Association/Nonprofit Section OLD
Public relations and communications professionals who work with nonprofits and associations share similar challenges, regardless of available resources. Your work builds connections, strengthens relationships and drives change. Take your career to the next level by joining the PRSA Association/Nonprofit Section.
Whether raising funds, awarding grants, recruiting members, managing volunteers, or counseling organizational leaders, communicators who work with nonprofits, associations and tax-exempt organizations use valuable skills to help others and build a better
world for all. Our Professional Interest Section serves as your opportunity to connect with fellow association/nonprofit communicators who understand your issues and are willing to share solutions.
If you are already a PRSA member and looking to join this Section mid-year, please call the Member Services department at (212) 460-1400 or email: membership@prsa.org.
PRSA 2024 Association/Nonprofit Section Conference

Sparking Success at the 7th Annual Association/Nonprofit Conference!
Join us for a triumphant reunion where the power of face-to-face interactions sparks innovation and inspiration as our conference returns to in-person after being virtual for five years with the theme : SPARKING SUCCESS.
We are proud to host a targeted conference that provides content focused specifically on the issues and priorities most relevant to our members’ daily opportunities and challenges. Our seventh annual conference will be held from August 1-2, 2024, at the ASAE Conference Center in Washington, DC which is home to one of the largest groups of communications professionals in the association and nonprofit sector in the nation.
This event is open to both PRSA members and nonmembers. Conference attendees will gain valuable insights, networking opportunities, and exposure to the latest industry trends. It is a chance to learn from experts and forge connections that can enhance professional growth and knowledge.
PRSA 2024 Association/Nonprofit Section Conference
Call for Presentations
Submission Date Launch:
Monday, March 11, 2024
Submission Deadline:
Friday, April 26, 2024
Nonmember Resources
- Managing nonprofit communications
- First time donor communication plan template
- Quarterly Section Newsletter
- Effective Communication During a Crisis
*This is a sneak peek at Member Resources. Join this Section for full access.
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