Join us in Integrating Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility (DEIA) Learning into Your Nonprofit
We know that keeping equity front and centered in our organization’s work is critical to meeting our mission. Here is one way the Nonprofit Association of Washington (NAWA) team is prioritizing equity learning. We’re sharing one of our strategies along with specific...
Call Outs in the Nonprofit Sector
In the last few months, I see turmoil and conflict erupting in a number of nonprofits. These conflicts involve equity concerns, generational differences, disaffected staff members, and legitimate frustrations regarding how we sometimes manage our organizations in ways...
Vaccine Distribution will Include Homeless, Shelter Workers & Volunteers Supporting Homeless
Governor Inslee recently expanded who can get vaccinated starting March 31st. In addition to the groups listed on the graphic, direct service providers in homeless and domestic violence shelters will also be eligible. This is something that Washington...
Washington Nonprofits Statement Regarding Anti-Asian Violence
Washington Nonprofits stands in solidarity with our Asian American colleagues, friends, family, and neighbors. While Asian Americans have faced racism throughout our nation’s history, the rise in anti-Asian violence in Washington and nation-wide is clear, and the...
Another Appeal to Consider a PPP Loan for Your Nonprofit
PPP Loans for Nonprofits Nonprofits are not taking advantage of PPP loans in large numbers. Why? We know the following factors might be causing some nonprofits not to apply, and here are our reasons to reconsider: You or your board think it is too risky to take out a...
COVID Relief Update
The American Rescue Plan Act March 15, 2021 Additional COVID Relief has been critical to nonprofits across the U.S. and here in Washington State. On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed in law the American Rescue Plan Act, enacting $1.9 trillion to assist in...
You can now include alcohol at online silent auctions
UPDATE: This article reflects a temporary rule that has since been updated. Please see the current rules. Transitioning your fundraiser to a virtual platform last year was hard. We heard many nonprofits express frustration that their traditional activities like Wine...
2021 Volunteer Managers Cohort
This is the landing page for the 2021 Volunteer Managers Cohort. Thanks to funding from Serve Washington, Washington Nonprofits was able to offer volunteer managers three convenings in 2021 and additional support between events. Schedule of events: 3 Cheers for...