Mission & Vision

Our Mission

To serve, build capacity, and foster collaboration among and between Mississippi’s nonprofit and philanthropic communities.

Our Vision

The Mississippi Alliance of Nonprofits and Philanthropy envisions effective and efficient nonprofit and philanthropic organizations throughout the state, working together to improve the lives of the people and communities of Mississippi.

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Principles & Standards

The Principles and Standards for Nonprofit and Philanthropy Excellence are based on the fundamental values of quality, responsibility and accountability.

The 12 accountability principles distinguish the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors from government and the business sector. The management practices provide specific guidelines for...

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Equity in Response, Recovery and Resilence: An Action Report in Five Parts
During the 2022 Jackson water crisis, nonprofits in the City of Jackson, around the State of Mississippi, and across the United States worked to meet ...
Revisiting Big Questions for Philanthropy: When to Bridge and When to Fight
Two big, related questions have hung over many in philanthropy these past several years: first, how best to protect democracy, and second, how to work ...
Sabbaticals and the Case for More Rest for Leaders of Color
Social change isn’t possible when nonprofit leaders are exhausted. Extended paid leave helped me — and can help others.
Southern Trends Report | Created by Candid.
The Southern Trends Report, produced in partnership with Candid includes eight years of data on grantmaking in the southern region through 2021. The latest updates also ...
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Join the National Council of Nonprofits (NCN) for a free webinar on responding to federal grant cancellations. The webinar will cover how grants are being cancelled, steps grantees should take to prepare for the risk of cancellation, and considerations for organizations after cancellation. The NCN Public Policy team will also share immediate actions you can take to advocate for your nonprofit organizations.

The presentation will be provided by Amanda Fuchs Miller, President of Seventh Street Strategies. Amanda has more than three decades of experience working inside and outside of government. As President of Seventh Street Strategies, she works with nonprofit organizations, foundations, and higher education institutions to provide advocacy, policy, oversight, and communications support.

Please note this session is not being recorded. Space is limited, so please do not register if you don’t anticipate being able to attend the live event.

Register here>> us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Bsxqj6iCRlygjwJH7fyJnA#/registration
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Join the National Council of Nonprofits (NCN) for a free webinar on responding to federal grant cancellations. The webinar will cover how grants are being cancelled, steps grantees should take to prepare for the risk of cancellation, and considerations for organizations after cancellation. The NCN Public Policy team will also share immediate actions you can take to advocate for your nonprofit organizations.

The presentation will be provided by Amanda Fuchs Miller, President of Seventh Street Strategies. Amanda has more than three decades of experience working inside and outside of government. As President of Seventh Street Strategies, she works with nonprofit organizations, foundations, and higher education institutions to provide advocacy, policy, oversight, and communications support.

Please note this session is not being recorded. Space is limited, so please do not register if you don’t anticipate being able to attend the live event.

Register here>> https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Bsxqj6iCRlygjwJH7fyJnA#/registration

We’re excited to share that Ellen Collins will be joining an inspiring lineup of speakers at We Give Summit 2025 — a national virtual gathering of giving circles, collaborative funds, community leaders, funders, and more.

On tomorrow at 1 PM ET / 12 PM CT, Ellen Collins will lead the session "Rural America Can’t Wait: A Call to Collective Action” — a conversation about bold, collaborative solutions for rural communities.

Register now for free at WeGiveSummit.org and be part of the movement to reimagine giving together.
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We’re excited to share that Ellen Collins will be joining an inspiring lineup of speakers at We Give Summit 2025 — a national virtual gathering of giving circles, collaborative funds, community leaders, funders, and more.

On tomorrow at 1 PM ET / 12 PM CT, Ellen Collins will lead the session Rural America Can’t Wait: A Call to Collective Action” — a conversation about bold, collaborative solutions for rural communities.

Register now for free at WeGiveSummit.org and be part of the movement to reimagine giving together.

We Give Summit is a space for people who believe in the power of community and the impact of collective giving. Join our Executive Director, Ellen Collins on Wednesday, May 14 at 1PM ET / 12 PM CT for a session titled “Rural America Can't Wait: A Call to Collective Action".

To sign up, visit WeGiveSummit.org. It’s free to attend and there are a dozen panels, trainings, and roundtable discussions you could join. Register today!
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We Give Summit is a space for people who believe in the power of community and the impact of collective giving. Join our Executive Director, Ellen Collins on Wednesday, May 14 at 1PM ET / 12 PM CT for a session titled “Rural America Cant Wait: A Call to Collective Action.

To sign up, visit WeGiveSummit.org. It’s free to attend and there are a dozen panels, trainings, and roundtable discussions you could join. Register today!
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