KNN Blog
New leadership comes on Board of Directors at Kentucky Nonprofit Network
Kentucky Nonprofit Network (KNN), the state association of charitable nonprofits, is proud to announce the election of two new members to its board of directors: Marcey Ansley, Executive Director of The Hearing & Speech Center, and Kateena Haynes, Chief Executive Officer of Boys & [...]
5 Ways Your Generosity is a Powerful Investment in Community
For many, the holiday season is a time of gratitude and giving. Beyond the feel-good factor, donating to charitable nonprofits is a powerful investment in your community. Here are five ways your contributions generate lasting change during the holidays and throughout the year. Help Build a [...]
Kentucky Nonprofit Network Welcomes New Leader to Empower Nonprofits in the Bluegrass and Beyond
Winchester native to lead public policy, advocacy efforts for Lexington Nonprofit Coalition Kentucky Nonprofit Network (KNN), the Commonwealth’s statewide association of charitable nonprofits, is strengthening its coalition-building, public policy, and advocacy efforts in the Bluegrass region and beyond with the addition of Ashleigh Dunsmoor, its [...]
KNN’s Lexington Nonprofit Coalition Hosts Breakfast Event with Rep. Barr to Address Nonprofit Challenges
Nonprofit leaders from the Lexington area gathered over breakfast Monday morning for an in-depth discussion with U.S. Representative Andy Barr, R-Ky., focusing on the pressing issues facing their organizations and the communities they serve. The event, hosted by the Kentucky Nonprofit Network (KNN) and their [...]
KNN’s Louisville Nonprofit Coalition Hosts Breakfast Event with Rep. McGarvey to Address Nonprofit Challenges
Nonprofit leaders from the Louisville area gathered over breakfast Thursday morning for an in-depth discussion with U.S. Representative Morgan McGarvey, D-Ky., focusing on the pressing issues facing their organizations and the communities they serve. The event, hosted by the Kentucky Nonprofit Network (KNN) and their [...]
Top Leaders Join Kentucky Nonprofit Network Board of Directors
Kentucky Nonprofit Network (KNN), the state association of nonprofit organizations, has elected new members and selected its 2024 slate of officers for its board of directors. New board members include Mason Dyer, president of the Association of Independent Kentucky Colleges and Universities (AIKCU), attorney Elizabeth [...]
Kentucky Nonprofit Network Strengthens Investment in Louisville
Louisville native to lead public policy, advocacy efforts for Louisville Nonprofit Coalition Kentucky Nonprofit Network (KNN), the Commonwealth’s statewide association of nonprofits, is expanding its coalition-building and public policy advocacy efforts in Louisville Metro and beyond with the addition of Laela Kashan, its new director [...]
Government Shutdown Creates Uncertainty, Nonprofits Carry On
There is much uncertainty surrounding today's government shutdown. But what is for certain is that the work of nonprofits remains and for some organizations serving our most vulnerable, the work becomes even more critical. I am certain that investing in education and connections with other [...]
We Grieve. And We Must Also Act.
Dear nonprofit colleague:Since the horrific mass shooting in downtown Louisville one week ago, I’ve been struggling with what to say in this space that hasn’t already been said. Thoughts, prayers, condolences, we are grieving with you, we are angry and frustrated too… I deeply feel all [...]
KNN Statement on Senate Bill 62
Senate Bill 62 is set to become law in mid-summer 2023. Kentucky Nonprofit Network stands with state associations of nonprofits across the nation in fighting similar unnecessary and confusing legislation in their states. We are disappointed that calls to improve this bill to protect the [...]
Statement on Governor Andy Beshear’s 2021 Budget Address
January 7, 2021 Contact: Danielle Clore859-963-3203 x3danielle@kynonprofits.org Statement by Danielle Clore, CEO, Kentucky Nonprofit Network Nonprofits are on the frontlines of Kentucky's COVID-19 battle. As providers of critical services and as the fourth largest employer in the commonwealth, they need relief and they need it [...]
Statement on the General Assembly’s Passage of a Legislative Solution to the Sales Tax Issue Facing Nonprofits
Kentucky Nonprofit Network CEO, Danielle Clore, issues statement on passage of the Free Conference Committee Report to House Bill 354. Kentucky’s nonprofit organizations have moved a critical step closer to relief from the burden of collecting and remitting sales tax on admissions to their events [...]
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