https://www.501commons.org/blog/blog-collection Stay updated on the latest news, tips, and resources from 501 Commons. https://www.501commons.org/blog/ai-llms There's a lot of talk about Artificial Intelligence (AI), especially revolving around helping staff teams with limited resources accomplish more. This article is written by Jordan Dwight, founder of J. Dwight Labs, which helps nonprofits leverage software to achieve their goals and further their missions. Jordan has worked in tech for 10+ years at Amazon and startups. No publisher Technology 2026-03-27T16:15:00Z News Item https://www.501commons.org/blog/nonprofit-teams Nonprofit leaders often face the challenge of balancing ambitious missions with limited staffing and financial resources. Many organizations operate with small teams while responding to increasing community needs, expanding programs, and ongoing operational demands. No publisher Leadership 2026-03-24T17:45:00Z News Item https://www.501commons.org/blog/990s Most nonprofit organizations, with a few exceptions, are required to file an annual form with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The form is officially named “Form 990, Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax.” No publisher Finance Policy & Legal 2026-02-25T18:44:07Z News Item https://www.501commons.org/blog/revenue-streams Relying on the same cycle of grants and annual campaigns can leave your organization vulnerable to donor fatigue and shifting economic tides. Tackle financial uncertainty head-on by diversifying your revenue streams and making it fun for your donors to give! No publisher Fundraising & Development 2026-02-06T19:35:00Z News Item https://www.501commons.org/blog/hr-fundraising When you consider your nonprofit’s fundraising efforts, you probably think of your development team as being in charge (and most of the time, that’s true). But other departments and roles can play a key part in supporting successful fundraising, such as your organization’s board of directors, the executive director, volunteers, marketing staff, IT department, and nearly anyone else who works on your mission! No publisher Fundraising & Development Human Resources 2026-01-26T20:37:25Z News Item https://www.501commons.org/blog/nonprofit-staff-efficiency Nonprofit staff often wear too many hats or have a seemingly endless list of tasks to tend to each day. And yet, 85% of nonprofits predicted an increase in demand for their services in 2026. How can organizations meet this rising demand while protecting staff from burnout? No publisher Human Resources Leadership Technology 2026-01-14T16:15:35Z News Item https://www.501commons.org/blog/ai-fundraising As AI is increasingly becoming indispensable across several industries, it’s also transforming nonprofit fundraising. No publisher Fundraising & Development Technology 2025-11-18T20:55:00Z News Item https://www.501commons.org/blog/nonprofit-budgets If your organization has a “calendar year” fiscal year, the falling leaves of autumn will most likely bring budgeting for the coming year to mind. No publisher Finance 2025-10-27T19:39:50Z News Item https://www.501commons.org/blog/grant-spending Securing grants is only half the battle; managing them effectively is where many nonprofits struggle. And there’s a lot on the line—grant compliance issues can jeopardize funding, damage funder relationships, and lead to stressful audits. No publisher Fundraising & Development 2025-09-26T21:45:21Z News Item https://www.501commons.org/blog/event-training Running a successful nonprofit event hinges on having a well-prepared team. From managing check-ins to handling last-minute changes, your staff and volunteers need to know what to do, when to do it, and how to stay flexible under pressure. No publisher Events, Training, & Webinars Volunteers 2025-09-19T20:18:35Z News Item