BristolWorks! – Membership Showcase June 2025
BristolWORKS! is a collaborative workforce development training center that helps all of CT.
Summer Safety: Stay Hydrated!
As the temperatures rise, so does the risk of heat-related illness—especially for employees working outdoors. Whether you’re supporting clients during community outings, working in a group home garden, or supervising recreational activities, staying hydrated is essential for your safety and performance.
Even mild dehydration can cause fatigue, dizziness, confusion, and muscle cramps. In extreme heat, it can lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke – which is a serious medical emergency.
Key Unemployment Tax Updates & Savings Opportunities
Social media updates emerge on a near daily basis regarding the freeze or cancellation of government funding and the weaponization of the IRS through legislation (for example, HR 9495) or executive action to target the tax-exempt status of certain nonprofits.
The Bridge Family Center Membership Showcase May 2025
Our Mission is to foster the courage and strength in children and families to meet life’s challenges and build fulfilling lives.
May 2025 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
I want to thank the TANGO community (members and partners) for all you do to make our world a better place. I created TANGO to corral support for the sector. We will hit 2000 nonprofit members any day now, a growing community for sure! So, thank you again for all you do to improve things for the next generation to come…whenever that may be!
2025: Cause for Concern or a Call for Action?
Social media updates emerge on a near daily basis regarding the freeze or cancellation of government funding and the weaponization of the IRS through legislation (for example, HR 9495) or executive action to target the tax-exempt status of certain nonprofits.
April 2025 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
As President and Founder of TANGO, and The TANGO Foundation one of my favorite “duties” is giving away money! But let’s be real here…I’m not simply giving away cash for the fun of it. We are making strategic investments, often referred to as Impact Investing.
Mercy Housing and Shelter Corporation Membership Showcase April 2025
Ben Bronz Academy helps students with learning challenges that include dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, executive functioning disorder, ADD/ADHD, Asperger’s syndrome (and other autism spectrum disorders (ASD), and processing & working memory difficulties.
March 2025 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
February has been a busy month, our travels have taken us from the frozen tundra of New England and the Capital Region of NY to the warming breezes of Georgia. The one common thread we’re seeing as we travel to speak with our TANGO members is “the times are different now…and we as nonprofits need to look at things differently.
Ben Bronz Academy Membership Showcase March 2025
Ben Bronz Academy helps students with learning challenges that include dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, executive functioning disorder, ADD/ADHD, Asperger’s syndrome (and other autism spectrum disorders (ASD), and processing & working memory difficulties.
How to Hire Well: What to do before you post your job
Learn the three crucial practices to consider as you prepare to hire the best possible talent: hire for character; invest time to fully understand the needs of the role; write a job posting that sings to the market.
February 2025 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
February has been a busy month, our travels have taken us from the frozen tundra of New England and the Capital Region of NY to the warming breezes of Georgia. The one common thread we’re seeing as we travel to speak with our TANGO members is “the times are different now…and we as nonprofits need to look at things differently.
Transparency, Efficiency, and Embracing Technology: A Nonprofit’s Guide to Blockchain
In order to best understand how blockchain might enhance and enrich the nonprofit space, the CT Blockchain Association has produced legible, concise video guides to blockchain basics, beginning with the fundamental questions: “what is blockchain?” and “how does blockchain work?”
Women’s Mentoring Network, Inc. Membership Showcase February 2025
Reliance Health provides services to adults with mental health, substance use, and/or developmental disabilities via 2 office locations in downtown Norwich, CT and 14 residential sites throughout Eastern Connecticut.
January 2025 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
Change is in the wind!
Habitat for Humanity North Central CT Membership Showcase January 2025
Reliance Health provides services to adults with mental health, substance use, and/or developmental disabilities via 2 office locations in downtown Norwich, CT and 14 residential sites throughout Eastern Connecticut.
2025 Outlook for Not-for-Profits: Insights from FML CPAs
As we enter 2025, not-for-profits are navigating an increasingly complex landscape. With potential changes in tax laws, economic uncertainty, and evolving donor expectations, not-for-profits must be proactive to remain sustainable and impactful. Here are a few key considerations that organizations should be aware of in the upcoming year.
Reliance Health Membership Showcase December 2024
Reliance Health provides services to adults with mental health, substance use, and/or developmental disabilities via 2 office locations in downtown Norwich, CT and 14 residential sites throughout Eastern Connecticut.
December 2024 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
Yes, that’s part of the lyrics from one of my favorite songs Old Man by Neil Young. I thought it a fitting title for this commentary. Not because I’m an old man (I really am) but because of the inspiration this song for some reason gives me. Maybe because of my “Old Man”, who was my mentor, I think he’d be proud of what we’ve accomplished in ‘24…and there’s so much more!
November 2024 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
Thank you for all you do!
As the founder and president of TANGO I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to our member nonprofits for their unwavering dedication to making a positive impact in our communities.
Kuhn Employment Opportunities, Inc. Membership Showcase November 2024
Balancing Mission and Workplace: Prioritizing Internal DEI Work in Nonprofits
Nonprofits come to us with a clear goal: to strengthen their DEI efforts so that they can better meet the needs of the communities they serve.
October 2024 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
The TANGO Story is not a complex one, with every new member we get a little stronger in our ability to give back through our collective professional endeavors.
Tax Credits for Clean Energy Technologies Now Available for Nonprofits
Exempt organizations can now benefit from tax credits for clean energy technologies under the Inflation Reduction Act and direct/elective pay – but the rules are complex to navigate.
September 2024 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
Here at TANGO things quickly ramp up with four big events happening:
Protect Your Employees: Prevent Slips, Trips & Falls
Understanding the prevalence, causes, and preventive measures associated with slip, trip, and fall injuries is essential for creating safer work environments and reducing injury rates.
Women’s Inspiration Night at the Connecticut Sun
August 2024 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
Here at TANGO things quickly ramp up with four big events happening:
Long-term, sustainable giving is key to arts and culture funding
Theater performances, concerts, gallery shows and museum galas aren’t just showcases for hard work, they are an opportunity for the public to donate while feeling boosted by the experience that was created by that group.
July 2024 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
Summertime! I hope you are all taking some time out of your busy life to enjoy this time of year.
Lowing Energy Costs by Managing Peak Demand
Learn how consumers can play an important role in the operation of the electricity grid by reducing or shifting their electricity usage during times of Peak Demand.
June 2024 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
Of all the things we do everyday to support the nonprofit sector, nothing gives me more pleasure than to recognize our Rising Star Scholarship recipients.
Enhancing Cybersecurity for Non-Profits with Zero Trust: A Modern Approach
According to the 2023 Cybersecurity Threat Trends report, non-profits are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals due to their often-lax security measures and valuable data. Adopting a Zero Trust model can significantly enhance a non-profit’s cybersecurity maturity.
May 2024 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
As we approach the half-way point of 2024, I would like to reflect on some of our accomplishments. These are all focused on achieving our established mission to “help nonprofits thrive” … from a business perspective.
Evaluating the U.S. Department of Labor’s Overtime Final Rule
April 2024 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
This month we had the good fortune to formally launch TANGO into New York City.
TANGO Blog
Our latest initiative, the “Out of the Box” campaign, launched during Autism Acceptance Month, challenges the stereotypes that often overshadow the unique abilities of individuals on the Autism Spectrum.
Navigating Conflicts of Interest By Julia Boisvert
What does a board of directors do when a director has a potential conflict of interest? Can a tax-exempt organization contract with a company owned by one of its officers or directors?
March 2024 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
This month we had the good fortune to formally launch TANGO into New York City.
How Grassroots Lobbying Can Broaden a Nonprofit’s Reach
Grassroots lobbying presents a powerful tool in a nonprofit organization’s arsenal of asserting its
significance and its message.
Empowering Nonprofits in the Digital Era: AI-Driven Solutions for Social Good
In today’s digital age, nonprofits are finding a powerful ally in Artificial Intelligence (AI). With resources often limited, AI offers smart solutions to tackle unique challenges faced by nonprofits.
February 2024 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
I am writing this as I fly back from Arizona. I have the honor of being a Trustee of Franklin Pierce University, we have campuses in New Hampshire, Arizona and Texas. This was my first visit to our Arizona campus, where we had a full day trustee meeting on Friday then had the opportunity to attend our White Coat graduation ceremony for our most recent class of Doctor’s of Physical Therapy.
January 2024 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
As many of you know we acquired the rights to show the Oscar nominated movie UnCharitable. It’s based on Dan Pollatta’s book and produced by acclaimed Hollywood Director Stephen Gyllenhaal.
Last Thursday evening was a cold and rainy, nasty night here in Hartford yet we filled the theatre at Trinity College with TANGO Members, all braving the weather to see the film UnCharitable.
Leveraging Technology to Improve Staffing in the Nonprofit Health & Human Services Space
Staffing has been especially challenging for nonprofit Health and Human Services (HHS) organizations in recent years. Staffing in this industry has always been particularly difficult due to limited budgets, high employee turnover rates, and the level of specialized skills and certifications required for these roles.
December 2023 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
Happy Holidays! 2023 was quite a year for us here at TANGO. We experienced unprecedented growth in our membership and most importantly a lot of positive feedback from many of you…thank you! This feedback is taken to heart and inspires us to do more to support the sector.
Why Video Communications is Crucial for Nonprofits
Why Video Communications is Crucial for Nonprofits
In an increasingly digital world, nonprofit organizations face the challenge of standing out and effectively conveying their messages. Video communication emerges as a powerful tool to meet this challenge. Here’s why:
How Nonprofits Can Engage in and Benefit from Government Relations
Learn how the cultivation of a robust and symbiotic relationship with local, state, or even national government by a nonprofit can be a mutually beneficial dynamic. This relationship can be facilitated by clear communication, gathering and organization of data, building key relationships, and alignment of an organization’s mission with public policy
November 2023 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
As we approach the end of the year we are on track to have experienced the biggest growth of our membership since the early days of our existence. This is exciting because member growth drives innovation and the subsequent resources that we can deliver into supporting the sector. The old adage “ the bigger we get, the more we can do to help the sector” is true!
October 2023 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
We’ve finally entered the Fall season; with that comes the beautiful foliage here in New England, the sweet taste of fresh apple cider from the local orchards and families getting together for the upcoming holidays. This is also the season of our Annual Conference which goes by the title “Building Bridges”.
Maximizing Nonprofit Impact: Leveraging Salary Budgets for Talent Acquisition Success
Nonprofits should carefully evaluate their budget constraints and consider the advantages of collaborating with Talent Acquisition firms. Redirecting funds from vacant position salaries should align with the organization’s broader financial strategy and mission.