This posting describes 2 organizational variants. The first occurs often, but nonetheless needs highlighting. I believe the second is rare and worth examining.A number of standard NFP's own, or partially own a commercial entity. These range from real estate and parking garages, to catering facilities, ticketing operations, and licensed software, e.g. Tessitura … [Read more...] about Some Creative Organizational Models…
Archives for February 2010
Why So Many 501 (c)3’s?
I grew up professionally in the 501(c)3 world. It was "the" aspirational model. At the time, in the late 1960's/early 1970's, I don't think anyone foresaw the enormous growth of these NFP's in the arts, or the concomitant problems this growth would cause. To get to a place where arts entities can freely consider alternative organizational models, it's essential to … [Read more...] about Why So Many 501 (c)3’s?
Does Sustainability Mean Artistic Success?
My recent post, Too Big to Succeed, generated some discussion about what constitutes success. I believe organizations would likely define success as implementation of their mission at the highest level permitted by their finances. Does this make sense? Yes, of course, but it obfuscates the delicate relationships within the production of the artistic … [Read more...] about Does Sustainability Mean Artistic Success?
Too Big To Succeed?
I have appreciated the many comments that my first blog engendered. My initial outline for future postings included "ranting" a bit about the systemic issues that make the standard NFP model dysfunctional, and then post some new and emerging models I've discovered. These models range from those currently in action to those still in construction. For artistic … [Read more...] about Too Big To Succeed?