Dear Friends and Colleagues, It is an exciting and pivotal time for the Nonprofit Center of Northeast Florida. As the previous and current Board Chairs, together we embarked on a critically important leadership transition to ensure our growth, relevance, and success well into the future. Additionally, we brought on new staff, new board members and…
Read MoreI’m excited to update you on Catalyst and share the strong progress we’ve made, with two-thirds of our project year now complete. Nearly 300 experts and community leaders have engaged in convenings across six issue areas, working to ensure our dashboard reflects community needs and evolves in meaningful ways. In November 2024, our first round of discussions focused on defining priorities…
Read MoreThe Catalyst Dashboard is more than just a data tool—it’s a powerful resource designed to help organizations, policymakers, and community leaders make informed decisions that drive meaningful change. Since its launch, the dashboard has been used across Northeast Florida to support strategic planning, guide policy decisions, strengthen advocacy efforts, and foster collaboration. This document highlights real-world examples…
Read MoreWelcome to Bridging the Sector… This weekly newsletter is your connection to vital information and resources for navigating local, state, and federal government developments that affect the Northeast Florida nonprofit sector. By curating resources from trusted organizations like the Florida Nonprofit Alliance and the National Council of Nonprofits, you’ll be connected to the reliable information…
Read MoreImagine your nonprofit thriving in the heart of Downtown Jacksonville, surrounded by a dynamic community of over 30 mission-driven organizations. The Jessie Ball duPont Center (affectionately known as The Jessie) isn’t just an office building—it’s a hub for innovation, collaboration, and impact. At The Jessie, your organization will gain access to: This year, The Jessie is…
Read MoreGIVE TODAY Since 2002, the Nonprofit Center of Northeast Florida has been a driving force in strengthening, connecting, and advocating for the organizations that make our community thrive. As we look toward 2025, we are more committed than ever to refining and expanding the resources nonprofits need to develop, implement, and practice excellent governance. We…
Read MoreIt was such an exciting moment to reveal my vision for the Nonprofit Center of Northeast Florida to a special convening of supporters and partners in the Upper West Club at EverBank Field. With support from the Jaguars Foundation, my team and I shared key results, current trends and future projects while also engaging in…
Read MoreA Note From Nonprofit Center CEO, Dawn Lockhart Like many of you, the Nonprofit Center has been on a transformative journey to become more inclusive, accessible, and equitable in everything we do. This journey has included deep dives into the bones of our organization, challenging us to face the results with honesty, humility, and thoughtful…
Read MoreAt the Nonprofit Center, we are constantly trying to meet the needs of our members! Your profile information plays a crucial role in helping us understand your interests and needs. Keeping your profile up to date ensures that we can provide high-impact member benefits. We have added some new sections to the profile information so,…
Read MoreOn Valentine’s Day, the Nonprofit Center hosted the 2024 All-Member Gathering which served as an opportunity for collaboration and connection for the nonprofit community. The Nonprofit Center announced findings from the recent Member Survey—a comprehensive snapshot of the challenges and priorities of member organizations. With over 150 responses, the survey underscored the multifaceted nature of…
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