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2018-19 OnBoard Program to Begin in September

OnBoard prepares high-potential professionals for service on nonprofit boards, and is a collaborative effort between the Alliance for Better Nonprofits and the Haslam College of Business at the University of Tennesse.

By Tiffani Mensch on August 2, 2018

Meet Our New Team Member!

ABN is pleased to announce that, following an extensive national search, we have appointed Eddie Crim to serve as Assistant Director of Capacity Building.

By Tiffani Mensch on July 18, 2018

Financial Woes? We Can Help!

Learn more about ABN's customized services to help with financial and accounting practices.

By Eddie Crim on July 9, 2018

5 Tips For Getting The Most Out Of Your Next Conference

Conferences are an amazing opportunity to expand your knowledge, skills, and professional network. But, with an abundance of information packed into one event, it can be both overwhelming and challenging to get the most out of the experience. With the 2018 ABN Leadership Conference right around the corner on October 31st, we thought it would be a good idea to go over a few tips to ensure you take full advantage of the opportunities ahead.

By Eddie Crim on July 5, 2018

ABN Member Spotlight: Campbell Culture Coalition

How many times have you sat around a dinner table with a group of friends and said, “You know what this town really needs?” This is exactly how the Campbell Culture Coalition got its start. A group of individuals living in Campbell County, Tennessee, who care about their town’s history and culture, felt they needed to do something to promote its important past and preserve its future. Instead of letting this idea fade into the night, they took action.

By Eddie Crim on June 13, 2018

ABN Member Spotlight: Renovatus Recovery Community

Since the 1970s, research has shown the most effective addiction treatment addresses the multiple needs of the patient rather than focusing on addiction alone. Renovatus is a truly unique program, created by Pete and Beth Higgs, with the mission of providing a safe home, life skills training, and a community environment under Christian discipleship to ensure a successful recovery and transition into a new, healthy life.

By Eddie Crim on June 5, 2018

Hosting a Charitable Gaming Event? Read This First!

Many organizations may not realize they are hosting illegal events, and, if in violation, could face a fine as large as $5,000 per occurrence. Read more to learn key information that will help your organization remain compliant with state law.

By Eddie Crim on May 29, 2018

Tax Reform is Here: Time for Funding Spring Cleaning!

With flowers blooming and birds chirping, spring is a good time to open the windows, dust off the bookshelf, and clean out the clutter that has accumulated over the cold winter. This winter also brought us the new Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, and for nonprofits, it’s a good time to reevaluate your funding strategy.

By Eddie Crim on May 7, 2018

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