Academy for Nonprofit Excellence

A huge THANK YOU to Mimi with VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads for dropping in to meet our Fall 2024 cohort of the StartUp Cert program this week! Your support and insights were invaluable to our up-and-coming nonprofit professionals. We're excited to continue fostering connections that help drive positive change in our community. Thank you for being a part of this journey! #PowerfulPartnerships #TCCva #TCCProud #NonprofitExcellence #NonprofitLeadership

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??The Key to Unlocking Employee Retention ?? In today's workshop with Sheri Bender ? we discussed the value of stay interviews. While exit interviews have been a norm for decades, stay interviews are becoming an increasingly valuable tool for nonprofit managers. During a time where employee turnover is at an all time high and job burnout ?? is felt across nonprofit sectors, stay interviews can provide the insight we need to keep employees engaged and committed. ?? Key Questions to Ask in Stay Interviews: What do you enjoy most about working here? What keeps you motivated to contribute to our mission? If you could change one thing about our organization, what would it be? What questions do you like to ask in Stay Interviews at your organization? Nonprofits face unique challenges when it comes to employee retention, but by shifting the focus from exit to stay, we can ensure that our teams feel valued, supported, and deeply connected to our mission. #EmployeeRetention #StayInterviews #Leadership #MissionDriven #NonprofitExcellence

?? Happy World Kindness Day! ?? World Kindness Day is the type of holiday that ANE can get behind! Today, we celebrate the power of kindness to bring positive change to our community. Day in and day out, nonprofits and nonprofit professionals are transforming kindness into meaningful action. On #WorldKindnessDay, let's take a moment to reflect on the incredible contributions of the nonprofit sector, and how acts of kindness — big or small — can create lasting, positive change in the lives of individuals and our community. Bravo to you! #WorldKindnessDay #Nonprofits #SocialImpact #KindnessInAction #TCCproud #ExcellenceinAction

Just 1 hour from now we'll be diving into the process of building & maintaining strong partners. It's not too late to register! Register here--> https://lnkd.in/eFcrqKiu

In the hustle and bustle of daily operations, it’s easy to lose sight of the bigger picture. As nonprofit leaders, we’re often pulled in multiple directions—managing programs, engaging with stakeholders, and meeting immediate needs. But taking time to focus on strategic planning is crucial for long-term success. Here’s why carving out space for strategy is essential: ?? Vision Alignment: Strategic planning allows you to step back and ensure that your organization’s activities align with your mission. ? Resource Allocation: With a clear strategy, you can make informed decisions about where to invest time, money, and energy. This maximizes impact and ensures that resources are used effectively. ?? Stronger Stakeholder Engagement: Involving your team and board in the strategic planning process fosters collaboration and buy-in, creating a sense of ownership that will energize your mission. ?? Sustainable Growth: By focusing on strategy, you'll lay the groundwork for sustainable growth, ensuring that your organization can adapt and thrive for years to come. Join us on Thursday, November 21 for our workshop Unpacking Strategic Planning with Amy Nisenson and Nisenson Consulting LLC. Register here---> https://lnkd.in/gFUkVZE7 #NonprofitLeadership #StrategicPlanning #SustainableGrowth #MissionDriven #NonprofitExcellence

?? Cultivating a Culture of Gratitude ?? In our fast-paced world, it's easy to overlook the importance of expressing gratitude. During the recent Funders' Forum, our panelists emphasized how acknowledging gifts—of time, talent, and treasure—plays a vital role in nurturing the relationships which sustain nonprofits. ? Whether it's a heartfelt thank-you note, a shout-out during team meetings, or celebrating milestones together, showing appreciation can transform the way we connect with our partners, donors, and staff. We’d love to hear from this community: What are your favorite ways to express gratitude? How have these gestures impacted your relationships and your organization? Let’s share ideas and inspire one another to create a more grateful environment! ???? #Gratitude #NonprofitLeadership #CommunityBuilding #ThankYou #MotivationMonday #NonprofitExcellence

Join us next Thursday for another *free* Lunch and Learn live event. We'll be focusing on the steps to building and maintaining strong partnerships. Register here--> https://lnkd.in/eFcrqKiu

At last week's Funders' Forum, we asked participants a few questions about their organization. One was focused on what funding needs their organization anticipates in the next 6-12 months. Almost 60% of respondents indicated that their organization needs help identifying funds to cover overhead and staffing costs. The second-most common response was funding for program delivery. This led to an impassioned discussion about securing holistic funding for your organization. In the words of keynote speaker Patrick Kirby, "No people, no programs!" Check out this article from National Council of Nonprofits on how the myth of overhead is changing: https://lnkd.in/gSBMRuR4.

A huge thank you to all the attendees of our 2024 Funders' Forum! Your engagement and presence made the event a success.?? We would like to extend a special thank you to our incredible keynote speaker, Patrick Kirby, and our expert panelists - for sharing their valuable insights. Thank you to our 2024 sponsors, AccessU, Sentara Health , & The Curtis Group. We look forward to continuing these meaningful conversations and collaborations as we work together to strengthen our communities. #TCCva #FundersForum #NonProfitExcellence #CommunityImpact #WorkforceSolutions #TCCWorkforce TCC Center for Workforce Solutions Tidewater Community College #Fundraising #Nonprofit