Trust and transparency aren’t just buzzwords—they are essential for nonprofit resilience and success. Internally, they build strong partnerships between boards and staff. Externally, they inspire funders, retain staff, and engage communities. One client story illustrates this power. Faced with challenges, they chose to be candid with a funder—sharing not just problems but their plan forward. The result? Increased support and a deeper sense of partnership. That’s the power of openness. Too often, nonprofits rely on personal relationships with funders. But relationships tied only to individuals are fragile. Lasting support grows from mission alignment, open communication, and shared goals. Funders want to understand how their dollars create impact—and that means honest, consistent updates, not just annual reports. The same goes for staff. Employees want to know how their roles contribute to the mission. When leaders keep people in the loop and break down internal silos, it builds engagement and reduces turnover. Transparency means sharing both successes and struggles. It builds confidence, encourages collaboration, and ensures funders and staff see themselves as part of the solution. Want your nonprofit to thrive? Build trust. Embrace transparency. And invite everyone—inside and out—into the journey. Read more: https://npinterim.substack.com/p/rn2-trust-and-transparency-with-stakeholders