Each year, MNN holds multiple events across the state that provide nonprofit and business leaders with learning and networking opportunities.
To see an updated listing of community trainings and events hosted by our nonprofit and affiliate partners, visit our Community Trainings & Events page.
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MNN Annual Events
Annual Conference
MNN’s Annual Conference is one of the largest local gatherings of nonprofit professionals, and convenes over 650 nonprofit and business leaders. The day-long fall event includes an engaging keynote session, a wide selection of exciting workshops, networking opportunities, and the presentation of our Lifetime Achievement Awards. Learn more.
Nonprofit Excellence Awards
Every summer, MNN’s celebration of the Nonprofit Excellence Awards, presented by Citizens Bank, brings together hundreds of nonprofit, private, and political leaders to celebrate the outstanding contributions of the nonprofit sector. Nonprofit Excellence Awards are presented to nonprofit organizations and employees that exemplify the most innovative, creative, and effective work being done. Learn more.
Light of Dawnn Awards
The Light of Dawnn Awards honor the legacy of youth leader Dawnn Ashley Jaffier, who demonstrated an unwavering commitment to building stronger communities. During this beautiful February ceremony, three awards are given out to frontline nonprofit professionals who, while not in highly-visible roles, have far-reaching and positive impacts in their community. Learn more.
Regional Meetings
Every year, MNN hosts Regional Meetings across Massachusetts. The meetings cover policy updates of importance to the sector, review the new and expanded MNN services and programs, provide regional nonprofit data and updates, guided conversations by regional leaders, and will include time for moderated virtual networking for attendees to share best practices and to begin collaborating on issues important to the health of the sector and their regions. Regional Meetings are FREE and open to all nonprofits, and we hope that the conversations that take place will continue to help us become stronger together. MNN Regional Meetings are sponsored by the Massachusetts CORE Plan. Learn more.
