Leaders and advocates for Delaware’s nonprofit sector
DANA offers industry-leading services in individual and group training sessions. In addition, we hold conferences and serve as the nonprofit advocate in Delaware.
Let’s Work Together
Nonprofits in Delaware are strengthened when we work together to support local communities. Our efforts are multiplied through the support of government, business, foundations, donors and volunteers. These stakeholders care about the efficiency and effectiveness of nonprofits they support. As a member of the alliance, your staff, board and volunteers can learn from other nonprofit leaders, and gain access to resources and tools that can help your mission advance.
EXPAND YOUR EXPERTISE
Industry-leading resources, workshops
and leader development programs
STRENGTHEN YOUR ORGANIZATION
Standards for Excellence® best practices
in 27 areas of nonprofit management
CONNECT AND COLLABORATE
Peer networking, collaborative forums,
DANA’s Annual Conference
RESEARCH AND RESOURCES
Data on Delaware’s nonprofit sector,
research studies, and tools and tips for
nonprofit excellence
Jun 23
USING OUTCOMES TO TELL YOUR STORY
Funders, especially foundations, want to understand not only how your program benefits its service recipients, but also the public value of these benefits. By effectively telling your story, you can demonstrate how funders receive a positive return on their investment in your program
Jun 25
FROM RECOVERY TO RESILIENCY: PLANNING IN UNCERTAIN TIMES
Many nonprofits are rethinking their strategies in light of the pandemic. In this session, CEO Sheila Bravo will walk participants through a new set of tools and templates to help nonprofits consider their future plans and impact to their financial model and future cash flow.
Jul 1
Conditions for Successful Collaboration
Learn how individual, organization and funder collaboration leads to better outcomes. Peggy Geisler has led a community-based coalition model in Sussex County for over 15 years. During this crisis, coalitions are more important than ever. Peggy will share her expertise with you on how to work within a collaborative through key elements such as operating with a shared vision, identifying key metrics for success, and approaching collective problem solving.
Jun 23
USING OUTCOMES TO TELL YOUR STORY
Funders, especially foundations, want to understand not only how your program benefits its service recipients, but also the public value of these benefits. By effectively telling your story, you can demonstrate how funders receive a positive return on their investment in your program
Jun 25
FROM RECOVERY TO RESILIENCY: PLANNING IN UNCERTAIN TIMES
Many nonprofits are rethinking their strategies in light of the pandemic. In this session, CEO Sheila Bravo will walk participants through a new set of tools and templates to help nonprofits consider their future plans and impact to their financial model and future cash flow.
Jul 1
Conditions for Successful Collaboration
Learn how individual, organization and funder collaboration leads to better outcomes. Peggy Geisler has led a community-based coalition model in Sussex County for over 15 years. During this crisis, coalitions are more important than ever. Peggy will share her expertise with you on how to work within a collaborative through key elements such as operating with a shared vision, identifying key metrics for success, and approaching collective problem solving.
Jun 23
USING OUTCOMES TO TELL YOUR STORY
Funders, especially foundations, want to understand not only how your program benefits its service recipients, but also the public value of these benefits. By effectively telling your story, you can demonstrate how funders receive a positive return on their investment in your program
Jun 25
FROM RECOVERY TO RESILIENCY: PLANNING IN UNCERTAIN TIMES
Many nonprofits are rethinking their strategies in light of the pandemic. In this session, CEO Sheila Bravo will walk participants through a new set of tools and templates to help nonprofits consider their future plans and impact to their financial model and future cash flow.
Jul 1
Conditions for Successful Collaboration
Learn how individual, organization and funder collaboration leads to better outcomes. Peggy Geisler has led a community-based coalition model in Sussex County for over 15 years. During this crisis, coalitions are more important than ever. Peggy will share her expertise with you on how to work within a collaborative through key elements such as operating with a shared vision, identifying key metrics for success, and approaching collective problem solving.Latest News
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