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Hey Nonprofits! Be sure to register and join us on February 16 for coffee and conversation!

Nonprofits and Boards! Join us on February 16 for coffee and conversation!

Building Organizational Infrastructure and Improving Overall Effectiveness in This World of Uncertainty: WHAT’S YOUR PLAN? by Lucille Geraci-Miranda, M.P.A. As ...we know, 2020 was like no other. We learned how to pivot, and our best plans had to be altered. We learned how to be flexible, and we all learned how to pause and think about how we will move forward. While we still face unprecedented challenges, nonprofits must ensure they have a solid organizational infrastructure that will continuously improve the overall effectiveness in their organizations. Are you ready to implement your 2021 initiatives? Have you reviewed your internal systems, your board structure and responsibilities? How can you meet your organization’s fundraising and awareness goals in this climate? Consider an organizational review: 1 - Internal Systems, Processes and Financial Stability Do you have the fundamental systems in place that support fundraising and awareness efforts that include a viable data base and tracking system for gifts and donor acknowledgements? Are you periodically reviewing your by-laws, mission, and vision statements? Do you have an organizational operating budget? Program budget(s)? 2 - The Board Does your board live and breathe its role and responsibilities? Is your board embracing and effectively responding to current challenges? Does your board possess all the skill sets that will impact the success of your organization? 3 - Fundraising and Development Is there continued active collaboration between board, staff, and volunteers to devise and run an effective, integrated fund development program? Does your fund development program include a mixture of strategies? Are you staying in close touch with your donors? 4 -Marketing, Awareness, and Increasing Visibility Do you have an integrated marketing plan? Are you sharing success stories and messaging consistently? Are you capitalizing on public relations? Are you taking the time to increase your community networks and affiliations, especially during this time? What’s the takeaway? Every nonprofit needs a plan to build organizational infrastructure and increase financial support a roadmap that outlines a diverse strategy yet remains flexible in this time of uncertainty. Consider how you are going to take the road back to recover. What’s YOUR plan? Geranda Projects is ready to offer its vast, integrated experience to help nonprofits create a strong foundation and inspire them to reach their greatest potential, straight from the heart of their mission. Expert services include strategic planning, board development and enrichment, building organizational capacity, annual budget analysis and assessments, fund development planning, one-on-one coaching and educational workshops tailored to your organization’s needs. Lucille Geraci-Miranda, M.P.A. chairs the Chamber’s Nonprofit Committee and is President and Founder of Geranda Projects Management Consulting for Nonprofits. Read more about her services at: www.gerandaprojects.com To request an article about a specific topic, please contact Lucille Geraci-Miranda at [email protected]. #nonprofits #nonprofitorganization #nonprofitleadership #nonprofitfundraising #hudsonvalley #hudsonvalleyny

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Nonprofits and Directors! Join us tomorrow for a lively conversation with the Chamber's Nonprofit Committee!

Great video by Donvil Collins of Veekast advocating Chuck (Charles J.) Newman!

Happy Holidays to our friends and clients!

Sending sincerest best wishes to all our clients and friends for a very Happy Thanksgiving!

Come on out on Halloween morning for the Hudson Valley Gateway Chamber's 1st Nonprofit Bootcamp! It will be a fun event as we share some tricks and treats abou...t growing your nonprofit and engaging your board! Be sure to register! https://www.hvgatewaychamber.com//non-profit-boot-camp-9199 See more