Many small nonprofit organizations are operated with a limited management team. Some rely solely on part-time employees or exclusively volunteer staffing to handle day-to-day operations. It’s not uncommon for the Board of Directors to act as management, too. The dedication of the team members in each of these roles is obvious, since working in the corporate world is nearly always a much more lucrative endeavor. But not everyone who works in a nonprofit has the background and education to recognize the unique requirements of running a nonprofit organization. Resources are plentiful but often the sheer volume of publications and websites available to study on these topics can overwhelm the most dedicated and experienced person on the team without a little professional guidance.

Situations like this can create a plethora of challenges, especially when some or all of the organization’s Board are not confident in their understanding of the legal and fiduciary responsibilities entailed their service to a nonprofit organization. Nonprofits, such as registered 501(c)3 organizations, function under a different set of rules and expectations. Board members, staff, and volunteers can all benefit from additional training and guided study, and Dakota Yankee Research can help your organization find the best resources to prioritize your team’s continued development.