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Get ready to be inspired, Tennessee nonprofit leaders! The breakout sessions for the upcoming Tennessee Nonprofit Conference on October 3rd are packed with dynamic speakers who are ready to share their expertise and insights. From fundraising strategies that ignite passion to innovative approaches to community engagement, these sessions offer a unique opportunity to learn, connect, […]

by Kevin Dean, President & CEO, Tennessee Nonprofit Network Picture this: your heart pounds with the thrill of launching your dream nonprofit. Countless hours, sleepless nights, and unwavering belief fueled its growth. You’re the visionary, the driving force, the one who knows every fiber of your organization’s being. But what if, without realizing it, you’ve

by Kevin Dean, President & CEO, Tennessee Nonprofit Network Two years ago, I embarked on an exhilarating journey to help create Tennessee’s first statewide nonprofit association. It was a mission fueled by passion and a shared vision of a stronger nonprofit community. And while those initial meetings felt like a lifetime ago, in just two

Nearly every year, Tennessee Nonprofit Network partners with Christian Brothers University to host a summer intern through CBU’s NICE Program. This year, we have the honor of hosting Nate Alamrew, who is helping us with administrative tasks and IT-related work involving our new CRM. We love having Nate, and we asked him to complete a

Tennessee Nonprofit Network, a 501(c)3 membership organization that serves as Tennessee’s nonprofit association, is partnering with Texas-based nonprofit BoardBuild to offer online board member training. This new collaboration will allow nonprofits and board member candidates from across Tennessee the ability to learn how to be a strong board member, and find nonprofits that would benefit

Nonprofits in Tennessee, take note! July 1st marked the enactment of a wave of new laws that could significantly impact your operations. From changes in fundraising regulations to updated reporting requirements, it’s crucial to stay informed and ensure your organization remains compliant. In this blog post, we’ll break down the key legislation you need to

Dear East Tennessee Nonprofit Leaders, We have heard your questions regarding why the Tennessee Nonprofit Network (TNN) does not yet have dedicated staff members based in East Tennessee, while we have staff representation in West and Middle Tennessee. We understand your desire for an on-the-ground presence, and we want to assure you that expanding our

We’re thrilled to announce our keynote speaker for the 2024 Tennessee Nonprofit Conference: the incredible Cait Donovan! If you’re feeling the heat of burnout, you’re not alone. Cait, renowned speaker and host of “FRIED. The Burnout Podcast,” is here to guide us through the maze of exhaustion and into the sunshine of resilience. Who is

Memphis has recently witnessed a disturbing trend: four major nonprofits have closed their doors within the last six months. These are not small, barely functioning organizations. In fact, they are well-known organizations with a long history in our community. More nonprofits are, behind the scenes, underwater, and we will see more of these closures coming.

by Kevin Dean, President & CEO, Tennessee Nonprofit Network Congratulations! You’ve made the leap from the corporate world to the nonprofit sector. It’s an exciting change, filled with the potential for meaningful impact. But as with any transition, there’s a learning curve. Many corporate folks don’t realize there are dramatic differences to working in the