Strategic planning and capacity building are essential for this process. A second common problem is the board of directors. The board is responsible for the mission and vitality of the organization and a strong board makes for a strong organization. Symptoms of a less than optimal board are low meeting attendance and board members who do not contribute financially. A third problem is the mix of for-profit and nonprofit goals and procedures.
Nonprofits are short of staff, space and money.
Staff and space can be juggled to some degree, but never the money. It is essential that nonprofits get the most punch for the dollar. A degree of borrowing from for-profit management procedures is essential. If your financial house is not in order, your mission will suffer. One of the major issues for American society in the immediate future is privacy.