The Institute for Nonprofit

Innovation & Excellence

Strengthening the nonprofit sector through

Education, Collaboration, & Advocacy

Small organizations with revenues under $1M often encounter financial and operational hurdles; our mission is to offer educational resources that support their success.

Supporting Education.

Engaging in Advocacy.

INIE focuses on a robust mission to advocate against challenges to nonprofit sustainability, participation, and capacity building.

Providing Resources.

We provide individuals, nonprofit organizations, and business collaborators with unlimited grant research, free or discounted event tuition, monthly newsletters, and more.

Donations.

Your donation to INIE will enhance the nonprofit industry's capacity and leadership through advocacy, education, and engagement.

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Meet the Team

  • Kyndra Light

    EXECUTIVE LEAD

    Kyndra Light serves as the Corporate Solutions Manager and Executive Lead for the Center of Excellence (CoE). With a background in nonprofit leadership, construction, and consulting, she played a key role in conceptualizing and launching CoE as a unified resource hub. Passionate about strategic development, she’s dedicated to fostering innovation, equity, and impactful community solutions.

  • Helena Brito

    PROGRAMS AND OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

    Helena Brito serves as the Programs and Operations Coordinator for the Center of Excellence (CoE). With a strong background in operations management and community engagement, Helena played a pivotal role at INIE. Passionate about community-strengthening initiatives, she’s committed to developing programs that create tangible results and impact.

The INIE Board of Directors

  • Linda Bond Edwards

    Board Chair

  • Kevin Warren

    Treasurer

  • Dr. Patricia Manning

    Secretary

  • Byron Greene

    Program Committee Chair

  • Fadriena Sutton

    Membership Committee Chair

  • Wendi Cannon

    Fund Development Chair

  • Claire Clements

    Director

Contact

Feel free to contact us with any questions.

Email
Helena@MyINIE.org

Phone
(850) 201 - 9766