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Don’t Forget to Complete Your Annual Nonprofit Registration!
It’s not uncommon for nonprofits’ registration to lapse, especially if there has been a change of address or leadership. Ensuring that your organization’s registration is up-to-date is an important annual activity. Set a recurring reminder in your calendar or add this activity to your annual checklist along with filing your 990.
Meeting the Champions of Good
I can’t believe I have been at Propel for almost a year. It is cliché to say it, but the time has flown by, and I am so lucky to have met so many nonprofit leaders both here and across the country.
How Nonprofits Help Us Take Care of Each Other
Nonprofits are filled with problem solvers, changemakers, community builders, and advocates who work tirelessly to make the opportunities and support that I’ve had in my life accessible to everyone. They are as varied as the businesses represented here, each answering the question: how do we take care of each other?
Support Emerging Orgs on GTMD24!
This year, 15 of our 34 fiscally sponsored organizations are participating in Give to the Max Day. We have compiled a list of these organizations and their missions, hoping you can support them as they contribute to our sector and communities.
A Spreadsheet Helps
One night, I was alone in my office worrying about the financial state of a nonprofit I worked for. The thought I kept having was, “this is bad.” I didn’t know how bad, or what bad meant. As I sat there looking for solutions, I realized I didn’t have a critical tool. I did what I would tell any other nonprofit financial leader in my situation: I made a cashflow statement. When you’re spinning out of control, honestly, a spreadsheet helps.
Propel Nonprofits Receives Donation from Yield Giving
Last week, Propel received an $8 million unrestricted gift from Yield Giving, an organization established by philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. The gift will allow Propel to support its mission of fueling the impact and effectiveness of nonprofits with guidance, expertise, and capital.
New “Building a Board” Resources for Nonprofits
Having started an organization, and working with emerging organizations, I know how difficult boarding a board can be. That’s why, over a year ago, my colleagues and on Propel’s Strategic Services team set out to update a formally print-only resource called “Building a Board.”
Announcing Mario Hernandez as Propel’s Chief Program Officer
Propel is thrilled to announce Mario Hernandez as our new Chief Program Officer!