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The economy will continue to be the No. 1 issue nonprofit leaders must contend with for the rest of 2023, as many experts warn of a potential recession or at least an economic slowdown. While estimates on timing and severity vary, even a mild recessionary environment can create significant funding challenges.

Given the high percentage of donations that come from individuals and households — about 70% according to the National Philanthropic Trust and Giving USA — it will be difficult to sustain stable donation levels. That’s especially true as donors face recession-induced job and income losses. Additionally, the availability and dollar amount of government grants can hinge on fiscal policy. And thus, grant award amounts tend to be less on average during a recession.

The best approach to weathering economic uncertainty is to plan, anticipate challenges, and take steps wherever possible to build resilience. Here are actions nonprofit leaders should take now.

As you think about planning for new or expanded programs/services, build on your organization’s strengths. An uncertain economic environment is likely not the best time to introduce new offerings that require a different business model from your existing operations, hiring new types of staff with different skill sets or investing in new equipment.

Identify where you already have the greatest impact and most efficiency in your existing operations and find ways to do more. This will help you expand your impact while driving efficiency and staying lean.

One of the hard realities of a recession is that employees and volunteers often take on new roles and responsibilities within the organization to ensure all bases are covered. These expanded roles can come with expanded risk, as individuals might be spread thin, working quickly or jumping in without training. From accounting to heavy lifting, it’s important to prioritize job skills and safety training to protect your people and the organization.

If your typical donor pool starts drying up, try recruiting donors who need to pause or reduce their financial contributions to be volunteers. Some might have more free time to give, depending on their employment status. If your organization has staffing gaps, there could be opportunities to help fill interim needs. This approach also serves to keep donors active and engaged until they can resume their fiscal support.

There might be opportunities to create new revenue streams and help alleviate losses in funding from donors or grants. This will look different for distinct types of nonprofits. Depending on business models and areas of focus, an efficient approach often will be to take a service you already provide and offer it as a paid service to a new audience or at a subsidized cost to your current constituents.

For example, a daycare providing free services could offer services at a subsidized cost that is less than the for-profit competition. Or in the same spirit as building on your strengths, look for adjacent services that could be offered as an add-on paid service alongside free services. These types of adjustments, even if temporary, can help sustain organizations through tough times.

Marketing is one area where you have an opportunity to bring in donors as volunteers to help develop strategies and execute on tactics. There are grassroots, low-cost marketing strategies for nonprofits that stand the test of time and demonstrate the importance of the work.

Using testimonials is one of the most powerful ways to make the connection between donations and their impact. Even better, most people already have the single piece of equipment needed to capture testimonials: a smartphone. In the era of the front-facing camera, you aren’t required to have perfect footage or fancy editing. Just give people the opportunity to share how your organization has made their lives better (and keep release forms handy).

There are free tools out there that can help with other aspects of marketing, such as templates to create simple graphics. Even if your budget doesn’t allow for paid advertising, you can continue getting your message out across digital channels such as your website, social media or even a podcast — which also gives your donors and volunteers another way to support the organization by sharing your content.

While it’s entirely likely you never take your efficiency hat off, now is a good time to turn an even sharper eye to your operations. Review the goods and services you buy or rent from third-party vendors, then shop around to ensure you’re getting the best value. Look for creative ways to reduce or eliminate expenses.

Reach out to your contacts across the nonprofit world. It’s always a good idea to check in on each other in stressful times, and you might be able to trade ideas or spark new inspiration.

There are also some positive things to keep in mind as you move forward. Job market tensions should ease soon, and as the market becomes more competitive, it should have a positive impact on recruitment and retention. Prices for third-party goods and services have started to decline as inflation flattens and begins to decline. In a recessionary environment, general demand for those goods and services will also decrease.

With careful planning and preparation, nonprofit leaders can put their organizations in the best possible position to navigate these changes and continue making a positive impact.

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CABVI invites the community to Fun Fest '23, a free and accessible event benefiting our mission of empowering people who are blind or visually impaired with opportunities to seek independence. Saturday, June 10^th, noon-4:00pm, Washington Park featuring a cornhole tournament, a live DJ set, beep baseball, carnival games, and food. 

The Auxiliary of Bethesda Hospital granted $135,000 to benefit programs at Bethesda North Hospital, Bethesda Butler Hospital, and the TriHealth Pavilion. This funding will improve patient care in the Bethesda Butler Emergency and ICU departments, Bethesda North Labor and Delivery, Imaging, and Rehabilitation areas, as well as support for low-income recipients of care at the OB/GYN Center and the TriHealth Cancer Institute.

The Victorian at Riverside provides assisted living and memory care for the elderly in a historic home in Covington KY. This program was made possible through the generous support of the SC Ministry Foundation.

After a successful capital campaign raising more than 19 million dollars, Springer broke ground on May 18 on a 24,000-square-foot addition to their school building. The new space will provide additional classrooms, rooms for diagnostics and tutoring, and professional learning areas.

The Warren County Foundation is now partnering with 19 Services, Inc in Lebanon to provide grant writing support for non-profit organizations making an impact in Warren County.

The 6th annual Cincinnati Festival of Faiths is recognizing four prominent religious leaders as honorary festival co-chairs. Hindu priest Acharya Kailash Sharma, Muslim American community leader Shakila T. Ahmad, Jewish Professor and Rabbi Gary P. Zola, PhD, and Roman Catholic Archbishop Dennis M. Schnurr of the Christian tradition will represent four of our community's major religions.

Family Nurturing Center is grateful to the Elsa Heisel Sule Foundation for a grant of $7,500 in support of Kids on the Block Child Abuse Prevention Program.

Center for Addiction Treatment (CAT) received a donation of nearly $3,400 from the 8th grade class of Immaculate Heart of Mary School thanks to Magnified Giving and the compassion of three students dedicated to making recovery within reach for all who seek it. This gift will grant CAT the ability to provide clients with graduation ceremonies as they complete their recovery programming, while also funding motivational inpatient social and holiday events for residential clients. To watch or read Spectrum News One's recent coverage of the story, click here.

Join Green Umbrella and sustainability leaders from across the region for our June Green Drinks happy hour at Rhinegeist Brewery, June 15, 5:00pm – 7:00pm. Invite your colleagues, friends, and family to an informal evening of networking as the brewery celebrates its 10th anniversary.

Join the World Affairs Council of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky on June 10 to meet an international group from Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico, and Paraguay travelling on the U.S. Department of State's premier exchange program, International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). Find more information here. 

2023 Southwest Ohio GiveCamp non-profit applications are now open. GiveCamp is a weekend-long event where software developers, designers, database administrators, project managers and creative professionals donate their time to create software and web-based applications for non-profit organizations. The first step is to fill out an Interest Form. Projects that are within the mission and scope of GiveCamp will receive a more detailed application.

The Warren County Environmental Forum, in collaboration with the Warren County Foundation, is focused on developing and growing conservation funding support for individuals and businesses. Grant proposals are being accepted by the Warren County Foundation that demonstrate a positive environmental change or a conservation minded practice.

Interact for Health recently opened its first-round of 2023 grant applications. The $2.6M in funding are directly tied to the foundation’s new strategic plan, which will prioritize mental health and well-being with a strong focus on youth mental health, investments in policy and systems change, and building community power. For more information about funding opportunities and Interact for Health’s new strategic plan, visit their website.

Bethany Legacy Foundation grant application portal is launched and ready to receive applications. Non-profit organizations who serve youth, adults, and seniors in need are encouraged to develop initiatives and to apply for grants that fall within their funding priorities. Information can be found on their website or email bethany@bethanylegacy.org.

The Franciscan Sisters of the Poor have excess building space available on their St. Clare Campus, 60 Compton Road. Space will be made available to interested and selected nonprofit organizations at rates significantly below market. For additional information, contact ca@franciscansistersofthepoor.org or (513) 761-9040, ext. 110. 

The Joe Burrow Foundation (JBF) has launched a new grant application program called “Do Good” grants and will consider requests of up to $50,000. Project proposals must support the JBF mission in new and innovative ways. The foundation is interested in supporting projects that develop new pathways for mental health protection and food insecurity that are sustainable and designed to have lasting impact. Eligibility requirements and applications can be found here.

Community Engagement Collective has launched the first Black Indigenous and People of Color Mental and Behavioral Health Provider Directory. The free directory is sponsored by Interact for Health. Click here to learn more about the directory and to download.  

So, you want to be a Supervisor? In this course from Mental Health America of NKY & SWOH (Blue Ash), you'll learn about building supervisory skills and implementing them prior to taking a supervisory position. You will learn about hard and soft skills needed as an employee, and how those skills shift when taking a supervisory position. June 8, 9:00am-noon. Find registration and additional information here.

WE NEED CASA VOLUNTEERS! (Court Appointed Special Advocates) There were over 150 children PARACHUTE: Butler County CASA could not serve due to the lack of CASA volunteers. CASA volunteers support children and families involved in the child welfare system and increase the well-being of the children in foster care. Training starts June 13th, apply now.

Volunteers are needed to host international high school STEM students from July 22 – 26 with the World Affairs Council of Cincinnati and NKY. These students come from Kosovo, Montenegro, Albania (& more) and are focusing on building understanding of careers in tech fields and relationships with incredible local companies in the region. Learn more by contacting Emily Rose, International Programs Lead, erose@cincyworldaffairs.org.

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Executive Director, SAFE on Main (Posted 5/25/2023) The person in this role must have proven leadership experience and knowledge in the field of social services or related professional field.  The purpose of this role is to provide thoughtful executive leadership and oversight of SAFE on Main under the guidance and governance of the Board of Trustees, with the purpose of executing strategic goals and objectives while ensuring that the vision, mission, and core values are upheld and exemplified through all aspects of the organization. Learn more…

Attorney, ProKids (Posted 5/25/2023) ProKids is seeking a full-time and a part-time attorney. The role includes responsibility for legal representation of ProKids as well as ongoing support and legal advice to CASA Managers/Guardians ad Litem and CASA Volunteers. These positions may be Staff Attorney or Senior Staff Attorney, depending upon legal experience with child protection. Eligible candidates must be licensed and in good standing in Ohio. Learn more…

Executive Director, The Chatfield Edge (Posted 5/25/2023) The ED will lead a new organization that supports first-generation and non-traditional students as they gain success in life through education. Building on the 177-year-old educational legacy of the Ursulines of Brown County, The Chatfield Edge offers education attainment support, scholarships, mentoring, and community outreach opportunities to students pursuing college, trade school, and certificate programs. Learn more…

Director of Development and Marketing, OneSource Center for Nonprofit Excellence (Posted 5/25/2023) The person in this role is responsible for philanthropic efforts, building relationships throughout the Greater Cincinnati community to provide substantial and sustainable support, while maintaining and growing the existing donor base. The Director is also responsible for marketing OneSource to the nonprofit community, increasing awareness of the resources available. Learn more…

Director, Community Solutions (Indianapolis) (Posted 5/25/2023) Strong candidates for this position will have a passion for equity and evaluative learning - supporting colleagues and clients with using data to co-create change in communities. They will also be an experienced project manager and trusted teammate. Learn more…

Labor Engagement Specialist, United Way of Greater Cincinnati (Posted 5/25/2023) The Labor Engagement Specialist will support United Way of Greater Cincinnati’s efforts to increase family economic well-being through systems change work by serving as a primary liaison for United Way in the labor movement and with the AFL-CIO. Learn more…

Manager of Development, Cincinnati Animal CARE (Posted 5/25/2023) Cincinnati Animal CARE (CAC) is the progressive and innovative Humane Society in contract with Hamilton County to deliver animal services. We enforce animal laws and prioritize public safety while striving to be a community resource providing education and support to the people and animals of Hamilton County. Learn more…

Grants Coordinator, Beech Acres Parenting Center (part-time) (Posted 5/25/2023) Beech Acres Parenting Center is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a part-time Grants Coordinator. This individual will be responsible for managing a robust grants program to achieve meaningful income for the organization. Learn more…

Philanthropy Manager, Scripps Howard Foundation (Posted 5/25/2023) The person in this role helps develop and execute creative and impactful consumer-facing philanthropic campaigns for a portfolio of Scripps markets. They will lead fundraising initiatives that support the Foundation’s strategic priorities such as the “If You Give a Child a Book…” childhood literacy campaign and community impact campaigns. This is a hybrid position located in Cincinnati, OH. Learn more…

Marketing & Communications Specialist, Cincinnati Bar Association (part-time) (Posted 5/25/2023) Be our word person! The Cincinnati Bar Association is seeking a part-time Marketing & Communications Specialist to help us communicate to our legal members. We are looking for someone who has a way with words and is excited to use them to elevate our voice. Learn more…

Executive Director, Reviv Family Support (Posted 5/18/2023) The ED reports to the Reviv Family Support Foundation (RFSF) Board of Directors and is responsible for the execution of the RFSF mission. S/he is responsible for planning, directing and implementing fundraising activities to support families and programs in alignment with our mission. The Executive Director will carry out the policies established by the RFSF Board and will have overall strategic and operational responsibility for programs and expansion of programs. Learn more…

Executive Director – Cincinnati, Boys Hope Girls Hope (Posted 5/18/2023) The ED provides overall leadership for the local affiliate and has primary responsibility for the management of the organization and quality of the program, with particular emphasis on fundraising, board relations, and administration. The Executive Director must support the mission, philosophy, and values of Boys Hope Girls Hope. Learn more…

Operations and Marketing Manager, United Way of Warren County (Posted 5/18/2023) Oversight of the United Way of Warren County’s day-to-day operations, including marketing strategies, event management, and volunteer & donor relationships. This position requires strong organizational, leadership, relational, and communication skills. Learn more…

Senior Human Resources Manager, ProKids (Posted 5/18/2023) This position will be accountable for leading and improving the human resource function that supports and sustains ProKids. Responsibilities include developing human resources strategies, policies, and programs that mobilize information, simplify complexity, foster collaboration, accelerate business and advance human capability. Learn more…

Chief of Philanthropy, Great Parks (Posted 5/18/2023) Great Parks is seeking a qualified strategic professional for the exciting position of Chief of Philanthropy. This leadership position develops and implements all philanthropic strategies with a donor- centered philosophy to ensure a diverse and sustainable revenue portfolio for Great Parks and its associated philanthropic partner Great Parks Forever. Learn more…

Development Coordinator, Crayons to Computers (Posted 5/18/2023) The Development Coordinator is a diligent and detail-oriented team member working to further the mission of Crayons to Computers. This role is an integral member of the development team, supporting all fundraising efforts. Learn more…

Donor Relationship Manager, Greater Cincinnati Foundation (Posted 5/18/2023) This position (Internally titled as Philanthropic Advisor) plays a significant role in developing and carrying out the Greater Cincinnati Foundation’s (GCF) plans and strategies for engaging donors through superior relationship management. This includes collaboration to capture and share the Foundation’s community knowledge and strategic priorities for the direct benefit of donors seeking to increase the impact of their giving through partnership with GCF. Learn more…

Staff Accountant, United Way of Greater Cincinnati (Posted 5/18/2023) United Way of Greater Cincinnati has an immediate opening for a Staff Accountant to provide accounting and financial oversight for federal and non-federal grants. Provide accounting support and processing of disbursements. Learn more…

Executive Director (part-time), Summer Work Experience in Law (Posted 5/18/2023) The role of the Executive Director is to oversee the administration, programs, deliverables, execution of mission, and strategic plan of the organization. Other key responsibilities include fundraising, marketing, and community outreach. The position reports directly to the Board of Directors. Learn more…

Attorney, Hamilton Ohio, Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati (Posted 5/18/2023) The Legal Aid Society of Southwest Ohio (LASSO) is accepting applications for full-time attorneys to join our Hamilton, Ohio office. Legal Aid is a non-profit law firm dedicated to reducing poverty and ensuring family stability through effective legal assistance. Learn more…

Director of Major Gifts, People Working Cooperatively (Posted 5/18/2023) People Working Cooperatively is recruiting its first-ever Director of Major Gifts to join its development team, partnering with the President and Vice President of Development to continue making a meaningful impact throughout the Greater Cincinnati Region and beyond. Learn more…

Vice President, People, Values and Culture, StriveTogether (Posted 5/11/2023) Reporting to and working closely with the Chief Operations Officer, the VP will create and implement a multi-faceted vision and strategy for the organization’s culture, equity work, and talent, results and performance management work. Learn more…

Development & Community Outreach Coordinator, Housing Opportunities of Northern Kentucky (Posted 5/11/2023) HONK is seeking an energetic professional with fundraising, networking and marketing skills to help low-income households realize their dream of owning a home! Join our faith-based, non-profit with over 30 years of experience creating affordable homeownership opportunities. Lead fundraising and event planning, build strategic relationships within the community, and help grow the client, volunteer and donor base to make a real impact on people's lives. Learn more…

Director of Education, Housing Opportunities Made Equal (Posted 5/11/2023) HOME seeks a dynamic Director of Education to educate community members, housing providers, and other stakeholders on fair housing rights and responsibilities. This position is responsible for coordinating and conducting trainings, developing training curriculums and materials, and working to realize HOME's overall mission of thriving, integrated communities. The successful candidate will have strong qualifications and be able to demonstrate a compelling commitment to Fair Housing, Civil Rights, client services, community engagement, social justice advocacy and/or related community development matters. Learn more…

Associate Vice President, Non-Profit Services, Ignite Philanthropy (Posted 5/11/2023) The Associate Vice President (AVP), Non-Profit Services is responsible for overseeing fundraising campaigns, strategy and planning engagements for a portfolio of leading non-profits in the Cincinnati region. Learn more…

Shelter Supervisor, The Salvation Army (Posted 5/4/2023) Manage the shelter and keep all licenses and inspections current. Provide supervision to all shelter aides and the cook. Ensure coverage of the shelter 24/7. Learn more…

Housing Manager, The Salvation Army (Posted 5/4/2023) The Housing Manager is responsible for providing on-going daily supervision to ensure that operations of the emergency shelter program run efficiently and effectively. The Housing Manager will be responsible for preparing all required funding reports, budgets, and follow-up reports, as necessary. Learn more…

Shelter Aide, The Salvation Army (Posted 5/4/2023) The primary functions of the Shelter Aide are to meet the basic needs of residents of the Emergency Shelter, adhere to established policies, and ensure the safety, security, and maintenance of the Emergency Shelter. Learn more…

Executive Assistant, ArtsWave (Posted 5/4/2023) This role is responsible for providing administrative support and meeting coordination to ensure ArtsWave operates in an efficient and professional manner. The Executive Assistant serves as a liaison to the board of directors and must enjoy working within a small, entrepreneurial environment that is mission-driven, results-driven and community oriented. Learn more…

Education Legal Support Professional, Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati (Posted 5/4/2023) The Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati and its affiliate (Legal Aid Society of Southwest Ohio, LLC) seek a full-time, Education Legal Support Professional to work in our Cincinnati office. This is a full-time on-site position based in our downtown Cincinnati Office that provides an opportunity to participate in a team of advocates who promote school success and stability through education advocacy. Learn more…

Workforce Coach, Cincinnati Works (Posted 5/4/2023) Workforce coaches believe in the Member’s own wisdom and assist them in unlocking their potential. We believe Members own their individual goals and expectations and have the ability to change them. Coaching is a collaborative relationship that promotes Members making positive decisions for themselves by exploring options and information. Learn more…

Vice President of Development, The Dragonfly Foundation (Posted 4/27/2023) The VP of Development will report to and work in close collaboration with the Executive Director and the Board of Trustees in forming strategy, executing initiatives, and leading all aspects of fundraising to further The Dragonfly Foundation’s mission. Learn more…

Recruitment and Benefits Manager, Girl Scouts of Western Ohio (Posted 4/27/2023) At GSWO, our Recruitment and Benefits Manager manages all aspects of the recruitment and human resources onboarding process and benefits administration. You'll develop and execute recruitment strategies to support organizational staffing objectives. You'll manage benefits communications, disability leaves, workers' compensation, and unemployment programs. Learn more…

Systems Support Specialist, Cooperative for Education (part-time) (Posted 4/27/2023) This nonprofit organization is dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty in Guatemala through education. CoEd accomplishes this mission by helping kids learn to read, graduate, and thrive throughout their lives. The Systems Support Specialist will be responsible for managing our Airtable databases for our US and Guatemalan teams. Learn more…

Financial Wellness Coach, Cincinnati Works (Posted 4/27/2023) This role supports individuals participating in the Cincinnati Works Program through community partnerships and employers. This person would assist in resolving current financial challenges while providing a wide lens on shifting their financial health approach to one that is more proactive. Learn more…

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