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Facing Uncertainty Together: Tools for Nonprofit Next Steps

In a time of uncertainty, many nonprofit leaders are navigating tough decisions about the future of their organizations. Whether you're exploring collaboration, considering a merger, or facing the possibility of closure, you're not alone. At KNN, we're here to meet your organization where you are [...]

Are 501(c)(3) Nonprofits Still Required to Be Nonpartisan? (Yes, They Are!)

Sign this letter with KNN to tell Washington to protect nonprofit nonpartisanship. Thanks to our partners at the North Carolina Center for Nonprofits & David Heinen, Vice President for Public Policy and Advocacy, for sharing this resource. We have received a variety of questions from nonprofits [...]

Nonprofits are Essential to Kentucky – And They Need Our Help

When tornadoes strike or floodwaters rise in Kentucky, it’s local charitable nonprofits that mobilize early to provide relief, working hand-in-hand with first responders to help neighbors in crisis. Within hours, nonprofits and volunteers are clearing debris, offering shelter, and serving hot meals from a borrowed [...]

Kentuckians raise $831,250 for nonprofits during KY Gives Day

LEXINGTON, Ky. – Kentuckians donated $831,250 to 276 nonprofit organizations across the Commonwealth during Tuesday’s 13th annual Kentucky Gives Day, a statewide 24-hour online giving event. Hosted by Kentucky Nonprofit Network (KNN), the state association of nonprofits, the event inspired Kentuckians to donate to their [...]

One Week Until KY Gives Day 2025; Donations Portal Now Open

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky Gives Day returns for its 13th year on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. The statewide 24-hour online giving event encourages nonprofit organizations across the Commonwealth to join forces to raise critical funds and rally support for their causes. Hosted by Kentucky Nonprofit [...]

Flood Resources

The KNN team extends our thoughts to Kentuckians and communities across the Commonwealth impacted by recent flooding.  Nonprofit Resources: After a Disaster: Essentials of Nonprofit Communication, National Council of Nonprofits Disaster Recovery: What Donors and Nonprofits Need to Know, National Council of Nonprofits Kentucky Office [...]

Statement on the Veto of House Bill 622

KNN has learned that Governor Andy Beshear has vetoed the substance of House Bill 622 - legislation to support the prompt payment and statutory rights of nonprofits contracting with the state. Prior to and during the legislative session, KNN worked in good faith with his administration to reach an agreed upon compromise on longstanding challenges threatening services to Kentuckians. [...]

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