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Unlikely Advocates: Worker Co-ops, Grassroots Organizing, and Public Policy

NonProfit Quarterly

Up to this point, legislation for most worker co-ops was not a priority; federal policy wasn’t even a pipe dream. Public policy wasn’t really a part of our culture. Why Prioritize Public Policy and Advocacy? 6 Engaging in public policy advocacy is not without its dangers. Until it was.

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Mid-South Nonprofit Conference Announces Keynote Speaker

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

mid-south nonprofit conference announces keynote speaker Xavier Ramey, one of the most respected voices in the DEI space, will deliver the keynote address for the 2023 Mid-South Nonprofit Conference. He is an award-winning social strategist, noted public speaker, & conflict mediator. Register here

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Get to Know Our Director of Advocacy and Research, Natalie Jones!

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

We’re excited to welcome Natalie Jones as our new Director of Advocacy and Research for Tennessee Nonprofit Network! A native of Tennessee, Natalie has over twelve years of experience serving in and working with the nonprofit community. Why are you excited to work for Tennessee Nonprofit Network?

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Announcing the Mid-South Nonprofit Conference Speakers!

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

The Mid-South Nonprofit Conference + Catalyst Awards will offer a keynote address + 12 breakout sessions The Mid-South Nonprofit Conference returns for its 5th year and aims to address barriers, solutions, and best practices within the nonprofit sector.

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The New Problem-Solving Skills That All Cities Need

Stanford Social Innovation Review

Today’s public officials are most often trained in areas of administration, policy development, fiscal analysis, and in stewarding public resources and promoting public accountability. There’s good reason for that, as these skills are foundational to the work of a well-run city.

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Legislative Tracker for Tennessee Nonprofits - Education

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

Monitor Legislation that Impacts Your Nonprofit and the Communities you serve Nonprofits must be legislative watchdogs for three key reasons: Impact awareness: New laws affect funding, operations, and beneficiary eligibility. Nonprofits bring unique perspectives to lawmakers. Staying informed prevents blindsided disruptions.

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With Help from the Donors of Color Network, Two Organizations Are Creating Change

NonProfit Quarterly

The Kresge Foundation supports the education and research skills training that has helped develop solutions to severe flood risks in these areas. The energy of enslaved people was usurped to build Georgia long before processes were developed to harness electricity.”