
Nonprofit organizations face more demands than ever: impact measurement, stakeholder accountability, competition for donors, digital disruption, talent retention. At the American Nonprofit Academy, we believe mission matters—and so does the business behind it. Our content and community of experts help nonprofits get the operational, leadership and technology tools they need to thrive. From strategy to staffing to tech — we help you build your nonprofit to be a high-performing organization.
MANAGEMENT AND STAFFING
Manage people, culture, operations and performance.
TECHNOLOGY
Leverage systems, data, automation and tools to amplify efficiency and impact.
BOARDS AND PLANNING
Equip your board and leadership team with strategy, governance and policy frameworks.
MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS
Build your brand, tell your story, engage digital and network channels.
FUNDING
Classic and modern fundraising tactics, systems and accountability.
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Connecting To Donors With Your Voice (Removing voice masks)
Voice coach Tracy Goodwin explores the critical role of voice in nonprofit communication. She introduces the concept of "voice masks"—invisible barriers we create with . . . . . . . . .
Amplify Your Nonprofit’s Marketing Message
Our guest introduces a nine-part "marketing sound system" that includes a compelling story framework and strategies for amplifying nonprofit messaging effectively. His insights emphasize . . . . . . . . .
Questions Nonprofit’s Asked (Nonprofit lobbying | Big funders)
In this lively edition of "Ask and Answer Friday", nonprofit experts Meico Marquette Whitlock and Muhi Khwaja, from Fundraising-Academy.org, bring forward their insightful answers . . . . . . . . .
How General Elections Impact Nonprofit’s Fundraising
Key strategies for nonprofit fundraising during election cycles. Highlighting data from past elections, Shanna Birky, VP with Classy.org, reassures nonprofits that fundraising can thrive . . . . . . . . .
Strategic Leadership For Nonprofits (Beyond the mission statement)
True strategic leadership at nonprofits extends beyond having a mission statement; it involves setting clear priorities, effectively communicating these to the team, and ensuring . . . . . . . . .
Top 10 Issues For Nonprofit Boards (Part 2 of 2)
On this second part of a two-part series, you’ll learn about the critical differences between IRS classifications like 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) and understand the . . . . . . . . .
Top 10 Issues Nonprofit Boards Must Monitor (Part 1 of 2)
From nonprofit expert Ellie Hume--the critical responsibilities of nonprofit boards. Part one of two. Discover the five key areas that boards must diligently monitor: . . . . . . . . .
Nonprofit’s Questions of the Week
A lively talk about maintaining a culture of philanthropy within nonprofits, covering the importance of communication, transparency, and ethical practice in all fundraising efforts. . . . . . . . . .
Planning A Volunteer Appreciation Event (Honoring Volunteers)
Expert strategies for planning successful volunteer appreciation events with advice from Melissa Pinard, Head of Product Management at Bloomerang Volunteer. Learn how to effectively . . . . . . . . .












