Nonprofit Professionals

I have a questionnaire below on the study I am doing for application and hiring research, for North Forge Pathfinder program. This is for job seekers, recruiters, hiring managers and entrepreneurs. Would … more

Survey: Go-to/Must-have Platforms for nonprofits
I’m working with a couple of new nonprofits who are preparing to launch and I’m curious what are your must-have platforms? For example, when I work with… more

Looking to step up involvement in a really early stage animal welfare nonprofit. They need help with everything — engagement, marketing, partnerships, fundraising, grant writing, etc. Have you been in… more

Over the last two weeks, things are not looking good for my job. It looks like our roles will transition to part-time when the fiscal year ends, and I'm not sure I can live off of that. Any advice… more

Looking for advice, I was basically terminated because a lot of office gossip about me and my personality circulated (first people though I was mean because my previous supervisor assigned my desk awa… more

How’s life treating fundraisers? 😳

Are you up for fundraising for smallish- midsize NFP community in Mass, salary 60-80K? No Development team. Just you. 80% grants + stewardship. It’s a great place for the right … more

I’m starting a consulting business focused on sustainability, innovation, and international development. To build reach, I’m offering pro bono support to nonprofits needing help with strategy, project… more

Question about working from home. When COVID hit, Tech brought over computers and help us set up. The point is it was their Tech gear. 1) if working for a call center remotely is it preferable to be able t… more

Hi all. There are times we love our job and times we can't stand it . On days where the walls are closing in,,, what other job field would you like to work in?

I have mentioned some of my experiences as a sales person/ fundraiser for our theater. So you don't want to get a season subscription fine just say no thank you and I 'll get on to my next call But… more

I am hear to learn and to indicate my interest in volunteering if there is an opening.

Coppin State University as well as Morgan State are near me Both are HBCU's. I have 5+ years experience as a professional fundraiser but I am white. if anyone in this bowl works for a HBCU would … more

What’s the best/worst thing about your job?

Do you all know of any remote positions available in the nonprofit sector?

How do you handle the coworker who always talks about how busy and behind they are but never accept other’s offers to help?

Hi I’m a new non-profit. Can you’ll share the first steps that you took to raise funds for your organization. Thanks,

Is anyone's nonprofits struggling financially and on the brink of closure? If so, should one ride it out until an eventual anticipated layoff or start applying for a new job asap?

How do you stay grounded and true to your values during stressful times? I’m having a hard time staying authentic in these uncertain and depressing times…

How do you communicate the impact of donations to your supporters? We are looking for new ways to keep them engaged and generous….

What do you miss the most when it comes to life before the internet? I miss not having social media….too much drama

Do you learn more when you win or win you lose? I think you learn more when you lose but you don’t learn it until years later…. So that part stinks….

I'm curious to know how many members in this bowl hold an LLC and an EIN number without having ever owned real estate or obtained business funding.

What’s the most scandalous thing that ever happened at your org/in your dpt? Mine involves the CEO and a board member hiding a secret relationship… only for it to be exposed at a holiday get together … more

How does your organization build and maintain relationships within the community? We shuttered our community program years ago for unclear reasons and are now trying to reinstate it… why do we get rid… more

Have you ever had to advocate for yourself or for a colleague in a situation where leadership was dismissive of concerns? I had to do this recently over concerns of bullying towards a colleague…. Mana… more

Happy Easter if you celebrate it 🐣 🐰🤍 regardless if you do or don’t celebrate it, I hope you have the day off! What’s everyone’s favorite thing to eat / drink from your Easter Day spread? My favs i… more

Hi everyone A couple of weeks ago I had asked about fundraising jobs in the Baltimore area.Thanks to the response I will be focusing on the the Bromo arts area of Baltimore thank you for the lead.

Do you think that Easter Sunday should be observed as a federal holiday? I do because I have to work Easter Sunday and Monday and get 0 incentives for it- we used to get holiday pay years ago until th… more

How do you respond when a well-intentioned workplace initiative (e.g., diversity training) feels performative rather than meaningful? Everything and I mean EVERYTHING feels like we are doing it just f… more

On a scale of 1-10, with 1 being the worst and 10 being the best, how was your day? No explanation needed.

Mine was a 4.

What’s a skill a coworker has that you admire? For me, it’s the way our staff psychologist is so warm and friendly to clients and families alike but holds firm and fair boundaries to the point where … more

Describe your boss in 3 words. Mine are passive, detached, preoccupied. 😬

If you could launch any new initiative at our organization, what would it be? Our DEI committee disbanded years ago, and we need it more than ever. So I would do a hard relaunch of that. I actually ha… more

How do you respond when a colleague constantly talks about how overworked they are but refuses to delegate or ask for help?

Have you ever declined a lucrative job offer? Why? I have never been in a job where the money was lucrative, sighs.

Have you ever had a conflict with a coworker that made your job more difficult? How did you—or how would you—address it?

For me, I was able to switch offices and that made life SO much easier.

I've been a pastor for 14 years at different sized churches as both Solo and Associate Pastor. My work includes vision casting, church finances, grant writing, outreach, community partnerships, vo… more