CEO Views: Reflecting on Black History Month
As February ends, I’m reflecting on the significance of Black History Month. Originally conceptualized by Carter G. Woodson, this…
Closing the Racial Wealth Gap in Atlanta and Beyond
By Debra Rainey in Blog onThe Atlanta Wealth Building Initiative (AWBI) is actively reimagining economic realities to produce an opportunity-rich future for all. Independent…
Five Reasons (and Three Ways) to Show Nonprofits Some Love This Valentine’s Day
By Debra Rainey in Blog onAs Valentine’s Day approaches and love is in the air, I can’t help but be reminded of what makes…
Protecting the right to give according to our values
This article was originally published by Candid.On January 31, the Eleventh Circuit of the United States Court of Appeals…
DC Download: January 2024
By Debra Rainey in Blog onHappy New Year! We hope you are rested for this season of possibilities — when dreams of NFL championships,…
CEO Views: The Spirit of Service
By Debra Rainey in Blog onAs we marked Martin Luther King Day on January 15, I found myself reflecting on the enduring spirit of…
Recruit New Donors to Turn the Tide for Nonprofits
By Debra Rainey 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 Debra Rainey 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 Debra Rainey 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 Debra Rainey 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 Debra Rainey 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 Debra Rainey 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 Debra Rainey 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 Debra Rainey 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 Debra Rainey 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 Debra Rainey 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 Debra Rainey in Blog onAs leaders in the nonprofit, foundation, and corporate giving sectors, we’ve long seen the importance of collaboration and community…
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