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Board members don't need to be finance experts — but they do need to understand their fiduciary role. A practical roadmap for onboarding, monthly financial reviews, and fundraising training, informed by data showing 41% of nonprofits struggle here.

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, this post spotlights ten Kindful customers doing impactful work in mental health advocacy — from youth counseling and veteran support to first responder wellness and community recovery. Each nonprofit's mission, location, and ways to donate or volunteer are highlighted.

Five creative ways to recognize donors online — social spotlights, live-streamed appreciation events, newsletter features, and personalized outreach — backed by Bloomerang data showing personal contact drove major revenue gains.

In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, this post spotlights eleven Kindful customers working to eliminate sexual violence and support survivors across the country. Each organization's mission, headquarters, and ways to donate, volunteer, or get involved are listed alongside resources on sharing difficult stories respectfully.

Diversifying nonprofit boards is no longer optional — it requires proactive effort and a willingness to sit with discomfort. This post outlines five practical ways boards can begin building more inclusive, racially equitable membership, drawing on proven strategies for governance transformation and culture change.

This Black History Month spotlight highlights eight Kindful customers whose missions span racial justice, technology access, overlooked history, and mental health advocacy. Each organization's mission, areas of impact, and ways to donate or get involved are featured alongside diversity, equity, and inclusion resources for nonprofits.

Effective nonprofit leadership in 2021 requires intentional effort from executive directors, board members, and senior staff to build resilient, high-performing teams after a turbulent year. This post outlines four best practices from the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance to help leaders strengthen their organizations and set their teams up for long-term success.

This regularly updated resource hub compiles guides, tools, and examples to help nonprofits navigate fundraising, communications, and operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. It covers virtual fundraising ideas, virtual event tips, email communication trends, support for nonprofit professionals, and ways to support coronavirus relief efforts.

When the COVID-19 pandemic threatened the restaurant industry, Kindful customer Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE) found itself at the center of a national moment — and in the spotlight after a mention by Jimmy Kimmel. This case study explores how CORE’s executive director navigated the crisis, generated major press coverage, and leveraged corporate partnerships to raise critical funds.