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Action Alert: Government Contracting Reform
Join 100+ Washington nonprofits in calling for common sense changes to nonprofit government contracting.

The Connector – November 2022
In this issue, we explore the enhanced and refreshed Nonprofit Fundamental Series, and meet NAWA's new Policy Director, Tiffany Brace!

Member Spotlight: Communities in Schools Benton-Franklin
When the pandemic forced schools in Washington to close in March 2020, many district and school leaders worked quickly to plan for and address the needs of students alongside nonprofit ...

Letter from Laura – November 2022
Dear Nonprofit Colleagues,
That drop in volunteers and donors is not just at your nonprofit.
In the wake of the mid-term elections, I’d like to share some new data on nonprofit participation. ...

Free Coaching for Executive Directors
The Community Consulting Partnership (CCP) is accepting clients for executive coaching services. The coaches are all experienced practitioners who can help you navigate and lead through this ...

Nonprofit Fundamentals: Enhanced & Refreshed Resources
Nonprofits need accurate and up-to-date resources to support their governance, finance, and compliance efforts. By building a solid foundation, organizations can develop and progress on their ...

The Connector – October 2022
Check out the October Connector! We discuss what Reinventing Board Governance can look like, offer opportunities to engage with your peers at Nonprofit Office Hours, and more.

Letter from Laura – October 2022
Dear Nonprofit Colleagues,
We all have so much to learn. I am humbled again and again as I continue to learn very important things that improve my practice of nonprofit leadership—things I wish ...

Equity Ambassadors Cohort 2 Report
In 12 weeks, 11 NAWA Equity Ambassadors accomplished big things! During that time, Cohort 2 Equity Ambassadors reached nearly every nonprofit sector/field of service. They increased the ...

We Can Reinvent Board Governance!
The Reinventing Boards Summit affirmed that boards can be reshaped and customized to meet the needs of an individual nonprofit organization, and we can rebuild with values like equity and power ...

The Connector – September 2022
Meet our new staff, check out the free Nonprofit Fundamental Series, and learn about two funding opportunities for nonprofit staff.

Letter from Laura – September 2022
As I write to you, I am still reeling from hearing the news that superstar activist and nonprofit leader Sandy Williams died in a plane crash on September 4. Sandy liked to be behind the scenes, ...

New Event Registration System
You may have noticed our event registration system has changed! If you have questions about how to use the new system, we put together this video to help you navigate registering for NAWA ...