As summer continues, outdoor activities and events become a natural part of your organization’s programming. Although summer may be the best time of the year, it can also be the most dangerous. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, heat waves are expected to become more frequent, longer and hotter, posing a serious risk to time […]
Category: Nonprofit
It’s easy to overlook property maintenance for a number of reasons, including busy schedules and tight budgets. But it can also happen just because staff members are so familiar with the property that they don’t recognize slowly developing problems or hazards. With regular facility maintenance, you can avoid injuries to people, damage to your facility […]
If you run a nonprofit or other organization that works for the greater good, you might find yourself considering international travel. For example, members of your organization may want to bring food or medical supplies to other countries, participate in construction projects, provide educational services or have other reasons for traveling abroad. However, when they […]
Whether it’s high winds, large hail, frequent lightning, or flash floods, severe weather has the potential to cause serious injury and property damage. Camps and conference centers in every state have the potential to face severe weather this season. Although severe weather occurs year-round, spring is a time to be on high alert. Now is […]
Intelligent. Hard working. Motivated. Dedicated. Valued. Trusted. These are the characteristics you would like for all of your employees and volunteers to possess. Unfortunately, they are also the characteristics the FBI uses when describing the profile of an embezzler. Theft or embezzlement at worship centers happens at facilities of all sizes, within all denominations and […]
Hello, spring! As the days get warmer and longer, it’s a good idea to inspect your property and ensure it withstood winter’s harsh conditions and is ready for severe weather season – and lots of use. Check the following outdoor spaces to ensure they are in good condition. If you see any signs of damage or disrepair, […]
Seldom has a week gone by without a church, nonprofit or school making national news because of the sexual misconduct of one of their employees or volunteers. These allegations consume time and financial resources while destroying the organization’s reputation. Very few things can undermine the mission of an organization faster than the breach of trust […]
