Strengthening safety and emotional wellness in nonprofits is essential to sustaining mission-driven work. When staff feel safe and supported, they serve with greater compassion and resilience. Caring for your team is caring for your mission Check out NAWA’s new guide to learn more rebrand.ly/77vaw38

¿Quieres fortalecer la estabilidad financiera de tu organización? 💡 Aprende a crear presupuestos sólidos y estratégicos alineados con tu misión. ¡Se servirá almuerzo ligero! 📍 Tacoma: nonprofitwa.org/event/tacoma... 📍 Sunnyside: nonprofitwa.org/event/sunnys...

Join Nonprofit Association of Washington’s Executive Director, Neal Mizushima, for a check-in with your peers around the state. Wednesday, June 10th, 9 am - 10 am nonprofitwa.org/event/online...

Join experts to talk about the importance of amplifying rural voices in political discourse and creating sustainable solutions tailored to local needs. Let’s discuss how to collaborate to ensure equitable access to resources by rural communities. nonprofitwa.org/event/online...

More sun. More opportunities. More NAWA. Here's your June lineup! nonprofitwa.org/calendar

Join us for AI for Nonprofits in Aberdeen on Thursday, June 11th, from 10 am - 2 pm! This hands-on workshop introduces Artificial Intelligence (AI) in a simple, approachable way designed specifically for nonprofit professionals with little to no technical background. nonprofitwa.org/event/aberde...

#MosesLake, Let's get legal! Let's Go Legal is here to help you achieve your mission and stay compliant in the process, and we're headed your way on Thursday, June 4th, from 10 am - 2 pm nonprofitwa.org/event/moses-...

Join NAWA’s Policy Director and nonprofit advocates for a discussion about why policy and advocacy work is essential to achieving nonprofit missions. We’ll provide an overview of advocacy, lobbying and what you need to know to stay compliant. nonprofitwa.org/event/spokan...

Strategic planning can be a powerful process to guide the future of your nonprofit. nonprofitwa.org/event/online... Join us on Tuesdays from 10 am - 11:30 pm PT, online June 2nd, June 9th, and June 16th

Psychological safety is the foundation for a healthy workplace and plays a key role in reducing burnout and staff turnover. Understanding the key elements of psychological safety can help leaders create or enhance practices that promote organizational resilience. Learn more at rebrand.ly/77vaw38

Trauma-informed workplaces benefit everyone. When organizations prioritize safety, respect, and support through clear communication and healthy boundaries, stress is reduced and resilience grows. NAWA’s new guide offers practical strategies to build trauma-informed workplaces. rebrand.ly/n47

The May Connector Newsletter is live! Inside, you'll find upcoming learning opportunities over the remainder of May and June, WSNC 2026 recap, and a golden opportunity for organizations working in the arts. mailchi.mp/nonprofitwa/...

Huge thank you to the sponsors of the 2026 Washington State Nonprofit Conference. Your support allows us to create a dynamic, welcoming, and memorable experience for attendees.

Our Community is gathering. Will you be there? WSNC brings together nonprofit professionals from across the state — in person and virtually — to share, connect, and leave genuinely refueled. There's still time to join us. Secure your spot today ⬇ nonprofitwa.org/washington-s...

Investing in trauma-informed supervision isn’t just good leadership — it’s essential for sustaining healthy, resilient teams. If you’re a manager or leader who would like to learn practical strategies for implementing trauma-informed tools into supervision. nonprofitwa.org/event/online...

Bring clarity to your organization’s financial vision and funding requests through effective budgeting on Thursday, April 30th, 10 am - 2 pm. nonprofitwa.org/event/mcclea...

📣 Meeting of the Marketing Minds is coming up next week! Wednesday, April 29th, 12:30 - 1:30 pm PT nonprofitwa.org/event/online... This quarter, we'll be talking about event comms, just in time for event season. 🤩

The April Connector Newsletter is live! Spotlight on Serve WA, opportunity to learn about capital projects through Department of Commerce, updates on SB6346 and the federal landscape from National Council of Nonprofits, and a brain break just for the gardeners out there. mailchi.mp/nonprofitwa/...

We just earned our Gold Seal of Transparency from @CandidDotOrg! Keep up with our accomplishments on our #NonprofitProfile rebrand.ly/NAWAGoldSeal

Join our FREE New Member Call on April 23 (12–12:30 PM) and learn how NAWA can help you make a bigger impact. 🌿 Register (it's free!): nonprofitwa.org/event/online...

Join us on April 21st at 11 am to meet Statistics Without Borders (SWB) and learn more about their pro-bono services for nonprofits! If your organization has limited capacity, tools, or needs more knowledge of data collection and analysis, SWB can help. nonprofitwa.org/event/online...

How would you communicate a worst-case scenario to your donors, staff, and community while maintaining their trust? Understanding how an organization closes — the communications, the stakeholder relationships, the hard decisions... nonprofitwa.org/event/online...

In this dynamic, interactive workshop, participants are guided through mapping and analyzing the full Customer Journey of every key stakeholder in your ecosystem. That includes donors, beneficiaries, volunteers, sponsors, board members, and even prospective staff. nonprofitwa.org/event/turnin...

Boards In Gear is back again, and this time, no road trip is needed! Join us on April 16th, 10 am - 12 pm PT for our Boards in Gear webinar! nonprofitwa.org/event/online... Getting your board in gear can help put your organization on a clear path forward. 💖

Selfcare can sometimes feel like a buzzword. Identifying ways in which we can stay physically, emotionally, and morally safe in the workplace can help reduce stress and promote recovery from challenging experiences. nonprofitwa.org/event/online...

Many nonprofit boards are so focused on what they do and not why they exist. This 45-minute lunch and learn invites board members and organizational leaders to step back from the day-to-day and reconnect with governance as an act of community stewardship. nonprofitwa.org/event/online...

April is a packed month full of opportunities to keep learning! Here’s what’s going on at NAWA over April. Register for these events and more at nonprofitwa.org/calendar

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Join us in #Wenatchee on April 1st for this day-long workshop for leaders of small, all or mostly volunteer organizations wanting to learn the basics on how to deliver on your mission. nonprofitwa.org/event/wenatc...

Ready to level up your training skills?🍎 Join our two-part Train the Trainer series to sharpen how you design, lead, and adapt in real time. nonprofitwa.org/event/online... Perfect for facilitators, trainers, and anyone creating engaging learning spaces.

What if there was a place that you could directly connect with your audience where they already are, so you, as a business owner, could fulfill your own mission of serving the nonprofit sector? 🧐 Psst---> nonprofitwa.org/washington-s... Spots are still available🤷🏾‍♀️; take the leap. #WSNConf

The legislative session is over, WSNC agenda is live, opportunities, and how one org is creating positive change and cultural recognition in Central Washington, all in The Connector mailchi.mp/nonprofitwa/...

Advocacy is most effective when it’s intentional, strategic, and aligned with your organization’s mission. On March 31st, 10 am - 12 pm, we’ll explore how to identify policy priorities, engage key stakeholders, and translate your goals into actionable strategies. nonprofitwa.org/event/online...

SB 6346, coined the Millionaires' Tax, passed the Washington State Senate in February. Last night, on March 10th, the House approved the bill. Read our latest blog to learn what this legislation means for nonprofits nonprofitwa.org/washingtons-... #sb6346

Virtual roadtrip? YES, please! Join us for the Let's Go Legal Webinar on Thursday, March 19th, from 1 pm-2 pm to learn about the compliance and protection aspects of running a nonprofit in Washington State nonprofitwa.org/event/online...

Parallel processes can quietly shape the workplace, showing up when the stress around the issues we are working and communities we serve begins to mirror itself within our teams. Learn more about parallel processes and how to address them on NAWA’s blog. nonprofitwa.org/preventing-p...

The day has arrived! Submit your application for a WSNC Scholarship today by 11:59 pm! https://nonprofitwa.org/washington-state-nonprofit-conference/scholarships/ #WSNConf

Whether you already serve the sector or want to grow your connections, this is the place to show up, stand out, and make an impact. Learn more about sponsor and exhibitor opportunities ➡️ nonprofitwa.org/washington-s...

Safety and self-care plans in the workplace aren’t just a wellness trend, they’re a vital part of a healthy work culture and help us prepare for challenging moments while supporting emotional well-being. Join us for a webinar to learn clear steps to take when stress begins to rise. nonprofitwa.org

Find your next employee with @macs-list.bsky.social! NAWA Members receive a $49 discount (30%) on the first purchase of a single job posting, with a limit of one per customer. NAWA members head to jobs.macslist.org/login/employ... Not-Yet-Members of NAWA, head to jobs.macslist.org/login/employ...

Time for a roadtrip, this time to #centraliawa Join us for workshop Let's Go Legal on March 24th, 12 pm- 4 pm, to get started on the road to nonprofit compliance. A light lunch will be provided. nonprofitwa.org/event/centra...

Did you know that celebrating small wins, staying connected to mission, and creating meaningful opportunities for reflection all contribute to compassion satisfaction, a type of workplace resilience? Learn more about the power of compassion satisfaction on NAWA’s blog. linktr.ee/nonprofitwa

The official start of spring is just around the corner, and we’ve got a slate of amazing workshops and webinars for you to take advantage of. Here’s what’s on deck at NAWA over March! Register for these events and more at nonprofitwa.org/calendar

This two-part webinar series on Thursday, March 5th ( that's next week!) explores how organizations can strengthen their programs through rigorous evaluation and compelling impact communication. Register today at nonprofitwa.org/event/online...

New to grantwriting or want more confidence? 📝 Join our Intro to Grantwriting Workshop! Learn how to structure strong proposals, understand funder needs, and share your mission with clarity + impact. Build skills, write smarter, fund better. nonprofitwa.org/event/online...

There's still time to get your tickets! nonprofitwa.org/event/online...

#bellinghamwa we're heading your way! Join NAWA’s Policy Director and nonprofit advocates on March 3, 10 am - 2 pm, for a discussion about why policy and advocacy work are essential to achieving nonprofit missions. nonprofitwa.org/event/bellin...

Happy Lunar New Year! News you can use inside the February edition of The Connector mailchi.mp/nonprofitwa/...

NAWA is Hiring a Learning Program Manager Learn more and apply today at rebrand.ly/o841bnr #NowHiring

Ready to grow your individual giving program beyond the basics? Join Minnesota Council of Nonprofits for Individual Giving 201 on Feb 17th, 8:30 am - 10 am PT nonprofitwa.org/event/online...