Helping Nonprofits Create Twice the Impact in Half the Time at a Sustainable Pace
Nonprofits can start using Scrum for one agreed-upon focus area, such as a fundraising committee, and forming a cross-functional team of 3 to 9 people. By following a structured checklist that includes setting Sprint goals and maintaining work visibility, organizations can create twice the impact in less time. How to Build Your First Scrum Team To begin your Agile journey, you must first identify…
Nonprofits can improve their internal communication and project efficiency by mastering Scrum terminology. A shared language allows team members to align on goals and deliver mission-critical value more effectively. Our free guide breaks down the essential terms your organization needs in order to navigate the Agile landscape. Core Scrum Concepts and Artifacts Scrum relies on specific artifacts to make work visible and manageable. The most…
Nonprofit work is often at the mercy of external stakeholders, from foundations to community partners. When a stakeholder requests a timeline change mid-Sprint, it can feel like your entire plan is derailed. However, the Scrum framework provides specific pathways to handle these shifts without losing your momentum or your mind. Table of Contents Handling Interrupted Sprint Goals Using a “Definition of Ready” to Prevent…
In the world of nonprofits, we often feel like we’re wearing “all the hats” while trying to navigate a landscape that is constantly shifting. At Agile in Nonprofits, our mission is to help organizations move beyond the overwhelm and create twice the impact in half the time. I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with a group of dedicated nonprofit professionals to discuss the…
Which one is the right fit for you? The choice between Scrum Master and Product Owner is not a matter of which role is “better.” Both roles are essential for successful Agile implementation. Rather, the choice is about whether to concentrate on your nonprofit’s primary focus or its most immediate need. Each role supports one of those priorities in a team: The Product Owner…