About Us

Dive into a vibrant student organization where your drive to make a difference meets unparalleled opportunities! An org that empowers you to shine in event planning, marketing, community involvement, and a spectrum of other roles critical to nonprofit success. Here's your chance to transform your passion into action, gain a competitive edge for your future career or community engagement, champion events that ignite your passion, and join a robust community of nonprofit leaders and changemakers.

HNC is a Collegiate Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP).

How to Join

Fill out the membership interest form here. 

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Opportunities & Activities

HNC members are provided with in-person and virtual opportunities, including:

  • Attending nonprofit professional panel and speaker events
  • Participating in networking events
  • Access to the ChangeMakers Impact Initiative (see details below)
  • Special access to volunteer opportunities and nonprofit events
  • Building skills by serving in an HNC leadership role or on a committee
  • Complementary membership to AFP Global and AFPEI

Micro-internships

Through the micro-internships, HNC connects students with nonprofits that need support with specific, short-term projects. This initiative offers students valuable, hands-on experience without the time constraints of a formal internship, providing a flexible, mutually beneficial opportunity for both students and organizations.

HOW IT WORKS

  • Nonprofit professionals submit a clearly defined project (see examples below)
  • Submitted projects are reviewed and shared with HNC members
  • Interested students reach out to the nonprofit directly to discuss involvement

PROJECT EXAMPLES

  • Plan and Execute a Special Event: Depending on the event's scope, this project may involve multiple students. Assist or create from scratch, a special event for the organization.
  • Develop a Social Media Content Calendar: Create a comprehensive content calendar with corresponding social media posts tailored to the nonprofit’s goals.
  • Update Donor Database and Reporting Processes: Streamline fundraising efforts by organizing donor data and optimizing reporting procedures.
  • Interview Donors and Volunteers for Spotlight Stories: Conduct interviews and craft compelling stories to highlight the contributions of donors and volunteers, enhancing the organization's outreach and engagement.

By participating in a micro-internship, students gain practical experience while supporting nonprofits in achieving their missions. Nonprofit professionals benefit from fresh perspectives and dedicated assistance, creating a win-win partnership for all involved.

Sponsored by the Nonprofit Leadership and Philanthropy (NLP) Certificate, the Hawkeye Nonprofit Collective (HNC) is a student organization comprised of passionate students dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the world. They accomplish this goal through connections with nonprofit professionals and by offering the ChangeMakers Impact Initiative.