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SBA Disaster Assistance Available to Montana Nonprofit Organizations

June 21, 2022

Low-interest federal disaster loans are now available to certain private nonprofit organizations in Montana following President Biden’s federal disaster declaration for Public Assistance as a result of severe storms and […]

Mental Health & Burnout in the Nonprofit Space

April 4, 2022

Mental Health Wellness Culture

Are you tired, stressed-out, feeling a sense of dread at the thought of going back to the office on Monday? You’re not alone. Throughout countless conversations with colleagues at every […]

Take a look at your org’s cybersecurity

March 18, 2022

Cybersecurity Technology

Cybersecurity – a buzzword or vital piece of your operations? In 2022, it’s the latter. If your nonprofit accepts donations online, stores donor addresses, uses a cloud-based file system, or […]

Training and Event FAQs

February 24, 2022

Conference MNA News

Q: Are Sessions Recorded? A: Unless otherwise noted, all online training sessions are recorded. Attendees can access recordings and resources through our LMS, Thinkific, for six months after the course. […]

2022 Giving Trends

February 12, 2022

DEIJ Equity Giving Fundraising MNA News

This week I will continue to offer our team’s perspective on key trends impacting Montana’s nonprofits in 2022. Last week I touched on workforce, equity, well-being, hybrid workplace/events, and tech […]

What will 2022 hold for nonprofits?

February 4, 2022

DEIJ Wellness Culture

PART 1 of a series of blogs from MNA Executive Director, Liz Moore. For the first time in almost two years, taking a rational and reasoned approach to predicting trends […]

2022 In-Person Event Protocols

February 1, 2022

COVID-19 Wellness Human Resources

UPDATED: 9/22/2022 Team MNA is ready to get back to in-person events. While there are many benefits to going virtual, we miss seeing our fantastic nonprofit people in-person. That’s why […]

Nonprofit Town Hall: ARPA Funds

September 1, 2021

COVID-19 Finance

Join MNA and several members of state government who are working most closely with Montana’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) framework and funding. Learn about priorities of the Governor’s Office […]

The Ambiguity of Recovery

August 12, 2021

Conference Culture

Well now what? I remember eighteen months ago we were talking about a “marathon, not sprint” as if COVID was something that would follow a lengthy but predictable trajectory. And […]

Why Nonprofits Need D&O Insurance

July 14, 2021

Benefits Human Resources

Passion and purpose. These are the reasons so many join the board of a nonprofit organization. But, did you know your responsibilities as a director or officer could put your […]

Kelly Bruggeman Retiring After 30-Year Legacy at First Interstate Bank

July 7, 2021

Community MNA News

Kelly helped start the First Interstate BancSystem Foundation and was responsible for awarding more than $60 million (from 1990 through 2020) to regional organizations in need. In addition to her […]

Catalyst

July 7, 2021

Leadership

Leadership Development for Nonprofit Professionals Montana’s nonprofit leaders build a stronger Montana for everyone. Catalyst helps build a stronger, more connected sector through sharing the wisdom, experience, and expertise in […]

MNA Congratulates Our 2020 Catalyst Leadership Cohort

June 22, 2021

Catalyst Leadership MNA News

MNA Catalyst paves the way for a robust and resilient nonprofit sector in Montana through leadership development. With a combination of dynamic and skilled content experts, thoughtful curriculum design, and […]

2021 Montana’s Best Awards

May 24, 2021

Community MNA News

2021 Philanthropic & Nonprofit Impact Awards Awardees have been selected! Please see more about this year’s awards and honorees below and please enjoy our awards celebration and tribute. It’s […]

MNA Welcomes Kate Arpin to the Team!

May 18, 2021

MNA Team MNA News

MNA is pleased to welcome Kate Arpin to our team as our Digital Platforms Specialist. Kate is a fifth generation Montanan who grew up in Twin Bridges, and now lives in Troy, […]

Town Hall: Board Governance 101

March 29, 2021

Board Members Board Governance

Board governance basics for new, not-yet, and seasoned nonprofit board and staff. This session will cover nonprofit basics, board legal responsibilities, duties, and how to be a better board member.

Workers’ Compensation Insurance Program

Insurance Human Resources

MNA has partnered with Montana State Fund (MSF) to offer members access to a group workers’ compensation program designed specifically for Montana nonprofits. MNA members who participate in the nonprofit […]

Financial Reserve: A dream or a goal?

March 4, 2021

Budgeting Finance

As MNA continues working with you, our members, to navigate these truly unprecedented times – in group calls, consultation, trainings, and conversation – a term that keeps coming to my mind is ‘margin’ […]

Legislative Update: Week 4

February 2, 2021

Advocacy Tax Public Policy

Montana Legislative Session Update But First: On Wednesday, February 3 at noon MNA is hosting a Legislative Spotlight town hall style meeting with Budget Director Kurt Alme. Please join us as he […]

Things will go back to how they were, right?!

February 1, 2021

COVID-19 Culture

As we approach the one-year mark of the COVID-19 pandemic, we all find ourselves asking and considering the same questions: What does life look like on the other side of […]

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SBA Disaster Assistance Available to Montana Nonprofit Organizations

Mental Health & Burnout in the Nonprofit Space

Take a look at your org’s cybersecurity

Training and Event FAQs

2022 Giving Trends

What will 2022 hold for nonprofits?

2022 In-Person Event Protocols

Nonprofit Town Hall: ARPA Funds

The Ambiguity of Recovery

Why Nonprofits Need D&O Insurance

Kelly Bruggeman Retiring After 30-Year Legacy at First Interstate Bank

Catalyst

MNA Congratulates Our 2020 Catalyst Leadership Cohort

2021 Montana’s Best Awards

MNA Welcomes Kate Arpin to the Team!

Town Hall: Board Governance 101

Workers’ Compensation Insurance Program

Financial Reserve: A dream or a goal?

Legislative Update: Week 4

Things will go back to how they were, right?!

Featured Resources

Starting a 501(c)(3) in Montana

2024 Nonprofit Compensation Report

Supporting Community Builders in Rural Eastern Montana

Wrap-up: MNA Nonprofit Roundtables

Land Acknowledgements: One step in the right direction

We Are Montana’s Nonprofits: Letter to the Editor Campaign

Your Message in Print: New Toolkit Available for Letters to the Editor & Op-eds