Associate Membership
Mission-aligned businesses who support the nonprofit sector through their expertise and services.
Partner with purpose. Support nonprofits. Strengthen community.
The Associate Membership Program at The Nonprofit Partnership offers for-profit organizations a meaningful way to engage with and support the nonprofit sector. This program connects businesses with nonprofit leaders, resources, and opportunities—bridging profit and purpose for greater community impact.
Become an Associate Member
Associate Membership is designed for businesses and organizations that want to support nonprofits while building authentic relationships and visibility within the sector.

Why Join Associate Membership?
Purposeful Connections
Build relationships with nonprofit leaders and mission-driven organizations.
Stronger Social Impact
Strengthen your business community values and corporate social responsibility.
Sector Insights
Gain a deeper understanding of nonprofit needs, trends, and opportunities for collaboration.
Visibility & Recognition
Be recognized as a supporter of the nonprofit sector through NPP events and communications.

Associate Member Benefits
As an Associate Member, your organization gains access to opportunities designed to connect, inform, and amplify your impact.
- Networking Opportunities
Invitations to select workshops, forums, and events to connect with nonprofit professionals and fellow Associate Members.
- Educational Resources
Access to curated nonprofit sector resources, insights, and learning opportunities.
- Promotional & Visibility Opportunities
Opportunities to be featured in NPP newsletters, social media, and events — showcasing your commitment to the nonprofit community.
- Relationship Building
Build meaningful connections with nonprofits seeking trusted partners, vendors, and collaborators.
Who Can Join?
Associate Membership is open to for-profit organizations of all sizes — from local businesses to regional and national companies — who want to support and engage with the nonprofit sector.
If your organization values community impact and collaboration, there’s a place for you here.
Ready to Start the Conversation?
Contact Emmy Geiger, Director of Strategy & Partnerships, at EGeiger@YourNPP.org to discuss next steps.
Let’s explore how your organization can partner with purpose and make a meaningful impact!
Associate Member Directory
The Erie Community Foundation
The mission of The Erie Community Foundation is to improve the quality of life for all in the region by evaluating and addressing community issues, building permanent charitable endowments and promoting philanthropic and community leadership.

Erie Insurance
Since 1925, Erie Insurance has been fulfilling its promise of providing auto, home, business and life insurance rooted in the principles of honesty, decency, service and affordability.
Our 14,000 local agents and nearly 7,000 employees still live by the Golden Rule — treating people the same way they’d like to be treated. Erie Insurance is committed to investing in our communities and in the lives of others.
We do this by giving our time, talent and resources in three focus areas – safety, community building and environmental responsibility.

Bloomerang
Donor management software that nonprofits actually love to use.
Bloomerang helps nonprofits deliver a better giving experience so they can raise more funds and create lasting change.
Bonus Accounting
Bonus Accounting is a full-service CPA firm providing bookkeeping, tax preparation and planning, payroll, and QuickBooks support to help organizations streamline their financial operations. With expertise in audits, consulting, and cloud-based services, they serve as a trusted partner for businesses and nonprofits alike.
Equitable Advisors
Equitable Advisors is an established leader in the financial services industry. Their combined knowledge, credentials, and expertise allows them to provide innovative solutions and tailored financial guidance to individuals, businesses, and nonprofits alike. Equitable Advisors reputation for professional excellence and reliability gives their clients a high-level of confidence in their financial futures.
Erie Federal Credit Union
Erie Federal Credit Union supports local businesses with flexible financing options, including commercial loans, lines of credit, and equipment financing, all backed by competitive rates and local decision-making. They also offer business checking and savings accounts, along with convenient banking and support services to help businesses grow and operate efficiently.
Knox McLaughlin Gornall & Sennett, P.C.
Knox Law acknowledges the important work done by nonprofit organizations in our region – we applaud your efforts and are pleased to provide our support, professional resources, and volunteer service. We have a deep understanding of the special issues faced by nonprofits and strive to provide effective and efficient legal services. Our collective experience in the nonprofit environment, knowledge of specific areas of law, and interest in the community make us a uniquely valuable legal resource for administrators, managers and board members.

Loesel-Schaaf Insurance Agency, Inc
Loesel-Schaaf Insurance Agency has succeeded as a respected agency since 1925 and their mission is as true today as it was then. The team diligently maintains their position as a superior agency force by listening to clients’ needs, utilizing leading edge strategies, and adapting their portfolio of products and services to meet changing market demands while continuing to bring value and deliver on their promises.
MacDonald, Illig, Jones & Britton, LLP
MacDonald, Illig, Jones & Britton, LLP is one of the largest law firms in northwest Pennsylvania. For more than a century, the firm has provided sophisticated legal counsel to clients that range from business owners in Erie to international corporations abroad. MacDonald Illig handles matters in a timely and effective manner, by attorneys that understand business, are sensitive to the market and have the depth of resources necessary to succeed.
MAPS Technologies
MAPS Technologies, a Northwest Pennsylvania–based company, empowers nonprofits with its Growth Power Suite—offering tools for membership management, donation tracking, and supporter engagement in one streamlined platform. By simplifying operations and strengthening connections with donors and members, MAPS helps organizations focus on driving meaningful local impact.
McGill, Power, Bell & Associates, LLP
MPB is a certified public accounting firm in Western Pennsylvania with offices in Erie, Franklin, Grove City, Meadville, and Titusville. MPB provides a range of services to their clients, who include individuals, businesses, nonprofit organizations, employee benefit plans, and governmental entities. With a focus on work that meets and exceeds client expectations and investment in their staff, MPB stands out against the competition.
National Fuel
Since their incorporation in 1902, National Fuel has provided a safe, reliable and affordable source of energy, while contributing to the economic health of the communities where they live and work.
As a locally based company headquartered in Western New York, stewardship—from wellhead to burner tip—is at the forefront of their operations. National Fuel continues to invest in the community, building new pipeline infrastructure, expanding their workforce, supporting local business partners and contributing to hundreds of nonprofit organizations.
Northwest Bank
Northwest Bank supports businesses and nonprofits with a full range of financial solutions, from lending and cash flow management to customized planning. With a focus on personalized service and long-term growth, their team works one-on-one to help organizations achieve their goals with confidence.
PNC
The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. is one of the largest diversified financial services institutions in the United States, organized around its customers and communities for strong relationships and local delivery of retail and business banking. PNC Institutional Asset Management, a division of PNC dedicated to helping nonprofit organizations solve their unique challenges, brings you the ideas you need to effectively manage assets, risks, and fundraising, so you can allot more of your resources to the critical work required to achieve your mission.

PSECU
PSECU provides businesses with simple, secure, and convenient financial solutions, including business checking, savings, merchant services, and 24/7 digital account access. With no monthly service fees and flexible tools to manage money anytime, PSECU helps organizations streamline operations and stay focused on growth.

TrailBlaze Creative
At TrailBlaze Creative, we believe that creativity is the spark that drives community connection and lasting impact. We are a visionary marketing team dedicated to closing the creative gaps for mission-based organizations. Our work exists at the intersection of creativity, community, and connection, with a passion for empowering nonprofits to achieve their goals through innovative marketing and strategic communication. With TrailBlaze, you gain access to an in-house marketing department—without the overhead. Our team becomes an extension of yours, providing a comprehensive suite of marketing services that are tailored to your specific needs, ensuring you have the expertise and support to thrive in a competitive landscape.
UPMC Health Plan
UPMC Health Plan, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is among the nation's fastest-growing health plans. It is owned by UPMC, a world-renowned health care provider. As part of an integrated health care delivery system, UPMC Health Plan is committed to providing its members better health, more financial security, and the peace of mind they deserve.

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What Our Client Say

The Nonprofit Partnership is the premier resource for nonprofits in our area. Their staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and accessible. The online resources & educational sessions are informative and provide help conveniently. Whether you're starting out in the nonprofit sector, or have been working for decades, the NPP helps keep you up to date & relevant.
LEEANN KRAHE, CTRS
Director of Activities & Volunteer Services
Pleasant Ridge Manor & The Friends Forever Volunteers
With so many non-profits in Erie County, it is great to have resources and collaboration available through the Erie Non-Profit Partnership. I have attended several of the Nonprofit Partnership Day Seminars and I look forward to the content each year. With changes in policy and technology trends, it is also nice to have access to learning opportunities throughout the year. It is really nice to have a centralized organization to assist with our varying needs. Thank you!
MAUREEN RIZZO
Director of Development – Brevillier Village
Each of the (many) trainings that I have attended through The Nonprofit Partnership over the past… years has provided a valuable resource for professional development opportunity for staff and Board Members to the overall benefit of our organization [the Foundation for Sustainable Forests]. NPP trainings are focused, relevant and on-point for the needs of a small non-profit organization such as ours.
ANNIE SOCCI, PhD
Executive Director – The Foundation for Sustainable Forests
What Our Client Say

The Nonprofit Partnership is the premier resource for nonprofits in our area. Their staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and accessible. The online resources & educational sessions are informative and provide help conveniently. Whether you're starting out in the nonprofit sector, or have been working for decades, the NPP helps keep you up to date & relevant.
LEEANN KRAHE, CTRS
Director of Activities & Volunteer Services
Pleasant Ridge Manor & The Friends Forever Volunteers
With so many non-profits in Erie County, it is great to have resources and collaboration available through the Erie Non-Profit Partnership. I have attended several of the Nonprofit Partnership Day Seminars and I look forward to the content each year. With changes in policy and technology trends, it is also nice to have access to learning opportunities throughout the year. It is really nice to have a centralized organization to assist with our varying needs. Thank you!
MAUREEN RIZZO
Director of Development – Brevillier Village
Each of the (many) trainings that I have attended through The Nonprofit Partnership over the past… years has provided a valuable resource for professional development opportunity for staff and Board Members to the overall benefit of our organization [the Foundation for Sustainable Forests]. NPP trainings are focused, relevant and on-point for the needs of a small non-profit organization such as ours.
ANNIE SOCCI, PhD
Executive Director – The Foundation for Sustainable Forests












