The Standards for Excellence Institute congratulates the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation for renewing their accreditation under the Standards for Excellence: An Ethics and Accountability Code for the Nonprofit Sector. Being accredited by the Standards for Excellence Institute demonstrates that the nonprofit has met the rigorous requirements that are included in the standards. Being an accredited nonprofit sets the organization apart as a top performer in the nonprofit field and lets all its[…]

The Standards for Excellence Institute would like to congratulate North American Land Trust (NALT) for earning their accreditation under the Standards for Excellence: An Ethics and Accountability Code for the Nonprofit Sector. Being accredited by the Standards for Excellence Institute’s partner, Pennsylvania Association of Nonprofit Organizations (PANO), demonstrates that the nonprofit has met the rigorous requirements that are included in the standards. Being an accredited nonprofit sets the[…]

The Standards for Excellence Institute would like to congratulate Touch Stones Financial Wellness Services for earning the Standards basics recognition under the Standards for Excellence: An Ethics and Accountability Code for the Nonprofit Sector. To earn the Standards basics recognition, Touch Stones Financial Wellness Services went through an application process, which included a review by Standards of Excellence Institute staff to verify that Touch Stones Financial Wellness Services has[…]

The Standards for Excellence Institute would like to congratulate HOPE For All for earning the Standards basics recognition under the Standards for Excellence: An Ethics and Accountability Code for the Nonprofit Sector. To earn the Standards basics recognition, HOPE For All went through an application process, which included a review by Standards of Excellence Institute staff to verify that HOPE For All has strong policies in place for good governance and legal compliance, and a well-defined[…]

If you are like me, you probably have resolutions and goals for 2024. One of my resolutions is to intentionally take the time to fix bothersome things rather than just being annoyed by them over and over again. You probably also have items on your list that need attention. I discovered a type of glue that seems to fix everything; I used it several times in the last week to fix broken boot heels and watch bands. I am a bit nervous, however, and wonder if my glue repairs, however strong, may[…]

Engaging the Board as a Catalyst for Change by Debra Thompson and Jacqui Catrabone, Strategy Solutions, Inc. As an Executive Director (ED), or CEO, of a nonprofit organization you undoubtedly have a lot on your plate. That’s why it’s important that your board of directors align with and help advance the agency’s strategic plan. But how can you effectively engage the board to be a catalyst for real change? The Standards for Excellence:® An Ethics and Accountability Code for the Nonprofit Sector[…]

The Standards for Excellence Institute would like to congratulate Ardmore Enterprises for renewing their accreditation under the Standards for Excellence: An Ethics and Accountability Code for the Nonprofit Sector.Being accredited by the Standards for Excellence Institute demonstrates that the nonprofit has met the rigorous requirements that are included in the standards. Being an accredited nonprofit sets the organization apart as a top performer in the nonprofit field and lets all its[…]

Happy New Year! As nonprofit leaders we often start a new year with good intentions. We decide that this is the year that we get it all together. We are going to focus on the fundamentals of our organization. We are going to make sure we have the right board members and that they are working together effectively. We are going to focus carefully on our budgets and finances. This is the year where we truly take a careful look at diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are going to do “all the[…]

For Immediate Release Contact: Amy Coates MadsenDirector, Standards for Excellence Institute®acmadsen@standardsforexcellence.org443-438-2314   Introducing: Standards for Excellence Institute® Licensed Consultants Class of November 2023Baltimore, MD – December 11, 2023 – The Standards for Excellence Institute, an initiative dedicated to promoting the highest standards of nonprofit ethics and accountability, announces its 2023 Class of Licensed Consultants. Twenty-six highly experienced nonprofit[…]

Best Practices in Board Recruitment by Debra Thompson and Jacqui Catrabone, Strategy SolutionsThe time has come for you to recruit a new board member. You’re probably feeling stress, excitement, and overwhelm from the nagging question of “where do we even begin?”Worry no more! The Standards for Excellence:® An Ethics and Accountability Code for the Nonprofit Sector offers best practices for board recruitment so that you can effectively fill your open seat. Like many things, it all begins with[…]