THE QBP NONPROFIT NETWORK

Goals:

• To serve as a clearinghouse of information for nonprofits.
• To help nonprofits diversify their funding sources, access capacity-building resources and connect with legal assistance.
• To promote networking so nonprofits can raise awareness about their programs and services, develop partnerships with one another and bring their priorities to the attention of the Queens Borough President’s Office.

Benefits:

• Timely email blasts with information on grant opportunities, virtual trainings and other resources.
• Invitations to funders’ talks, mentoring circles and networking sessions.
• Individual consultations with a leading nonprofit expert through a partnership with the Queens Public Library.
• Participation in a forum where a wide range of nonprofits exchange best practices and lend mutual support.
• One-on-one meetings with the Nonprofit Network’s Steering Committee members and/or the department director to develop stronger relationships with our nonprofits.

Criteria:

You are eligible for joining the QBP Nonprofit Network if:

• You are a nonprofit organization
• You have a footprint in Queens (meaning your organization is based in Queens or you are located elsewhere, but you already offer programs and services in the borough)

There is no membership fee.