What is Technical Assistance?

Technical Assistance is a strategic partnership that empowers mission-driven organizations with the specialized expertise needed to grow, achieve positive impact, and gain sustainability. Unlike a one-size-fits-all approach, it offers customized, hands-on support that transforms operational challenges into organizational strengths. Our collaboration with The Center for Community Collaboration (C3), a fiscally sponsored organization of NOPI, provides pro bono and low-bono support to all, regardless of nonprofit status.

The Center for Community Collaboration helps community-centered organizations succeed through coaching, consulting, and shared fundraising initiatives.

Fiscally Sponsored? Check out our Open Office Hours for drop-in support when you need it! Keep reading below for free tools and resources.

Resource Library

Professional Development

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    Free Online Learning

    This program was developed for emerging nonprofit leaders and those new to the sector. The content is designed to broaden awareness across a breadth of management topics in a flexible, online offering. Learn from faculty and practitioners and apply these nonprofit management essentials to your position.

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    NonprofitReady.org

    Hundreds of free online courses, videos, and downloadable guides to support the most common nonprofit jobs including Fundraising, Grant Writing, Leadership, Governance, Accounting and Finance, Operations, Marketing and Communications, Volunteer Engagement, and Program Management.

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    Anti-racism and Equity Resources

    As nonprofit leaders, it is important to engage in deep dialogue, learning, and conversation. Nonprofit Learning Lab has created a curated list of helpful resources on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

  • Catchafire Webinars

    Interactive Webinars

    Join interactive events with industry experts and live Q&A that deliver fresh ideas and inspiration to help you get the most out of the Catchafire pro bono skilled volunteer platform.