If you’ve ever worked for a nonprofit, you’ve probably heard the phrase “we need to tell our story better.” It’s right up there with “we need more funding” and “who took the last cup of coffee and didn’t make more?”

Enter nonprofit communications—the strategic, intentional way nonprofits share their stories, engage their communities, and build support. But nonprofit communications isn’t just about making things look pretty or posting on social media (though we love a good Instagram post). It’s about clarity, connection, and impact.

So, what exactly is nonprofit communications, and how does it work?

If you’re running a small nonprofit with a limited budget and a small staff, you might think that using artificial intelligence (AI) tools is something only large organizations can benefit from. But here's the good news: there are free and affordable AI tools out there that can make your job easier and help your nonprofit operate more efficiently.

The wave of Presidential Executive Orders (EOs) has created a storm of uncertainty for nonprofits, particularly those in the human services sector. With legal challenges and shifting interpretations, it’s difficult to predict how these policies will play out—or how to explain them to clients and stakeholders. But before you start sounding alarm bells (or consider moving to a remote cabin with no Wi-Fi), let’s talk about how your nonprofit can use solid crisis communications strategies to keep your stakeholders informed, engaged, and—most importantly—not panicked.