Can (or should) small nonprofits compete with the big guys?

Welcome to Hardy Smith’s blog, where he shares experience and insight learned through decades in the corporate world and advocating on behalf of nonprofits and associations across America.

Hardy’s mission is to help maximize the performance of nonprofits and associations and their essential leadership teams.

If you’re seeking to triumph over communication challenges, bring meaningful and manageable solutions to, and realize measurable results of your organization, this blog will give you more than ideas — it will maximize your team’s performance like never before.

Can (or should) small nonprofits compete with the big guys?

Nationally known charities and causes can have a public relations or fundraising blitz that dominates all publicity outlets. Thousands of volunteers respond and huge amounts of money are collected. Meanwhile a local nonprofit with a purpose that is equally worthwhile can struggle to get the support it needs just to keep going.

Can (or should) small nonprofits compete with the big guys?

Nationally known charities and causes can have a public relations or fundraising blitz that dominates all publicity outlets. Thousands of volunteers respond and huge amounts of money are collected. Meanwhile a local nonprofit with a purpose that is equally worthwhile can struggle to get the support it needs just to keep going.