
Welcome to the Nonprofit Locker Room
Networking, Education, Mentorship & Support for Nonprofit Founders.
Connect to Change the game!
This is the only community created to help nonprofit founders and minimize their challenges through education, collaboration, and support. Starting and sustaining a nonprofit is not easy and we applaud your commitment to helping others. With the Non-Profit Locker Room running a nonprofit just got easier!Here you have discovered a home for education, networking events specifically designed to help you build professional relationships & share your organization, a growing community of changemakers just like you, and founders excited to partner and create impact.
This community is for you if you:
Aspire to establish a nonprofit organization.
Harbor a vision of creating an organization with the potential to impact the world.
Contemplate the opportune moment to pursue 501(c)(3) status.
Your Locker Room Coach

I'm Sadija A. Smiley, Nonprofit Advancement Strategist, Founder and CEO of Stillborn And Infant Loss Support Inc., and a 20-year veteran within the Nonprofit industry, serving in both management and direct service positions. I have a head for business and a heart for nonprofits.During my successful and impactful career, I have gained valuable experience in areas such as Workforce Development, Housing and Homeless Services, Case Management, Data Management, Staff Training and Development, Program Evaluation, Fundraising, Development, Strategic Planning, and Quality Control.I am passionate about equipping aspiring, emerging and established nonprofit founders with the tools to lead their organizations with confidence, excellence and integrity. I have the brain power and clarity of thought to help you cut right to the heart of what’s needed.SEE YOU IN THE LOCKER ROOM!
"My non-profit is new and Sadija, has helped guide me along the way. Any questions I have, she would respond quickly. She has helped me get exposure and make connections. Sadija, is a great mentor."
- Ashley McDonald
Invest in your potential by joining the Nonprofit Locker Room Community!
Running a nonprofit can be overwhelming. There is so much pressure trying to figure out "all the things" on top of trying to serve the community you have set out to help. In order to win, it feels like you have to know everything, from how to build a team to how to raise awareness and secure funding.
the nonprofit locker room is where aspiring nonprofit founders connect to change the game!
As a member, you will gain instant access to networking opportunities, learning and other resources, speakers, an accountability partner, group sessions with our coach, and a thriving nonprofit community!
No matter where you are in your Nonprofit journey, the nonprofit locker room is where you want to be.
The Nonprofit Locker Room is committed to meeting nonprofit founders where they are to start, maintain, and scale their organizations. Our mission is to equip aspiring founders with the tools to pursue formation with clarity, confidence, excellence, and integrity. We provide access to resources, community and mentorship.We understand the struggle between wanting to serve your community and having to fight to find the space, opportunity, and resources to do so. This is why we are committed to creating an abundant, collaborative space over competition.When we come together, we can serve and support the greater good.
"Sadija has been there in the late nights when I called her crying. She has been there in my high moments celebrating each and every success. She has encouraged me, pushed me and driven me to be the best that I can be. What she does is so much bigger than any award, any newspaper article, any nonprofit. She has a heart to help others and there is no thing that could express how much gratitude I have for her. More lives will be touched because of her."
- Chandria T
Upcoming Events
Ready, Set, Write: A Guide to Grant Preparation for Nonprofits
A focused webinar designed to guide you through the fundamentals of grant preparation for nonprofits. This session is tailored for nonprofit professionals at all levels, from those new to the field to seasoned practitioners seeking to refine their strategies. We’ll provide you with a comprehensive framework to organize your grant documentation effectively, ensuring you are well-prepared to approach grant applications with confidence.
The Power of Partnerships for Nonprofit Founders
Learn the LINK Framework: Locate, Integrate, Negotiate, Keep—our structured approach to identifying the right partners, aligning goals, formalizing agreements, and maintaining commitments. Gain access to practical templates and resources to implement these strategies immediately.This session provides actionable steps and tools to grow your impact through strategic partnerships.
Nonprofit Basics: How to Turn Your Passion Into Impact
Whether you're just exploring the idea of launching a nonprofit or ready to take your first steps, this session provides actionable insights and tools to bring your vision to life.Learn the foundational framework to define your mission, build a supportive team, and secure funding. Gain access to practical templates and resources to implement these strategies immediately.
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Want to learn more about upcoming events, membership, or speaking opportunities?Please send us a message.info@nonprofitlockerroom.com