Author Archives: David Harris

To maximize impact without duplicating costs, nonprofits should consider opportunities to cross-leveraging services: contracting with each other to provide complementary programs. When two or more organizations align their strengths, they can create richer, more comprehensive services for the people they serve, while also appealing to funders who value collaboration and efficiency. Read more in this […]

Strategic diversification built on a solid infrastructure and aligned to a clear and common mission can be a savior. One way to respond to challenging times is to grow by adding programs that can share the organization’s financial, development and HR infrastructure while delivering additional services that complement the existing services and are valuable to […]

Most nonprofits work within vibrant, sometimes crowded, ecosystems — and increasingly, social-impact businesses — that are all striving to address interconnected societal challenges. Whether it’s hunger relief, early childhood education, affordable housing, or racial justice, you are part of broader movements and missions that extend well beyond the walls of our individual organizations. This post […]

Corporations know they can do well by doing good. By aligning themselves with causes that matter to their customers, companies strengthen their relationships with existing clients and attract new ones who value the missions they support. One powerful example of this kind of partnership is the collaboration between Talbots and Dress for Success—an initiative that […]

Sharing services is a practical and increasingly powerful approach to collaboration that helps nonprofits do more with less—without compromising mission, identity, or autonomy. Learn more here: https://npinterim.substack.com/p/collaboration-strategy-1-shared-services

Consider these questions regarding organizational culture, stakeholder engagement, and long-term planning. https://npinterim.substack.com/p/10-sustainability-questions-part

Is your nonprofit organization sustainable and prepared for what lies ahead? Whether you’re a board member, an executive leader, or a staff manager, it’s easy to get caught up in day-to-day operations and lose sight of long-term viability. But sustainability is more than just survival—it’s about making sure your organization remains mission-driven, resilient, and ready […]

As a non-profit board member, are your efforts to support the success of your organization having the desired impact? Join the Non-Profit Board Impact Collective, a new concept, facilitating current board members across missions, experience, and location, in coming together to learn, connect, and leave ready to lead with confidence. Our goal is to create […]

While staff leaders shoulder the operational responsibility for strengthening their organization, board members play a vital role in supporting, guiding, and even catalyzing their work. How should nonprofit board members actively contribute to a more resilient organization? https://npinterim.substack.com/p/nonprofit-resilience-starts-with

Resilience isn’t just about weathering storms—it’s about building the capacity to thrive. The foundation of resilience lies in five pillars: Robust funding Talent management and accountability Adaptable operations Internal controls Crisis management protocols While these may seem intuitive, implementing them can feel overwhelming. That’s why it starts with curiosity: asking front-line staff what’s working, what’s […]