The Nonprofit Hive

What if your nonprofit could finally stop chasing stability… and start building it? Because here’s the truth: the most financially resilient nonprofits don’t wait for stability to arrive. They build it — deliberately, strategically, and with support. That’s why we’re excited to spotlight this week’s Hive Sponsor: Thriving Non-Profits, an organization dedicated to helping nonprofits strengthen the foundations that make real impact possible. Thriving Nonprofits equips teams with the tools to grow from “getting by” to actually thriving through a powerful blend of: 1. Learning that shifts what’s possible Their flagship learning programs walk teams through nine proven revenue strategies, helping leaders design a realistic, customized path toward financial resilience — not just theory. 2. Coaching & Consulting that turns ideas into action Once your strategy is in place, their experienced coaches help you implement it. This is where plans become momentum: campaign design, business model refinement, operational support, and real-time guidance. 3. Values-aligned Investment Support For organizations ready to step into revenue-generating initiatives, Thriving Nonprofits helps leaders explore impact investment, blended capital, community bonds, and other social finance tools built for the nonprofit world. 4. Free resources to get started right away With a free account, nonprofit professionals get access to training, templates, and tools designed to help build a stronger financial future — no barrier to entry. They’ve supported hundreds of nonprofits of all sizes and missions, helping teams diversify revenue, reduce uncertainty, expand programs, and build internal confidence around what’s possible. We’re incredibly grateful to Thriving Nonprofits for sponsoring this week’s Hive Chats — and for championing the kind of long-term resilience that strengthens entire communities. Explore their programs or create a free account: https://lnkd.in/gksipusw 🐝💛 Cheers to nonprofit. #resources #nonprofit #sustainability #impact

Nonprofits are carrying more risk than ever, and most teams don’t have a full-time security expert sitting in the next room. That’s where New Harbor comes in. ✨ Built by former nonprofit operators, they know exactly what it feels like to juggle mission, capacity, tech frustrations, and the need to keep your organization safe. ✨ You get a dedicated security expert (not a generic help desk) who helps you make smart, sustainable security decisions — without the cost of in-house staff. ✨ And beyond protection, they help you clear the everyday IT hurdles that slow teams down. Faster systems. Fewer headaches. More time spent on the work that actually matters. If you’ve been meaning to “finally deal with security,” this is the easiest first step: Get a free security checkup in minutes! https://lnkd.in/gHDCfUFj Huge thanks to Jonathan Edward and Giuseppe Morgana of the New Harbor team for supporting our Hive Chats and helping us continue to build a safer, more connected nonprofit sector. 🐝💛

We’ve all seen the headlines: "Millennials want impact!" "Gen Z hates email!" "Boomers still write cheques!" But how much of this is true and how much is just fundraising folklore? This isn’t about chasing trends. It’s about cutting through the noise and focusing on what actually moves people to give, no matter their age. Come ready to challenge assumptions, rethink engagement, and leave with donor strategies that make sense for real people, not just marketing personas. Mark your calendar. Bring your questions. Date: Tuesday, November 4th, 2025 Time: 12:30–1:15 PM (EST) Location: Right here on LinkedIn Live Panelists: LaChelle M. Lewis, PhD | Director of Development BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS SERVICES, INC Chris Moses | Board Member National C5 Youth Program Maia Iva | Co-Founder Petners Berlin Facilitator: Dan Drucker: Founder & Facilitator Philanthropy Fuel Sponsored by the incredible team at Charity Shift

Let’s be honest—many nonprofit teams are stretched thin. Tight budgets. Heavy workloads. Big missions. And while we spend so much time caring for others, it’s easy to overlook the well-being of the people doing the work. How do we build healthier organizations from the inside out—where leaders and teams feel supported, seen, and ready to thrive? 💛 This week, we’re proud to have our growing community sponsored by the talented team at YMCA WorkWell — helping nonprofits use data-driven insights and coaching to make workplaces better for everyone. Here’s how they help mission-driven teams grow stronger: - WorkWell Insights: Evidence-backed employee surveys with easy-to-read reports and hands-on consultation. - WorkWell Coaching: 1:1 and team coaching to help leaders navigate challenges and build healthier, high-performing workplaces. - Free Annual Well-Being Reports: Real, sector-specific data on the state of nonprofit work in Canada. And this week, there’s something special for Hive members 👉 Join the YMCA WorkWell email list for a chance to win two 1:1 leader coaching sessions with Dr. Kate Toth (a $500 value!). https://lnkd.in/g3irM_rm Because when we invest in the people who power our missions, everything else gets stronger. Start with one small step toward a healthier, happier workplace — and let YMCA WorkWell help you get there. Dave Whiteside, Ph.D

Planned giving shouldn’t feel like a mystery box. Yet for many nonprofits, it still does. How do you encourage legacy gifts without needing a full-time planned giving officer—or an entire new tech stack? This week, we’re grateful to have our growing community sponsored by LifeLegacy — a platform built by three brothers who learned firsthand how powerful (and necessary) planning ahead can be. Their experience shaped the foundation of LifeLegacy’s mission: to make planning accessible to everyone—regardless of age, wealth, or health—while helping nonprofits grow lasting impact through legacy giving. Here’s how they do it: - A white-labeled Last Will & Testament your donors can complete for free - A donor tracking dashboard with real-time insights on age, location, gift size, and intent - Gift notifications and donor letters of intent to strengthen stewardship - Fractional planned giving officers for expert support without overhead - Integrations with Blackbaud, Bloomerang, Virtuous, Neon One, and Salesforce - Complimentary tools for crypto and stock donations Check out how simple the team at LifeLegacy (Spencer Cassidy, Jordan Cassidy and Austin Cassidy) makes planned giving so you can help your mission grow and your donors’ legacies live on. https://lnkd.in/gEs6iRwb

Fundraising events aren’t what they used to be. Donors are harder to engage, and creating that “wow” factor feels tougher every year. Too often, nonprofits walk away from events knowing they left money on the table — and that donors weren’t as inspired as they could have been. So how do you re-energize your events, excite your donors, and raise more money without adding stress to your team? This week, we are thankful to have our growing Hive community made possible by Trevor Nelson and the HGA Fundraising team. HGA was built by fundraisers, for fundraisers. They help nonprofits raise more by offering unique, no-upfront-cost auction and raffle items that donors genuinely get excited about. HGA Fundraising combines seamless operations with deep donor engagement so your events create real value — for your mission and your supporters. Ready to boost your next fundraiser? Learn more from Trevor and team! https://lnkd.in/gJaeqMKY