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by Dr. Kevin Dean, President & CEO, Tennessee Nonprofit Network Ah, the nonprofit board meeting. A gathering of passionate individuals, brimming with ideas to change the world. It’s a beautiful thing, truly. Until, of course, it’s not. We love our board members, but sometimes those who aren’t as in tune with your organization’s day-to-day, mission, […]

Calling all Davidson County nonprofit leaders! Tennessee Nonprofit Network (TNN) is excited to announce a new learning cohort focused on effective board governance. This program is part of a series of governance cohort pilots happening across the state, designed to equip executive directors and CEOs with the knowledge and tools to build strong, engaged boards that empower your organization’s mission. This specific cohort is open only to Davidson County nonprofits and is funded by Frist Foundation.

By Kevin Dean, President & CEO, Tennessee Nonprofit Network A few years ago, I was celebrating a long day’s work over drinks with a friend of mine. He worked for another friend of mine, a true visionary in the local nonprofit sector. “She’s out to get me! She wants me gone! I think she dislikes

by Kevin Dean, President & CEO, Tennessee Nonprofit Network If there’s one thing unique about the nonprofit sector, it’s that the people who commit themselves to the sector are truly passionate about the work that they do. (It’s not like we’re in it for the money, right?) However, with so much passion comes some unintended

by Kevin Dean, President & CEO, Tennessee Nonprofit Network Read part 1 of this series here. Read part 2 here. Read part 3 here. Read part 4 here. When I embarked on my sabbatical from Tennessee Nonprofit Network, it wasn’t just a break from the daily grind; it was more like hitting the “pause” button on a

by Kevin Dean, President & CEO, Tennessee Nonprofit Network Read part 1 of this series here. Read part 2 here. Read part 3 here. I’m back, folks. And I am renewed. Let’s be honest, before I embarked on my one-month sabbatical, I was a hot mess. My brain felt like it had been microwaved on high for

by Natalie Jones, Director of Advocacy and Research, Tennessee Nonprofit Network With the upcoming general election in November 2024, now is the time for Tennesseans to focus on the power they hold at the ballot box. Voting isn’t just a right; it’s one of the most important ways we can shape the future of our

by Kevin Dean, President & CEO, Tennessee Nonprofit Network Read part 1 of this series here. Read part 2 here. Hi everyone, I’m back with another post about burnout, a topic that clearly resonates with many of you. Several of you have asked how I knew the difference between “regular” stress and full-blown burnout. It’s

by Capitol Resources, LLC and Natalie Jones, Director of Advocacy and Research, Tennessee Nonprofit Network Tennessee recently held its State and Federal Primary elections on August 1, 2024, featuring significant developments across the state’s political landscape. Nonprofit professionals in Tennessee can benefit from understanding these changes as they impact policy, funding, and community engagement efforts.

by Kevin Dean, President & CEO, Tennessee Nonprofit Network Read the first part of this blog series here. Last week, a coworker and I were visiting Nashville for a slate of meetings, and I somehow managed to forget her and leave her at the restaurant. Yes, I left her! I had to turn around and