
Make a Difference in Black History Month
Since 1976, our country has celebrated Black History Month in February to recognize the contributions of Black Americans to our country's culture and history. It is an opportunity to honor the legacy, accomplishments, and societal impact of our fellow citizens. Taproot would like to highlight some of our nonprofit partners who are working in our Black communities to ensure a...
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Why Diversity on a Nonprofit Board Matters
Board diversity is critical to the success of every nonprofit’s work. And while 2021’s Leading with Intent study shows progress toward greater board diversity, more is possible. This blog illustrates the many benefits of board diversification and the actionable steps nonprofits can take. By increasing board diversity, nonprofits strengthen their connection to the people and communities they serve, reach new...
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Pro Bono Service Highlight: Booz Allen Hamilton and Thurgood Marshall College Fund
As part of our mission and programming, Taproot accelerates transformative value-based partnerships between organizations in the private and nonprofit sectors. Through pro bono service, Taproot is proud to support connections between companies that are passionate about advancing racial and social equity, like Booz Allen Hamilton, with organizations that are making strides in the field. Booz Allen Hamilton has partnered with...
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Celebrating Pride Month and Matt O’Grady Day at Taproot
Since 2008, the Taproot Foundation has been proud to celebrate a holiday we call Matt O’Grady Day. Matt O’Grady Day commemorates the legalization of same-sex marriage in the United States by celebrating the wedding anniversary of long-time Taproot staff member Matt O’Grady to his husband Steve Van Landingham. On June 19, 2008, Matt and Steve got married at San Francisco’s...
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How Can You Celebrate Juneteenth? Volunteer!
At Taproot, we are fueled by a core purpose – to drive positive social change. On the historic day of Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, we especially want to recognize and amplify the nonprofits who do crucial work for racial justice. To celebrate Juneteenth, we close our offices for the day and give...
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4 Qualities of an Effective Nonprofit Board
A nonprofit’s board of directors helps guide an organization, encourage innovation, and support long-term success. They act as passionate advocates for your cause and steer your nonprofit through internal and external challenges. But what makes for a strong nonprofit board? Here are 4 qualities of an ideal board that can best serve your nonprofit. 1. Experienced in critical service areas...
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Pro Bono + Inclusive Leadership: Cognizance of Bias
Taproot Foundation and Deloitte co-created Pro Bono + Inclusive Leadership as free resource for businesses that demonstrates how Deloitte has leveraged pro bono as one way to help develop inclusive leadership traits and how other companies can do the same. This profile from that resource showcases how a professional at Deloitte has connected pro bono experiences to their own leadership...
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Pro Bono + Inclusive Leadership: Courage
Taproot Foundation and Deloitte co-created Pro Bono + Inclusive Leadership as free resource for businesses that demonstrates how Deloitte has leveraged pro bono as one way to help develop inclusive leadership traits and how other companies can do the same. This profile from that resource showcases how a professional at Deloitte has connected pro bono experiences to their own leadership...
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Pro Bono + Inclusive Leadership: Commitment
Taproot Foundation and Deloitte co-created Pro Bono + Inclusive Leadership as free resource for businesses that demonstrates how Deloitte has leveraged pro bono as one way to help develop inclusive leadership traits and how other companies can do the same. This profile from that resource showcases how a professional at Deloitte has connected pro bono experiences to their own leadership...
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Pro Bono + Inclusive Leadership: Collaboration
Taproot Foundation and Deloitte co-created Pro Bono + Inclusive Leadership as free resource for businesses that demonstrates how Deloitte has leveraged pro bono as one way to help develop inclusive leadership traits and how other companies can do the same. This profile from that resource showcases how a professional at Deloitte has connected pro bono experiences to their own leadership...
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