Blair County Chamber of Commerce
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Essential Tips for Building a Nonprofit Organization

 
Are you thinking about founding a nonprofit? Whether you’re looking to solve a social problem, save an endangered species, or stop ocean pollution, your cause is a passion worth pursuing. But launching a nonprofit is no easy task. Without a strategic plan, your organization will struggle to gain traction. Thankfully, there are multiple resources out there that can help you get off to a great start! Check out these tips from the Blair County Chamber of Commerce for support.
 
Prioritize Employee Satisfaction
 
People are the lifeblood of your nonprofit. As you begin to onboard employees, do everything you can to help them feel at home in your organization.

  • Learn how to manage nonprofit employees without running into legal issues.
  • Download payroll calendar templates here to track and calculate employee pay accurately, as well as easily run reports.
  • Keep looking for ways to engage your employees and inspire your team.
 
Look for Cost Saving Solutions
 
If you’re like most nonprofit founders, you’ll be operating on a fairly limited budget. Look for ways to save money from day one.

  • Join your local Chamber of Commerce for cost savings and other valuable membership benefits.
  • Offer the opportunity for employees to work remotely to save money on operating costs.
  • Hire freelancers for special projects instead of employing a large team of full-time staff.
 
Try Different Forms of Fundraising
 
There is more than one way to raise money for your nonprofit. Beyond calling up potential donors and soliciting charitable gifts, try these ideas:

  • Find for-profit companies that are willing to sponsor your events.
  • Search for non-profit grants offered by government agencies and private foundations.
  • Encourage recurring monthly donations to secure consistent revenue.
  • Recruit fans to engage in peer-to-peer fundraising.
 
Aspiring nonprofit founders have many tools at their disposal to help them get up and running. Take advantage of these resources! You don’t have to struggle through the startup process on your own. With the help of online apps, dedicated employees, and informative articles, you'll have the best shot at success.
 
Starting a nonprofit in Blair County? Join the Blair County Chamber of Commerce to access numerous opportunities to save money and spread the word about your organization.

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Content provided by Jenna Sherman (jennas@parent-leaders.com)
Copyrighted Blair County Chamber of Commerce.  All Rights Reserved.
3900 Industrial Park Drive, Suite 12  | Altoona, PA 16602
Phone: (814) 943-8151 | chamber@blairchamber.com
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  • Home
  • About
    • Chamber Q & A
    • Chamber Staff
    • Board of Directors
    • Buy Here. Thrive Here.
    • Chamber Committees
    • Chamber Foundation
    • News
    • Publications >
      • NETworks Digital News
      • Newsletter Subscription
      • Business Insight
      • Blog
    • Community Partners
    • Visitor/Relocation Information
    • Policies
    • Contact
  • Chamber Membership
    • Sponsorships
    • Members Benefits
    • Member Directory
    • Chamber Unity Fund
    • Membership Application
    • Members Only
  • Events Calendar
  • Special Offers
    • Power Card
    • Small Business Advertising Opportunities
  • Events & Programs
    • Annual Meeting
    • BASICS
    • Breakfast Club
    • Business After Hours
    • Business Before Hours
    • Business Excellence Dinner
    • Chamber Golf Classic
    • Committee of Non-Profit Businesses >
      • Essential Tips for Building a Nonprofit Organization
    • Farm-City
    • Hall of Fame
    • Healthy Workplace
    • Home Garden & Healthy Living Show
    • Leadership Blair County Adult >
      • Class Projects
    • LBC Adult Alumni
    • Leadership Blair County Youth
    • Public Policy Committee
    • Regional Programs
    • Safety Programming
    • Sustainable Blair County
    • WE-LEaD
    • Young Entrepreneurs Academy
    • Young Professionals of Blair County
    • Community Calendar
  • Chamber Trips
  • Job Board
    • Pre-K Counts Family Child Advocate
    • Executive Director
    • IT Business Support Manager – Corporate Systems
    • Insurance Customer Service Representative
    • Receptionist – Insurance Agency
    • Office Manager
    • Warehouse Attendant
    • Deposit Operations Supervisor
    • Information Technology (IT) Assistant
    • Project Coordinator/Lead Installer
    • Health Insurance Producer Sales
    • Insurance Customer Service Representative
    • Chief Financial Officer
    • Development Coordinator
    • Accountant
    • Director of Development
    • Purchasing & Inventory Control Assistant Manager
    • Career Planner
    • Youth Career Planner
    • Estate Assistant
    • Lawn Service Technician
    • Carpentry/Construction Teacher (School year-9 month position)
    • HVAC Instructor
    • Production Positions
    • New Products Research/Development/Design Engineer
    • Manufacturing Project Engineer
    • Heavy Equipment Operator & Truck Driver
    • Service Technician/Installer
    • General Construction Laborer
    • Deposit Operations Representative
    • Customer Service Representative
    • Loan Closing/Escrow Specialist
    • Loan Processing Representative
    • Licensed or Mental Health Level Therapists
    • Information Technology Director
    • Hardware Store Sales Associate
    • Auto Parts Sales Associate
    • Laborer/CDL Driver
    • Bookkeeper
    • School Psychologist
    • ​Customer Service Representative (Bank Teller)
    • ​Customer Service Representative (Bank Teller)
    • Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical & Appliance Repair Tech
    • Escape Room Game Master
    • Judicial Secretary
    • Tipstaff
    • Courtroom Tipstaff
    • Teacher Assistant
    • Facility Assistant
    • Bus Driver
    • Director
    • Production Packers (2nd Shift)
    • Business Services Coordinator
    • Career Planner (Youth Programs)
    • Customer Service Representative (Bank Teller)
    • Certified Peer Specialists
    • Practical Nursing Instructor
    • Elementary (Kindergarten) Instructor
    • Appliance Repair Technician
    • Physical Therapist
    • General Laborer
    • Mechanic - Electrical
    • Software Technology Positions
    • Implementation Lead
    • Business Analyst/Scrum Master
    • Medical Technician
    • Structural/Architectural Engineer
    • Office Specialist
    • Production Packer
    • Certified Occupation Therapy Assistant (COTA)
    • Ticket Agent
    • Wastewater Engineer
    • VP of Programming and Membership Education
    • Construction Laborer