The Nonprofit Partnership is launching the Nonprofit Advocacy Alert, a new communication series dedicated to keeping you informed on key policy updates impacting the nonprofit sector. This strictly nonpartisan resource will provide education, insights, and advocacy opportunities to help nonprofits navigate government relations effectively. Have relevant news or resources to share? Email Adam Bratton at abratton@yournpp.org. 

The Nonprofit Excellence Awards honor outstanding professionals, organizations, and volunteers who make a lasting impact on our community. These prestigious awards celebrate leadership, innovation, and dedication across the nonprofit sector.

If you know a deserving nonprofit or individual, now is the time to nominate them. Nomination categories include:

• Nonprofit of the Year
• CEO of the Year
• Best Place to Work
• Volunteer of the Year

• Young Professional of the Year
• Commitment to DEI
• Charles H. Bracken Award in Nonprofit Governance

Equip yourself or your board with essential fundraising skills through The Fundraising Academy! This comprehensive online course with an optional in-person deep dive on February 20, combines flexibility with a hands-on experience. Participants will explore key topics like building relationships, major donor engagement, and planned giving, all guided by industry experts. Member pricing starts at $300, and includes access to the online learning platform, support resources, and textbooks.

New Date! Join NPP and Safe Journey on March 4 from 9 AM-1:30 PM.

Learn how to recognize, respond to, and refer victims of domestic violence to create a safer, more supportive community. Earn CEUs and apply to become Safe Places for Domestic Violence Victims. Nonprofits are encouraged to bring staff members.

NPP members can purchase three tickets and get the fourth free using discount code BUY3GET1.

February Events

Caroline J.S. Sanders Trust 2 Grant

Application Deadline: March 1

Awards of $3,000-7,000

Grants for nonprofits that support education, health, social welfare, religious organizations, the environment, and arts and culture, with preference for educational institutions, scholarship programs, libraries, and agencies serving the elderly, youth, indigent, and homeless.

Smart Family Fund Grant

Average grant of $25,000-100,000

Grants for nonprofits that are early-stage ventures with high-impact potential, providing support, mentorship, and funding to help them grow and secure large-scale backing.

Learn more about the 2025 Community Impact grants here.

President/CEO with Tom Ridge Environmental Center Foundation

Executive Director with Camp Notre Dame

Development Director with the Erie Humane Society

Development Director AND Marketing Manager with Erie Arts & Culture

Director of Marketing and Communications with the United Way of Erie County

Erie High School Community School Director - Expanded Learning and Extra Curricular Opportunities with the United Way of Erie County

Finance and Human Resources Director with the Mercy Center for Women

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Special thank you to our valued Associate Members: