Nonprofits and Copyrights: What You Need to Know

February 2, 2010

Share This Insight

Stay Connected to Bold Thinking

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
Name*
By subscribing you agree to with our Privacy Policy and consent to receive updates.

When your organization develops a new tagline, designs a new logo, or publishes a great annual report (perhaps with the help of Mission Minded), often the next question is about protecting your intellectual property.

How do you ensure that your investment in effective communications isn’t watered down by plagiarism?

Kate Spelman offers a good overview of nonprofit copyright issues in the most recent issue of Blue Avocado. It’s a good basic primer for any nonprofit professional.

Of particular note is her discussion of Creative Commons, an alternative to traditional copyright and an approach favored by Mission Minded.

Related Insights

7 Ways Your Website Should Be Working Harder Than You Are

Webinar
Mission Minded brand guide cover: "5 Ways to Strengthen Your School's Brand Right Now"

5 Ways to Strengthen Your School’s Brand Right Now

Guide
Wooden letter tiles spelling "Fundraising" on a wood plank surface

How to Write a Compelling Case for Support: The 3-Part Formula Behind Multimillion-Dollar Campaigns

Article
Mission Minded guide cover: "How to Get Your Board on Board With Campaign Communications"

How to Get Your Board on Board With Campaign Communications

Guide