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Fractional Services for Nonprofits: What to Know Before You Decide

Running a nonprofit often means balancing mission-driven work with tight budgets, limited staff, and a long list of administrative responsibilities. For many organizations, especially small to mid-sized nonprofits, hiring full-time professionals for every need just isn’t feasible. That’s where fractional services come in.

Fractional services, in a nonprofit context, refer to engaging specialized professionals on a part-time or project basis to provide expertise in a specific area, such as finances or […]

2026-05-03T22:21:49+00:00May 3, 2026|

Development Director – Grants | Person to Person

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Person to Person (P2P) seeks a Development Director for Grants to lead P2P’s institutional fundraising efforts, securing foundation, corporate, government, and other grant support for both restricted and unrestricted funding needs. This role researches, writes, and manages compelling grant proposals and reports, builds relationships with current and prospective funders, and identifies opportunities to grow and sustain funding through […]

2026-05-14T13:49:43+00:00April 30, 2026|

Senior Accountant (Part-time) | New Canaan Community Foundation

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New Canaan Community Foundation (NCCF) seeks to add a part-time position who will report directly to the Vice President. The Senior Accountant will oversee key accounting and financial operations to ensure accuracy, transparency, and compliance. Responsibilities include managing the accrual-based accounting system, producing timely financial reports, supporting the annual audit and tax filings, and leading monthly […]

2026-05-28T15:04:04+00:00April 28, 2026|

Executive Director | ImmaCare

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ImmaCare is seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Director to lead the organization into its next chapter. This is a unique opportunity to build on a strong foundation and elevate the visibility and impact of ImmaCare’s life-changing services. The ideal candidate will be a strategic and community-focused leader who can partner with the […]

2026-05-27T01:12:34+00:00April 14, 2026|

Executive Director | Positive Directions

 

 

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This is a unique opportunity to lead a well-established, highly respected organization at an important moment in its evolution.

Positive Directions is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and hands-on Executive Director who brings both vision and execution—someone who can inspire others, strengthen operations, deepen community relationships, and drive long-term sustainability.

Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director […]

2026-05-01T11:12:30+00:00April 13, 2026|

Deputy Executive Director | The Sharing Shelf

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The Sharing Shelf seeks a passionate and inspiration leader to join its senior leadership team. The Deputy Executive Director reports directly to the Executive Director and is responsible for the strategic leadership, oversight, and execution of all programs and community engagement efforts. Working in close partnership with the Executive Director and Board, the […]

2026-05-27T01:12:15+00:00April 7, 2026|

Navigating Uncertainty: Insights for Nonprofits in 2026

As nonprofits move further into 2026, the sector continues to operate in a landscape defined by rapid change, funding volatility, and evolving workforce expectations. The past several years have tested organizations across the country—but they have also revealed important lessons about resilience, leadership, and adaptability.

Debra Hertz, Managing Director of The Strategy Group, has spent the past year working alongside nonprofit leaders navigating these challenges. Her insights offer a practical perspective […]

2026-03-13T14:45:01+00:00March 13, 2026|

Please Help Yourself

PLEASE HELP YOURSELF 

If you haven’t yet accessed one of our four free downloads, please take advantage of them now—and/or share them with a friend! These great resources are all offered here for your easy access.

2026-03-04T15:56:09+00:00March 4, 2026|

Chief Executive Officer | Waterford Country School

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Waterford Country School (WCS) is seeking a mission-driven Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead its respected special education and child welfare organization at a pivotal moment. The CEO will oversee education, clinical, foster care, and residential programs—guiding more than 150 staff across 320 acres—while keeping children and families at the center of every decision. This […]

2026-05-06T14:02:32+00:00March 3, 2026|

Executive Director | Operation Hope of Fairfield

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Operation Hope of Fairfield is dedicated to ensuring no one in the community faces hunger or housing instability alone. The organization seeks a dynamic Executive Director to lead a transformative capital campaign and guide the transition into a new consolidated facility, an important moment of growth and change. Partnering with a committed Board, staff, and […]

2026-05-06T14:02:49+00:00February 24, 2026|
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