Introducing "A Force for Good"

March 25, 2025

We are pleased to launch “A Force for Good,” combining existing and new programming to position the nonprofit sector as a career of choice for jobseekers at all levels.

 

A natural complement to longstanding Leadership Council programming, A Force for Good has 3 focus areas:

 

1. Nonprofit HR Practice (including recruitment/retention, culture, and compensation)

2. Career Pathway Education (at all levels of educational attainment)

3. Advocacy and Public Relations (positioning the sector as an economic force and career of choice)

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Seven Red Flags of Form 990: Avoid an Audit

January 21, 2025

by Jenna Senn

Clark Schaefer Hackett

 

The IRS may decide to audit your nonprofit organization for various reasons, with one of the most frequent triggers being a red flag raised by your annual Form 990 filing, "Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax."

 

Continue reading to discover seven common areas of IRS scrutiny and discover strategies to minimize your audit risk.

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AI and Nonprofits: Balancing Potential and Responsibility

December 26, 2024

by Elizabeth Benson, Executive Director

(originally published in Greater Cincinnati Nonprofit News, 12/19/24)

 

Despite normally being an early adopter, I’ve been hesitant about diving into artificial intelligence (AI). Beyond ChatGPT experiments, I’ve stayed on the sidelines. But recent conversations have made me consider AI’s potential for nonprofit organizations, where every resource is stretched, and every decision impacts the lives of our neighbors.

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Creating a Strong Staff Team

December 10, 2024

by Jane Page-Steiner, Publisher

Greater Cincinnati Nonprofit News

 

Creating a strong, talented, and committed staff is critical to your organization’s success and longevity. Staff recruitment and retention continues to be challenging for many nonprofits in our region. Helping your board and supporters understand that your nonprofit, like many others in our region, struggles with staff recruitment and retention may help you secure the resources needed to address the challenges.   

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It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!

November 20, 2024

That’s right, it’s membership time! If you’re reading this, you know that Leadership Council offers a wide variety of programs and benefits to support the region's nonprofit economy. But you get the most benefit from the network when you become a member – more programming, more discounts, and access to individual support when you need it.

 

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Leadership Council for Nonprofits Welcomes New Board Members

August 6, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

Contact:

Beth Benson, Leadership Council for Nonprofits, bbenson@leadershipcouncil.us

 

Cincinnati, Ohio, August 6, 2024 - Leadership Council for Nonprofits welcomes three new board members, representing a diverse array of nonprofit community leadership:

 

Catrena Bowman, Executive Director, Northern Kentucky Community Action Commission

Catrena has served as the Executive Director of Northern Kentucky Community Action Commission since 2018 and has more than 24 years of management experience. She has a proven track record in nonprofit leadership, program development and implementation, as well as community outreach and advocacy.

 

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