CONGRATULATIONS to the 2021 CERTIFICATE IN LEADERSHIP COHORT MADE POSSIBLE BY GENEROUS SUPPORT FROM Welcome to the Certificate in Leadership, Cohort members! This program is designed to support you in your development as current and emerging nonprofit leaders. Through peer-based learning groups and group coaching calls the program will prepare you to effectively lead Read More
The Certificate in Volunteer Management prepares today’s volunteer managers to more effectively recruit, retain and recognize volunteers. Developed to address the challenges all volunteer managers encounter, the curriculum is designed by Hands On Network, the volunteer-focused arm of Points of Light Institute. In this three-day certificate program, NLC Trainer Sara Leonard, MBA, CFRE, will lead you Read More
What is unconscious bias, and how does it affect your interactions and decisions? Research suggests that diverse teams may be more productive but are often less connected. Why? The attitudes and biases we carry that we’re not even aware of can dictate our perceptions of ourselves and others. This influences our behavior, both at work Read More
A nonprofit’s case for support tells your organization’s story in a compelling manner and articulates the reasons a donor should support your mission. A case for support is critical to distinguishing your organization from other nonprofits and for ensuring that your staff and board can consistently and clearly communicate your organization’s message. After this two-part Read More
The most successful fundraising organizations have built a powerful partnership between the board, the executive, and the fundraising team. The most successful fund development plans are multifaceted and strategic. In this interactive series, participants will uncover the best strategies to achieve ambitious fundraising goals, acquire and retain donors, pivot to the dynamic world of virtual Read More
The most successful fundraising organizations have built a powerful partnership between the board, the executive, and the fundraising team. The most successful fund development plans are multifaceted and strategic. In this interactive series, participants will uncover the best strategies to achieve ambitious fundraising goals, acquire and retain donors, pivot to the dynamic world of virtual Read More
The most successful fundraising organizations have built a powerful partnership between the board, the executive, and the fundraising team. The most successful fund development plans are multifaceted and strategic. In this interactive series, participants will uncover the best strategies to achieve ambitious fundraising goals, acquire and retain donors, pivot to the dynamic world of virtual Read More
The most successful fundraising organizations have built a powerful partnership between the board, the executive, and the fundraising team. The most successful fund development plans are multifaceted and strategic. In this interactive series, participants will uncover the best strategies to achieve ambitious fundraising goals, acquire and retain donors, pivot to the dynamic world of virtual Read More
Disasters, both humanmade and natural, are a regular occurrence in our lives. Just because you are prepared for a hurricane, doesn’t mean you are ready for a mass shooting, event or flood. All disasters are different and require you to prepare and respond accordingly — as individuals and as nonprofit leaders. In this two-part disaster Read More
Fans of Dr. Brené Brown — renowned author, researcher, speaker and podcaster — will enjoy this interactive, deep dive into Dare to Lead™, guided by local connection expert Liz Wooten-Reschke, MPA CDTLF CGT. The changes required by nonprofits will only happen if community leaders are committed to courage and managers are willing to lead by Read More