Tennessee Nonprofit Network is thrilled to announce our second round of TeamUp cohorts! TeamUp was one of our most successful initiatives in 2024-2025, and we’re excited to be bringing these important cohorts back. Launching in 2026, TeamUp offers two distinct statewide learning cohorts – one focused on fundraising excellence and the other on mastering volunteer management.
In our first year, we had some amazing results! The success of our inaugural year demonstrates the power of this program:
Fundraising Cohort Participants:
- Brought in an average of 42 new donors.
- Raised an additional $36,757 on average in new donations.
- Generated a remarkable $166,258 in individual fundraising revenue.
Volunteer Program Cohort Participants:
- 60% of participants saw an increase in volunteer participation due to their involvement.
- Turned an average of 27 volunteers into donors.
Why TeamUp?
Running a successful nonprofit requires a strong foundation in both fundraising and volunteer engagement. TeamUp goes beyond basic workshops, providing in-depth training, resources, and dedicated support to help your organization reach new heights. Here’s what participating nonprofits can expect:
- Access to Online Curriculum: Get access to our Engaging and Retaining Individual Donors or our Volunteer Program Design Lab curricula at no cost.
- Tennessee Nonprofit Conference: All participants who successfully complete the program will join others at our 2026 Tennessee Nonprofit Conference in Nashville in later 2026. Participants will gather for a special pre-conference session followed by access to the full conference. Expenses including travel, hotel, and conference registration will be paid for 100 participating nonprofits to participate in the full conference the day after the pre-conference session.
- Peer Learning: Join monthly virtual peer learning sessions to unpack the course materials, and join regional meetups for additional peer learning opportunities. Travel stipends are available for regional meetups for rural participants.
- Completion Grant: Participants who complete the program will receive a $250 completion grant.
This opportunity is valued at $5000 per participant.
Investment in Your Impact
TeamUp is a unique opportunity to elevate your skills, strengthen your organization, and ultimately, maximize your positive impact on the community. Applications for the cohorts are now open!
Eligibility
To participate, your Tennessee nonprofit must be at least 3 years old with a minimum annual budget of $200,000 and have a dedicated paid staff person to participate in the cohort. You’ll need commitment from your leadership for an 8-month program including online training, monthly meetings, and a 2-day in-person conference.
Need more information or want to hear more? Join our information sessions on December 11 and January 13th from 10am-11am.