Good Governance in Not-for-Profit Organizations: A Closer Look at Board Effectiveness
Good governance is a crucial aspect of any organization, but it’s particularly significant for not-for-profit (NFP) organizations. These entities often rely on their Boards of Directors to ensure effective governance,… Read More
Building Stronger Communities Through Sports
Imagine a place where people facing life’s toughest challenges can find support, friendship, and a path to better health—all through the power of sports. Community sports programs offer just that,… Read More
Boosting Environmental Impact: Funding Insights from Texas Nonprofits
As climate change intensifies, so does the urgency to fund and support environmental initiatives. Texas, with its vast and varied landscape, faces unique environmental challenges. A recent study explores the… Read More
Unmasking Burnout: The Hidden Forces Behind Nonprofit Struggles
Burnout. It’s a term we often hear but seldom fully understand. Coined in the 1970s by psychologist Herbert J. Freudenberger, burnout was initially observed among volunteers at a free clinic… Read More
Don’t Cut and Paste Numbers: The Story of the Exeter Police Annual Reports
Far be it from me to throw the first stone. I can get sloppy sometimes, so I’ve learned to make sure someone who is NOT ME checks my work before… Read More
Scenes from CPA
We were honored to exhibit, present, and talk with many incredible people from the Pennsylvania Prevention Community. Here are some snips to inspire you. Time is of the essence in… Read More
This Week In Public Health is on Instagram!
We’re recently moved into short reels to help distill scientific findings “in a nutshell.” With the normal caveat that nothing takes the place of deep reading and studying, this can… Read More
Bridging Gaps for Better Health: A Look into Community Health Needs Assessments
Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNAs) have emerged as a pivotal element in improving population health in the United States. These assessments, mandated for non-profit hospitals under the Affordable Care Act… Read More
What are our local graduates doing?
As some people know, I’m a failed school board candidate. Despite that, I have a keen interest in the development of the youth in our community. We community psychologists have… Read More
The Significance of the Quality Implementation Tool
In today’s fast-paced world, effectively translating research into practice is crucial for improving outcomes across various sectors. The paper “Practical Implementation Science: Developing and Piloting the Quality Implementation Tool” sheds… Read More
How to Turn Obstacles into Opportunities for Community-Based Organizations
Do you see the challenges in your community-based organization (CBO) as obstacles or opportunities for growth and innovation? Perspectives determine experience — how you view the situation determines how you… Read More
Discovering the “Dawn Chorus” of Community-Based Organizations
In mythology, “Dawn Chorus” is a term associated with the transition from darkness to light and the renewal of life. Flocks of birds resting high up in trees are the… Read More
