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Monday, February 15, 2021
A note from Macaela Stephenson, our new 2021 Board President.

Macaela Stephenson pens a note as Nonprofit Connect's new 2021 Board President.

Nonprofit Connect Board President, Macaela Stephenson

Monday, February 8, 2021
The Misunderstood Social Construct That “Does Good”

We're bringing Jerome Tennille, of the Corporate Social Responsibility team of Marriott International, to speak with Kansas City on February 17 to share how to incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion practices to create a more welcoming, engaging environment for all types of volunteers.

Guest Post: Jerome Tennille, Marriott International

Monday, February 1, 2021
Embracing Change

For many of us, the pandemic has caused us to revert back to the basics of our missions. We have been challenged to deliver that mission with a new sense of urgency. I hope you will hold on to this mindset and continue to innovate as we move into the new year. The calendar doesn’t drive change, you do. Using what we’ve learned, we have the tools to ensure that 2021 can be the year of change.

Luann Feehan

Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Nonprofit Coffee Break: Qiana Thomason

Each month, Luann sits down with a different nonprofit leader to chat about leadership, learning and life over a cup of coffee. This month, we sit down with Qiana Thomason, President & CEO, Health Forward Foundation.

Colin Bennett

Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Nonprofit Connect welcomes three new directors to the 2021 Board Of Directors

Nonprofit Connect Welcomes three new directors to the 2021 Board Of Directors, and announces the new officers for 2021.

Nonprofit Connect

Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Nonprofit Coffee Break: Tondeé Lutterman

Each month, Luann sits down with a different nonprofit leader to chat about leadership, learning and life over a cup of coffee. This month, we sit down with Tondeé Lutterman, National Industry Partner, BKD CPAs & Advisors.

Colin Bennett, Marketing Manager

Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Benchmark Survey Results: How is COVID-19 affecting Kansas City Nonprofits?

Nonprofit Connect continues to recognize the impact that the coronavirus is having on the Kansas City nonprofit community. Through an online survey, we again collected information on how organizations are being impacted to learn what resources are needed most. 129 nonprofits responded between November 19th & December 3rd. We've compiled the results and pulled out notable comments for organizations, funders, the wider community to understand the lasting effects of this crisis on our charitable sector and the

Colin Bennett, Marketing Manager

Monday, November 9, 2020
Key Considerations when Preparing for a Single Audit

If your government or nonprofit organization has received federal funding in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, such as the Coronavirus Relief Fund established by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, you may be required to have a Single Audit performed. For organizations that haven’t received significant federal financial assistance before, preparing for a Single Audit can be a little overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be.

Guest Post: BKD CPAs & Advisors

Monday, November 2, 2020
Nonprofit Coffee Break: Melanie Miller

Each month, Luann sits down with a different nonprofit leader to chat about leadership, learning and life over a cup of coffee. This month, we sit down with Melanie Miller, CEO of Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey.

Jackie Baker, Senior Director of Member Relations

Monday, October 12, 2020
A Connected Cause: Today's Supporters and the Organizations Poised to Connect with Them

We're hosting a webinar with Rachel Hutchisson, VP with Blackbaud, on October 27. In this post, Rachel shares how organizations can prioritize and leverage their philanthropic engagement efforts.

Guest Post: Rachel Hutchisson, VP at Blackbaud