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Professional Standards

Every professional who applies to Nonprofit Connections Pro agrees to uphold these standards. Members reaffirm them each year as part of verification renewal.

  1. 1

    Honest representation

    I represent my experience, credentials, capacity, and results accurately in all materials, proposals, and conversations with nonprofit organizations.

  2. 2

    Nonprofit-first practice

    I recognize that resources entrusted to nonprofits are held in the public trust, and I scope, price, and deliver work with that responsibility in mind.

  3. 3

    Clear agreements

    I put scope, deliverables, timeline, and fees in writing before work begins, and I communicate promptly when circumstances change.

  4. 4

    Confidentiality

    I protect client data, donor information, and internal organizational matters, and I obtain permission before referencing a client publicly.

  5. 5

    Ethical fundraising conduct

    Where my work touches fundraising, I follow accepted ethical standards, including not accepting compensation based on a percentage of funds raised.

  6. 6

    Conflicts of interest

    I disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest, including referral relationships and commissions, before an engagement begins.

  7. 7

    Respect and inclusion

    I treat board members, staff, volunteers, and community members with respect, and I work in ways that support equitable and inclusive practice.

  8. 8

    Accountability

    I respond to concerns raised by clients in good faith, and I cooperate with any Nonprofit Connections review of a complaint involving my work.