The Power of Collaboration and Consensus in Nonprofit Leadership
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 27, 2024
In nonprofit leadership, the synergy between collaboration and consensus is crucial for driving sustainable impact and success. Here's why.
Meet Patrick Arthur Jackson, the 2024 Nonprofit Leadership Conference Emcee
NonProfit Leadership Center
AUGUST 19, 2024
The Nonprofit Leadership Center will bring nearly 1,000 nonprofit and community leaders together for a day of collaboration, conversation and education at the 2024 Nonprofit Leadership Conference: It Starts With Us on October 8. I’ve always been called to work that gives back to the community I exist in.
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Get Featured at the 2023 Nonprofit Leadership Conference: Submit Your Photos & Video
NonProfit Leadership Center
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
On October 19 and 20, 2023, hundreds of nonprofit and business leaders will come together at the highly anticipated Nonprofit Leadership Conference , hosted by the Nonprofit Leadership Center and presented by Bank of America. Please submit photos and/or video content that shows your nonprofit collaborating.
Christian Brothers University and Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Announce National Partnership
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
MARCH 10, 2023
org Christian Brothers University and Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Announce National Partnership Kansas City, Mo. – The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance welcomes Christian Brothers University Graduate School of Business a s the newest university to join its Campus Partnership Program. Dorothy Norris-Tirrell, P h.D.,
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Supporting Kansas City Nonprofit Professionals: Nonprofit Connect and Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Invest in Local Nonprofit Leaders with CNP Program
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
JANUARY 31, 2025
billion in revenue, employ thousands, and fuel social change that strengthens and uplifts our entire community ( Nonprofit Connect, Kansas City). Invest in the nonprofit sector. ACNP, President of the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance. Together, they annually contribute over $18.5 How can we support them?
8 Nonprofit Leaders Graduate with Certificate in Nonprofit Management
NonProfit Leadership Center
JULY 24, 2023
This week, eight learning-focused leaders graduated with their Certificate in Nonprofit Management from the University of Tampa, all while balancing full-time work. The program culminated on July 24, 2023, with students presenting comprehensive nonprofit plans to a panel of senior leaders (as shown below). Executive Director, James B.
Chief Storyteller & Nonprofit Leader to Emcee 2023 Nonprofit Leadership Conference
NonProfit Leadership Center
AUGUST 14, 2023
According to Ernest Hooper, renowned storyteller and nonprofit leader in Tampa Bay, it’s collaboration and shared knowledge. As nonprofits continue to emerge from a challenging few years, the Nonprofit Leadership Conference is like a charging station for the nonprofit sector.
Two Nonprofit Leadership Center Staff Members Receive Promotions, Assume New Responsibilities
NonProfit Leadership Center
JANUARY 29, 2024
The Nonprofit Leadership Center is thrilled to announce two well-deserved promotions for staff members Meriel Martínez and Jamiel Maze. Meriel Martínez Assumes New Position as Director of Programs & Inclusion Meriel Martínez has been promoted to director of programs and inclusion at the Nonprofit Leadership Center.
Bridging Generational Divides in Nonprofit Staff: 7 Steps
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
JUNE 5, 2024
In the diverse tapestry of nonprofit organizations, one challenge that often arises is the generational and knowledge divide among employees. With multi-generational staff and varying levels of experience, nonprofits must navigate these divides to foster collaboration, innovation, and shared success.
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Making the Case for Training & Development from Funders: 6 Keys to Nonprofit Growth
NonProfit Leadership Center
JULY 31, 2023
6 Reasons Funders Should Invest in Nonprofit Training & Development As a nonprofit that exists to support the capacity, growth and success of other nonprofits, the Nonprofit Leadership Center believes leadership and lifelong learning are inextricably linked. That’s a case worth making.
2022 Nonprofit Leadership Conference Breakout Speakers & Sessions
NonProfit Leadership Center
AUGUST 22, 2022
The past few years have required nonprofit professionals to dig deep, think differently and work together to support communities. At the 2022 Nonprofit Leadership Conference on December 1 , presented by Bank of America, you’ll reignite your calling to nonprofit work and come together with peers and partners to chart the path forward.
Rebecca Cantrell, ACNP: The Greene County Force behind United Way of the Greater Dayton Area
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
Encouraged by her professor, she discovered the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance’s Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) program. Six months later, she was ready to start a remarkable career in the nonprofit sector. I still reference the material and competencies I learned through my CNP training,” she says.
Boosting Nonprofit Performance: Unleashing the Power of Effective Teams
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
AUGUST 8, 2023
Foster a Culture of Teamwork and Collaboration: Encourage team members to work together, leveraging their diverse skills and expertise. Create opportunities for collaboration to promote knowledge sharing and innovation. Support ongoing learning through mentorship programs or online resources.
Uplifting Southeast Michigan: Charnae Sanders’s Dedication to Detroit
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
OCTOBER 5, 2023
. “We exist to support nonprofits so they can better support their communities,” Charnae explains. From administering grant programs to facilitating workshops, Co.act Detroit’s collaborative efforts ripple through Detroit’s neighborhoods. “I just loved the experience of connecting with the community.
Communicating With Confidence: 5 Tips to Communicate With Groups Effectively
NonProfit Leadership Center
JUNE 3, 2024
So, how can your nonprofit communicate more effectively to achieve its intended impact? Nonprofit Leadership Center trainer and communications coach, BeverlyAnn Foster , offers five tips for navigating team dynamics to communicate with confidence. Practice M.I. communication. Know how to support your team. Avoid ethnocentrism.
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Nonprofit Externship Program Selects 5 Promising CNP Students
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
DECEMBER 5, 2023
The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance is proud to introduce the five students taking part in its inaugural Externship Program, a program designed to nurture and empower the next generation of nonprofit leaders. Mentorship Opportunities: Guidance from seasoned professionals within the nonprofit sector.
Nonprofit Leadership Group Coaching: All Your Questions Answered
Nonprofit Fixer
MAY 22, 2024
The Fixer Fellowship is a suite of resources designed to work together to propel your nonprofit leadership forward. This is where we chat, collaborate, support each other, discuss our wins and challenges and review each others’ work. You can pay $250 a month for 12 months if you would like a payment plan.
Service to Impact: Veteran Leadership in Nonprofits
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
MAY 22, 2024
The Power of Teamwork Teamwork is at the heart of all military operations, where success often hinges on seamless collaboration and unity of purpose. Nonprofits are often small teams trying to accomplish huge things, and so the same collaborations and purpose are a vital part of success.
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Nonprofit Support for Hurricane Recovery
NonProfit Leadership Center
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Tampa Bay Resiliency Fund Needs Assessment The Tampa Bay Resiliency Fund is a strategic collaboration of the Pinellas Community Foundation, Allegany Franciscan Ministries, Foundation for a Healthy St. This partnership was launched to help critical nonprofit organizations that aid the community during times of disaster.
Strategic Nonprofit Growth: Navigating the 7 Stages
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
JULY 2, 2024
Developing new programs and initiatives that address community needs effectively requires careful research, collaboration with stakeholders, and alignment with organizational priorities and resources. Consider the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance’s Designing Nonprofit Programs Certificate Training. Did you enjoy this story?
Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) Takes New Position at Kansas City Public Schools
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
AUGUST 15, 2023
Joining KCPS in 2011, Nicole embraced the challenges of engaging communities, attending neighborhood association meetings, hosting public events, and collaborating with local organizations. The post Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) Takes New Position at Kansas City Public Schools appeared first on Nonprofit Leadership Alliance.
Available Funding Opportunities for Local Nonprofits
NonProfit Leadership Center
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Current funding categories include: Capacity-building Research Professional development/training Programmatic operations Multi-sector collaboration Nonprofits must serve Zip codes in South St. Petersburg, including 33705, 33711 and 33712.
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Building Community Through Soccer: Maigan T. Bridgette’s Story at Sporting Kansas City
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
MARCH 28, 2024
A Foundation in Nonprofit Management During her time at Rockhurst University, Maigan dove into the world of nonprofits, earning her CNP credential while completing her bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Leadership Studies. Bridgette’s Story at Sporting Kansas City appeared first on Nonprofit Leadership Alliance.
23 Leaders Selected for 2024 Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards Fellowship
NonProfit Leadership Center
AUGUST 6, 2024
Melissa Morin Director, University of South Florida Foundation Melissa Morin, director at the University of South Florida Foundation, is one of 23 outstanding professionals of color selected to participate in the Nonprofit Leadership Center’s 2024 Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards Fellowship.
Elevate Conference 2025: Take Your Nonprofit Off Autopilot
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
2025 is the year your nonprofit organization needs to take its future seriously. The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance’s Elevate Conference is your opportunity to come together, spark new ideas, and cultivate the connected communities needed to drive meaningful change. Let’s lead the charge together.
32 Rising Nonprofit Leaders Chosen for 2023 Certificate in Leadership
NonProfit Leadership Center
MARCH 20, 2023
In fact, it’s one of the most significant challenges new managers and nonprofit leaders tell us about. That’s why the Nonprofit Leadership Center created the Certificate in Leadership program. For questions and more information about the Certificate in Leadership, contact us at info@nlctb.org or 813-287-8779.
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How Global Talent Enriches a Global Health Organization
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
These are the pillars on which we build our organizational culture: Inclusive collaboration, respect, commitment to learning and adaptability. Consider these four pillars to build a culture in which everyone feels welcome: Four Pillars to Build an Inclusive Culture Inclusive collaboration is the key to success.
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Get Inspired: 40 Quotes About Nonprofit Leadership and Fundraising
Nonprofit Fixer
APRIL 22, 2024
.” - Jennifer Thompson, National Association of Social Workers New Jersey/Delaware Tips for Running a Sustainable Nonprofit Running a nonprofit is never easy, but it can be rewarding. These inspiring quotes provide a little extra insight into how to find sustainability in nonprofit leadership and impact.
31 Local Nonprofit Professionals Selected for Emerging Leadership Program
NonProfit Leadership Center
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
A new manager recently shared this with us as he takes on a new role: “ It is the first time my position has existed at my nonprofit, and I’m concerned about how to best develop and support my team members.”
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Learning That Changes Lives: Local Leader Shares Journey to Nonprofit Success
NonProfit Leadership Center
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Collaborative. when she thinks about the Certificate in Nonprofit Management graduate program at the University of Tampa. But would this experience translate to a nonprofit career? Two mentors at the Nonprofit Leadership Center recommended the Certificate in Nonprofit Management,” Erin recalls. “I
Nonprofit Leadership Transition: Best Practices
NonProfit Hub
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
The notion of “leaving well” is subjective and, of course, there are an unfathomable number of unique elements in every nonprofit leadership transition. As you can see, providing 3-4 months of notice is customary and sometimes necessary for a successful nonprofit leadership transition.
Just Announced! 2023 Spring Nonprofit Training Events
NonProfit Leadership Center
MARCH 6, 2023
Here at the Nonprofit Leadership Center, we believe spring is the perfect time to make plans for your personal and professional development. During this interactive course taught by nonprofit leader Mandy Cloninger , you’ll explore the various types of strategic collaborations, including partnerships, mergers and acquisitions.
20 Leaders Selected for 2023 Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards Fellowship
NonProfit Leadership Center
AUGUST 7, 2023
Tina James Senior Manager of Corporate Social Responsibility, Florida Blue Tina James, the senior manager of corporate social responsibility at Florida Blue, is one of 20 outstanding professionals of color selected to participate in the Nonprofit Leadership Center’s 2023 Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards Fellowship.
Overcoming Barriers to influence: Leading without Formal Authority
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
OCTOBER 4, 2023
However, you probably work at an organization where each department works in a “horseshoe” format – meaning nobody collaborates well and communication takes way too long – traveling up the chain of command, across, and then back down. It means helping them solve their most pressing issues in a collaborative process.
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Nonprofit Leadership Isn’t Perfect, and That’s the Point
Blue Avocado
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
As technology and markets shift, effective leadership requires staying curious and open, encouraging continuous development, and recognizing that the skills needed today may not be sufficient tomorrow. Leadership becomes less about direction and more about cultivating adaptability. I think the same could be said for leadership.
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4 Digital Marketing Tips for Social Impact Organizations
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
JANUARY 3, 2023
Collaborate with nonprofit influencers. One of the best ways to get your content in front of new audiences is by collaborating with nonprofit influencers with significant viewership. Plus, you don’t have to partner with household names for your collaboration to be successful.
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5 Tips to Nurture a Flourishing Nonprofit Work Environment
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
OCTOBER 16, 2023
eCardWidget’s guide to workplace culture recommends finding ways to make work more collaborative and get different team members involved. Get nonprofit tips and tools delivered right to your inbox by joining The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Newsletter.
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Keeping the Dream Team: Unleashing the Power of Employee Retention in Nonprofits
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
JULY 10, 2023
Beyond the cost associated with replacement, high turnover rates also result in loss of institutional knowledge, lower productivity and morale, and community image issues. To help you better understand the “hidden” costs of employee turnover, the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance has created a free Cost of Employee Turnover Calculator.
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3 Nonprofit Tips to Secure Effective Corporate Partnerships
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
APRIL 24, 2024
By acquiring philanthropic partners and showing the value of collaborating with your organization, you can secure their long-term support! Get nonprofit tips and tools delivered right to your inbox by joining The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Newsletter. Did you enjoy this story?
The Future of Fundraising: 3 Tips to Leverage Nonprofit AI
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
DECEMBER 4, 2024
To inform your nonprofit’s guidelines for leveraging AI properly, use the Responsible AI Framework (developed by the Fundraising.ai Collaborative ) as your foundation. Collaboration to learn from other organizations committed to responsible AI use. Its tenets include: Privacy and security to protect personal and sensitive data.
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Using AI, Maintaining Trust: 3 Key Strategies for Nonprofits
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
JANUARY 16, 2024
Collaborative, can be incorporated into your organization’s operations to ensure you’re getting the most out of your AI tools while maintaining a high standard of ethical use. Collaboration: Engage with fellow fundraising professionals committed to responsible AI use. This Framework , developed by the Fundraising.AI
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When Does Interim Nonprofit Leadership Make Sense?
Blue Avocado
JANUARY 7, 2025
The outgoing ED may even actively participate in the search for an interim and/or the permanent replacement and all key staff and stakeholders can be involved in a collaborative manner. A relevant example involves the merger of two nonprofits in the financial sector that resulted in a leadership transition.
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Addressing the Nonprofit Workforce Crisis: 4 Practical Strategies
NonProfit Leadership Center
MARCH 25, 2024
At the Nonprofit Leadership Center, we’re on a mission to develop and connect nonprofit leaders to strengthen organizations and our communities. However, recent research from the Florida Nonprofit Alliance and National Council of Nonprofits shows that our sector is experiencing a workforce shortage crisis.
Together We Will: 3 Questions & 3 Promises to Our Nonprofit Community
NonProfit Leadership Center
OCTOBER 24, 2023
The 2023 Nonprofit Leadership Conference was an amazing moment. As I looked out at the crowd of more than 750 nonprofit professionals and business leaders who gathered at the Hilton Tampa Downtown, I saw some of the most mission-centered and generous people in our communities. More than some of us. More than a lot of us.
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