Deputized fundraising (DF) has been common among religious organizations for several decades. Yet it is rarely utilized outside the religious sector so it is almost never discussed in charitable giving literature.

Social Media is both an opportunity and a threat for faith-based organizations. Nothing deters prospective program participants or donors from involvement with an organization like irresponsible social media use does. This example social media policy educates organizations on how to use social media to further their missions, rather than cause scandal or chaos, through effective and prudent social media usage.

While the first line of protection from liability is exercising best practices, holding adequate insurance is essential for any organization as a fail-safe when human error occurs.

Compared to the more common fiduciary duties of care and loyalty, the duty of obedience to mission is often forgotten. Unlike directors in the for-profit sector who seek to maximize profit for shareholders, non-profit directors must consider their organizational purposes and mission statements when making decisions.

Read this introduction to learn how bylaws are an indispensable tool for success, both in the demanding vocation of a nonprofit leader and in the fulfillment of the mission of your organization as a whole.