Donor wants Executive Director Fired

Is it possible to convince a resistant board that a merger is necessary to save the nonprofit from a “long, slow death?” Stacey and Andy have some thoughts. Also this week, a Board Chair faces a tough ethical and financial conflict: A major donor’s substantial pledge is contingent on replacing the CEO/ED! What’s the right move when the board already has performance concerns? Thanks for joining us this week, don’t forget to send your nonprofit-related questions to questions@NonprofitEverything.com.

Restricted Gifts and Mergers

What happens to restrictions if our nonprofit is acquired by another nonprofit? We have some questions (and answers!) Plus, Stacey and Andy have tips for hiring for an Interim Executive Director, chat about some unconventional reporting structures, and get asked a very personal question. And we had to use the bleep button again this week — pretty soon we’re going to need a swear jar.