Our Mission:
MNA's mission is to serve public benefit nonprofits by strengthening the collective voice, leadership, and capacity of nonprofits to enrich the lives of all Michiganders. Our Vision:
Michigan's nonprofit sector will be a vital leader in building and sustaining thriving communities. We are champions for nonprofits and the communities they serve. We are deeply invested in our core value
s which are:
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice- We place an intentional focus on diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) because we have felt the impact of injustice. We challenge ourselves and others to ask the uncomfortable questions. We aim to lead with empathy and compassion. Integrity- Integrity is the foundation upon which we build relationships and trust. We will not compromise our integrity. We aim to know and do what is right. Forward Thinking- We seek to make all decisions with a focus on the future- to do our part to create a better tomorrow. Excellence- We strive to set and achieve ambitious goals. Relationships Focused-We take pride in nurturing our relationships. Results Driven- We produce results. We are reliable and hold the trust of many stakeholders. Respect- We have respect for each other, our stakeholders, and the entire charitable sector. We value the opportunity to lean into acceptance. We will continue to take time to listen, learn, and grow. Our History:
Incorporated in 1990 as the Michigan Nonprofit Forum, the organization was first a think-tank dedicated to discussing issues impacting nonprofits. In 1994, the organization was renamed as the Michigan Nonprofit Association to provide direct advocacy and services to local nonprofit organizations.
