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The Clinton Foundation needs to return a LOT of donations…

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To me, this raises two questions. First as executive Director doing this, would there have to be a vote by the board backing up his action, or would that be considered an executive decision? Should the publicity of such an incident, be minimized, or considered as inner works of an organization run by a board, and just not speak of it, and move on?

It took me a full hour watching this while taking notes and contemplating. Thanks!

So, if you and a couple of your friends and family decide to start a nonprofit, elect yourselves as the board of directors/ED, as all unpaid staff, is that conflict of interest? It seems like that should be something you're allowed to do.

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Fundraising is just another kind of selling. The donor is being sold that what the organization does has a significant positive impact on something the donor cares about and that it is worth their attention and gifts. Saying that a staff fundraiser shouldn't be paid commissions based on the gifts they bring in unless the entire rest of the staff is paid something, too, is akin to saying that a salesman at a for-profit company shouldn't be paid commissions unless the rest of the staff get commissions, too. To me, neither makes sense. What you and most others that are in this field do not understand, I think, is that a staff fundraiser (that is experienced, well-versed on the organization, and knows how to handle donors well) being paid commission makes perfect sense. That commissioned staff fundraiser is going to bring in funds that the organization wouldn't've otherwise received because he/she is going to work harder at it because his/her check depends upon it, not only because they believe in the organization. And, that person is going to handle the donors correctly and well because they'll likely be calling them back again next year either for a subscription, membership, program, and/or another (hopefully increased) gift. This person is paid according to results, not just for trying. Also, if various donor benefits are offered at varying levels of giving, there will be many potential donors that are truly more interested in those incentives than many of the things that the organization does (some of them may be solely interested in the donor benefits). This is where a salesman/fundraiser is going to bring gifts that someone else working in development probably wouldn't...because it's more transactional than emotional. A fundraiser that can read this type of donor and knows when to shift gears has a much better chance of convincing this type of donor to give. Development isn't generally into this kind of thing, in my experience. Most of this money would most likely otherwise be left on the table--money that the organization could've had to further its programs/goals. Paying a commission to a staff fundraiser that knows how to bring this additional money not only makes sense, but is what all organizations should do. The development department's total salaries (and benefits and all other payroll-related expenses) are a percentage of the total funds they raise. What percentage is too high there? What about a contracted professional fundraiser that is charging a flat rate? That flat rate is a percentage of the total funds they raise, too--what percentage is too high? Point is that you're paying for fundraising no matter how you want to look at it. And, the amount you pay is a percentage of the funds raised. I say that the salaried folks are getting the easy/guaranteed big money and the emotionally motivated donors' money, while the commission paid staff fundraiser is getting the harder money that most likely wouldn't've been gotten at all otherwise. And, donors are not oblivious to the fact that it takes money to raise money--they know the person contacting them is paid. I would say that any that would have a problem with the fundraiser being paid a commission needs to consider the fact that they had to be pursued to make their donation. If there were enough donors calling the organization asking how much is needed and where to send a check, then someone like that would not be needed. Something else I just thought of...an established development department that is cultivating and maintaining larger donors generally isn't going to be able to handle a lot of lower level donors--the return just isn't worth the time/effort. Pay someone a commission to call them and increase their gifts and see what happens. You'd be surprised. And, there is absolutely nothing ethically wrong with any of it.

Thank you so much Amber! I was specifically looking for the answer to #3. I am in the process of founding a non-profit and hoping to make it my full-time career as well. It feels really weird to right off the bat found an organization, recruit board members, then immediately relinquish control of the organization to that board so that I can feed my family. How do most founders go about this? Do they sit on the board and volunteer their time until the organization is shaped and stable then step of the board so that they can be hired by the board of directors to fulfill the role of Executive Director?

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This was thorough and helpful question? can you speak about having a nonprofit that was defunct and now you want to include that regarding new information? So it can be known that, even though you change names, you did have a not for profit in the past giving you somewhat of a history instead of the investor thinking that you're new.

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Do you have any resources that explain what financial responsibilities have v. a board treasurer?

I'm a supply chain planning analyst. INTP is well suited but it's better to lean more towards the IT/ technology side rather than people-heavy jobs, which a lot of supply chain jobs are. Project management is also a people-heavy job. A more gregarious/ outgoing INTP would be great in it though you have to develop systems for follow-through and also make sure you are a communicator. INTPs can garble things when we explain them and you don't want to be on the receiving end of "I thought you said to do X."

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Hey Amber! What if you're organization is brand new and doesn't have a history yet? These are the types of questions that bring me so much anxiety.. I am ready to fight for those i want to serve which is those who struggle with mental illness and our goal is to teach them healthy coping mechanisms. There isn't much research on what we're attempting to accomplish yet.

Budget Planning: Assess financial statements. Understand expenses and income. Project expenses into the next year. Develop a fundraising strategy to cover costs. Fundraising Strategy: Evaluate past fundraising efforts. Identify successful fundraising mechanisms. Brainstorm fundraising prospects for the next year. Create a timeline for fundraising activities. Programming and Program Evaluation: Measure program impact through data collection. Analyze results and identify areas for improvement. Integrate program evaluation into budget and planning processes. Board of Directors Development: Conduct board assessments to measure skills, engagement, and contributions. Identify gaps and set goals for board development. Provide necessary training and support for board members. Strategic Planning: Conduct a SWOT analysis to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Prioritize goals based on the SWOT analysis. Develop a timeline and resource plan for achieving goals. Assign responsibilities to team members. Create a strategic plan to guide organizational growth.

Just agreed to be on a local non-profit (-the elementary school building where I taught was sold) and new owner wants to meet more community-type needs. Any advice? Your video was informative-thank you!

Hi, I live in an area where they're in need of School materials, medicals, food, clothing & water. So I started helping some of them with the little I have, but I need to register an NGO company before I can continue, how can I do that? I live in Northern Nigeria.

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Thank you very much for the video. Am in Malawi, recently I went to one of the districts in Malawi called Nsanje along the cost of Mozambique. Am telling you people are struggling with hunger, I met a number of families going to bed without food. Thanks for the information, but if there are any organizations that can help please do so.

I went to people in my hometown, can you help me with that

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Thank you for a great video with many valuable advice!! I am starting an organization in my home country to engage youth in the important issue of AMR - antimicrobial resistance. Now I am ready :)

Hello dear, how are you doing,l am really happy to hear from you for that good heart of helping People,l am from Uganda l also kindly request for your help to My orphanage in terms of school fees, food, clothes and shelter.

I love this! This is so helpful. I am applying to be an ED, with little ED experience but a lot of experience being on a board member of two different non-profits. These videos really helped me grow more understanding of this amazing and impactful career.

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I'm a volunteer at a school in Belize Central America and they are in need of a playground any suggestions?

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This is wonderful as a non-profit founder helping orphans and vulnerable children by feeding, student sponsorship, health, and mentorship in Kenya Africa

Ahh... maybe a self-fulfilling prophecy. (Founder "To" Fulltime) living? Like you say, you'll always be a founder. Very interesting. And excellent congratulations again on this season of your life journey! Thanks Amber for all you do, James, Kitties & Rescue Dog

Thank you so much for this information. The funny thing is I actually knew all this information without realising it, but your video has helped solidify it. I am grateful for your help, time and effort with this. I would like to start an advocacy service for people in mental health crisis. They do exist and I am slightly concerned about fighting for the same revenue stream. Any help, advice or even support that you or anyone can offer would be greatly appreciated and accepted. Thanks in advance ❤️

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I am just starting a NP with the plan of tapping out as soon as I can get it up and running. Good for you Mel!