Blue Avocado
Leadership, especially in the nonprofit sector, means you’re not standing at the top — but spotting gaps, shining a light, and quietly stitching trust back together where it’s needed.
One way to be sure that each person on the board is clear on his or her responsibilities is to adopt a board member contract.
Nonprofit leaders share how bringing specialists on board has delivered measurable improvements across key areas like marketing, finance, and engagement.
You actually have more time than you think to get your nonprofit’s messaging right in a crisis. It’s better to take a little extra time than to stick your foot in your mouth and end up in a worse
Exploring solutions to the mismatches with donor interests and funders’ reluctance to invest that keep the work of advocacy and systemic change chronically underfunded.
ByGene Takagi and Emily Nicole
Board Management,Gold Avocado,Leadership and Management
August 19, 2025
Attorney Gene Takagi and Emily Nicole Chan discuss whether nonprofit boards can vote by both mail and email.
Nonprofit leaders share their “happy accidents” — unforeseen twists of fate that ended up bringing significant benefits to their organizations.

The Ultimate Guide to Nonprofit Fundraising
All new for 2025. 15 years in the making.
📅 Upcoming Live Q&A: October 15, 2025 – Learn how board governance documents are essential for nonprofits and create a framework for accountability, operations, and decision-making.
Presented by the National Council of Nonprofits (NCN), this webinar will provide a timely overview of both legislative and executive branch threats to nonprofits.
RECORDED WEBINAR: Thursday, June 12, 2025. Learn about the essential governance topics like board structure, legal compliance, and best practices.
Are Executive Orders Impacting Your Nonprofit?
Information about Form 990 and your nonprofit filings. Hopefully this will keep your fiscal year-end stresses at bay!
Nonprofit leaders offer insights into the biggest hurdles faced by nonprofits, from funding and staffing to awareness and impact measurement.
Want to raise more money? Call a time out and take fundraising completely off the table. Then dream — the money will follow!
ByGene Takagi and Emily Nicole
Board Management,Gold Avocado,Leadership and Management
August 19, 2025
Attorney Gene Takagi and Emily Nicole Chan discuss whether nonprofit boards can vote by both mail and email.
Moving board members from passive to proactive requires intentionality. By setting clear expectations, providing meaningful opportunities, and fostering a culture of philanthropy, organizations can
How to remove a board member that consistently disrupts meetings or is otherwise destructive and demoralizing.
One way to be sure that each person on the board is clear on his or her responsibilities is to adopt a board member contract.
You actually have more time than you think to get your nonprofit’s messaging right in a crisis. It’s better to take a little extra time than to stick your foot in your mouth and end up in a worse
ByGene Takagi and Emily Nicole
Board Management,Gold Avocado,Leadership and Management
August 19, 2025
Attorney Gene Takagi and Emily Nicole Chan discuss whether nonprofit boards can vote by both mail and email.