By serving in leadership positions for nonprofits I’ve gained valuable perspective and made business contacts that have changed the path of my life and career. There is no question that …
NEW welcomes John Trierweiler and Aparna Raman Board of Trustees
NEW is excited to announce that John Trierweiler, Chief Marketing Officer at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business and Aparna Raman, Insights and Innovation Manager at General Motors Corporation have …
Give the Devil’s Advocate His Due (a Muzzle)
By: Theresa Reid, PhD, Principal Do you have someone on your staff or board who has appointed himself (or herself – it’s an equal-opportunity position) the resident “Devil’s Advocate”? He has …
NEW welcomes Edward V. Marshall to Board of Trustees
NEW is excited to announce that Edward V. Marshall, Vice President at Credit Suisse, will join the NEW Board of Trustees. “Edward brings a wealth of knowledge to our organization,” said …
How To Investigate A Charity
Before supporting a cause, even a good one, it’s important to do your research first. We’ve compiled a few leads to assist you in your investigation. Getting Started The Reynolds Center …
NEW and ZingTrain to launch the “Leadership DELI ‐ Develop, Elevate, Launch, Innovate” this October
NEW and ZingTrain, Zingerman’s training business, are excited to announce the launch of the “Leadership DELI ‐ Develop, Elevate, Launch, Innovate” this October. This leadership cohort will serve 15 nonprofits …
10 Tips for Staying Sane About Fundraising and Your Board
1. Let go of any written or unwritten rules you may have about the “right” way for board members to participate in fundraising. 2. Above all, let go of the …
What Does It All Mean? IRS Changes Application Process for Small Start-up Nonprofits
By: Diana Kern, NEW’s Vice President of Programs The new streamlined application process for becoming a 501(c)(3) might help nonprofit startups — at least small ones — get off the …
How Important is Culture to Your Nonprofit Board?
By: Diana Kern, NEW’s Vice President of Programs Nonprofit boards are groups. All groups have cultures. The best and most productive groups have cultures that foster inclusiveness, accountability to each …
A Few Good Reasons to Support PEG Access
Written by: Greg McDonald, CTN Manager There are over 3,000 Public, Educational and Government (PEG) access centers in the United States. If you reside within the greater Washtenaw County area, Community …