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Tennessee Nonprofit Network launched three Community Action Councils (CACs) in 2024 to serve as ambassadors for our organization and be our “ears to the ground” in their local communities to unearth community needs and challenges. You can learn more about the full roster of CAC members here. Lisa Tillman has been the Executive Director of Regional […]

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

Tennessee Nonprofit Network launched three Community Action Councils (CACs) in 2024 to serve as ambassadors for our organization and be our “ears to the ground” in their local communities to unearth community needs and challenges. You can learn more about the full roster of CAC members here. Phil Trammell is the Executive Director of the Nonprofit

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

Tennessee Nonprofit Network launched three Community Action Councils (CACs) in 2024 to serve as ambassadors for our organization and be our “ears to the ground” in their local communities to unearth community needs and challenges. You can learn more about the full roster of CAC members here. As the Chief Innovation Officer at the Association of

Tennessee Nonprofit Network launched three Community Action Councils (CACs) in 2024 to serve as ambassadors for our organization and be our “ears to the ground” in their local communities to unearth community needs and challenges. You can learn more about the full roster of CAC members here. In this post, we introduce you to Phillip Many,

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