Northwest Illinois Nonprofit Alliance

Welcome to the Nonprofit Alliance

The Northwest Illinois Nonprofit Alliance exists to strengthen nonprofit organizations in our region. A variety of opportunities and resources are made available to Alliance members that will assist them to grow and sustain their organization and fulfill their mission. A strong nonprofit sector is core to a thriving community as each one seeks to meet needs, often with very limited resources.

Why Should You Join?

We are a membership organization led by team of staff and volunteers representing the range and diversity of nonprofits in northwest Illinois. Together, we raise public awareness of your worth and your work, activating donors and community partners while strengthening numerous networks. Together, we raise the profile of the nonprofits as invaluable partners for the public and private sectors.

About the Nonprofit Alliance

The Northwest Illinois Nonprofit Alliance (NINA) exists to enrich local communities by strengthening the nonprofit sector through communication, collaboration, professional development, and networking opportunities, all to maximize local impact. It is supported and staffed by The Foundation for Northwest Illinois and its volunteers.

NINA is a free, membership-based program of The Foundation for Northwest Illinois. We offer members a variety of benefits, including training, access to resources, and networking opportunities.