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Nonprofit executive in a coaching conversation with a professional leadership coach

GuideLeadership

20 min read

February 25, 2026

Nonprofit Executive Coaching: What It Is, When You Need It, and How to Find the Right Coach

Most nonprofit executive directors operate without the one resource that leaders in every other sector consider essential: a coach. This practitioner's guide covers what nonprofit executive coaching actually is, when it makes the biggest difference, what to look for in a coach, and how to build a coaching engagement that produces real leadership growth — not just another line item in your professional development budget.

Drew Giddings

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Professional mentoring session between senior and emerging nonprofit leaders

ArticleLeadership Development

11 min read

January 10, 2026

Nonprofit Succession Planning: Ensuring Leadership Continuity

Executive transitions are inevitable, yet most nonprofits remain unprepared. A strategic succession plan protects your mission, preserves institutional knowledge, and positions your organization for continued impact—whether the transition is planned or unexpected.

Drew Giddings

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