Running a membership nonprofit with no staff can be both rewarding and challenging. Without staff, the responsibility for financial management rests heavily on board members, volunteers, or other designated individuals. This article explores the importance of financial internal controls and offers practical recommendations tailored to your unique organizational setup.
Nonprofit organizations depend on strong leadership to carry out their mission and achieve long-term success. The offices of president, vice-president, treasurer, and secretary form the backbone of a nonprofit's governance structure, ensuring smooth operations and accountability. As a consultant, I have worked with countless nonprofits, and one thing is clear: adhering to best practices in term limits and board membership is vital.
In the high-pressure world of search and rescue (SAR), where every moment counts and lives are at stake, the need for specialized support and training cannot be overstated. Dr. Mark Smutny, President of Civic Reinventions, Inc., is proud to announce a focused consulting specialization dedicated to empowering SAR organizations through trauma-informed strategies, conflict resolution, and organizational development.
When search and rescue teams respond to missions, especially those involving the recovery of human remains, their work is deeply impactful yet emotionally taxing. Balancing operational learning with emotional support is essential to sustain a team's resilience and effectiveness. That's where Liberating Structures come in—a toolkit of facilitation methods that empowers teams to process experiences collaboratively and constructively.
Search and rescue (SAR) missions are among the most demanding and high-stress environments. SAR professionals and trainees face psychological triggers that can overwhelm even the most experienced individuals. Identifying these triggers and learning how to appropriately manage one’s responses is critical not only for the success of the mission but also for the well-being of the responders themselves.
Introduction Remember when you finished a meeting and were energized, not only by the decisions made, but by the meeting itself? Remember a time when issues were unresolved but you…