Recruit New Donors to Turn the Tide for Nonprofits
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onWe all have changes we would like to see in the world, but we often aren’t sure how to…
Key Committee Scrutinizes Nonprofit Sector and Politics
The spotlight was shining on nonprofits in a congressional hearing last week, but it wasn’t quite clear whether our…
Welcoming Our New Business Associate Members
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onIndependent Sector’s business associate members are a valued part of our membership because of the services they provide to…
At the Forefront of Building a Vibrant Social Impact Sector for Illinois
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onForefront represents both grantmakers and nonprofits in Illinois, as well as their advisors and allies. The organization provides education,…
CEO Views: Standing Up for Our Sector’s Values
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onI’m writing to you today with a sense of urgency and a call to action that is pivotal to…
DC Download: New Speaker, Continuing Resolution, Charitable Giving, Donor Advised Funds, Voting Rights
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onAfter a tumultuous congressional schedule and the excitement of our recent Upswell Summit in Dallas/Fort Worth, Independent Sector is…
Key Takeaways from the Symposium on Public Policy for Nonprofits
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onThe 12th annual Nonprofit Public Policy Symposium, held on September 22, 2023, consisted of two sessions with six presentations,…
From Surviving to Thriving: Key Insights on the Health of the U.S. Nonprofit Sector
Nonprofits in the United States are surviving but not thriving, according to Independent Sector’s 2023 Health of the U.S.…
Meet 2023 Independent Sector NGen Leadership Award Winner Dr. Artika Tyner
Independent Sector’s NGen Fellows program provides 12 changemakers a dynamic leadership development opportunity to strengthen their leadership capacity and…
You’re Not Alone in Advocacy: State Association Leaders Reflect and Advise
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onState nonprofit associations play a critical role in the health of the sector. They provide capacity building resources, support…
DC Download October 2023
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onIt’s DC Download time, and the spooky season is upon us — literally! We have spent three weeks without…
Navigating Change: How Nonprofits Thrived Amid the COVID-19 Crisis
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onIn the face of adversity, it's not uncommon for organizations, businesses, and individuals to adapt, evolve, and overcome challenges.…
Take Some Upswell Summit “Me Time” at Dallas-Fort Worth’s Top 5 BBQ Joints
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onThe Upswell Summit, November 15-17 in Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW), reflects the local roots and deep community engagement of our…
CEO Views: The Power of Convening
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onAs leaders in the nonprofit, foundation, and corporate giving sectors, we’ve long seen the importance of collaboration and community…
Life As an Independent Sector Visiting Scholar: Bridging the Gap Between Academia and Practitioners
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onThe nonprofit world has long been a subject of fascination for scholars from various disciplines, including historians, anthropologists, sociologists,…
National Museum and Center for Service collaborates to create nationwide network of local exhibitions of service.
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onThe National Museum and Center for Service, a new IS member, is working in collaboration with Independent Sector, service…
Build Missouri Health focuses on health inequities and improving outcomes for all.
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onBuild Missouri Health (BMH), a new Independent Sector member, launched in 2019 as a subsidiary nonprofit of the Missouri…
AARP Foundation Experience Corps: A Game Changer for People Over 50 and K-3 Students
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onAARP Foundation, an Independent Sector member, creates and advances effective solutions to reduce poverty for and with older adults.…
Nonprofit Finance Fund Invests in Mission-Driven Organizations
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onNonprofit Finance Fund®️ (NFF®️) supports community wealth and well-being through lending, consulting, and their work to positively influence how…
An Epicenter for Awareness and Preservation of Juneteenth History
By Hannah Freedman in Blog onJarred Howard, CEO and Visionary The Rainwater Charitable FoundationThe Rainwater Charitable Foundation (RCF), an Upswell sponsor, is committed…