Resources

How Background Screening Protects Nonprofits from Hiring Risks

Nonprofit organizations must take care in selecting employees and volunteers to avoid putting themselves at risk of liability lawsuits and legal damages. Background screening of…

Where Has Our Nonprofit Team Been in 2025?

Our nonprofit team works tirelessly to stay on top of the latest industry news and trends so they can provide innovative recommendations to their clients. Recently,…

The Importance of Establishing an Audit Committee

In recent years, many companies have found themselves on newspaper front pages for illegal business activities. In response to these events, organizations are recognizing the…

How to Successfully Partner with For-Profit Companies

Adequate funding is crucial for nonprofit organizations, and partnering with a corporation through cause-related marketing can be a profitable way to secure revenue. However, the…

Top Nonprofit Board Governance Mistakes and How to Mitigate Them

The board of directors serves as the governing body of a nonprofit, tasked with advancing the organization’s mission by establishing and implementing ethical policies. These…

Guest Column: Business as (Un)Usual 2:0 – What’s Next?

By Kathy Carmody, CEO of The Institute on Public Policy for People with Disabilities A few years ago, I was asked to deliver a keynote…

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Considerations for Nonprofits

Each member of a nonprofit’s board of directors brings their personal and professional life experiences to the table, making it imperative for organizations to elect…

Protecting Nonprofit Workers: Addressing the Risks of Workplace Violence

While nonprofit organizations strive to serve society, they are not exempt from the threat of workplace violence. Whether stemming from external individuals or conflicts between…

Top 3 Ways To Address Health Disparities & Cut Costs

Millions of Americans face significant barriers to achieving good health. According to America’s Health Rankings 2022 Annual Report, published by the United Health Foundation and…

5 Critical Steps Before Joining a Nonprofit Board of Directors

Joining a board of directors of a nonprofit organization is exciting and incredibly rewarding as you give your time, talent, and services back to your…

PODCAST – The One Thing: John Pingo, Goldie Floberg

This week on The One Thing podcast, our hosts, Robin Bettenhausen and Tom Kallai, sat down with John Pingo, CEO of the Goldie Floberg, for a fascinating conversation…

PODCAST – The One Thing: Leslie Brown Albright & Lori Hubler, Nonstop Health

This week on The One Thing podcast, our hosts, Robin Bettenhausen and Tom Kallai, spoke with two guests from Nonstop Health: Leslie Brown Albright, Director of Business Development,…

Addressing Social Determinants of Health to Improve Employee Health Outcomes

Social factors such as housing, transportation and access to food and quality health care can have a dramatic impact on employee health outcomes.

PODCAST – The One Thing: R.J. McMahon, Oak Leyden

This week on The One Thing podcast, our hosts, Robin Bettenhausen and Tom Kallai, spoke with R.J. McMahon, the CEO of Oak Leyden, a Chicago nonprofit dedicated to…

Nonprofit Sector Trends to Watch in 2024

Nonprofit organizations operate to benefit their communities and fulfill their missions and. Responding to sector trends is paramount to serving the public. There are several…

Unlocking Health Equity: The Power of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion on Nonprofit Board

Each member of a board of directors brings their professional and personal life experiences to the table, making it imperative for a nonprofit to elect…

PODCAST – The One Thing: Jen Sobecki, Designs for Dignity

This week on The One Thing podcast, our hosts, Robin Bettenhausen and Tom Kallai, spoke with Jen Sobecki, Chief Executive Officer of Designs for Dignity, a unique Chicago-based…

Wait, We Did All This Work to Implement MFA, and Threat Actors Can Readily Bypass It?

Multifactor Authentication (MFA) is supposed to protect our networks. And it does in many respects, but it is not a failsafe or a crutch to…

The Vital Role of Health Equity for Nonprofits: Bridging Gaps and Creating Opportunities

For nonprofits, championing health equity is a moral priority and a strategic move toward building healthier, more resilient communities. This article explores the significance of…

Want New Talent? (Leader’s Edge)

This article was originally published on Leader’s Edge Finding and servicing clients in an ever-changing environment can be a large enough obstacle in itself for…

PODCAST – The One Thing: Eric Holtrop, Ozinga Foundation

This week on The One Thing podcast by The Horton Group, our hosts, Robin Bettenhausen and Tom Kallai, spoke with Eric Holtrop, director of the Ozinga Foundation.

PODCAST – The One Thing: Andrea Palmer, Awake Labs

This week on The One Thing podcast by The Horton Group, our hosts, Robin Bettenhausen and Tom Kallai, spoke with Andrea Palmer, CEO and founder…

PODCAST – The One Thing: Arthur Vera, Zuniga Health

This week, at The One Thing Podcast by The Horton Group, our hosts, Robin Bettenhausen and Tom Kallai, spoke with Arthur Vera, founder and CEO…

Anticipated Shifts in the Nonprofit Landscape

Nonprofit organizations, also known as non-profit organizations or NGOs, operate with the goal of achieving their missions while positively impacting the community and addressing public…