Why Are Nonprofits Experiencing An Insurance Crisis? And What Can the Nonprofit Sector Do About it?
Rising premiums, poor coverage from commercial carriers, and even the loss of coverage make it hard for nonprofits to get the insurance they need. But it doesn’t have to be that way.
Blue Avocado Recap: September 2025
Learn how nonprofits can proactively plan for troubled times, discover the benefits a specialist can bring, clarify board members' duties with a contract, and explore how to spot "quiet failure" before it can harm your nonprofit.
Women’s Clubs: Insurance Explained
Nonprofit women’s clubs enable women to support one another and their communities, but they can’t do it without insurance. What types of coverage are most important to these organizations? Here’s what some real NIA members had to say.
Vocational Training: Insurance Explained
Nonprofits that provide career and vocational training provide youth and adults the professional skills they need to succeed. Which insurance coverages are most important to these nonprofits? Here’s what some real NIA members had to say.
From the Claims Files: Retaliation
Thieves and vandals don’t want to work hard. Making your nonprofit a “high-risk, low-reward” target is one of the best ways to protect your property.
Music Boosters: Insurance Explained
Nonprofit music boosters provide essential support for music and musicians to thrive in their communities. So, when it comes to their insurance, what matters most these nonprofits? Here’s what some real NIA members had to say.
Blue Avocado Recap: August 2025
Strategies for a more active board, learn from "happy accidents" other nonprofits have made, requirements around voting by email, the effects of funder education and systemic change approaches on fundraising.
Performing Arts Centers: Insurance Explained
Nonprofit performing arts centers provide spaces for aspiring performers and creators to share their talents with the community. What do these nonprofits need most from their insurance provider? Here’s what some real NIA members had to say.
SB 29 (Laird) extends a COVID-era policy allowing extra-large payouts in personal injury suits. Attorneys will get richer at the expense of nonprofits.
Community Action Programs: Insurance Explained
Nonprofit community action programs work hard to support the people in their communities — so how can their insurance providers support them? Here’s what some real NIA members had to say.
From the Claims Files: Vandalism & Malicious Mischief
Thieves and vandals don’t want to work hard. Making your nonprofit a “high-risk, low-reward” target is one of the best ways to protect your property.
Counseling & Crisis Support: Insurance Explained
Nonprofit organizations provide counseling and support services to people in their communities — so how can insurance providers support them? Here’s what some real NIA members had to say.
From the Claims Files: Fender Benders
How long can your nonprofit be short a vehicle? Learn how providing photos with your auto claims can help your insurer get you back on the road faster.