Resources
The purpose of this hub is to bring together resources from across different places and spaces to create one central hub where our network can come to find tools to help us as a collective adapt to and thrive through, the rapid changes in our political, economic, and social environment.
Latest Resources
Nonprofit misconceptions: talking points to combat false narratives
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits' talking points helping nonprofits proactively counter false narratives about the sector (e.g. around fraud and administrative costs) with fact-based, mission-focused messaging.
Legislator Guide: Questions to Ask Nonprofits Seeking State Funding
One of Minnesota CN's legislator-facing guides (part of the grant contract reform coalition's toolkit) framing questions state legislators should ask nonprofits seeking state funding, to inform reform debates without adding excessive burden.
Legislator Guide: Understanding Nonprofit Operating Realities
A companion MCN legislator guide explaining nonprofit operating realities, intended to help state lawmakers craft grant/contract reforms that reflect how nonprofits actually function.
Legislative Initiatives Decision Tool
A decision-tree tool from the grant reform coalition offering an alternative framework to a proposed ban on direct legislative appropriations to nonprofits, guiding when to use direct appropriations vs. competitive grants.
Government Partnership Report: MACC member diagnosis & recommendations
A MACC report diagnosing government-partnership challenges based on member input, with recommendations for improving nonprofit–government relationships.
Creating wellness ripples with Black Zen
Jasmine Johnson and Black Zen are on a mission to make meditation accessible and relatable to as many communities possible. Learn more in this March 2025 edition of our monthly Workforce Digest.
Building a better relationship with our emotions!
Learn how Drake helps his clients build new relationships to their emotions and better manage their stress. Learn more in this April 2025 edition of our monthly Workforce Digest!
Leading through uncertainty!
Learn how Lisa helps leaders reimagine their supervisor role and create safe places for teams to thrive and grow. Learn more in this May 2025 edition of our monthly Workforce Digest!