Greater DC Cares Board Leadership Program

Please join us on Monday, May 9 and Wednesday, May 11, as a faculty of business, legal and nonprofit leaders engage an intimate group of participants on models of board governance, the basic moral and legal obligations of directors, financial oversight, and fundraising techniques.

Service on a nonprofit board is a highly rewarding experience, providing opportunities to:

• strengthen nonprofit oversight;
• serve a mission about which you are passionate;
• strengthen your management skills;
• enhance your understanding of models of governance; and
• develop leadership skills in the community.

Our innovative two-day training will prepare you for that experience. 

Register as a Future Board Member, and Greater DC Cares will work with you before and after the training to match* you with a nonprofit board of directors that suits your skills and interests.  In addition to the two-day training, you will have an exclusive opportunity to attend our Nonprofit Connection immediately following training on the second day.  Dozens of nonprofit representatives will be gathered to provide you information on their organizations and boards, creating the opportunity for you to make a match and start the nonporfit board placement process.

Register as a Current Board Member if you currently serve on a nonprofit board of directors or have been recently elected to one. Even the most seasoned board members have participated in the Board Leadership Program to enhance their board experience.  You will attend both days of training and will receive the same curriculum materials as the Future Board Members. 

Tentative Agenda:

Monday, May 9, 2011 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

-Board governance and legal obligations

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 8:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

-Financial obligations, fundraising techniques, and Nonprofit Connection**

-Lunch will be provided

Tuition: Please be sure to register using the ticket options above. Payment is due at the time of registration.

Note: Candidates are often able to secure tuition for the Board Leadership Program through their employer's professional development budget.  If you believe this may be the case at your company, please be sure to check with your human resources department prior to registering online.

Future Board Members: $495.00

Includes: 2-day training, materials, and personalized matching* to a local nonprofit's board of directors.  If you choose this option, you will receive a "matching survey" via email after your registration is complete.

Current Board Members: $295.00

Includes: 2-day training and materials.

Questions? Please contact Patrick Sanders at 202-777-4454 or psanders@greaterdccares.org.

*Participation in the program does not guarantee election to a nonprofit board.  Greater DC Cares will make every reasonable effort to match participants to a nonprofit board that fits their skills and interests.  Individuals considering joining a nonprofit board should be prepared to commit the time and effort necessary to support an organization's mission effectively as a director.