Nonprofits First

Name

Nonprofits First

Legal name

Nonprofits First, Inc.

Website

https://nonprofitsfirst.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nonprofit Sector Capacity Building and Association Services

NAICS

Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations (8139), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Private Foundations (BPAGAKAA)

Keywords

• Nonprofit capacity building
• Nonprofit accreditation
• Membership association
• Professional development training
• Grant management software

Headquarters

HQ city

West Palm Beach

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from nonprofit organizations and affiliate members providing access to professional development, resources, networking, and exclusive tools like GEMS and MyBoardPacket.
2. Event Sponsorships: Sponsorship revenue from the annual Hats Off Nonprofit Awards and other events, with multiple sponsorship tiers available.
3. Professional Development Training: Revenue from training programs for non-members ($25 per session) while members receive free access to most programming.
4. Educational Programs: Fees for specialized programs including Leadership Development series, Advocacy workshops, and Summer Fundraising Series.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Nonprofits First is a 501(c)(3) membership organization that provides Accreditation, Education Programs (professional development, leadership training, CEO Circles), Resources (501c Pro Toolkit, jobs board, news, connections), and member-exclusive technology benefits such as GEMS grant management software and MyBoardPacket to nonprofit organizations, foundations, civic groups, and business consultants in Palm Beach County, Florida. The organization operates a community of 300+ member organizations anchored by the annual Hats Off Nonprofit Awards and a member portal powered by GrowthZone.

Product overview

Nonprofits First operates as a membership organization serving nonprofits across Palm Beach County, offering a comprehensive suite of services including Accreditation for organizational excellence, Education Programs for professional development, Resources including a toolkit and job board, the Hats Off Nonprofit Awards annual event, and member directories. The organization provides technology-enabled member benefits including GEMS (Grant Easy Management Software) for grant management, MyBoardPacket for governance, a community calendar, and 501cTV video content. The platform is powered by GrowthZone membership management software.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Nonprofits First Accreditation Accreditation program that validates nonprofit organizations against the highest standards for organizational and managerial excellence; designed for 501(c)(3) and other nonprofits in Palm Beach County seeking formal recognition of their operational quality.
• Education Programs Professional development and custom leadership training including Professional Development Series, Online Learning, 101 for the 501, 201 for the 501, Launching Leaders, Rising Leaders, Advancing Leaders, and CEO Circles programs for nonprofit staff, board members, and executives.
• GEMS (Grant Easy Management Software) All-in-one grant management platform provided as a free member benefit for grant prospecting, writing, tracking, reporting, and close-out with centralized whole-lifecycle administration. Each membership account includes 2 user licenses, up to 3 active projects, 15 grant searches per month, and 1 hour of on-demand training.
• Hats Off Nonprofit Awards Annual recognition event honoring Palm Beach County nonprofit organizations, staff, and volunteers dedicated to community service, with sponsorship tiers and ticket sales available.
• MyBoardPacket Online board meeting portal available free to Nonprofits First member organizations for nonprofit board governance and packet management.
• Nonprofit Directory Searchable directory of 300+ nonprofit organizations, foundations, government/civic organizations, chambers, associations, industry consultants, and other for-profit members with cause-area categorization and radius search functionality.
• Affiliate Directory Directory of affiliate business members including business partners and consultants that serve the Palm Beach County nonprofit sector.

Quantifiable outcome

• 150-200 additional Jewish seniors served annually through member organization Alpert Jewish Family Service expansion
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GEMS (Grant Easy Management Software)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 June 2026Exclusive partnership providing all Nonprofits First members with free access to GEMS grant research, tracking, and management software. Each account includes 2 user licenses, up to 3 active projects, 15 grant searches per month, and 1 hour on-demand training. GEMS was developed by grant writers for grant writers to manage the grant lifecycle from prospecting to close-out.
• Allegany Franciscan MinistriesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor for Hats Off Nonprofit Awards 2025.
• Children's Services Council of Palm Beach CountycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor sponsor and venue partner for Advocacy 101 workshop series, hosting sessions at their Boynton Beach location.
• Quantum FoundationcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor sponsor for Hats Off Nonprofit Awards and directory sponsors.
• Wells FargominorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor for Hats Off Nonprofit Awards 2025.
• Kingdom Charitable FoundationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDirectory sponsor for Nonprofits First.
• Palm Beach County SheriffminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor for Hats Off Nonprofit Awards 2025.
• Cultural Council for Palm Beach CountycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerVenue sponsor for Summer Fundraising Series sessions and annual sponsor. Located at 601 Lake Ave, Lake Worth.
• FPL (Florida Power & Light)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor for Hats Off Nonprofit Awards 2025.
• Capital OneminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor for Hats Off Nonprofit Awards 2025 and directory sponsor.
• Nason YeagerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor for Hats Off Nonprofit Awards 2025.
• Team Kat & MousecoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerExpert presenters for Summer Fundraising Series covering donor cycle training. Sharon Kitroser and Amy Mauser bring 20+ years of fundraising experience across healthcare, education, and social services sectors.
• South Florida PBSminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner for community events including On the Town in The Palm Beaches screening event.
• Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach CountycoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPresents Florida HB797 nonprofit legal compliance training through attorney Vanessa Coe, advising on employment law, HR, compliance, and board governance.
• Chris Baker - Align & Innovate, LLCminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPresenter for video marketing workshop, providing nonprofit communications and AI consulting.
• Christina Romelus - PolitiCALMcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPresenter for Advocacy 101 workshop series. Former Vice Mayor equipping nonprofit leaders with government navigation and advocacy skills.
• Caity QuinnminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerProfessional grant writer and fundraising consultant presenting GEMS onboarding training, specializing in arts funding and DEI positioning.
• Caitlen Macias - BotQueenminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPresenter for Tech Smart Q&A on AI notetakers. Founder of mission-driven AI company serving small businesses and nonprofits.
• Bank of AmericaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor for Hats Off Nonprofit Awards 2025.
• Valley BankminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor for Hats Off Nonprofit Awards 2025.
• CroweminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor for Hats Off Nonprofit Awards 2025.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• National Council of Nonprofits: National membership network of nonprofit organizations providing advocacy, capacity building, and resources. Directly comparable as a larger-scale membership-based support organization serving the nonprofit sector, operating at the national level where Nonprofits First operates regionally.
• BoardSource: National nonprofit focused on board governance, leadership development, and nonprofit effectiveness. Directly comparable to Nonprofits First's accreditation program, CEO Circles, and governance training offerings.
• Independent Sector: National membership organization of nonprofits, foundations, and corporate giving programs. Comparable as a peer membership association advancing the nonprofit ecosystem through research, advocacy, and resources.
• Candid: Nonprofit formed by the merger of GuideStar and the Foundation Center, providing philanthropy data, grant research tools, and nonprofit transparency resources. Directly comparable to Nonprofits First's distribution of GEMS grant management software and grant-focused programming.
• TechSoup: Nonprofit providing discounted technology products, services, and tech education to other nonprofits. Comparable in bundling technology enablement (similar to GEMS and MyBoardPacket benefits) with training and capacity-building services.
• NTEN: Nonprofit Technology Enterprise Network providing technology training, certification, and community for nonprofit professionals. Comparable to Nonprofits First's professional development series and 501cTV content platform.

Regional players

• Florida Nonprofit Alliance: Statewide membership association representing Florida's nonprofit sector. A natural regional peer to Nonprofits First, serving a broader Florida geography rather than a single county.
• MAP for Nonprofits: Minnesota-based regional nonprofit support organization providing capacity building, training, and shared services to member nonprofits. Comparable regional model, just operating in a different geography.
• Forefront: Illinois-based membership association for nonprofits and grantmakers providing training, advocacy, and member services. Closely mirrors Nonprofits First's combined accreditation, education, and member community model in another state.

Emerging players

• Nonprofit Quarterly: Nonprofit media and education organization publishing research, analysis, and courses for nonprofit leaders. Comparable as a peer education and content provider, including formats similar to Nonprofits First's 501cTV and Leadership Development series.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Nonprofits.First.Inc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/331243/admin
• Xx.com/NonprofitsFirst

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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