Cardinali Discusses Succeeding CIS Founder for Bridgespan Research
By Independent Sector in Blog onNew research from the Bridgespan Group thwarts some long-standing conventional wisdom governing founder transitions. Historically, a clean break has…
Research Round Robin: February 2018
By Independent Sector in Blog onWhether we’re trying to gauge our effectiveness, get a big picture idea of our sector’s overall health, or make…
Turning #MeToo into #NotHere
-Handling Sexual Misconduct in the Workplace in 2018We are witnessing a tidal wave of individuals coming forward with their…
The Importance of Community-Based Organizations in Human Services
By Independent Sector in Blog onTwo of the largest national associations representing government agencies and nonprofits in human services came together to commission a…
33 Principles in 33 Minutes: Guide to Good Governance
-Best Practices for the Best MeetingsJoin Diligent's Dottie Schindlinger and Independent Sector's Marie LeBlanc for this highly interactive session on how to…
Sample Organizational Documents
By Dylan Fitzgerald onThe firm offers good sample documents for nonprofits that are starting.
Checklist for Accountability
By Dylan Fitzgerald onBuilding an organization that is committed to the highest ethical standards demands going beyond the law to foster practices…
Form 1023: Purpose of Conflict of Interest Policy
By Dylan Fitzgerald onThis website describes the importance of a well-developed conflict of interest policy both in terms of the functioning of…
Inside 16th & L: Marie LeBlanc
By Independent Sector in Blog onInside 16th & L is our bi-weekly blog series showcasing the Independent Sector team here at the corner of…
Insights from a Researcher on IS’ Principles for Good Governance and Ethical Practice
By Independent Sector in Blog onIt’s been 10 years since Independent Sector first published the first edition of the Principles for Good Governance and…
Have You Visited Our Principles Resource Center?
By Independent Sector in Blog onIf you’ve ever been tasked with ensuring your organization is run effectively and ethically, then you’ve likely come across…
Principles for Good Governance and Ethical Practice: Reference Edition
By Dylan Fitzgerald onThe Principles for Good Governance and Ethical Practice outlines 33 principles of sound practice for charitable organizations and foundations…
“The Johnson What?”
By Independent Sector in Blog onAs busy charitable sector leaders, what are the most pressing policy issues on our minds? The charitable deduction maybe.…
Checklist for Developing a Statement of Values and Code of Ethics
By Dylan Fitzgerald in Toolkit onIndependent Sector strongly recommends that all nonprofits and foundations develop a statement of values and code of ethics to…
Charities Review Council–Accountability Wizard
By Dylan Fitzgerald onThe resource presents an invaluable tool for nonprofits as they evaluate their accountability.
Pro Bono Partnership
By Dylan Fitzgerald onThe Pro Bono Partnership provides legal services for organizations in Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York. They also have…
Accountability Standards
By Dylan Fitzgerald onThe resource provides overarching standards nonprofits should abide by.