An east coast non-profit received a $50,000 strategic planning gift from a corporate donor. A west coast non-profit consulting firm was selected to provide the services. The initial report of the consulting firm was anything but encouraging; they found board members had not provided proper oversight, a former executive director had embezzled funds, policies and procedures were not in writing and/or could not be located, members of the community were not clear of the mission of the organization, and the current executive director was not certified. What was intended to be a good project has now become front page news. Oops!
This organization could have prevented this mess by ensuring they comply with all regulations, and by implementing superior policies within their organization. Our Certification Course allows non-profits to do just that. Do you know if your non-profit is complying with all regulations? Avoid situations like this one by signing up for our Certification Course today, and demonstrate your commitment to excellence!
Friday, February 29, 2008
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
The Non-Profit Sector: Incredible Potential
More and more folks are talking about the incredible potential of the non-profit sector. Non-profits are in a great position to help bring about positive change on any number of issues. That is not particularly true for the public or private sector. The government can be so mired in politics and distrust that little is accomplished. For-profit companies tend to avoid social change issues because they are, in general, less profitable. So, that leaves the non-profit sector in an incredible position to really make powerful, positive social changes.
In addition, the non-profit sector is increasingly appealing from a career perspective. Quality of life is just one powerful benefit, along with the ability to really be proud of the cause toward which the organization is working. Interestingly, the growth of the non-profit sector and the aging of the current population means that literally hundreds of thousands of rewarding job openings can be expected in the near future.
Here at The Center, we understand the incredible potential of the non-profit sector. We're dedicated to helping organizations comply with the increasingly strict government regulations, while achieving and demonstrating excellence in operations. Our Certification allows organizations to tout their accomplishments, making them more appealing to prospective employees and the general public alike.
In addition, the non-profit sector is increasingly appealing from a career perspective. Quality of life is just one powerful benefit, along with the ability to really be proud of the cause toward which the organization is working. Interestingly, the growth of the non-profit sector and the aging of the current population means that literally hundreds of thousands of rewarding job openings can be expected in the near future.
Here at The Center, we understand the incredible potential of the non-profit sector. We're dedicated to helping organizations comply with the increasingly strict government regulations, while achieving and demonstrating excellence in operations. Our Certification allows organizations to tout their accomplishments, making them more appealing to prospective employees and the general public alike.
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
What a Scandal!
If any of you were watching CBS Evening News last night, you probably remember the story about the attorneys who kept Fen Phen settlement money from their clients, formed a non-profit to pay themselves -- and the Judge -- salaries for many years, and even purchased a professional, and well known, race horse. Unbelievable! You can read more about it yourself here: http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/02/18/eveningnews/main3842859.shtml?source=RSSattr=HOME_3842859
This is one of the only examples in recent memory that involves all three sectors -- public, private, and non-profit. And, unfortunately, the non-profit sector was abused terribly so that a few individuals could pay themselves money that was not theirs.
What the news story did not mention was the outcome of the non-profit organization, and the harm it did to the non-profit sector as a whole. Scandals like these lead to increased scrutiny and stricter regulations for all non-profits. Here at The Center, we strongly believe that non-profits have incredible potential to bring about positive, powerful social changes. We work hard to help non-profits that are committed to excellence achieve and demonstrate that commitment, so they can distinguish themselves from scandals like this one and show the public that so many non-profits are focused on important and very respectable causes.
This is one of the only examples in recent memory that involves all three sectors -- public, private, and non-profit. And, unfortunately, the non-profit sector was abused terribly so that a few individuals could pay themselves money that was not theirs.
What the news story did not mention was the outcome of the non-profit organization, and the harm it did to the non-profit sector as a whole. Scandals like these lead to increased scrutiny and stricter regulations for all non-profits. Here at The Center, we strongly believe that non-profits have incredible potential to bring about positive, powerful social changes. We work hard to help non-profits that are committed to excellence achieve and demonstrate that commitment, so they can distinguish themselves from scandals like this one and show the public that so many non-profits are focused on important and very respectable causes.
Friday, February 15, 2008
Compliance...
Business Week published this article a few years ago that is very relevant to the mission of The Center for Governance, Ethics, and Accountability. Essentially, it talks about the increasing scrutiny being placed on the Non-Profit Sector, and the growing number of state governments that have taken, or are taking, action to create and enforce stricter regulations and requirements for non-profit entities. In addition, the Federal Government is taking actions now to move forward with new, stricter requirements for non-profit organizations.
Many non-profit organizations do not even comply with existing regulations and requirements. In fact, many non-profits don't even know there are regulations with which they must comply. The increased scrutiny is making compliance even more critical today, while the stricter regulations make that compliance even more challenging. Our Certification Course is designed to help organizations make sure they comply with existing and forthcoming regulations and requirements. It also allows organizations to demonstrate their commitment to excellence.
If you haven't already, take a few minutes to learn more about our Certification Course. It is affordable and easy to use.
If your organization doesn't comply, there could most certainly be negative consequences; so, save yourself the trouble and make sure you exceed existing and forthcoming regulations by signing up today. You'll be glad you did.
Many non-profit organizations do not even comply with existing regulations and requirements. In fact, many non-profits don't even know there are regulations with which they must comply. The increased scrutiny is making compliance even more critical today, while the stricter regulations make that compliance even more challenging. Our Certification Course is designed to help organizations make sure they comply with existing and forthcoming regulations and requirements. It also allows organizations to demonstrate their commitment to excellence.
If you haven't already, take a few minutes to learn more about our Certification Course. It is affordable and easy to use.
If your organization doesn't comply, there could most certainly be negative consequences; so, save yourself the trouble and make sure you exceed existing and forthcoming regulations by signing up today. You'll be glad you did.
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