The Dark Side of Doing Good: Nonprofit Disasters and How to Avoid Them

Doing good can go wrong! From botched events to donor drama and communication breakdowns, the nonprofit world is full of potential disasters. In this session, we’ll explore some of the scariest stories from the field—and share tips on how to avoid these common traps. Bring your own anonymized tales or learn from others as we offer insights into building stronger, more resilient nonprofits.

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