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  • Mission
    • Our MissionGuiding principles that shape our actions, partnerships, and commitment to economic equity.
    • Mission Sub
      • Our MissionWorking to build a more just and vibrant society through equitable financing and support.
      • Our ImpactHow our funding, partnerships, and programs are strengthening communities and advancing equity.
      • Our ValuesGuiding principles that shape our actions, partnerships, and commitment to community wealth and well-being.
      • Theory of ChangeOur approach for building community wealth and well-being.
  • Our Work
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      • Focus Areas
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      • Work with Us
        • NonprofitsFunding and expert guidance that equip social sector leaders for progress.
        • Funders & InvestorsConnecting grants and investments to community-centered projects and services.
        • Focus AreasWe support nonprofits across the social sector with capital, coaching, and consulting, and tailor programs to meet particular needs.
      • What We Offer
        • FinancingLoans and financial solutions that meet organizations where they are.
        • ConsultingCustomized services that strengthen financial management capabilities.
        • Advocacy & ResearchData and resources to drive systemic change and improve funding flows.
        • CollaborationsInnovative, cross-sector efforts that build community wealth and well-being.
  • Insights
    • InsightsStay informed with the latest news, ideas, research findings, and stories from NFF and social sector leaders.
      • Nonprofit Survey
    • Insights Sub
      • All InsightsNFF’s latest and greatest.
      • Nonprofit SurveyA vital look into the financial and operational realities nonprofits face.
      • BlogReflections and advice from NFF staff.
      • CommentaryPerspectives on social sector trends and events.
      • NewsUpdates on what’s happening at NFF.
      • Projects & ReportsSocial sector research and findings.
      • StoriesNFF clients in action.
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    • ResourcesExplore guides, webinars, and tools that help nonprofits and funders build financial resilience in service of thriving communities.
      • Full Cost Framework
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      • All ResourcesReports, tools, and guidance to support nonprofits, funders, and community leaders.
      • Resources for NonprofitsTemplates, tips, and best practices for strong nonprofit financial management.
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Alexandra Chan

Senior Director | Consulting

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Alex (she/her) is a Senior Director with NFF’s consulting team. She partners with nonprofit leaders and funders to strengthen the financial capacity of social sector organizations through planning and analysis, research, strategic thought partnership and training. Prior to joining NFF in 2013, Alex supported the implementation and growth of health and nutrition education programs at the Food Bank for New York City, where she worked with teachers and school administrators at over 200 public elementary schools and after-school centers. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Williams College, and a Masters of Business Administration from New York University Stern School of Business. A Bay Area native, she lives in the East Bay with her husband and daughter.

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Projects & Reports

June 10, 2024

The Promise, Pitfalls, and Potential of CalAIM

And what funders can do to ensure the success of this transformational program
Alexandra Chan, Eskedar Getahun

Projects & Reports

May 23, 2023

Strengthening the Los Angeles Food Access Ecosystem

Key financial dynamics of and funding opportunities to strengthen the Los Angeles food access ecosystem
Alexandra Chan, Mariesa Kubasek

Blog

July 21, 2022

How One Nonprofit Shifted Its Culture to Invest in Change and Opportunity

“We’ve been addressing the needs of LA for many years now and we have some very seasoned directors that have been here 25-30 years, so I feel...
Tessa Borelli

Commentary

October 27, 2021

How to Fund Place-Based Partnerships, if We Want Them to Work

Originally published in Nonprofit Quarterly , October 27, 2021 During the early days of COVID in March 2020, members of Rocky Mountain Partnership, a...
Alexandra Chan, Elise Miller, Claire Knowlton

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