Board & Strategy Category

How to build a great Board retreat?

“As I begin to plan for our Board Retreat, I wondered if others have some experience to share: elements that were interesting, valuable, successful…all of the above? Engagement has been a challenge – part of that hopefully will be remedied with some sound education. But would appreciate any additional thinking.” 15 Replies. 120 Views. Click here to find the answer.

Human Capital Category

How do you celebrate successes at your organization?

“When your team gets a big win– you hit a goal, bring in a big grant, set a new record– what do you do to make people feel part of that victory? I’d love to hear creative ways to make staff, board and donors feel like they are on a winning team, and also ways that you might have seen victories gone wrong by making people feel like they are not doing the things that count most for leadership. Any ideas about managing the dynamics of a success to maximize it as a motivator for people would be helpful.” 5 Replies. 40 Views. Click here to find the answer.

Legal Category

CRA Audit

“My organization has been randomly selected for a full audit by the CRA covering FY 2016 and 2017. Has anyone been part of a CRA audit in the past? Would you be willing to share your insights? Any tips and tricks? We’ve of course reached out to our audit firm and our lawyer for advice/guidance. So, I’m hoping this group might be able to provide more anecdotal insights.” 3 Replies. 29 Views. Click here to find the answer.

Marketing & Communication Category

Example of a great case for support

“Our charity has operated as a non-profit social enterprise since 2007. We deliver transformative international leadership development programs for young Canadians meant to inspire the next generation of Canadian change-makers. Part of our long-term strategy is to ensure that these programs can be accessed by ALL Canadians. As we begin to dip our toes into the fundraising world, we are looking for guidance on how to craft a stand-out ‘Case for Support.” 4 replies, 71 views. Click here to find the answer.

Revenue Development Category

Accepting donations from tobacco, alcohol and gaming.

“How does your organization make ethical decisions with regard to donations from tobacco, alcohol and gaming companies? If these companies are willing to give, should we accept or is there the risk of reputation damage too high? How does the legalization of marijuana impact these policies?” 8 Replies. 54 Views. Click here to find the answer.

Finance & Technology Category

Courses to increase financial acumen

“As a new Executive Director, I am looking to increase my financial acumen. Can anyone recommend any online courses, books, or other resources to help me move from reporting to strategizing?”4 replies. 43 Views. Click here to find the answer.

Program Management Category

“What are your priorities and what obstacles are in your way?”  Click here to find the answer.

Professional Development Category

A book, course or other learning tool?

“What is a great book you have read, a course you have taken, a training event you have attended, a TedTalk or video that inspired you? What did it help you with?” 7 Replies. 69 Views. Click here to find the answer.