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We know employee health and well-being is an important part of staying motivated in our work. At our annual conference Nonprofit Works: Futures of the Sector we took a mental health break and provided a space to let attendees’ minds wander as they used watercolor pencils to create a unique take-away and connect with colleagues.…

A unique partnership to remove barriers and help women improve reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension skills. Written by: Chantel Scherer, Teresa Mills & Marcus Haile The Literacy Alliance of Northeast Florida and the Women’s Center of Jacksonville (WCJ) announced last September, during National Adult Education & Family Literacy Week, a unique partnership combining resources and…

We’re starting the new year off by introducing a new “hybrid” format for some of our most popular programs!  In 2022, the Nonprofit Center’s Professional Development Series, which includes Managing Successful Teams Series and the Grants and Evaluation Series, will be more accessible than ever. What does “hybrid” mean?  Thanks to your feedback on the…

Earlier this month, the Nonprofit Center released new research looking at how changes in the labor market and Florida’s new minimum wage law are affecting nonprofits. In briefings we held with nonprofits and government and philanthropic grant-makers, the Nonprofit Center heard from organizations about the significant impacts they are already experiencing. Nonprofits, especially those providing…

A vibrant, inclusive Northeast Florida is a place where every child has the opportunity to succeed, and nonprofits are vital to making that vision a reality. Nonprofit organizations, your expertise — and the input of those you serve — is needed! The Kids Hope Alliance (KHA) is seeking to better understand the needs of children,…

We want our members to have access to and take advantage of all of your member benefits. Wondering where to start?  Well, check out the Nonprofit Center’s “Member Portal”.  The Portal is designed to help you navigate your membership with ease and security.  Start using the Portal today and update your organization’ss profile as well…

Guest blog – Andrea Spencer, ElderSource The pandemic has certainly presented many challenges; however many opportunities for growth, creativity, and engagement in the workplace – albeit remotely – have emerged. One aspect that made itself abundantly clear to us at ElderSource was that direct and regular communication with our employees was crucial in keeping them connected, focused, committed to our mission, and feeling cared for. We’ve learned that it’s more – a lot more – than just gathering on Zoom.  We are a non-profit organization, an Area Agency…