I simply want ALL nonprofits to fulfill their mission. If you missed the past training on how to start out strong and build a strong nonprofit organization, watch the replay. If you have any questions, let me know.

People die, get sick, or ___________________, you can fill in the blank, but what happens when the FOUNDER is no longer available? Today, we discussed the importance Succession Planning for your nonprofit by reviewing a nonprofit's 990 documents. The founder of the nonprofit recently passed. Please ask questions if you have any or share your ah-ha moment(s).

Let’s talk about something most nonprofits avoid until it’s urgent: Succession planning. Not because you’re leaving tomorrow.Not because something is “wrong.”But because healthy organizations don’t collapse when one person steps away. Succession planning is not a retirement plan. It's a leadership continuity plan. Here’s the quiet truth:If your nonprofit cannot function without you, that’s not sustainability…it’s risky behavior. Succession planning answers questions like: • If you stepped away for 30 days, what would break first? • Who currently holds institutional knowledge and is it written down? • Does your board understand their role beyond supporting you? • Is leadership concentrated in one person or distributed by design? This isn’t about replacing anyone. It's about protecting the mission you worked so hard to build. Starter mindset shift: Succession planning is an act of stewardship, not surrender. 👇 Let’s discuss (no judgment, just clarity): 1️⃣ Do you currently have anything in writing that outlines leadership transition? 2️⃣ If you disappeared for a month, what would your biggest challenge be? 3️⃣ What’s one role in your nonprofit that only one person knows how to do? Drop your number(s) below or share a thought. This is a safe space to think forward and not scramble later. We’ll build this the smart, realistic way. Join us today, January 31, 206, at 12:30 pm CT/1:30 pm ET, right here in the community. ***Or you can go directly to the Calendar section and add to your own personal calendar as a reminder

Let's make sure everyone knows what it takes to have a "fundable" nonprofit. Fundable equals Compliant, therefore, we will cover what is required and recommended. Disclaimer: The video below is a test to see how the Skool platform works when it comes to going Live. I think I like it...no I love it! I hope you all will join me! ***Sign up by going to the calendar section

Ok, so maybe that’s not a real word but I think you get my point. This post is for those who actually have a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization. Weekend challenge: 1. Type your nonprofit name into Google search. 2. New search: Type your nonprofit name and the city and state of where the nonprofit is registered. 3 Create social media pages for your nonprofit if you do not have one for Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. TikTok is optional but encouraged. These must be created from your personal and FB will need to be verified.- The reason I asked you to do this is because funders will do this basic search when you are requesting funding. Also, when you have a fundraising event or even a community event, potential donors and attendees will do the same. Social media is free and the foundation of awareness which often leads to building credibility. In this current climate, the latter is critical. Although I didn’t add this to the list, you may want to Google your name and the organization together. Just remember, on the Internet there is no way to separate your personal image from your professional image. You are a leader of influence! As much as you feel comfortable, share in the comments what you were surprised to find. If you found other nonprofits with the same or a similar name share whether they were more or less visible than your organization. Lastly, if you experienced an ‘ah-hah’ moment during any part of this process, feel free to share in the comments.