Nonprofit Leadership Initiative

08/27/2026

Last Thursday, our Leadership Institute leaders took what they learned from the board governance, financial leadership, and personal leadership modules and began to put them into practice by beginning to think strategically about what's next for their respective organizations.

Facilitated by the NPLI team, the day was all about turning what was learned into action and also giving folks the space to think strategically about the future.

08/21/2026

Our Fall session of BoardBound begins September 23rd, and we have a few spots still available!

Whether you’re considering board service, recently joined a board, or want to better understand the role, BoardBound provides a practical introduction to nonprofit governance, board responsibilities, and effective leadership. Gain the knowledge and confidence to make a meaningful impact from day one.

Know someone who would make a great board member? Share this opportunity with them!

Learn more by visiting https://npleadershipfv.org/boardbound/

08/20/2026

Nonprofit friends - NPLI has created a "Disaster Response Resources" tab on our Resource page for *nonprofit specific information* related to disaster response and recovery.

Visit https://npleadershipfv.org/resources/

"When multiple disasters hit the same communities in short succession, for example, a tornado followed by a flood, recovery needs are compounded." - Center for Disaster Philanthropy

Nonprofit Leadership Initiative (NPLI) is a program of the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region and utilizes the Community Foundation’s professional services and staff.

08/19/2026

Last for Financial Leadership registrations!

Our next round of Financial Leadership begins on Tuesday, September 1st. The Financial Leadership curriculum provides the tools necessary to create a financial strategy for your organization.

Whether you have paid staff or are volunteer led, this program helps you understand the true costs of programs and how to build a sustainability mindset.

Sign-up today by visiting https://npleadershipfv.org/financial-leadership/

08/12/2026

Our next round of Financial Leadership begins on September 1st!

Join NPLI and the Goodman Nonprofit Center this Fall for Financial Leadership, facilitated by Steve Zimmerman of Spectrum Nonprofit Services. Over 8 hybrid sessions, Steve dives deep into nonprofit finances, helping nonprofit staff and board members understand the true cost of programming and how to build a sustainability mindset for your mission.

For complete details, dates, and to register, visit https://npleadershipfv.org/financial-leadership/

08/11/2026

Last call for proposals!

NPLI is accepting proposals for a three-hour interactive forum on preventing burnout among nonprofit leaders planned for Quarter 1 of 2027 (January – March).

We’re seeking someone who can deliver practical, engaging content that helps nonprofit organizations build healthier, more sustainable workplaces, especially for those organizations with limited staff and resources. If this sounds like your area of expertise, or if you know of someone who would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you!

Proposals are due this Friday, August 14th.

View the full RFP and submission details here: https://npleadershipfv.org/request-for-proposals-rfps/

08/06/2026

Our team is hiring! We are looking for our next Program Manager to help NPLI deliver leadership development and educational opportunities to nonprofit leaders and board members across the greater Fox Valley Region!

If you have five years of relevant experience with two of those years in the nonprofit sector and are knowledgeable in capacity building, fundraising, or nonprofit sector needs, we want to hear from you. View the full job posting and discover how to apply by visiting https://www.cffoxvalley.org/careers

08/05/2026

We are re-sharing this post again for additional awareness.

In response to the July 27, 2026, tornado that devastated communities in the tri-county region of Winnebago, Calumet, and Outagamie counties, the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region along with United Way Fox Cities and the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation have activated the Community Response Fund 2026 Tornado Relief on July 28, 2026.

If you are a nonprofit or other community organization engaging in relief efforts for those impacted, you may find grant information and the application here: https://cffoxvalley.org/2026-tornado-community-response-fund/

If you are a community member looking to financially donate to support those organizations providing assistance, please visit: https://unitedwayfoxcities.org/tornado/

In response to the July 27, 2026, tornado that devastated communities in the tri-county region of Winnebago, Calumet, and Outagamie counties, the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region along with United Way Fox Cities and the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation have activated the Community Response Fund 2026 Tornado Relief on July 28, 2026.

Together, we are working to move resources responsibly to support the nonprofits and community organizations at the center of the tornado relief and recovery efforts.

To learn more and apply for grants: www.cffoxvalley.org/2026-tornado-community-response-fund

To donate: https://unitedwayfoxcities.org/tornado/

08/04/2026

NPLI is now accepting proposals for TWO facilitators to run a ‘Grant Writing 101’ workshop. We’re seeking one virtual and one in-person facilitator to lead two-hour workshops in October or November 2026.

If you’re an experienced grant writer, fundraising consultant, or nonprofit professional with a passion for teaching others how to write stronger grants and tell compelling stories, we’d love to hear from you.

Know someone who’d be a great fit? Tag them below or share our post with them!

View the full RFP by visiting: https://www.npleadershipfv.org/request-for-proposals-rfp

07/29/2026

Raising for awareness to community members and our nonprofit leaders:

In response to the July 27, 2026, tornado that devastated communities in the tri-county region of Winnebago, Calumet, and Outagamie counties, the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region along with United Way Fox Cities and the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation have activated the Community Response Fund 2026 Tornado Relief on July 28, 2026.

If you are a nonprofit or other community organization engaging in relief efforts for those impacted, you may find grant information and the application here: https://cffoxvalley.org/2026-tornado-community-response-fund/ -to-apply

If you are a community member looking to financially donate to support those organizations providing assistance, please visit: https://unitedwayfoxcities.org/tornado/

In response to the July 27, 2026, tornado that devastated communities in the tri-county region of Winnebago, Calumet, and Outagamie counties, the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region along with United Way Fox Cities and the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation have activated the Community Response Fund 2026 Tornado Relief on July 28, 2026.

Together, we are working to move resources responsibly to support the nonprofits and community organizations at the center of the tornado relief and recovery efforts.

To learn more and apply for grants: www.cffoxvalley.org/2026-tornado-community-response-fund

To donate: https://unitedwayfoxcities.org/tornado/