How Nonprofits Can Balance Service and Advocacy in a Complex World
In today’s rapidly evolving social landscape, nonprofit organizations stand at a crucial crossroads. As champions of community welfare and advocates for societal change, nonprofits must navigate a delicate balance between… Read More
A Vacancy in Municipal Government: My interview
There was recently a vacancy in our local government (the Board of Supervisors) in Exeter Township, Reading, PA. I’m a perennial candidate for the School Board, so I thought that… Read More
Resilience in the Nonprofit Sector: Lessons from Three Decades of Economic Challenges
Imagine a ship navigating through turbulent waters. Despite the relentless storms, it keeps sailing, adapting to the waves and winds. This metaphor perfectly captures the resilience of the nonprofit sector… Read More
A Path for Every Purpose: Navigating the Nonprofit vs. For-Profit Decision
In today’s rapidly evolving world of social entrepreneurship, the boundaries between nonprofit and for-profit organizations have become increasingly blurred. Once distinct, these two sectors now share common goals, strategies, and… Read More
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
Embracing Cultural Competence in Program Evaluation: A Closer Look at Why It Matters
In the realm of public health, understanding and implementing culturally competent practices within program evaluations is not just beneficial—it’s essential. The article “Through a Culturally Competent Lens: Why the Program… 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
