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As the year draws to a close, we're taking a moment to reflect on the content that you’ve enjoyed the most. From exploring organizational change to strategic planning and mergers, your engagement with our content has helped us support the nonprofit sector. Here's a look back at the ten insights that captured your attention the most this year (check the link in comments): #LaPianaConsulting #nonprofitconsulting #nonprofits #foundations #strategicplanning #mergersandalliances #nonprofitmergers #organizationalchange #leadership #socialsector #wrapped

Mastering the board relationship is key for any new Executive Director. In his latest blog, David La Piana shares pivotal advice: prioritize no surprises; foster trust through honest communication; balance support with accountability, especially with your board chair; build early wins to secure board confidence; engage stakeholders in vision sharing; and ensure transparency in all decisions. These steps not only strengthen your leadership but also transform your board into active partners. For a detailed roadmap, including the "Ten Commandments for Board – Executive Director Success," check out the full post here. #LaPianaConsulting #LeadershipTips #NonprofitLeadership #ExecutiveDirector #BoardRelations #LeadershipDevelopment #NonprofitSuccess #BoardChair #TransparencyInLeadership #VisionaryLeadership #NonprofitBoards #LeadershipAdvice #EDLeadership #MissionDriven #NonprofitGrowth #BoardEngagement

In today’s rapidly shifting world, the ability to navigate major organizational change is essential for nonprofits. Take a quick break from the election buzz and help shape our sector’s future by sharing your insights in our #survey on nonprofit organizational change management! Please spend a few minutes contributing your experiences with large-scale change — your input will shed light on what empowers or challenges your nonprofit’s adaptability. The survey results will be featured in an upcoming newsletter, offering valuable insights to support leaders like you in managing impactful change. Ready to join the conversation? Click here: https://lnkd.in/eGQRBtZM

While GivingTuesday inspires radical acts of generosity every day, the annual celebration of giving will take place next week on Tuesday, December 3, 2024. Created as a simple idea in 2012 at the 92nd Street Y New York and its Belfer Center for Innovation & Social Impact to encourage people to do good, GivingTuesday spun off as an independent nonprofit in 2021 and has grown into a global movement that engages hundreds of millions of people. From helping a neighbor to advocating for an issue, sharing a skill, or donating to causes, this day reminds us that everyone has something to give, and every act of generosity counts. The GivingTuesday Toolkit ( 🔗 in comments) provides resources to help you create a meaningful campaign, whether you're new to GivingTuesday or looking to expand your impact. At La Piana Consulting, we believe in the power of collaboration to drive change. This GivingTuesday, let’s work together to amplify the generosity that strengthens our communities. Share your plans with us — we’d love to celebrate your efforts and amplify your stories! #GivingTuesday #LaPianaConsulting #Nonprofits #Foundations #Generosity #Collaboration

Apologies for the long post but this is important . . . You may have heard that Congress has been considering HR 9495, the Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act.  Under this law, the administration, through the Secretary of Treasury, can basically crush a nonprofit for views that don’t align with its own. This would be a dangerous tool in the administration’s hands to shut down and silence dissent. The bill was defeated in the House last week, but is expected to come up again this week.  Even if you don’t work in a nonprofit or sit on a board, please call your representatives and tell them to vote no!  Call your senators to implore them to filibuster this bill  -- should it pass.  Find your congressional representatives here https://lnkd.in/gskEDbEK #savethesocialsector

In today’s rapidly shifting world, the ability to navigate major organizational change is essential for nonprofits. Take a quick break from the election buzz and help shape our sector’s future by sharing your insights in our #survey on nonprofit organizational change management! Please spend a few minutes contributing your experiences with large-scale change — your input will shed light on what empowers or challenges your nonprofit’s adaptability. The survey results will be featured in an upcoming newsletter, offering valuable insights to support leaders like you in managing impactful change. Ready to join the conversation? Click here: https://lnkd.in/eGQRBtZM

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In today’s rapidly shifting world, the ability to navigate major organizational change is essential for nonprofits. Take a quick break from the election buzz and help shape our sector’s future by sharing your insights in our #survey on nonprofit organizational change management! Please spend a few minutes contributing your experiences with large-scale change — your input will shed light on what empowers or challenges your nonprofit’s adaptability. The survey results will be featured in an upcoming newsletter, offering valuable insights to support leaders like you in managing impactful change. Ready to join the conversation? Click here: https://lnkd.in/eGQRBtZM #LaPianaConsulting #NonprofitLeadership #ChangeManagement #NonprofitInsights #LeadTheChange #SectorImpact #VoiceOfNonprofits #MakeAnImpact #NonprofitCommunity #ShapingTheFuture #NonprofitGrowth

In her latest blog, Lara Jakubowski, Managing Partner, highlights a growing challenge in the nonprofit sector: many organizations are failing to consider strategic partnerships or mergers until it’s too late. As funding, staff, and financial stability become increasingly volatile, nonprofits risk closure if they don’t act proactively. Lara shares key signs that organizations should watch for, like deteriorating finances, reliance on single funders, or peer closures. She emphasizes the importance of initiating conversations early, negotiating from a position of strength, and exploring partnerships that could preserve missions and impact. If you're facing challenges, consider the steps outlined in this blog to safeguard your organization’s future. Don’t wait until it’s too late! #LaPianaConsulting #NonprofitLeadership #StrategicPartnerships #NonprofitMergers #MissionFirst #NonprofitGrowth #NonprofitSustainability #CollaborativeImpact #NonprofitStrategy #StrengthThroughPartnership

#NLENInTheNews NLEN & Sweet Beginnings, Chicago President & CEO Brenda M. Palms spoke with La Piana Consulting Senior Consultant Bral Spight for the Rooted & Resilient Podcast! Tune in to hear insights from Brenda and learn more about all things NLEN & beelove® at this link: https://lnkd.in/gpDt8rwb #SweetBeginnings #beelove #beelovebuzz #socialimpact #CreatingACommunityThatWorks