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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Between Hurricane Helene recovery and a 41% cut to AmeriCorps' national grant funding, Alice Chesley-Akhtar, CNP, Service Cohort Leader at North Carolina Campus Engagement, kept her cohort of 11 VISTAs moving forward ⬇️ bit.ly/ALICE-CNP

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She Started as an AmeriCorps VISTA. Now She Leads 11 Across North Carolina.

Written by: Miles Bilka, CNP, Marketing Manager, Nonprofit Leadership Alliance In March 2026, Alice Chesley-Akhtar, CNP, officially became the 13,000th professional to credential with the nationally r...

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Our latest guest blog, written by Abby Jarvis, Head of Research and Editorial at Neon One, breaks down what the data says about recurring donors and why right now might be the best time to grow that part of your program. nla1.org/recurring-gi...

There's Never Been a Better Time to Focus on Your Recurring Giving Program - Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

Recurring donors give more, stay longer, and renew at higher rates. Here's what the data says about why growing your recurring giving program matters.

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

We're hiring! The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance is looking for a creative, mission-driven Marketing and Communications Manager to lead our digital marketing, brand, and communications strategy: bit.ly/NLAMKTCOMMS

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

🚨 Next six-month CNP cohort starts September 14th🚨 Join us on September 9th for an information session to see what the facilitator-led program is all about and get your questions answered directly by our Director of Programs and Program Coordinator! bit.ly/CNPINFOSEPT9

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

This week's edition of, "Letters From a CNP: Training and Tips from Certified Nonprofit Professionals" comes straight from the desk of Katie Pace Quattlebaum, CNP, Founder, Elevating Missions Consulting ⬇️ www.linkedin.com/pulse/strate...

The Strategic No: Why Nonprofit Leaders Need It More Than Another Yes

Written by: Katie Pace Quattlebaum, CNP, Founder and Principal Consultant, Elevating Missions Consulting At a recent nonprofit summit, I found myself in a bit of a humorous position. I was leading a b...

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

We are hiring! The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance is looking for a creative, mission-driven Marketing and Communications Manager to lead our digital marketing, brand, and communications strategy: nla1.org/our-staff/ca...

Careers - Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

Find a career at the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance! Apply for open positions to advance the Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) program

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Meet our first $100 gift card winner: Alison Lakey, Workforce Centers of South Central Kansas! The Nonprofit Workforce Development Needs Survey is still open through National Nonprofit Day, Monday, August 17th, and we have 3 gift cards left! bit.ly/NLA-Workforc...

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

What do a ballot measure and your next fundraising email have in common? Our latest guest blog, written by Joseph Caroni, Head of Campaigns & Audiences, The Nature Conservancy in the Pacific, breaks down 5 lessons from a winning $10 billion ballot measure. nla1.org/policy-campa...

What Nonprofits Can Learn From a $10B Policy Campaign - Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

5 lessons from a $10B policy campaign: how nonprofits can sharpen audience strategy, research, and message discipline.

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Are you looking to advance your career in the nonprofit sector and make a meaningful difference in your community? Join us on Friday, August 14th, to learn what the six-month facilitator-led Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) Program is all about! bit.ly/CNP-Info-Sept

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Proud to share the first edition of Working for Good, a newsletter dedicated to insights for and from the nonprofit workforce. This first edition digs into 250 years of American democracy and the sector that quietly shaped it. www.linkedin.com/pulse/americ...

America at 250: The People Who Quietly Shape Our Democracy

Written by: Pherabe Kolb, President & CEO, Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Working from home in Washington, DC, this Summer was a front-row seat to the sights and sounds of America’s 250th anniversary c...

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Mondays always start off a bit slow... so we figured we'd give you a head start with making your to-do list 😉 2026 Nonprofit Workforce Development Needs Survey ➡️ bit.ly/NLA-Workforc...

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Before you start your weekend, we have one small ask ⬇️ Our 2026 Nonprofit Workforce Development Needs Survey is live and the nonprofit sector needs your perspective. 10 to 15 minutes, fully confidential, and NLA will share the findings once it's complete: bit.ly/NLA-Workforc...

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Nonprofit Workforce Development Needs

Thank you for taking a few minutes to share your perspective. This survey asks about your experience working in the nonprofit sector, your views on professional credentials, and your familiarity with ...

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

A special thank you to today's presenter, Eddrick Martin, CEO and Lead Strategist for Elevated Momentum LLC! Watch the full session: youtu.be/Pj7j0W87rsw?...

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Bottom-Up Board Leadership

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Who is taking care of the people taking care of everyone else? 🤔 Our latest guest blog, 'Compassion Fatigue Is Real. Nonprofit Leaders Cannot Ignore It', explores how leaders can build cultures where their teams feel seen, supported, and sustained in the work. nla1.org/compassion-f...

Compassion Fatigue Is Real. Nonprofit Leaders Cannot Ignore It - Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

Learn how nonprofit leaders can build cultures that protect their teams, prioritize development, and combat compassion fatigue.

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

The 2026 Nonprofit Workforce Development Needs Survey is officially live! bit.ly/NLA-Workforc... The nonprofit sector is packed full of talented professionals, and we want to hear from as many of you as possible.

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Join our friend Eddrick Martin on Thursday, July 23rd, for a practical session on how to build trust, communicate with clarity, and guide your board toward stronger engagement: bit.ly/Board-Leader...

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Turns out there's a whole sector full of us 😅 So how do you actually build a career in it? Easy, check out the #CertifiedNonprofitProfessional

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

We talk a lot about the communities we serve. But what about the people doing the serving? 🤔 Our latest blog, explores how nonprofit leaders can shift from bandaid solutions to building organizations where people actually thrive. nla1.org/nonprofit-bu...

Beyond Burnout: Building Cultures of Wellbeing in the Social Sector - Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

Burnout in the nonprofit sector is a systems problem, not a people problem. Learn how to shift from bandaid solutions to building cultures.

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

🚨 Six-month CNP cohort starts Monday, September 14th🚨 Join us on August 14th for an information session to see what the facilitator-led program is all about and get your questions answered directly by our Director of Programs! bit.ly/Information-...

Become a Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP)

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance is out of office Friday, July 3rd, in observance of Independence Day. This year marks the 250th anniversary of the United States, and we're taking a moment to celebrate and enjoy some quality time with loved ones. But don't worry, we'll be back on Monday, July 6th.

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

You’ve probably seen the headlines: individual giving is down, donor retention is a struggle, and mistrust in the nonprofit sector is on the rise. But there’s a silver lining: Recurring giving is increasing! Join our friend Abby Jarvis, Head of Research at Neon One: bit.ly/FindYourBest...

Find your besties! Data backed insights for building recurring giving programs

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

This week's edition of, "Letters From a CNP: Training and Tips from Certified Nonprofit Professionals" comes straight from the desk of Melvin Craig III, CNP, Executive & Operations Coordinator, Illinois Joining Forces ⬇️ www.linkedin.com/pulse/four-d...

The Four-Day Workweek Might Be the Reset the Nonprofit Sector Needs

Written by: Melvin Craig III, CNP, Executive & Operations Coordinator, Illinois Joining Forces Nonprofits are built on mission. But too often, they run on burnout.

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Feeling like you’re not growing where you are? 🌱 The #nonprofit sector has so many mission areas to explore! If one isn't sticking with you, maybe it's time to be replanted.

If you feel like you're not growing, you might need to be replanted.

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

We're so grateful to our alumni who joined yesterday's live town hall with new President & CEO, Pherabe Kolb ⬇️ The next 2 - 5 years are critical for the #nonprofit sector and we want you to be part of it. Stay tuned!

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

With decades of leadership across philanthropic and nonprofit organizations, Jacky Alling has focused her work on strengthening organizations and the communities they serve, something the Alliance has long been committed to. Join us in officially welcoming Jacky as the new Chair of the Board!

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

What if being “data-rich” isn’t enough? From Data-Rich to Decision-Ready, explores how nonprofit leaders can move beyond collecting #metrics to actually using them to drive action and impact. A big thank you to Kelly-Ann Walker, MPA for sharing her insights: nla1.org/nonprofit-me...

From Data-Rich to Decision-Ready: How Nonprofit Leaders Turn Metrics into Action - Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

Turn nonprofit metrics into meaningful action. Learn how leaders move from data-rich dashboards to confident, mission-driven decisions.

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Your board of directors can be your biggest asset... or your biggest challenge. Join our friend Eddrick Martin, for a practical conversation on leading your board with confidence, clarity, and purpose. ➡️ bit.ly/Board-Leader...

Ian M. Adair @ianmadair.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

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Thank you @nla1-org.bsky.social for allowing me the opportunity to facilitate a discussion on the burnout crisis happening in the #nonprofit sector today. I look forward to working with the ACNP community on how we can better support the mental health and wellbeing of our organizations!

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

The six-month facilitator-led Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) June Cohort will be here SOON! This is your chance to strengthen your skills, make a real difference in your community, and earn the recognition you deserve. ➡️ nla1.org/cnp-professi...

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Ever wish you had a network of #socialimpact movers and shakers dedicated to changing the world? When you earn your Certified Nonprofit Professional credential, you join more than 13K+ #changemakers making an impact every day in communities across the world. ➡️ nla1.org/cnp-professi...

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Managing one boss is hard enough… so how do you lead an entire board of directors effectively? Join our friend Eddrick Martin, CEO at Elevated Momentum Consulting LLC, for a practical session on how to strengthen board relationships while confidently leading. ➡️ bit.ly/Board-Leader...

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who engaged in last week’s lively webinar, Crafting Your Nonprofit's Video Strategy! And a special thank you to Matt Pearl, former TV news reporter and founder of Pearl Impact Media for sharing such valuable insights. Watch here: youtu.be/UbiEOT2KIbU?...

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Crafting Your Nonprofit's Video Strategy

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Are you looking to advance your career in the nonprofit sector and make a meaningful difference in your community? The six-month facilitator-led Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) Cohort is here to help make that happen! Join the information session on June 9th: bit.ly/CNPINFOJUNE

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Happy #PrideMonth to those who identify as LGBTQIA+ and everyone in between. You are loved, valid, and supported. The fight for equality and justice is deeply intersectional, and there is still work to do. This month, we encourage you to explore what meaningful allyship looks like in action!

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

🚨 Next six-month CNP cohort starts June 22nd!🚨 Join us on June 9th for an information session to see what the facilitator-led program is all about and get your questions answered directly by our Director of Programs and Program Coordinator! ➡️ bit.ly/CNPINFOJUNE

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who engaged in today’s webinar, Strategic Volunteer Engagement: The Missing Link to Scaling Organizational Capacity presented by Nicole R Smith, CVA, Executive Director of the Association of Leaders in Volunteer Engagement (AL!VE)! Watch here: youtu.be/K9oiO72PuBM?...

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Strategic Volunteer Engagement The Missing Link to Scaling Organizational Capacity

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

What if #empathy at work isn’t about taking it all on? Our friend, Mandy Kutschied, Founder of Cup of Culture Consulting LLC, breaks down how nonprofit leaders can support their teams without burning out: nla1.org/empathetic-l...

Leading with Empathy (Without Losing Your Sanity) - Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

Learn how to practice empathetic leadership in nonprofits without burning out. Support your team while maintaining accountability.

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

We're heading to San Diego for Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP Global) ICON conference! #AFPICON If you want to learn more about the nationally recognized CNP credential, support our mission, or start a bigger conversation, come meet us at Booth 227.

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Join our friend Adrian Jamieson, Executive Director and CEO of Community Action of Southern Indiana, for a practical training using the "Human Physics" model! ➡️ Tuesday, April 28th, 12PM CST ➡️ bit.ly/90-days-nla

The first 90 days: engineering momentum in a new leadership role

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance @nla1-org.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

In this week's newsletter, Shara Szott, CNP, sits down with our new President & CEO, Pherabe Kolb, to learn about her journey, leadership perspective, and vision for strengthening the nonprofit workforce at a pivotal moment for our sector. www.linkedin.com/pulse/meet-n...