled to have you on board - relieved, really - because they … [Read more...]

How Much Should You Pay Your Nonprofit Executive Director?

September 1, 2015 by Spokes For Nonprofits

Lately at Spokes, we've received a lot of questions about nonprofit executive compensation.  Many nonprofits are planning and budgeting to hire their first-ever … [Read more...]

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