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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

Leadership Development

DANA provides Executive Directors, Board Chairs and the Board of Directors as a team, many different learning and networking opportunities to strengthen their skills and practices to be confident and effective in advancing their community impact.

Organizational Effectiveness

DANA helps nonprofits improve their operational effectiveness with an emphasis on best practices in board and leadership development, collaboration, strategic planning, outcome measurement, fundraising, advocacy, and financial management.

Advancing the Nonprofit Sector

DANA promotes the value of nonprofits to government, business, and foundation leaders. It represents the perspective of Delaware nonprofits on public policy that impacts their organizations.

Feb 3

Annual State of Delaware Budget Update and Review

Please join us for a live webinar overview and Q&A of this year's budget with special guests from the Office of Management and Budget and the Department of Health and Social Services.

Feb 28

2020 Board Chair & CEO Seminar

February 28, 2020 8:30AM - 5:00PM

Jan 23

Financial Leadership Tips & Tools Webinar Series - Jan 23 - Feb 27

Learn best practices and easy shifts to enhance your financial savvy and organizational efficiency.

Jan 30

The Role of the Board Chair Webinar Series Jan 30 - Feb 20

Whether you're a current chair, chair-elect, or head up a committee, this workshop covers leadership skills every board member needs.

Jan 23

Financial Leadership Tips & Tools Webinar Series - Jan 23 - Feb 27

Learn best practices and easy shifts to enhance your financial savvy and organizational efficiency.

Jan 30

The Role of the Board Chair Webinar Series Jan 30 - Feb 20

Whether you're a current chair, chair-elect, or head up a committee, this workshop covers leadership skills every board member needs.

Jan 23

Financial Leadership Tips & Tools Webinar Series - Jan 23 - Feb 27

Learn best practices and easy shifts to enhance your financial savvy and organizational efficiency.

Jan 30

The Role of the Board Chair Webinar Series Jan 30 - Feb 20

Whether you're a current chair, chair-elect, or head up a committee, this workshop covers leadership skills every board member needs.

Latest News

Advocacy Update: A new year brings new priorities for Delaware nonprofits

January 21, 2020

I always love the beginning of a new year and the endless possibilities it opens, particularly when we consider opportunities to enact new policies to support the nonprofit sector. On the afternoon of January 14th,...

Larry Boyer

BOARD TREASURER, FORT MILES MUSEUM

Our Alliance Partners

Many thanks to DANA’s Alliance Partners! We couldn't serve our members and the nonprofit sector in Delaware without you. If you are interested in becoming an Alliance Partner with DANA, contact us.