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Read about State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds: Nonprofit Projects through December 31, 2023

State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds: Nonprofit Projects through December 31, 2023

Data made available by Treasury show how governments have used SLFRF, including information on projects that mention charitable nonprofits, through December 31, 2023.

Military Spouses: Untapped Talent for Nonprofit Employers?

Many nonprofits are still struggling to recruit talent for open positions. Some may be interested in the MSFP program, which matches military spouses with employers for a 12-week paid fellowship.

Previewing the Forthcoming Report on the Continuing Nonprofit Workforce Shortage Crisis

We’ll soon be releasing the data from the recent Nonprofit Workforce Survey. The short answer: the workforce shortage is still a big issue for nonprofits.

Pandemic Relief Is Ending, and What It Means to Nonprofits and Foundations

NCN’s President & CEO Tim Delaney analyzes the pressures that will be added to nonprofits once pandemic relief, already phasing out, is terminated in all areas.

New Data and Resources on Volunteers

Nonprofits that rely on volunteers may find new reports on volunteering to be of interest.

Where Should My Nonprofit Keep Its Operating Cash?

Nonprofits likely want cash reserves to be held risk-free and “liquid." Most bank and credit union deposits are insured to an extent, but what are the limits and what can be done to minimize risk?

Common Sense Warns Nonprofits to Get Prepared

Tim Delaney, NCN's President & CEO, examines what a perilously divided Congress might mean for nonprofits, ways to prepare for looming economic threats, and where opportunities remain.

5 Ways to Simplify Your Data Practices So You Can Focus on Your Mission

Kenzie Strong of ResultsLab shares ways to simplify, streamline, and document your data collection practices – and make sure they’re aligned with your mission.