Nonprofit Professionals make a critical and irreplaceable contribution to our communities. Thank you to the thousands of individuals who dedicate their time, talents, and energy to making a difference in the world. As changemakers, you are on the frontlines of social change. With turmoil all around us, we can easily become overwhelmed and overworked. Here are 8 nonprofit-inspired inspirational quotes to remind you how important you are and to keep you motivated!

1. “If I cannot do great things, I can do small things in a great way.”

– Martin Luther King Jr.

2. “Whatever you are, be a good one.” – Abraham Lincoln

3. “Your greatness is not what you have, it’s what you give.” – Unknown

4. “If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.”

– Maya Angelou

5. “We are very very small but we are profoundly capable of very, big things.”

– Stephen Hawking

6. “Let your smile change the world. But don’t let the world change your smile.”

– Unknown

7. “A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle.” – Unknown

8. “Find something you are passionate about and let that drive you in this nonprofit world.” – Bob Kendrick


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