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Shaping a better world through nonprofit leadership.
Auburn University Offers Nationally Recognized Nonprofit Credential
The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance is proud to officially announce a new campus partnership with Auburn
The Nonprofit Sector Is at a Crossroads. What’s your experience as a CNP?
At the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance, we believe leadership must be representative, accountable, and equity-driven. That’s
Embrace the Twists and Turns: How Unexpected Paths Lead to the Most Exciting Career Opportunities
Written By: Alnierys Venegas, ACNP and Victoria Morneau Knowing what you want to do takes time
Meet Melanie Martin, CNP: The Woman Who Won’t Let St. Louis Go Hungry!
On a recent visit to the St. Louis Area Foodbank, you could feel the urgency
Why Timing Matters in Fundraising and How to Improve It
You’ve got a compelling mission, a passionate team, and a fundraising campaign to run. However,
From Volunteer to Vice President: How Arika Wells Is Shaping the Future of Tucson
When Arika Wells, CNP, MPA, moved to Tucson, Arizona in 2002, she didn’t expect to
Why Nonprofit Emails Go Unread — And How To Change That
Nonprofit organizations depend on email as a key communication tool for engaging supporters, sharing impact
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