Nonprofit Counsel was created by the team behind For Purpose Law Group, a leading nonprofit law firm that has supported thousands of organizations since 2012.
With more than a decade of real-world experience guiding nonprofit leaders, we built this platform to go beyond legal support—offering the tools, strategies, and community every mission-driven leader deserves.
Nonprofit Counsel is more than a podcast—it's your go-to hub for expert conversations, actionable guidance, and values-rooted insights that support every stage of your nonprofit journey. From legal know-how to leadership strategy, we’re here to help you navigate complexity with confidence and lead your mission forward.
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Insurance isn’t optional for nonprofits — it’s essential. In this episode, May Harris is joined by Bill Brennan, Principal and CRO of CMR Risk & Insurance Services, to unpack the biggest risks nonprofit leaders face and how to protect against them.
Although the process of forming a nonprofit may initially appear daunting, gaining an understanding of the basic steps involved can greatly assist potential founders in planning and preparing effectively.
A bold new learning platform built for the real-world challenges of nonprofit leadership. No jargon. No overwhelm. Just expert-backed courses, strategic tools, and honest guidance to help you lead with confidence and clarity.
We skip the jargon and focus on what matters. Our podcast features candid conversations with nonprofit founders, seasoned advisors, and leaders who bring real-world experience and honest insight you can apply right away.
Our newsletter delivers more than inspiration. You’ll get clear, actionable guidance designed for the fast pace of nonprofit leadership, covering topics like governance, growth, fundraising, operations, and team culture.
Whether you're starting out or scaling impact, Nonprofit Counsel was built with you in mind. We create content that respects your time, reflects your values, and supports your work in meaningful, practical ways.
Inside the Leadership Accelerator, you'll find our full collection of tools, templates, and training. It's your central space for confident leadership, grounded in expert guidance and real nonprofit challenges.
Everything we publish is rooted in respect for the sector and the people in it. Our work is shaped by values like inclusion, transparency, equity, and a belief that nonprofit leaders deserve trusted support without condescension.
We don't just talk about leadership, we listen to it. Our content grows with your needs, shaped by the real questions and challenges nonprofit professionals face every day.
Nonprofit Counsel is powered by a team of values-driven professionals who understand the unique challenges of nonprofit leadership—and are here to help.
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