RAISING A NONPROFIT in an early childhood world
Because strong organizations grow like children, one milestone at a time.
Early Childhood Nonprofit Champion
You care deeply about babies, young children, and families. You dedicate your heart, energy, and skills to helping them thrive. But running a nonprofit? That’s a whole different challenge.
RAISING A NONPROFIT in an early childhood world is written for leaders like you, those whose passion is enormous, whose commitment is unwavering, and whose mission matters but who are looking for support in navigating the complex, often confusing nonprofit landscape.
This book bridges the gap between early childhood practice and nonprofit leadership, translating complex ideas into approachable, practical wisdom.
Whether you are starting a new nonprofit, refining your current organization, or seeking to strengthen your leadership skills, this book is your companion for growth, clarity, and sustainable impact.
About The Book
Why write a book about nonprofits through an early childhood lens?
Because nonprofits, like children, grow and develop in stages. Some milestones are exciting and joyful, others are challenging and messy. But all are essential for strong, healthy growth. Early childhood nonprofits carry deep purpose, yet they need strong systems and structures to thrive.
This book helps leaders:
See the nonprofit world clearly without losing the joy and purpose that brought them there.
Understand how structure, policy, and planning can support, not stifle, mission-driven work.
Learn from both early childhood and broader nonprofit communities, bridging ideas in a practical, human-centered way.
What You’ll Learn
Through stories, metaphors, and hands-on insights, you’ll discover how to:
Grow your nonprofit like a child: Understand stages of development, anticipate milestones, and nurture progress.
Clarify roles and responsibilities: Learn how boards, staff, and volunteers can work in harmony.
Build structure with heart: Policies and procedures that support your mission, not replace it.
Tell your story through numbers: Budgeting and financial management explained in ways that connect to your purpose.
Plan strategically and creatively: Visioning and planning processes that are flexible, engaging, and meaningful.
Strengthen your village: Cultivate relationships, partnerships, and networks to sustain your mission.
Inside the Chapters
RAISING A NONPROFIT in an early childhood world guides you through the nonprofit journey as if it were a day in the life of a vibrant early childhood environment, full of discovery, growth, and meaningful milestones.
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Step into a space of possibility. Discover the strengths, creativity, and resilience already present in your organization and community.
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Every playground has rules; every nonprofit has structures that keep it moving. Learn the essentials that create safety, flow, and predictability, without dampening creativity or passion.
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Clarify the roles and responsibilities of board, staff, and leadership. Ensure everyone knows their hat so collaboration is smooth, and the organization can play to its strengths.
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Nonprofits, like children, grow in stages. Track your organization’s development, celebrate achievements, and understand how early childhood principles illuminate growth, potential, and challenges.
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Policies and procedures don’t have to be dull. They can be the foundation for safe, structured, and thriving play. Learn how to build systems that support mission and people alike.
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Budgets and numbers can feel intimidating, but this chapter shows how to demystify financial management. See your budget as a story, not just a spreadsheet, and use it to guide strategy and decision-making.
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Partnerships, collaborations, and internal relationships shape the nonprofit experience. Explore how to navigate this “jungle gym” thoughtfully, strengthening connections that elevate your work.
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Evaluation and learning are the heart of growth. Reflect on what you’ve learned, celebrate progress, and identify the next steps for your organization with clarity and confidence.
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No child - or nonprofit - grows alone. Build your village of supporters, partners, and champions who share your vision and help sustain your mission for the long term.
Why This Book Matters
Early childhood nonprofits are unique: they carry deep emotional purpose, yet they must navigate structures, compliance, and organizational complexity.
This book helps leaders bridge those two worlds. Turning passion into sustainable impact. Whether you are managing a small team, building a new nonprofit, or leading a mature organization, Raising a Nonprofit in an early childhood world offers guidance grounded in both wisdom and practical experience.
It’s not just a book. It’s a companion for the journey of raising a nonprofit thoughtfully, intentionally, and successfully.
