Support the next generation of nonprofit/NGO leaders to #MakeADifference

The Center for Nonprofit and NGO Studies serves nonprofit leaders, researchers, students and faculty, and we represent a wide range of disciplines.

• Accredited Program: The Nonprofit and NGO Studies program is the only accredited undergraduate program in the Midwest, and only the second in the country to be accredited by the Nonprofit Academic Centers Council.
• Experiential Learning: Many of our courses have a community engaged, experiential learning component. For example, in our Philanthropy and Fundraising class students walk through the process of giving and awarding actual dollars to local nonprofit organizations! Your support makes these hands-on experiences possible.
• Internships: The majority of our major, minor, and certificate students complete at least one internship with a nonprofit in DeKalb County or in the region. These internships are a gateway to well-paying jobs post graduation. Your support helps enhance stipends so students are able to afford to complete an internship, #BeingGoodAtDoingGood.
• Scholarships: Support our recruitment of students who want to make a difference in their communities, and assist students to get across the finish line to graduation.
• Huskie Closet: Student-initiated project that is run like a nonprofit start-up! The Huskie Closet had over 1600 visits last year and welcomed 100+ volunteers to sort, display, and distribute clothing. Additionally, six courses from across campus used the Closet as a learning-lab, connecting classroom knowledge with hands-on experience. The Closet is managed by two student interns each semester who are paid through the generous donations of our supporters – YOU!

Partner with us to #MakeADifference

NNGO Excellence Fund: Our most flexible fund, allowing us to provide support where it is most needed including for scholarships, life-changing student experiences inside and outside the classroom, internships, networking events to connect students with nonprofit professionals, our community-engaged philanthropy class and more!

Huskie Closet Fund: support for two undergraduate interns each semester to manage the Huskie Closet, a resource open to all NIU students offering casual and career clothing, as well as cold-weather gear.

Make Your Gift to Huskie Closet

During Huskies United, generous donations from previous Center directors will increase your donation, ensuring NNGO's ability to provide funding to support student experiences.

Challenge: NNGO Directors' Challenge 1

• After 20 donations are made to any area within the Center, former directors will match $750.

Challenge: NNGO Directors' Challenge 2

• In support of the Center for Nonprofit and NGO Studies, a former NNGO Director will donate $1500 once $1500 has been raised.

Challenge: NNGO Directors' Challenge 3

• When five people donate MONTHLY to NNGO, this unlocks $500 to match.
• When ten people donate MONTHLY to NNGO, this unlocks a $2000 match.

To verify that you have made a monthly donation, please email mschuller@niu.edu