RISE Leadership Series

Overview: Across the social (nonprofit) sector, a damaging false narrative shapes daily operations: the belief that the resources required to deliver community impact are luxuries rather than business essentials.  Despite serving as essential community infrastructure, not-for-profit businesses operate within a system that consistently undervalues their economic and social impact. The sector represents more than 10% of […]

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Bold Acts to Unleash the social sector

RISE Northwest Ohio PILOT PROGRAM

The Center for Community Impact is dedicated to transforming nonprofit services in rural communities. From addressing food insecurity and mental health, to strengthening care and housing systems, nonprofit organizations are leading the work that keeps rural communities resilient and thriving.  But too often, they are doing this work without the shared tools, systems, or infrastructure

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It’s Time to Ditch “Nonprofit”: Five & Rising Launches to Unleash the Social Sector’s Full Power

National movement unveils three trailblazing communities whose leadership will fuel bold strategies, spark systemic change, and set a new standard for the sector nationwide Sturtevant, WI, September 16, 2025 — It’s time to ditch the word “nonprofit.” The social sector powers 12.5 million jobs and contributes $1.4 trillion to the U.S. economy, yet outdated systems,

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