How to Start a California Nonprofit: A Practical Guide for New Organizations Starting a nonprofit in California is an exciting step. Whether your goal is to support a local cause, organize a community group, launch an educational program, create an alumni network or manage volunteers, a nonprofit gives your mission a formal structure. But creating … Read more
Membership and donation forms: simplify the management of your association with Kananas The digitalization of associations is no longer limited to communication or accounting. Today, members and donors expect simple, fast processes that are accessible from their smartphone. To meet these new expectations, Kananas now offers online forms dedicated to memberships, donations and questionnaires. With … Read more
Community and Club Events: Final Adjustments That Make a Big Difference Before Event Day Organizing a community event, fundraising gala, school fair, tournament, concert, dinner dance, open house or club celebration takes a lot of energy. Between registrations, communication, volunteers and logistics, the final weeks are often the most intense. Yet these last-minute adjustments often … Read more
How to Structure and Engage an Effective Alumni Network An alumni network is much more than a list of former students. For a school, college, training program or alumni association, it can become a powerful strategic asset: career development, student recruitment, brand reputation, accreditation, communication, fundraising and community engagement. When it is well structured, an … Read more
Online Payments for Clubs and Nonprofits Online payments for clubs and nonprofits have become essential for managing membership dues, events and donations. As digital habits continue to grow, offering a fast and secure payment experience is no longer a luxury — it is what members increasingly expect. For membership-based organizations, it is also a practical … Read more
Tracking Volunteer Hours and Skills : Turn Your Database into an Engagement Engine In many clubs and nonprofits, volunteer management still relies on static files: Excel spreadsheets, underused contact lists and information that is rarely updated. The problem?? These static databases cause organizations to lose sight of their most valuable asset: the energy and potential … Read more
Finding a sponsor for your club: best practices Sponsorship is a crucial funding lever for sports, cultural, or associative clubs. But how to attract the attention of potential partners? What steps should be taken? And most importantly, how to organize to effectively manage your partners? Here are some concrete tips, with a focus on Kananas, … Read more
How Harmony Dance Collective Transformed Its Annual Fundraising Gala with Kananas Every spring, the team at Harmony Dance Collective, a nonprofit dance organization, hosts its much-anticipated annual fundraising gala.This event brings together students, parents, and supporters to celebrate dance and raise funds for scholarships. But behind the scenes, preparing the gala was becoming a major … Read more
1. Understanding the Importance of a Well-Prepared Transition The president plays a central role in the management and representation of the association. A poorly managed transition can lead to: A well-organized handover not only maintains the association’s operations but also brings new momentum through the ideas of the new president. 2. Preparing for the Change … Read more
Online forms have arrived on Kananas. They allow you to send surveys, conduct polls, organize votes, and track results in real time. Examples: Start creating your form
