Sector Advancement
Advancing Nonprofit Excellence in Delaware
DANA’s mission to advance the entire nonprofit sector in Delaware has several elements
Share Delaware
DANA and Philanthropy Delaware have collaborated to create SHARE Delaware, an open source mapping and data site to provide information about Delaware nonprofits. The website is the State’s first comprehensive resource for information on Delaware nonprofits and their program locations – in one searchable database.
Connections & Collaborations
DANA offers a number of ways for nonprofits to connect and collaborate with each other and other agencies in the state, such through Communities of Practice, its annual conference, member events, and information sessions on government and philanthropy initiatives. Collaboration and working towards collective impact is an imperative in today’s complex and evolving social system.
Communities of Practice
Join other DANA members who share similar nonprofit roles in a small group setting. Led by a DANA expert, these online communities are designed to foster in-depth learning, facilitate convening and networking, create a shared desire to strive for excellence within the sector, and offer a safe place for nonprofit professionals to connect with each other.
- Public Policy Community
- Marketing Community
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Community
- Fund Development Community (in partnership with AFP)
- CEO Peer Community
- Outcome Evaluation
Nonprofit Sector Research
DANA conducts primary and gathers secondary research to inform philanthropy, government, business, and nonprofits on the state of the sector, and issues that could impact the sector in the future.
DANA Sponsored Studies:
State of the Sector Infographic
COVID-19 Impact Surveys
Contract Reform
2020 DANA Member Survey
Other Research of Significance:
National Council of Nonprofits (State of Sector/Workforce)
NonProfit Finance Fund (2022 State of the Sector)
BoardSource (2021 Intent to Lead)
Sector Advocacy
DANA serves as a voice for its members, advocating to both government and philanthropy the needs of Delaware nonprofits. It partners with Philanthropy Delaware, the United Way of Delaware, the Delaware Community Foundation and other statewide organizations to foster collaboration and jointly advance initiatives to create conditions for Delaware nonprofits to thrive.
DANA also brings research and industry-level insights to help nonprofits better understand the political, economic, and social landscape. Through its partnership with the National Council of Nonprofits, DANA informs federal policymakers on the needs and interests of Delaware nonprofits.
Consulting Services
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“Membership in DANA, Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement is an absolute must and value-add for any Delaware-based nonprofit organization. We have been impressed by the visibility, collective advocacy for our sector, resources, networking, and many other benefits afforded to us as a member in DANA. This group of experienced and knowledgeable professionals is a major force for good in Delaware’s nonprofit sector, most notably at Legislative Hall in Dover. The Delaware Nurses Association has never been as connected, visible and supported as we are now, thanks to membership in DANA.”
Christopher E. Otto, MSN, RN,
CHFN, PCCN, CCRN
Executive Director, Delaware
Nurses Association