Symphonies & Orchestras: Insurance Explained
Many communities enjoy live musical performances thanks to the efforts of nonprofit symphonies and orchestras. These nonprofits need insurance — but what coverages do they need most? Here’s what some real NIA members had to say.
From the Claims Files: Physical Restraint
Nonprofits that work with vulnerable populations often face situations where safety concerns arise quickly and unpredictably.
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.
School Boosters: Insurance Explained
Nonprofit school boosters are a key source of support for the schools in their local community. What do these organizations need from their insurance? Here’s what real NIA members had to say.
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
When an employee claims they faced retaliation, a nonprofit’s employment decisions and other practices can come under close scrutiny, just like any other employer.
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.