Every successful movement starts with a fearless leader with an idea. Dr. April Willis, founder of April Willis Consulting and the National Nonprofit Collaborative (NNC), knew what that idea would be for her: help nonprofits do more good with less stress.

Dr. Willis provides the guidance, tools, and education that help organizations succeed. She is a professional speaker, author, and consultant, and has years of leadership experience in education and nonprofit strategy. 

She saw firsthand how brilliant nonprofit leaders struggle with administrative tasks that distract from their mission. That’s why she created the Collaborative: to remove barriers and help leaders focus on their impact.

The National Nonprofit Collaborative was founded in January 2025. It is a subscription-based platform where nonprofit professionals can access everything they need to operate efficiently. These resources include templates, training materials, and more, all for an affordable monthly fee.

What Makes the National Nonprofit Collaborative So Special

Dr. Willis designed the NNC to fill a major gap in the nonprofit world: accessible operational support. Many nonprofits can’t afford private consulting or full-time staff for tasks like grant writing, HR management, or strategic planning. The NNC gives them the tools to handle these challenges.

For just $9 a month, members gain access to an expanding library of templates, guides, and tools developed by experienced nonprofit leaders. These resources are updated every month. This ensures members always have new and relevant material to support their goals.

Features of the NNC:

• Practical Resources: Downloadable templates, guidebooks, and strategic planning tools made for immediate use.
• Learning Opportunities: Webinars by experienced consultants and industry professionals covering leadership, fundraising, and operations.
• Community Contribution: Members can publish articles, share strategies, and connect with peers in the sector.
• Continuous Support: Monthly updates add new resources, keeping the library current and dynamic.
• Social Impact: A portion of proceeds is donated back to member nonprofits throughout the year. 

April Willis Consulting: From Vision to Action

Before launching the NNC, Dr. Willis built April Willis Consulting (AWC). It is a trusted name in strategic business and nonprofit consulting. Based in North Texas and serving clients nationwide, AWC has worked with educational institutions, start-ups, nonprofits, and corporate organizations to turn big ideas into success stories.

Her mission is to empower every client to achieve professional excellence. Through personalized consulting, AWC supports businesses and nonprofits in reaching their goals through actionable strategy and measurable results.

Services Offered by AWC:

• Business and Nonprofit Consulting: Strategic planning, operations optimization, and growth strategy.
• Professional Coaching: Leadership, academic, and career coaching to enhance performance.
• Public Speaking: Keynotes, workshops, and training sessions focused on goal achievement and organizational leadership. 

Dr. Willis does everything with integrity, service, excellence, and joy. She listens to the client’s story, understands their challenges, and creates a plan that works.

How Dr. Willis is Changing the Nonprofit Sector

The nonprofit sector is constrained by limited resources. Dr. Willis understands this tension. Through both AWC and the NNC, she’s changing the way leaders access support and develop sustainable structures.

AWC provides high-level consulting for growing organizations, while the NNC offers affordable access to professional-grade tools for those just getting started. Together, they create a system of resources for the support of the modern changemaker.

Her work focuses on:

• Empowering leaders through education and mentorship.
• Reducing barriers to professional resources.
• Encouraging collaboration across the nonprofit community.
• Giving back through shared proceeds and scholarships. 

Dr. Willis also established The Willis Scholarship, which awards financial aid to students. She clearly values education and empowerment, and this shows in everything she does.

Conclusion

Dr. April Willis is a catalyst for smart and sustainable impact. Through April Willis Consulting and the National Nonprofit Collaborative, she is helping organizations move from surviving to thriving.

Her belief that “there is no limit to your talent” is reflected in her work. This reminds every client and nonprofit leader that with the right tools and guidance, their potential is infinite. That untapped potential requires a system that allows it to blossom without the burnout of other minor tasks taking over.

Are you looking to strengthen your organization, scale your impact, or simply find clarity in your next step? Dr. Willis offers a clear path forward.