How Do You Manage A Non-Profit Organization?
Do you envision yourself dedicating your career to helping others? Possibly managing an organization that serves the sick, the needy, or the elderly? There are many facets of running a not-for-profit organization and the smaller the organization’s operating budget, the more roles an executive can play. Below you will find basic, helpful steps in managing an organization successfully. Manage your non-profit as a business. You may be providing a free or discounted service to the community but you will still need to pay the rent, keep the lights on, generate revenue, manage a budget and oversee employees and/or volunteers. If you are thinking about a career in non-profit management, consider whether or not you are comfortable serving in a role where you are expected to make non-emotional business decisions about liability insurance, vendors, and staffing issues. Find the right people to serve on your Board of Directors and committees. Engage your most active board members to help recruit
