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State Your Case: Three benefits of creating a strong case statement for your nonprofit

State Your Case: Three benefits of creating a strong case statement for your nonprofit

A case statement, also called a case for support, is a concise, persuasive document that tells a nonprofit organization’s story— why it’s needed, how it’s making a difference, and why …

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Empowering Nonprofits, Strengthening the Community: The Lasting Impact of the Douglas W. Eberle Board Governance Series

Empowering Nonprofits, Strengthening the Community: The Lasting Impact of the Douglas W. Eberle Board Governance Series

In February 2008, the Community Foundation of Greater Lafayette (CFGL) launched a Board Governance Training series for board volunteers and nonprofit executives, under the leadership of then-President and CEO Douglas …

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6 Success Factors for Strategic Planning

6 Success Factors for Strategic Planning

My mom taught me how to read a map as her co-pilot on a road trip to Maine when I was about 13 years old. In my world at the …

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The Hedges Way: Cultivating a People-First Culture

The Hedges Way: Cultivating a People-First Culture

At Hedges, we’re all in. We’re dedicated to expanding equitable access to educational and economic opportunities, increasing the safety and wellbeing of children and families, and strengthening historically marginalized communities. …

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Building Stronger Communities: Empowering 70 Individuals with Nonprofit Board Leadership Training in Hendricks County

Building Stronger Communities: Empowering 70 Individuals with Nonprofit Board Leadership Training in Hendricks County

“Do you know of anybody who could serve on my board of directors?” This is a question frequently posed to the Hendricks County Community Foundation (HCCF) and Leadership Hendricks County …

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Building a High-Performing Nonprofit Board: A Roadmap to Success

Building a High-Performing Nonprofit Board: A Roadmap to Success

Creating a high-performing nonprofit board isn’t as simple as snapping your fingers, but it is an achievable goal with intentional action. Many nonprofit leaders recognize the need for improvement within …

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