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Shaping a better world through nonprofit leadership.
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The Alliance Blog
Shaping a better world through nonprofit leadership.
Types of Tools to Strengthen Your Grants Compliance Approach
When grant funding is an important revenue source, grant compliance becomes critical to nonprofit success.
Introducing April 2025’s Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) Cohort
The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance is proud to introduce April 2025’s Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) Professional
How Darcy Swan, CNP, Leads Youth Development at the YMCA of Greater Kansas City
Amid a whirlwind of shifting priorities and tight deadlines looming in 2025, Darcy Swan, CNP,
5 Steps to Hosting a Fundraiser for Animal-Related Causes
Animal shelters, rescue groups, and conservation organizations rely on their communities’ generosity to provide care
Making a Difference: Ian Adair, ACNP, CEO of the Seattle Police Foundation
Ian Adair, MS, ACNP, four time nonprofit CEO and one of the first 50 professionals
Guarding Trust: Overlooked Factors That Protect Your Nonprofit’s Reputation
For nonprofits, reputation isn’t just important. It’s everything. Trust is the foundation of donor relationships,
9 Essential Nonprofit Management Skills & Development Tips
As a nonprofit professional, you understand that investing in your staff is the best way
Elevate 2025 On Demand: The Nonprofit Conference Everyone’s Talking About
Couldn’t make it to the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance’s annual Elevate Conference on February 25-27th, 2025?
Thinking About Crowdfunding? 4 Things to Know First
While nonprofits can and should buck the overhead myth, there’s still some logic in it.
4 Key Components of a Successful Online Fundraising Store
From door-to-door sales to tedious event planning, traditional fundraising can feel exhausting and time-consuming. While
5 Signs Your Employees are Burned Out + What to Do About It
The nonprofit sector is full of passion and pressure—passion for changing the world for the
The Art of the A-Thon: A How-To Guide for A Memorable Fundraising Event
The most successful fundraisers put the “fun” in fundraising, which is why a-thons are so
5 Common Misconceptions (& Realities) About Nonprofit Audits
It’s no secret that effective financial management is critical for nonprofits to thrive. However, many
Meet Hayley Freedman, CNP: Global Health Advocate and Educator
Hayley Freedman, MPH, CNP, has dedicated her life to uplifting communities and addressing global health
Supporting Kansas City Nonprofit Professionals: Nonprofit Connect and Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Invest in Local Nonprofit Leaders with CNP Program
Kansas City is a city built on the shoulders of its nonprofit sector. With more
Technology Essentials: 6 Tools Nonprofits Need in 2025
The difference between a good year and a great one often comes down to the
Guided Feasibility Study: A Fresh Take on Campaign Readiness
Before embarking on a capital campaign, you should feel confident in your organization’s campaign plan.
Fundraising Event Ideas for Capital Campaign Public Phases
A capital campaign is a targeted fundraising effort designed to raise a significant amount of