NONPROFITS ARE AN ESSENTIAL PARTNER IN NORTH DAKOTA’S PROSPERITY
North Dakota’s charitable nonprofit sector is not only diverse but also a significant contributor to the economy, leveraging resources to address challenges and improve quality of life in every community across the state, according to a new study entitled North Dakota Nonprofits: Partners in Prosperity from the North Dakota Association of Nonprofit Organizations (NDANO). “As a sector, nonprofits are essential partners with government and business in meeting the challenges facing our state and ensuring a high quality of life for every North Dakotan,” says Murray Sagsveen, president of NDANO’s Board of Directors. “The sector as a whole has a tremendous impact on the state, and this report highlights the significance of that contribution.” With their commitment to the common good, North Dakota nonprofits are an effective investment and vital to the state’s economy. • North Dakota is home to 5,475 nonprofit organizations, of which 3,328 are public charities. • North Dakota nonprofits employ 50,775 people, more than 11 percent of the state’s private sector workforce. • Nonprofits generate $6.1 billion in expenditures in North Dakota.
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MHS ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT CAUTIONS MANDAN BUSINESSES
The Mandan High School Athletic Department has received a few questions from local businesses, concerning being approached to sponsor t-shirts, magnet schedules, seat cushions, and/or megaphones, from marketing companies. These companies are, most likely, from out of state. These companies may tell the business that Mandan High School will get the benefit of these products, as they may send them to our school or be available around the community. Mandan Athletics would like to caution our business community concerning these marketing companies. They don’t call us to get our approval for these sponsorships. They seem to be very aggressive. The Mandan High School Athletic Department encourages any business to please give the Mandan Athletic Department a call at 751-6577, if you have questions concerning such a request.
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North Dakota businesses rely on the services nonprofits provide to support the well-being of their employees and their families. Government relies on nonprofits to provide a safety net for those in need. Communities rely on nonprofit programs to enrich family life, protect the environment and respond in a crisis. “North Dakota nonprofits are a vital part of the quality of life we enjoy in North Dakota,” says Jessica Gilbertson, NDANO executive director. To read the entire report, visit www.ndano.org. As the premier association, leader and voice of North Dakota’s nonprofits, NDANO strengthens communities and enhances quality of life through engaging and ensuring a strong charitable sector. NDANO is the statewide membership association advancing North Dakota’s nonprofit sector through advocacy and public policy, education and training, resources and research, cost-saving programs, and leadership and networking.
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