November 2024

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10 Reasons to Engage in Strategic Planning

A thoughtfully developed strategic plan is not only essential for growth but it’s a critical alignment tool for your team. Download Sheer Strategy's article including ten reasons why non-profits should prioritize engaging in strategic planning plus two hand tools to simplify the process.

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Sheer Strategy Principals,

Maddy Schiering & Matt Schiering


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What do Funders Think of AI Generated Proposals?

Back in July I wrote an article about how AI can help you write grants. Truthfully, I hadn't really considered funders' thoughts on using AI in proposals, but Candid has, and they included two questions about generative AI as part of their annual survey of foundation giving trends. Results discussed in their blog suggest that much is to be determined about the use of generative AI for grant applications, but notably, many funders recognize that making the application process easier may help contribute to a more equitable social sector.

Forbes calls the Nonprofit Leadership Pipeline a Crisis

Forbes Nonprofit Council member Nick Lynch says the nonprofit sector "faces a growing leadership deficit that threatens its ability to deliver on its mission." The article discusses some of the barriers to and the urgent need for improved recruitment and retention. However, the strategies suggested take resources. For nonprofits to truly prioritize their leadership pipeline, they'll need to allocate both funding and time to developing leadership.



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