Nonprofit Business

According to a 2020 study by the Florida International University Jorge M. Pérez Metropolitan Center the over 10,000 Nonprofits in Miami-Dade County create a total economic impact of $23.7 billion. Additionally, the Nonprofit sector employs approximately 115,000 individuals. These statistics underscore the vital role that nonprofits play in the economic, social, and cultural fabric of Miami-Dade County, providing essential services, fostering community development, and contributing to the overall well-being of its residents.

MISSION: The Nonprofit Business Committee assists nonprofit business members with issues management, supports non-profit and for-profit engagement, recognizes nonprofit business management excellence through various awards programs, and communicates nonprofit business accomplishments to the broader business community.

OBJECTIVES: Enhance Corporate Social Responsibility among Chamber members Elevate nonprofit management and governance practices Continue to spotlight innovative excellence in nonprofit programs Enhance the profile of the NOVO Awards and its recipients Maximize opportunities through the partnership with the Association of Fundraising Professionals regarding the Julia Tuttle Award and Annual National Philanthropy Day

COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP: Participation in the Nonprofit Business Committee is open to all Greater Miami Chamber members who are engaged in the nonprofit sector themselves, or are for-profit organizations and individuals who are interested, and/or continually engaged with the non-profit world.

LEADERSHIP: The Nonprofit Business Committee is led by a Committee Chair and Vice Chair, who are elected by the Board of Directors for a two-year term. The Committee Chair is responsible for the effective functioning of the Nonprofit Business Committee, ensuring its goals. 

Deborah Koch

Chair

Deborah Koch
Executive Director
America Red Cross, Greater Miami & the Keys

Arlene Peterson

Vice Chair

Arlene Peterson
Executive Director
WOW Center Miami

Staff Contact

Additional Committee Programming

Committee Updates

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GMCC Nonprofit Advocacy Training Session (Part II)

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GMCC Nonprofit Advocacy Training Session (Part I)

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