Nonprofit Utopia is the ideal community for emerging nonprofit leaders who want to take their organizations to the next level. We have created a safe environment in which our members can innovate, speak candidly about the issues and concerns they face on a daily basis, and share ideas and resources. We do this through consulting, coaching, courses and and online community. We also have an online store so you can purchase additional tools you need along your leadership journey.
In preparation for the inevitable transfer of leadership from Baby Boomers to Millennials , we are being intentional about creating an environment within which more experienced leaders and emerging leaders can share knowledge and lessons learned that will elevate the discourse in the nonprofit sector in general, while helping you to strengthen your organization in particular.
Every month, we focus on a specific topic of interest with learning objectives and content that will help our members meet the learning objectives. We have developed a content calendar with specific activities and assignments, assessment tools, videos, discussions and other resources. Members who are able to document the fact that they have completed all assignments and participated in the activities will receive a certificate of completion from Nonprofit Utopia.
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How to Develop a Case for Support and Fundraising Plan, by Nonprofit Utopia

How Long Before Your Nonprofit Runs Out Of Cash?, by Nonprofit Utopia

How to Develop A Business Model for Your Social Enterprise, by Nonprofit Utopia

Making Sense of Program Logic Models, by Nonprofit Utopia

Making the Most of Your Volunteer Management Program Session 2: Recruitment and Supervision, by Nonprofit Utopia

Understanding the Legal Implications of the Redistricting Process, by Nonprofit Utopia

How to Use the Media to Effect Systems Change, by Nonprofit Utopia

“Perfect Pitch”: How to Sell Investors and Lenders On Your Business Idea, by Nonprofit Utopia

Census-Policy Advocacy, by Nonprofit Utopia

Lifetime Learning for Your Nonprofit, by Nonprofit Utopia

Navigating Census.gov, by Nonprofit Utopia

Countdown to #GivingTuesday, by Nonprofit Utopia

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Panel Discussion- Building Teams and Maintaining Productivity, by Nonprofit Utopia

Understanding the Federal Grant Funding Lifecycle, by Nonprofit Utopia

Making Your Capacity Assessments Work For You, by Nonprofit Utopia

Using Community Networks to Articulate the Community’s Broadband Vision, by Nonprofit Utopia

How to Develop A Nonprofit Marketing and Communications Plan, by Nonprofit Utopia

Effecting Change Through Policy Advocacy Session 3, by Nonprofit Utopia

How to Develop A Sustainability Blueprint for Your Nonprofit, by Nonprofit Utopia

How to Develop Your Mission, Vision and Core Values Statements, by Nonprofit Utopia

Strategies for Writing Winning Federal Grant Proposals, by Nonprofit Utopia

How to Conduct A Technology Needs Assessment for Your Nonprofit, by Nonprofit Utopia

Succession Planning for Nonprofits, by Nonprofit Utopia

How to Integrate Social Enterprise With Your Nonprofit, by Nonprofit Utopia

Leadership Succession Planning for Nonprofits, by Nonprofit Utopia

Using Data to Demonstrate Impact, by Nonprofit Utopia

13 Reasons the IRS Says “No”, by Nonprofit Utopia

Census-Defining Your Service Area and Your Target, by Nonprofit Utopia

Developing A Collective Impact Model for COVID-19, by Nonprofit Utopia

How to Write a Compelling Case for Support, by Nonprofit Utopia

Nonprofit Board Development Basics, by Nonprofit Utopia

6 Steps to Writing A Better Funding Proposal, by Nonprofit Utopia

HOW WILL THE BIDEN COVID-19 PLAN IMPACT OUR COMMUNITIES AND NONPROFITS?, by Nonprofit Utopia

Playing to Win-How To Start A Nonprofit Organization…And Get It Right The First Time, by Nonprofit Utopia

Case Study: How Kabod House Uses Transparency to Increase Fundraising, by Nonprofit Utopia

30-Day Compliance Challenge Session 2: The Role of the IRS, by Nonprofit Utopia

Philanthropy 101 for Small Shops: How to Create a Culture of Philanthropy in Your Organization, by Nonprofit Utopia

Panel Discussion-Online Security and Disaster Recovery, by Nonprofit Utopia

Census-Strategic Planning, by Nonprofit Utopia

23 Questions You Need To Answer Before Starting A Nonprofit Organization, by Nonprofit Utopia

How to Develop a Theory of Change, by Nonprofit Utopia

Resources to Grow Your Social Enterprise, by Nonprofit Utopia

Registering to Apply for Federal Grants, by Nonprofit Utopia

Earth, Wind and Fire and Community: EWF Co-Founder Verdine White Talks Career and Paying It Forward, by Nonprofit Utopia

30-Day Compliance Challenge Session 3: The Roles of the Attorney General and the Department of Reven, by Nonprofit Utopia

Community Needs Assessment, by Nonprofit Utopia

Using Performance Management to Maximize Impact, by Nonprofit Utopia

What Kind of Leader Are You, Really? Practical Tools to Assess Your Leadership Style, by Nonprofit Utopia

#GivingTuesday Last Minute Tips, by Nonprofit Utopia

Where Do We Go From Here? Using A Visioning Canvas to Pivot Your Nonprofit, by Nonprofit Utopia

Block Club University and Beyond, by Nonprofit Utopia

Who Cares? How to Conduct A Nonprofit Stakeholder Analysis, by Nonprofit Utopia

How to Start A Nonprofit Organization, by Nonprofit Utopia

How to Start A Social Enterprise, by Nonprofit Utopia

Cutting Through the Noise: Using SEO, by Nonprofit Utopia

A Three-Pronged Approach to Fighting COVID-19 At the Community Level, by Nonprofit Utopia

Your First 100 Days As A Nonprofit Executive Director, by Nonprofit Utopia

How to Develop SMART Goals and Objectives and Key Performance Indicators, by Nonprofit Utopia

The Roles Of The Organization, Community, Foundation and GuideStar in Nonprofit Compliance, by Nonprofit Utopia

Planned Giving for Nonprofits Video 1, by Nonprofit Utopia

How to Develop A One-Page Strategic Plan, by Nonprofit Utopia

Using Program Logic Models for Outcome Measurement and Evaluation, by Nonprofit Utopia

Using Technology to Develop A Theory of Change, by Nonprofit Utopia

Action Planning for Nonprofits’ New Normal, by Nonprofit Utopia

Gathering Intelligence and Mapping Out a Strategy, by Nonprofit Utopia

If Your Form 990 Could Talk, by Nonprofit Utopia

Finding Your Way Around Grants.gov, by Nonprofit Utopia

How to Create A Technology Plan for Your Nonprofit, by Nonprofit Utopia

Year End Compliance for Nonprofits, by Nonprofit Utopia

The Forms Nonprofits Forget to File, by Nonprofit Utopia

Using the Balanced Score Card for Strategic Nonprofit Management, by Nonprofit Utopia

How to Formulate A Value Proposition for Your Social Enterprise, by Nonprofit Utopia

Learn to Create A Workspace On Grants.gov, by Nonprofit Utopia

Developing Community Dashboards, by Nonprofit Utopia

The Accidental Pandemic Garden, by Nonprofit Utopia

The Roles of the IRS In Nonprofit Compliance, by Nonprofit Utopia

Interstate Converse Session 4, by Nonprofit Utopia

Panel Discussion: How Investors and Lenders Make Funding Decisions, by Nonprofit Utopia

Year End Checklist, by Nonprofit Utopia

Major Phases of Nonprofit Collaboration, by Nonprofit Utopia

A Living Testimony of Resilience, by Nonprofit Utopia

Census-Business Planning, by Nonprofit Utopia

100 Days and Counting, by Nonprofit Utopia

Panel Discussion: Lessons Learned From Social Entrepreneurs, by Nonprofit Utopia

Own Your Narrative: The Power of Storytelling, by Nonprofit Utopia

A Theory of Change for COVID-19 Outreach, by Nonprofit Utopia

Tapping into Community Networks For Remote Learning, Connectivity and Support, by Nonprofit Utopia

Coronavirus is Here. How Do I Run My Nonprofit?, by Nonprofit Utopia

Leveraging Elementary Education Networks for Safe, Effective Learning, by Nonprofit Utopia

Using Community Networks to Maintain Environmental Sustainability, by Nonprofit Utopia

The Seven Recruiting Principles of Highly Effective Nonprofit Boards, by Nonprofit Utopia

Resilience Starts in the House, by Nonprofit Utopia

Interstate Converse Session 3, by Nonprofit Utopia

The Rules of Engagement Understanding the Redistricting Process, by Nonprofit Utopia

Content Marketing As Strategy, by Nonprofit Utopia

Follow Up: “What Happens After COVID-19?”, by Nonprofit Utopia

Evaluation Planning For Nonprofits, by Nonprofit Utopia

Course Intro: Lasting Impact Building Sustainable Organizations, by Nonprofit Utopia
