The Nonprofit Development Partnership serves nonprofit organizations and the people working with organizations, as volunteers, board members, and staff. We do this because we believe nonprofits play incredible vital roles in our community and our nation.

• The nonprofit sector plays important roles in Montana, building healthy communities, attracting economic investment, maintaining beautiful landscapes, delivering cultural experiences, and providing a social safety net.
• The nonprofit sector is a critical part of the state’s economy, and was the third largest employer in the state during 2005-2006 (source: Montana Nonprofit Association, Montana Nonprofit Sector Report, January 2007).
• Nonprofits are uniquely positioned to leverage resources from out-of-state foundations, corporations, and the federal government, in addition to attracting funding from in-state donors and foundations.

• The majority of funding from foundation and government sources is program-focused and usually does not cover staff development or provide for adequate infrastructure.
• Especially in a rural state like Montana, there is a lack of locally-based resources for training and consultation in the areas of leadership, governance, administration, planning and fundraising.
• Few nonprofit leaders are the products of formal training and education in the field of nonprofit management. Instead, a majority of nonprofit CEO’s come up through the ranks of program staff, or are managers who have “crossed over” to the nonprofit sector from another line of work, such as for-profit business or public service.

• Number of Nonprofits reporting income over $25,000: 147
• Total Expenditures: $167 Million
• Total Assets: $265 Million
• Total Employment: 2,710 employees with a payroll over $85 Million

• Accessible, Meaningful Resources including a useful website, resource bank of professionals, and an annual regional nonprofit conference
• Valuable Community Networks, such as relationships with businesses, partnerships with other training organizations, and community awareness of the impact and value of the nonprofit sector
• Enhanced Infrastructure for NpDP, including full-time staff, office space, and an expanded steering committee
• Dynamic FVCC Partnership including a possible certificate program for nonprofits, and a Board of Trustees member serving on the NpDP Steering Committee
• Visionary Programming with a regional presence that is based on research about the evolving needs of nonprofits
• Diversified Funding for NpDP, including support from foundations, corporations, and individuals