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#MemberSpotlight: DC News Now reported that the @WRAP_org is offered a free Lyft ride credit of up to $15 to help prevent drunk driving during St. Patrick’s Day in the Washington, D.C., area. dcnewsnow.com/news/local-new…

Nominations can be made by board members, staff members, volunteers, clients or community members, and can be made with or without the candidate’s knowledge. nonprofitadvancement.org/competition-ev…

⏳Nominations for the Board Leadership Award are due March 20. This award distinguishes those Boards that go above and beyond recommended standards and fundamentals to bring new levels of leadership to their role, resulting in positive changes & notable successes for their orgs.

#MemberSpotlight: Sandy Markwood, CEO of @theUSAging, was quoted in a press release announcing the launch of the national campaign “Eat Well. Live Well. Age Well.” by USAging and the Eldercare Locator during National Senior Nutrition Month. markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/na…

#MemberSpotlight: Shannon Anderson, virtual power plant policy director at @SolarNeighbors, was quoted in a piece discussing legislation introduced by NY Assembly member Anna Kelles to accelerate the state’s transition to a more flexible electric grid. nysfocus.com/2026/03/04/new…

#MemberSpotlight: Join the Nonprofit Risk Management Center’s “Only Human” virtual conference April 7 to explore real AI risks and opportunities for nonprofits. The one-day event offers practical tools to protect your mission while embracing innovation; nonprofitrisk.org.

State of the Nonprofit Sector 2026 Thursday, March 26 at 12:00 pm Make plans to join us virtually! REGISTER: brighterstrategies.com/event/state-of…

THE DATA IS IN! The Center is proud to have partnered with @brightstrat Strategies alongside @mdnonprofits, @nonprofitpgc, and the @communityfoundationf, to present the results of the 2026 Nonprofit Organizational Health Study.

#MemberSpotlight: @NJNarrative hosted a conversation with Ittay Flescher at Congregation Beth El in South Orange, New Jersey, on March 12. newjewishnarrative.org.

#MemberSpotlight: The Citi Foundation awarded an initial $1 million grant to the @NAAHLDC research affiliate, the Center for Affordable Housing Lending, to launch a housing supply research program. Learn more at The Real Deal. therealdeal.com/national/2026/…

#MemberSpotlight: The 2026 National Conference, hosted by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and organized by the @OrchLeague , will be held June 1-3 and invites orchestra professionals nationwide to come together under the theme “FLOW.” leagueconference.org.

Faculty: Shereese Floyd, Founder, AI Consultants for Nonprofits Learn how to use AI to make grant writing faster and less overwhelming. With the right tools, you can spend less time writing and more time focusing on your mission. Register nonprofitadvancement.org/event/webinar-…

In 2026, we're celebrating an anniversary: the Center's Board Leadership Award has been spotlighting exceptional nonprofit Boards of Directors in the Washington area for 15 years! 🏆 nonprofitadvancement.org/competition-ev…

With the storm approaching and organizations closing early across the region, it’s a good moment to think about preparedness. For nonprofits, continuity matters. Communities depend on us. Three quick reminders for nonprofit leaders:

For 15 years, the @CenterNonprof’s Board Leadership Award has recognized nonprofit Boards in the Washington region that lead with purpose, accountability, and impact. Know a board doing exceptional work? Nominations close March 20, 2026. nonprofitadvancement.org/competition-ev…

Congratulations to our EXCEL Award Sponsor, @GRFCPAs, on 45 years of excellence!

A great reminder of why we do the work that we do! ‘20 Nonprofit Leaders Share What Keeps Them In The Nonprofit Industry’ forbes.com/councils/forbe…

Want to build lasting relationships with major donors? Join our complimentary online forum How to Foster Long-Term Ties with Big Donors on March 10. Top fundraisers will share strategies for: 🟣 Winning big gifts and inspiring loyalty 🟣 Meaningful donor recognition 🟣 Understanding motivations 🟣 Engaging donors' expertise Get proven tactics to keep major donors engaged for the long haul. Register now: phlnthrp.com/3MXZ9kQ Supported by @DonorPerfect.

#MemberSpotlight: The Valley Breeze reported that the @WhiteHouseHstry has released the official 2026 commemorative ornament, produced in partnership with Lincoln manufacturer Beacon Design by ChemArt. valleybreeze.com/news/lincolns-…

#MemberSpotlight: Ben Delman, editorial director of @SolarNeighbors, was quoted in an article from DW.comdiscussing how Americans are increasingly adopting easy-to-install, plug-and-play DIY solar systems that significantly reduce energy costs. dw.com/en/the-diy-sol…