The post evaluates Results Based Management (RBM) and its effectiveness in strategic planning. It discusses the methodologies strengths and weaknesses. While RBM is criticized for fostering bureaucracy in organizations like the United Nations, it remains valuable if implemented in conjunction with encouraging a high-trust environment.
Continue readingPublic policy is a fancy name for what governments have agreed to do or need to do. If you have a degree in public policy, please don’t laugh too hard about the simplification of the concepts [1]. For those without a degree, hopefully this post is just enough to talk about policy and how gRBM supports the public policy process [2].
Continue readingA new cycling club is asking, is incorporation really necessary? Spoiler alert, it is as it offers liability protection, clarity, and credibility even thought no one likes to volunteer to fill in government paperwork.
Continue readingThe IPOOG Grant Management Lifecycle outlines essential phases from pre-award to post-award, emphasizing governance and administration. Nonprofits must assess grant eligibility, application processes, and funding strategies while maintaining compliance. The lifecycle stresses effective communication, risk management, and the importance of storytelling in grant reporting for future engagement and improvement.
Continue readingTwo environmental organizations face challenges that at first blush seem to be identical. BLESS focuses on immediate public concerns, while SAPAA emphasizes long-term ecological health. Their strategies differ in governance, technology and data management, illustrating the importance of tailored solutions.
Continue readingAt the end of this month, I will let my name stand for the president of SAPAA, an organization supporting citizen stewardship in Alberta. The following are my thoughts about what should be the organization’s priorities.
Continue readingA very ambitious ‘Event-Idea’ which will help nonprofits, senior volunteers, and even small businesses answer the question: “What type and how much Insurance do we need?”. This post is a placeholder to get some potential ideas.
Continue readingThe Birkie Business Model supports event planning, content control, risk and volunteer management for the Canadian Birkebeiner Society. The IPOOG model outlines the organization’s input, process, output, outcome, and governance; tying together various planning tools for annual revisions and current relevance.
Continue readingNonprofits can be categorized into three main types: operational, event-focused, and episodic. Operational offer continuous services. Event-focused organize specific events. Episodic provides intermittent services. These categories help determine governance, planning, volunteer, and funding needs.
Continue readingNotes from the May 28, 2024 CPA Ambassador conference on Volunteer Management Systems.
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