Nonprofits Insurance Alliance
The first, the largest, and the most popular photo contest exclusively for 501(c)(3) nonprofits (as far as we know)!
This is a quick announcement to let everyone know that the NIA 2025 Nonprofit Photo Contest is happening now.
A total of $3,000 in cash donations are available for the 13 winning photos. The grand prize is a $1,000 donation.
NIA members and Blue Avocado subscribers are invited to enter your best photo of your nonprofit in action, building unity in your community!
Everything you need to know is on the official photo contest page.
The contest entry period closes on November 7, 2025!
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