Education. Support. Advocacy.
We’ve got your back so you can move forward.
Since 1982, the ANA Nonprofit Federation has led the way in providing the professional education, peer networking, and trusted guidance that nonprofits need to advance their missions and drive sector growth.
We understand your challenges. We know how tough it is to serve communities, to generate innovations and overcome uncertainties, and to enlist new supporters and grow giving. We also know how important it is for brands and nonprofits to work together.
On this page, you'll find tools, events, insights and more to help you expand your reach, strengthen your team, and leverage the full breadth of the ANA's resources.
Nonprofit Mentorship Program
Whether a rising leader or a longtime veteran, this rewarding mentorship program will help develop your expertise in the nonprofit community.
Nonprofit Grassroots Network
Enroll in the Grassroots Network to receive updates and actively support policies affecting the nonprofit industry.
Nonprofit Sector Job Openings
Updated every Tuesday, this list of job openings highlights positions in or directly supporting the nonprofit sector.
Explore Nonprofit Membership Benefits
Whether commercially-driven or mission-focused, all ANA members benefit by learning from each other, sharing industry-leading best practices, and leveraging the performance-enhancing tools and resources that are only available through the ANA.
Connect with the ANA Nonprofit Community
2025 ANA Nonprofit Conference
February 25-27 | Oxon Hill, Md.
Acquire the tools and insights necessary to drive growth for your nonprofit organization. The re-imagined ANA Nonprofit Conference will spark the connections you need to successfully navigate the evolving marketing landscape.
Hear C-suite keynotes by the American Heart Association’s Gerald Johnson, National Park Foundation’s Dawn Rodney, World Central Kitchen’s Tunde Wackman, Consumer Reports’ Khalid El Khatib, Mattel, Inc.'s Nancy Molenda, and The Kennedy Center's Kimberly J. Cooper.
Nonprofit Organizations Committee
Share regulatory and legislative challenges, improve fundraising and marketing practices, and ensure nonprofit brands are protected through best practices and awareness.
No events are currently scheduled. Please check back for future events or click the button below to see all available nonprofit organizations committee.
Brand Purpose — Growth for Good Committee
Bringing together member brands and nonprofits to discuss the critical role purpose plays in driving organizational growth and positive social change.
No events are currently scheduled. Please check back for future events or click the button below to see all available brand purpose — growth for good committee.
Nonprofit Training
Get the skills you need to advance your career, increase the capabilities of your team, advance your mission, and drive sector growth.
No events are currently scheduled. Please check back for future events or click the button below to see all available nonprofit training.
Nonprofit Federation Webinar Series
There are currently no scheduled webinars for this series.
ANA Members Would Love to Hear From You
Submit a speaker proposal today.
Do you have a great case study or unique story to share with the nonprofit community? Can your peers or colleagues learn from your expertise, experience, or fresh perspective? We're looking for dynamic and diverse speakers — both seasoned and new fundraisers — to present at our events.
Hot topics include:
- Brand Management
- Cause marketing
- Copywriting
- Corporate collaboration and social responsibility
- Data-driven fundraising
- Digital fundraising trends
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Donor Advised Funds
- DRTV and Connected TV
- Ethics, accountability and public policy
- F2F Fundraising
- Fundraising best-practices
- Fundraising management
- Marketing, communications, and messaging
- Mid-level donor strategy
- Nonprofit Marketing
- Planned Giving
- Social Media Campaigns and Crowdfunding
Participate in the ANA’s Nonprofit Awards
The Nonprofit Organization of the Year Award recognizes outstanding accomplishments in data-driven marketing by a nonprofit organization.
The Max Hart Achievement Award recognizes outstanding career accomplishments by marketing and fundraising professionals.
The ANA Nonprofit Federation Rising Leader Award celebrates the next generation of nonprofit marketing and fundraising leaders.
Leverage the ANA's Nonprofit Insights
Meet the Nonprofit Federation Advisory Council
All programs and initiatives of the ANA Nonprofit Federation are guided by the dedicated volunteers from the nonprofit and supplier communities who serve on our Advisory Council. To join the council or nominate an individual to serve, please fill out this application.
Chair
Laura Thornton
Children International
Vice Chair
Mwosi Swenson
Mal Warwick Donordigital
Karen Barr
Share Our Strength/No Kid Hungry
Amy Bobrick
ABD Direct
Quentin Butcher
Vietnam Veterans of America
Dan Clasgens
DAV
Tom Fleming
Adstra
Richard Geiger
Data Axle Nonprofit
Connie Hannigan-Franck, J.D.
National Wildlife Federation
Eric Johnson
VeraData
Dionne Mitchell
Paralyzed Veterans of America
Elizabeth "Liz" Nielsen
United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee
Dorene Ocamb
Armed Services YMCA National Headquarters
Jeffery Owens
The Salvation Army USA Western Territory
Mike Vcelik
Boys Town
Take the Next Step
Contact the Nonprofit team to learn more about how you can get involved with the ANA Nonprofit Federation.