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.
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.
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.
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:
Capital Workforce Partners
Capital Workforce Partners manages a diverse portfolio of projects and services for local jobseekers and businesses.
August 2024 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
Here at TANGO things quickly ramp up with four big events happening:
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.
Favarh
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.
H.O.P.E Partners of Farmington (formally Services for the Elderly)
YWCA Hartford Region
Serving nearly 1,800 people annually in our community, YWCA Hartford Region helps women, youth and families bridge educational, career and financial gaps and helps prepare them for life-long stability and economic security.
April 2024 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
This month we had the good fortune to formally launch TANGO into New York City.
CT Family Support Network (CTFSN) April Membership Showcase
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.
EASTCONN March Membership Showcase
Established in 1980, EASTCONN is a public non-profit Regional Educational Service Center (RESC) that provides high-quality, cost-effective educational and related services to 33 towns and 36 school districts in northeastern Connecticut.
A Little Compassion, Inc. February Membership Showcase
A Little Compassion, Inc. is a non-profit organization with a mission focused on three key goals. We work to create employment opportunities for young adults with autism, and other types of neurodiversity, helping them transition into adulthood.
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.
Leveraging Position Control & Retention Strategies to Address the Workforce Crisis
The way nonprofits operate is fundamentally different and often more complex than most for-profit companies. This is especially true when it comes to staffing and workforce management amidst today’s workforce crisis. With labor costs consuming up to 80% of nonprofit budgets, it’s essential for your organization to proactively manage staffing levels, maximize budgets, and reduce staff […]
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.
Greater New Britian Teen Pregnancy Prevention, Inc. – Membership Showcase
Connecticut Foodshare supports individuals and families – from one end of the state to the other – by addressing root causes, creating long-term solutions, and distributing nutritious food through local partner programs in an effort to alleviate hunger.
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:
Harc, Inc. – Membership Showcase
Connecticut Foodshare supports individuals and families – from one end of the state to the other – by addressing root causes, creating long-term solutions, and distributing nutritious food through local partner programs in an effort to alleviate hunger.
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!
The Connecticut Women’s Consortium – Membership Showcase
Connecticut Foodshare supports individuals and families – from one end of the state to the other – by addressing root causes, creating long-term solutions, and distributing nutritious food through local partner programs in an effort to alleviate hunger.
Community Mental Health Affiliates (CMHA) – Membership Showcase
Connecticut Foodshare supports individuals and families – from one end of the state to the other – by addressing root causes, creating long-term solutions, and distributing nutritious food through local partner programs in an effort to alleviate hunger.
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.
September 2023 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
Fall is upon us. It is truly is one of my favorite times of year here in New England . With it always comes a significant increase in activity as we move toward the close of another year.
As TANGO Member’s you will see an acceleration in the number of workshops and webinars we are hosting. This includes two of our most popular events; TANGO’s HR Forum, slated to take place on October 5th.
Partners Perspective – September 2023
Connecticut Foodshare – Membership Showcase
Connecticut Foodshare supports individuals and families – from one end of the state to the other – by addressing root causes, creating long-term solutions, and distributing nutritious food through local partner programs in an effort to alleviate hunger.
August 2023 – Founders Forum by Rollin Schuster
I love summer time and hope you had an opportunity to take a break and enjoy some time with family and friends. The older I get the faster time seems to fly by and I find it hard to believe that Fall is upon us.