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2 strategies and tactics for Nonprofit

What is Nonprofit strategy?

Team success often hinges on the ability to develop and implement effective strategies and tactics. It's a bit like playing chess, except that you have more than 1 player on each side.

Crafting the perfect Nonprofit strategy can feel overwhelming, particularly when you're juggling daily responsibilities. That's why we've put together a collection of examples to spark your inspiration.

Copy these examples into your preferred app, or you can also use Tability to keep yourself accountable.

How to write your own Nonprofit strategy with AI

While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. You can use our free AI generator below or our more complete goal-setting system to generate your own strategies.

Nonprofit strategy examples

You will find in the next section many different Nonprofit tactics. We've included action items in our templates to make it as actionable as possible.

Strategies and tactics for sourcing Neurodiverse Talent

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Partner with specialised organisations

    • Identify key organisations focusing on neurodiversity employment, like Autism Speaks and Integrate Autism Employment Advisors
    • Establish contact and build relationships with these organisations
    • Organise joint workshops and webinars to understand best practices
    • Create a formal agreement outlining collaboration terms and benefits
    • Share job specifications and requirements with partner agencies
    • Request access to their talent pool for potential candidates
    • Set up regular meetings to discuss candidate progress and feedback
    • Develop joint marketing materials for outreach programmes
    • Invite partners to participate in company career events
    • Continuously evaluate partnership effectiveness and seek feedback

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Engage candidates directly through innovative programs

    • Organise neurodiversity-focused job fairs
    • Develop interactive problem-solving events and challenges
    • Advertise events within neurodiverse communities and networks
    • Utilise feedback from events to improve future engagement
    • Ensure events are accessible and inclusive for all participants
    • Gather data on candidate performance in challenges for assessment
    • Invite industry experts to speak at events and share insights
    • Create a supportive environment during events to ease candidate anxiety
    • Follow up with participants post-event to maintain engagement
    • Make offers to candidates showcasing the desired skills and potential

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Implement an internship-to-hire pipeline

    • Design an internship programme targeting neurodiverse candidates
    • Collaborate with partners to set objectives and selection criteria
    • Advertise internships through specialised agencies
    • Ensure the programme accommodates diverse learning styles
    • Provide mentors to support interns throughout their placement
    • Evaluate intern performance with a focus on strengths and growth areas
    • Offer training sessions focusing on workplace adaptation
    • Identify appropriate full-time roles for successful interns
    • Prepare transitioning interns with necessary resources and support
    • Review the internship programme annually for improvements
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Strategies and tactics for establishing a veteran support nonprofit organization

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Conduct thorough research and planning

    • Identify the main goals and objectives of the nonprofit organization
    • Research existing veterans' organizations and analyze their successful practices
    • Construct a detailed business plan outlining services, operations, and funding needs
    • Register the organization with the appropriate state authorities
    • Apply for tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) with the IRS
    • Develop a clear and compelling mission statement
    • Create bylaws and establish a board of directors
    • Determine the needed resources, including staff, volunteers, and facilities
    • Prepare a budget outline and a financial plan
    • Identify potential legal and compliance issues and consult a legal advisor

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Establishing fundraising channels and events

    • Identify target demographics and potential donors
    • Develop a fundraising strategy that includes diverse sources such as grants, donations, and sponsorships
    • Organize a launch event to introduce the nonprofit and its mission
    • Plan and execute fundraising events like charity golf tournaments and social activities
    • Collaborate with local businesses and sponsors for event support
    • Explore partnerships with professional sports teams for fundraising opportunities
    • Launch an online fundraising campaign through crowdfunding platforms
    • Create merchandise to sell and promote organization awareness
    • Engage local media to promote events and fundraising efforts
    • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of fundraising activities to refine future efforts

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Building a strong veteran network

    • Initiate outreach programs to connect with veterans interested in the network
    • Facilitate regular social gatherings and networking events for veterans
    • Create and maintain a database of veterans and their experiences and interests
    • Develop an online platform or social media group for veterans to connect and communicate
    • Collaborate with veteran-support organizations to expand network opportunities
    • Host workshops and seminars on topics relevant to veterans, like employment and education
    • Provide mentorship programs allowing experienced veterans to guide newer members
    • Foster partnerships with local veteran-friendly businesses for network member benefits
    • Recognize and celebrate the achievements and contributions of veteran network members
    • Collect feedback from participants to improve and expand network offerings
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How to track your Nonprofit strategies and tactics

Having a plan is one thing, sticking to it is another.

Don't fall into the set-and-forget trap. It is important to adopt a weekly check-in process to keep your strategy agile – otherwise this is nothing more than a reporting exercise.

A tool like Tability can also help you by combining AI and goal-setting to keep you on track.

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Planning resources

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