The Helia Library
Every challenge you're facing, someone has navigated before. Get going today with our practical tools, honest insights, and real stories from humans who've been there β all designed to help you move from stuck to solution.
Meet our Contributors
All Articles
HeliaConnects Snapshot: Staffing Decisions Under Pressure
This snapshot gives targeted advice for navigating complicated staffing decisions on a short timeline.
Finding Your People
A structured reflection to help you hire for your real cultureβnot the one in your values statement.
Different Cultures Need Different Humans
Get Honest About Your Culture Before You Interview Anyone
The Why Interview Template
Your recipe for finding people who'll truly thrive at your organization.
Right Role Right Level Template
Use this before writing the job description to make sure you're hiring for the right role at the right level.
Common Roles Reference Guide
A reference table breaking down common roles across five functions (ops, development, sales, program, product) β with quick descriptions, sample responsibilities, what they WON'T do, and salary ranges.
The Right Role at the Right Level
Delegation shouldn't feel like throwing work over a wall and hoping for the best. Laila's approach transforms delegation from a task handoff into a strategic setup
Delegation Conversation Scripts
Language for handoffs, check-ins, and the moments when things go sideways.
Delegation That Actually Works
Delegation shouldn't feel like throwing work over a wall and hoping for the best. Laila's approach transforms delegation from a task handoff into a strategic setup
Resource: 3 Month Non-Profit Budget Workplan (UX3)
A 3 month budget workplan for non-profits including timeline, key activities, and who does what (AND a bonus budget template!)
Health of the Pipeline Tracker
A market research approach to understanding what candidates actually want
Monthly Close Checklist
What to review every single month to ensure timely financials - itβs CRITICAL!
Net Asset Roll Forward Template
As a nonprofit, so much of your revenue is not recognized in the moment. You might raise $3 million in multi-year grants - none of that's going to show up on your P&L. This template will give you a real time pulse on what's actually happening.
From Helia Collective and Team Member Andrea Chen!
Net Asset Roll Forward: The Financial Tool Every Org with Restricted Revenue Needs
Andrea's net asset roll forward system transforms the nightmare of compliance into a strategic management tool that actually helps you run your organization β and gives you the real-time pulse you need to make smart decisions.