DANA believes strongly in the power of collaboration and its ability to have a multiplying impact in enhancing our communities. As such, DANA partners to deliver its mission through its Excellence Academy service partners, public policy partners, and alliance partners. Together our collective work advances and strengthens the nonprofit community in Delaware.
Excellence Academy Service Partners
DANA holds several partnerships to deliver its consulting and training services. Experienced independent consultants in a range of expertise including governance, sustainability, strategic planning, financial management, collective impact, fundraising, succession and executive coaching. DANA also partners with the Standards for Excellence Institute for best practice guidance and nonprofit accreditation.
Stand Out Among Your Peer Organizations
As a member of DANA, your organization is devoted to strengthening your infrastructure and leadership to make transformational impacts in the communities you serve. Set your organization apart by going above the minimum legal requirements for a responsibly governed and well managed nonprofit.
Apply to earn the Seal of Excellence through a special agreement with the Standards for Excellence Institute. The accreditation program provides nonprofits in Delaware and across the country with the opportunity to demonstrate that they operate with the highest standards of accountability and ethics. It is an ideal way for nonprofits who do not have access to a trade accreditation to exhibit their high operational standards.
National nonprofit directories such as Guidestar will feature this accreditation on the nonprofit’s profile page. A recent study of nonprofits who applied and secured the Standards for Excellence Seal realized an increase in public funding support.
Full Accreditation
- Delaware Community Reinvestment Action Council
- Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement
- Rehoboth Beach Film Society
Level Two – Basic Enhanced
Level One – Basic
Public Policy Partners
DANA partners with other sector leaders to educate government leaders on the value and role of nonprofits in Delaware. Through our collective efforts, we seek to partner with government officials to advance policy that will strengthen the nonprofit sector’s ability to deliver effective and efficient services.
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF NONPROFITS
The Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement is a proud member of the National Council of Nonprofits!
The National Council of Nonprofits is a trusted resource and advocate for America’s charitable nonprofits. Through its powerful network of State Associations and 25,000-plus members – thus the nation’s largest network of nonprofits – it serves as a central coordinator and mobilizer to help nonprofits achieve greater collective impact in local communities across the country. They identify emerging trends, share proven practices, and promote solutions that benefit charitable nonprofits and the communities they serve.
For more information about the National Council, please visit their website at councilofnonprofits.org.
Alliance Partners
DANA is supported by foundations and business in Delaware who value the work of nonprofits. They want them to thrive by having strong leadership and excellence, effective practices and policies. Thanks to these organizations, DANA is able to offer our services at accessible rates and even at no cost.