Professional Development
Essential to the success of charitable programs, we host and promote a variety of virtual opportunities to improve skills, increase positive impact, and facilitate the success of the nonprofit workforce.
Upcoming Events
Learning Resources for Professional Development
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Free Online Learning
This program was developed for emerging nonprofit leaders and those new to the sector. The content is designed to broaden awareness across a breadth of management topics in a flexible, online offering. Learn from faculty and practitioners and apply these nonprofit management essentials to your position.
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NonprofitReady.org
Hundreds of free online courses, videos, and downloadable guides to support the most common nonprofit jobs including Fundraising, Grant Writing, Leadership, Governance, Accounting and Finance, Operations, Marketing and Communications, Volunteer Engagement, and Program Management.
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Anti-racism and Equity Resources
As nonprofit leaders, it is important to engage in deep dialogue, learning, and conversation. Nonprofit Learning Lab has created a curated list of helpful resources on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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Interactive Webinars
Join interactive events with industry experts and live Q&A that deliver fresh ideas and inspiration to help you get the most out of the Catchafire pro bono skilled volunteer platform.
(Postponed) Getting Your Board on Board
Getting Your Board on Board with THE BOARD DOCTOR – Dr. Bev Browning
This event has been postponed. Please contact us for a refund or credit towards a future event.
About this event
In this 90-minute webinar, Dr. Bev Browning will talk about the required roles of a nonprofit organization's board of directors. It's not always easy to get your board on board and have them operating as a Board on Fire, making proactive decisions, and contributing 10-15 hours per month carrying out their board responsibilities. Dr. Browning has trained nonprofit boards throughout North America, and most share the same failure-to-perform habits. It's not always the entire board; it's one of two board members that want to be on your board in name only.
Topics Covered
Appreciating the duties of a nonprofit board of directors
Governing board roles
Recruiting the right people for your board
Incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion in the board's composition
Keeping it fresh: terms of service – adhering to or changing your by-laws
Big board or little boards
Using the board to your full capacity
Encouraging commitment from board members
Holding effective board meetings
Learning Objectives
Increased understanding of the roles of a nonprofit board of directors
Increased awareness of how to quickly get your board on board and become a board on fire (making the best decisions for the sustainability of your nonprofit organization)
Increased productivity and collaboration between board members, founders, and executive directors
Bonus Materials
Full webinar recording
Related handouts
Certificate of completion
Giveaway
Attendees who join in live are entered to win a copy of the Nonprofit Kit for Dummies by Dr. Beverly A. Browning (Dr. Bev), CSPF.
Accessibility
Please email us at least 24 hours in advance for closed caption and live transcription.
Sponsorship
Contact us to learn about sponsorship opportunities for this event.
Can't make it or can no longer attend? All registrants will receive a full webinar recording and a digital copy of handouts. While we are unable to give refunds, registration is fully transferable.
About Your Trainer
Dr. Beverly A. Browning (Dr. Bev), CSPF, is the author of 44 grant-related publications, including six editions of Grant Writing For Dummies and Nonprofit Kit For Dummies (2021 release for newest edition). She holds degrees in Organizational Development, Public Administration, and Business Administration. Dr. Bev is a grant writing course developer and online facilitator for Ed2Go.com. Her four online courses are taught to thousands of students annually. Dr. Bev and her team members have raised over $750 million in grant and contract awards for her clients. She is an AFP member, mentor, and workshop presenter; Dr. Bev belonged to the Grant Professionals Association (GPA) for 17 years and rejoined in 2021. She continues to support the Grant Professionals Foundation Scholarship Fund for African American male grant writers.