Nonprofit Boardbound Training Program
Nonprofit Boardbound aka Community Boardbound was offered for many years until 2023. This rigorous program was a board-readiness program for women inspired to serve on boards of nonprofits, including service organizations, education institutions, hospitals, and city or state boards and commissions. Being part of a non-profit board gives you the opportunity to apply your talents to make a meaningful difference. It’s good for your career, good for your heart, and good for the world.
Securing a board seat and successfully serving on a non-profit board require a specific set of competencies, knowledge, and strategies. Nonprofit Boardbound helped participants skillfully and confidently step into board service.
Programming included:
Networking with women passionate about doing good in our community and making meaningful change
Opportunities to connect with and learn from leaders of important community organizations
A focus on board leadership and non-profit governance expertise
A certificate awarded upon completing graduation
Nonprofit boardbound program Description and Schedule
Nonprofit Boardbound is a series of expert-led workshops that prepares women to skillfully step into non-profit board service. Participants who complete the three-month program will receive a certificate and have numerous opportunities to connect with leaders of non-profit organizations in Denver.
Cost: $299 for all eight sessions. Bring friends and recieve 25% discount for each (only pay $448.50 for you and a friend when registering--or only pay $672.50 for you and two friends).
Limited scholarships available. Please contact sue@womensleadershipfoundation.org for more information.
Location: This program is virtual. All sessions are zoom meetings.
Program Schedule, All sessions 6:00 to 8:15 pm except as noted.
All workshops have a Mission Moment with a nonprofit leader and a Breakout Session for interactive learning.
Date
Wed., March 1, 2023 Information Session--Why Women on Boards/Overview of Program (6 to 7 pm)
Wed., March 8, 2023 Types of Boards and Commissions/Finding Your Passion
Wed., March 22, 2023 Board Governance and Ethics/Promoting Mission and Fundraising
Wed., April 5, 2023 Risk Management and Cyber Security/Communication Skills
Wed., April 19, 2023 Leadership Skills/Fiduciary Responsibility/Financial Filings
Wed., May 3, 2023 Participant Bios/Certificate Exam
Wed., May 17, 2023 Strategic Planning/Interviewing for Board Position
Wed., May 24, 2023 Graduation Session/Graduation Certificates/A Special Graduation Speaker/Meet & Greet
Registration for Nonprofit Boardbound here.
“Nonprofit Boardbound was interesting, engaging and extremely helpful. I especially enjoyed the variety of speakers and getting to know my fellow participants–a diverse group of very capable and committed women. I now feel well-prepared to assist both the nonprofit organizations I serve!”
Nonprofit Boardbound Participants
Each year this program helps women just like you to learn the skills to become a leader. Review past participants and imagine yourself sharing your experience and getting to know others with a wide range of interests.
“The outstanding Community Boardbound faculty provides unique, comprehensive and insightful training for any woman who aspires to serve on a nonprofit board.”
Community Boardbound Frequently Asked Questions
Why include women on boards?
More engaged in oversight and governance
Better fundraising performance
More active in policy and advocacy efforts
Source: Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, Indiana University
Will I receive a certificate upon completion?
Participants completing all of the sessions will receive a Certificate of Completion demonstrating their commitment to obtaining a community board position.
Will I receive help matching me with a non-profit organization?
Yes! Our program is designed to provide you exposure to non-profit leaders at each session and a Meet & Greet exercise held during the last session. Additionally, organizations frequently contact us to source candidates for their openings.