Mississippi Alliance of Nonprofits and Philanthropy

Training & capacity building: the Alliance provides learning opportunities for nonprofit and philanthropic organizations to increase their capacity and effectiveness. Learning opportunities include face-to-face and virtual workshops, webinars, certification programs, online courses and peer learning based on the principles and standards for nonprofit and Philanthropy management excellence. Capacity building initiatives include endow ms, affinity groups and the innovations lab which allow members to quickly move from conversation to collaborative action to help improve the quality of life for children, families, and communities.

Communications and marketing:the Alliance employs a comprehensive communications plan that seeks to give clear and consistent messaging with internal and external stakeholders. The plan utilizes multiple communications platforms, including a website, emails, social media, electronic newsletters, and print materials. A member dashboard allows members to see information including membership type, renewal date, guidestar seal level and profile links and access to training videos.

Membership:the Alliance's membership represents a broad range of mission-based organizations from across the state. The Alliance's goal is to provide high-quality trainings, technical assistance and comprehensive support and resources to its members through a variety of tools, information, and products to help them achieve their goals and mission. Members have access to a range of benefits and services including quarterly networking opportunities with other Nonprofits and philanthropists; discounts on trainings, products and services including office supplies, director and officer liability insurance, access to the foundation directory online and free subscriptions to guidestar and the society for Nonprofits. Membership levels are based on organizations operating budgets and giving levels.