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Mergers: A Cautionary Note

By Jo DeBolt

Published by CausePlanet, this article describes how nonprofit leaders can thoughtfully navigate the buzz about nonprofit mergers in response to today's economic climate.

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Don't Neglect Investing Your Message

Luis Vergara, Senior Associate, cautions readers not to undervalue your organization’s marketing and communications plan, particularly if your organization is facing a budget crisis.  Whether your organization is just launching an email newsletter or considering a Twitter account, his article includes helpful tips for crafting a comprehensive communications plan.


Strategic Restructuring for Community Clinics: Options and Examples

By Heather Gowdy, Diane Wong, and Melissa Mendes Campos

Published by the California HealthCare Foundation, this issue brief explores various types of partnerships now being used by California's Community Health Centers and regional consortia, including administrative consolidation and merger. It also examines what opportunities strategic restructuring might offer clinics seeking to strengthen their positions now and remain viable in the years to come. Download a PDF of the companion presentation.   New companion resource: download the on-demand webinar (.wmv file) from February 4, 2010.


Due Diligence Advice for Grantmakers

By Jo DeBolt

Published by CausePlanet, this article discusses the principles in Due Diligence Done Well, and includes advice for grantmakers as well as tips for grantseekers. 

 


Big changes start with small steps

By Heather Gowdy

Part of our ongoing series published by CausePlanet, this article offers suggestions for where to start and how to focus your organization's efforts in responding to the trends that are shaping and transforming the nonprofit sector.


 

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