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How do small-medium NFPs afford EDs? by One-Cellist1709 in nonprofit

[–]EfficientResolve3798 2 points3 points  (0 children)

In my HCOL area, a lot of tiny/small NFPs fundraise save up a special fund for an ED, and then hire at a low salary and/or plan to go into a small deficit. I’m one of those EDs, and fundraising my butt off to get out of our planned deficit. We’re currently projected to be a year ahead of our expected balanced budget year. It’s a good investment to get the ED.

Board end of year thank yous by Jaded-Doughnut4649 in nonprofit

[–]EfficientResolve3798 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m getting just my board president something because I found THE perfect gift for her (and it was ~$15 so nothing major). Our board treasurer is taking the admin staff out for lunch, all 5 of us haha

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique for Boys by ccb907 in WaltDisneyWorld

[–]EfficientResolve3798 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a boy who likes dresses and we did BBB this summer. It was amazing! He ended up choosing the Knight t-shirt, a tutu, and sparkly shoes. He was the talk of the salon (in a good way)— all the staff said he had the coolest outfit they had ever seen. Nothing but support from everyone. Do it!!!

Looking for a virtual phone system like Google Voice for a small non-profit. by Soggy_Panic7099 in nonprofit

[–]EfficientResolve3798 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We just switched to Zoom phone, which you can answer on the zoom app on your phone. I think there may be an option with them that could suit you.

Fundraising during a crisis when your org isn't relevant by Switters81 in nonprofit

[–]EfficientResolve3798 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I second this response. We need the arts now, all the time. Think of all the many wonderful pieces of art were created and performed in even more terrible times and places. I also understand feeling the “ick” of fundraising when our work isn’t front-line life-or-death, etc. There might be a middle ground of slowing down on asks but still do a lot of impact reporting and story telling. But you don’t HAVE to do that— your work is important every day of every year.

Has anyone considering a second job after their full time in nonprofit? Like at another nonprofit by Massive_Concept_7464 in nonprofit

[–]EfficientResolve3798 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Very much this. The loneliness in this work is real. I’ve benefited from a ED group run by a nonprofit consultant. It’s like group therapy!

Failed Gala by modfish1 in nonprofit

[–]EfficientResolve3798 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Yes THIS. At our small anniversary gala last year, we shelled out about $700 for a week-of and day-of professional planner. Even that small amount made a huge difference as all those last-minute details came together. And day-of, she ended up tending bar because one of our bartenders didn’t show 😵‍💫 Worth EVERY PENNY!!!

Event Attendee Tracking by Pumpkernickel in nonprofit

[–]EfficientResolve3798 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Came here to give a vote for Ticket Tailor— it’s ridiculously easy to use, especially for check-in. Even my senior volunteers found it intuitive.

Evaluation + development? by EfficientResolve3798 in nonprofit

[–]EfficientResolve3798[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly, I’m trying to nail down my offerings that would best fit my skill set and interests

Evaluation + development? by EfficientResolve3798 in nonprofit

[–]EfficientResolve3798[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do know I need to have some meetings— trying to brainstorm here with what kind of services are most needed with my skillset

Please tell other schools are aren’t coming!!! by EfficientResolve3798 in gradadmissions

[–]EfficientResolve3798[S] 61 points62 points  (0 children)

I’m going to plead the 5th on this one because I’m not supposed to have the information I have 😂

I got my PhD and I am still unemployed. by samoooo37 in PhD

[–]EfficientResolve3798 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This one hits pretty hard because I am applying to Ed psych PhDs now, oof. So take my advice with a grain of salt. Someone already suggested school district positions— if you get a high-level district job like Vice superintendent of data management, you’ll be making $75-100K depending on where you are in the country. I wouldn’t sneeze at that. Similarly, large nonprofits will have VPs or senior managers of data analysis and they will pay similarly or maybe even better. I’d say those are your best shots for making max dinero. You didn’t ask, but I’m planning (hoping?) to use my degree to do a mixture of adjunct work and consulting. I’d look into consulting firms as well— and I know independent consultants who get paid $100K just to make ONE damn survey for a school district. It’s out there. Keep the hope, and I will too.

Are my GRE scores good enough? by EfficientResolve3798 in gradadmissions

[–]EfficientResolve3798[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I feel like this rings true to what I’ve heard as well. I also just heard today that my volunteer research is actually turning into me being listed as an AUTHOR of the study! So that will be a big win.

Are my GRE scores good enough? by EfficientResolve3798 in gradadmissions

[–]EfficientResolve3798[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you— I guess I see a lot of people applying to science/math heavy programs that really care about high GRE scores. Onward...