Leading EDGE Updates | August 2024
What is Leading EDGE?
The Nonprofit Alliance’s (TNPA) Leading EDGE is an internship program for college-age job candidates who are interested in careers within the nonprofit sector!
Featured Professional
Meet Ron Davis, Director of Major Gifts at Edmundite Missions, as he shares his lessons learned on networking and mentorship.
Student Spotlight
Hear from Leading EDGE alum and George Mason University grad, Leah Woldemariam, on her career journey from intern to full-time hire at Further.
Schools in Action
Bowie State’s Philanthropy Fellows Program provides students with an understanding of the role of non-profits and foundations and their impact on the communities that they serve.
Nonprofit Profile
The American Cancer Society is the leading cancer-fighting organization with a vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone, by improving the lives of people with cancer and their families.
Announcements & Resources Section
Read more about hosting an intern next summer or register for one of our 30-minute Info Session Webinars, plus other ways to support Leading EDGE programs.
Partner with Us!
Leading EDGE sponsorship opportunities are available through The Nonprofit Alliance Foundation. Read more to see how your organization can support our mission and demonstrate your corporate values.
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
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Author: Shelby Truxon
Shelby Truxon is Vice President of Internship Experience at The Nonprofit Alliance (TNPA).
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