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IN THIS ISSUE:
- Save the Date for the 2021 Nonprofit Excellence Awards
- Upcoming Census Data Overview for Nonprofits
- Attend an MNN Meeting For Your Region
- Policy Update: PPP Loans and Shuttered Venue Operators Grants
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Our Shared Sector: Nonprofit Leaders, Your DEI Commitments Did Not End With the 2020 Presidential Election
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Nonprofit 411: Where We Have Been & Where We Are Going - Considerations From an HR, Finance, and IT Perspective
- Jobs and Resources
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Every year, MNN honors the passion and impact of nonprofit professionals and organizations in the state’s nonprofit sector with the Nonprofit Excellence Awards. The Nonprofit Excellence Awards are presented to six nonprofit organizations and employees that exemplify the most innovative, creative, and effective work being done throughout the Commonwealth.
Save the Date!
2021 Nonprofit Excellence Awards
Wednesday, June 23rd
Zoom at 10:00 am
Registration will open later this month. Keep an eye on your email and our social media channels for the update. We look forward to seeing you there!
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U.S. Census Bureau Data Summit for Nonprofits |
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Now that the 2020 Census count is complete, the U.S. Census Bureau is conducting a series of data summits in order to educate the public on how to utilize the results. Nonprofits can use census data to better understand the population and geographies they serve, to inform their programmatic service delivery, and to provide data about their mission and service areas in fundraising and advocacy efforts. The Bureau's virtual data summits have been developed to lead participants through the publicly available census data, and will include demonstrations of where to find the data, how to search for the data sets you need, and then organize, download, save, and analyze it as you wish. On April 15, the Census Bureau will host a data summit specifically for philanthropic and nonprofit partners:
Census Data for Philanthropic and Non-Profit Organizations
Thursday, April 15, 2021, 2:00pm-3:30pm
This summit will prepare nonprofit professionals to use Census Bureau statistics to inform their work and to tell engaging, relevant stories about their community’s evolving needs.
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PPP Loan Application Deadline Extended
On March 30, President Biden signed the PPP Extension Act. Nonprofits and other eligible borrowers now have until May 31 to submit their PPP applications. Nonprofits can find information on applying for a First Draw Loan here, and review eligibility requirements and apply for a Second Draw Loan here.
Shuttered Venue Operators Grant
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) reported that the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) program application would open on April 8. After experiencing multiple technical difficulties, the portal closed shortly after its launch. SBA states that while they are working to resolve the issues, the portal will remain closed. Nonprofit applicants interested in applying can still register for their account here while the portal is under repair. SBA reports that it will put out public notice of the site's re-opening date in advance to give applicants time to prepare. The SVOG program was established through the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits and Venues Act and amended by the American Rescue Plan Act to provide over $16 billion nationally in economic relief to nonprofits and for-profit venue operators.
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MNN Virtual Meetings in Your Region
Please join MNN at one of our 2021 Regional Meetings. The theme of this year's Regional Meeting series is “Stronger Together: Regional Dialogues.” Meetings cover policy updates, review new and expanded MNN services and programs, provide regional nonprofit data and updates, and include guided conversations by regional leaders as well as time for virtual networking for attendees. Registration is open for our MetroWest, Greater Boston, and Southeast Regional Meetings:
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MetroWest Regional Meeting – Wednesday, April 14, 2021, from 11:30-1:00 pm on Zoom. Presented with the MetroWest Nonprofit Network. Register here.
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Greater Boston Regional Meeting – Tuesday, April 27, 2021, from 10:00-11:30 am on Zoom. Presented with The Boston Foundation and sponsored by the Massachusetts CORE Plan. Register here.
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Southeast Regional Meeting – Wednesday, May 12, 2021, from 10:00-11:30 am on Zoom. Presented with the United Way of Greater New Bedford and sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials. Register here.
Regional Meetings are free and open to all nonprofits. Please register to receive the Zoom link. We hope to see you there!
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"Our Shared Sector," a partnership between MNN and YW Boston, explores the intersection of nonprofit work and efforts across the sector to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion. Reach out here with any feedback or suggestions for Our Shared Sector.
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Nonprofit Leaders, Your DEI Commitments Did Not End With the 2020 Presidential Election |
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During the summer of 2020, we saw many organizations supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) work. Finally, it was not enough to provide nominal support – nonprofit staff and constituents brought these topics forward and demanded real change. While we saw a burst of energy and enthusiasm for DEI work last summer, now may actually be the best time to get organized. By committing to DEI, we will strengthen our work toward our missions, too.
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New and Returning Affiliate Members
*discount to MNN members
You can see a full listing of affiliates in our online Business Directory. Many affiliates offer discounts to our members!
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AAFCPAs provides assurance, tax, business consulting, and information technology advisory solutions to nonprofit organizations, commercial companies, wealthy individuals, and estates.
Cox Capital Management helps nonprofits and foundations achieve strong investment results with minimal risk by providing custom managed portfolios with an emphasis on capital preservation, predictable income, diversification, and risk management.
DBI Projects supports nonprofit organizations plan, budget, and execute real estate and capital projects. With offices in New York and Boston, DBI Projects specializes in project management, real estate development, architecture, city planning, engineering, construction management, finance, and operations.
IPM Advancement is a full-service nonprofit fundraising agency that offers analytics, consulting, and deployment products and services for a fuller, deeper understanding of target audiences, fundraising effectiveness, and operational excellence. *MNN Members receive a free 30-minute consulting session as well as 15% off final pricing for first-time analytics and/or consulting project with IPM Advancement.
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Kevin P. Martin & Associates, PC is a CPA and consulting firm, offering a full spectrum of tax, audit, business, IT, risk, and compliance services from advising on raising funds to performing a Uniform Guidance audit.
Kittleman & Associates provides executive search services to nonprofit organizations seeking senior level leaders.
Krokidas & Bluestein provides legal services to nonprofit, for-profit, and public clients, as well as individuals in health and human services, civil litigation, education, labor and employment, real estate development and finance, nonprofit law, and commercial property management.
The Massachusetts State Treasurer’s office, in conjunction with Empower Retirement, provide a turnkey employer-sponsored defined contribution retirement plan designed for the State's small (20 employees and under) nonprofit employers.
The Moody Street Group, LLC, a General Agency of the companies of OneAmerica®, offers a variety of insurance and financial products and services to individuals, executives, professionals, and business owners. The Mission of the Moody Street Group, LLC, is to assist clients in reaching their personal and business goals.
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Nonprofit HR exclusively focuses on the talent management needs of the social sector, including nonprofits, associations, social enterprises, and other mission-driven organizations, through customized trainings, research, knowledge, and events. Areas of work include Strategy and Advisory consulting, HR Outsourcing, Search, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), and Total Rewards.
Pear Associates provides grant writing, strategic planning, marketing/communications, and interim leadership to nonprofit organizations.
Plum Street Advisors is a financial planning and investment firm with professionals that serve as treasurer, board chair, and finance committee members for small and medium-sized nonprofits. Services include leading discussions with board members about cash management and long-term planning, creating Investment Policy Statements, implementing investments through low-cost ETFs and index funds, and more.
Rackemann, Sawyer & Brewster is a full-service law firm providing corporate, tax, employment, real estate, and litigation and trust services to businesses and nonprofits. *15% off standard rates to small nonprofits.
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Where We Have Been & Where We Are Going - Considerations From an HR, Finance, and IT Perspective
In this year of surreal change and anxiety, it can be a challenge to appreciate the progress and transformation many organizations are experiencing. As a firm that supports many nonprofits with their back-office business operations, we too were propelled into quick action a year ago and reflect on the trends we’ve seen as our clients adapt to this new reality.
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The Institute for Nonprofit Practice (INP) is now accepting applications for its award-winning nonprofit management and leadership certificate programs in Boston, Merrimack Valley/Essex County, Cape Cod and the Islands, and Providence, Rhode Island. INP’s New England programs are designed for working professionals and result in a certificate from the Institute and the Jonathan M. Tisch College of Civic Life at Tufts University. Successful completion of INP programs may earn the equivalent of 3 credit-hours for graduates who are admitted and enrolled in Tufts’ graduate degree programs. Click here to learn more. If you have any questions, please email Theresa Fortillus, Program Director, New England at tfortillus@nonprofitpractice.org.
YNPN Boston is looking for talented young professionals to join us in our work of connecting and empowering tomorrow’s nonprofit leaders. By joining the YNPN Boston Leadership Team, not only will you grow your personal and professional network with other talented and passionate emerging leaders, but you will also increase your technical and leadership skills in a supportive and collaborative environment full of self-starters and play a vital role in enabling other young nonprofit professionals to do the same. We hope that you will consider joining the YNPN Boston Leadership Team! Learn more about the exciting positions available and apply here.
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New and Returning MNN Nonprofit Members |
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MNN's work is made possible by our members and supporters including the Barr Foundation, The Boston Foundation, and the Highland Street Foundation.
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