Nonprofits and other entities that apply for grant funding through the Harrison County Community Foundation are required to have at least one current board member who has completed an HCCF-approved nonprofit board governance training program. The training is open to any nonprofit board and staff members and volunteer-led organizations as an opportunity to improve their nonprofit sustainability.
The training includes nonprofit basics and explains the need for board governance; seven functions of a nonprofit board; leadership, management, and governance and the role of the board; fiduciary and legal responsibilities; strategic planning; board structure and function; fundraising as board members; and best practices. The training is a blend of presentation, case studies, and discussion.
The training session will be led by Ed Cortas, Vice President of Strategic Initiatives & Consulting, from the Center for Nonprofit Excellence (CNPE). Ed has worked in the nonprofit sector for nearly 30 years. He has worked with scores of nonprofit organizations of all sizes in a range of areas, including board governance and engagement, strategic and operational planning, organizational assessment, and development of organizational vision, mission, and values.
Training is held in the Foundation conference room at 1523 Foundation Way in Corydon from 9 am - 3 pm. Upcoming 2023 training dates are:
Saturday, February 18th or 25th for weather make-up
Tuesday, April 18th
Saturday, August 19th
Tuesday, October 17th
Training will be held face to face. Due to social distancing, seating is limited. Lunch will be provided. Participants need to complete the 6-hour program for certification of completion.
The training session costs $100, but it will be refunded after successful completion. Contact Sarah Travis, Office Manager, at 812-738-6668 or saraht@hccfindiana.org for questions.
Building Dynamic Boards of Directors is a nonprofit board governance training program designed to strengthen Harrison County-serving nonprofits.
This training will be held on Tuesday, April 18 in HCCF’s conference room. The class will take place from 9 am - 3 pm. Training will be held face to face. Masks are required. Due to social distancing, seating is limited.
The training session costs $100, but it will be refunded after completion. Participants must sign up at least 5 business days in advance of the training date. If you are interested in participating in board training, contact Sarah Travis, Office Manager, at 812-738-6668 or saraht@hccfindiana.org.
The training includes nonprofit basics and explains the need for board governance; seven functions of a nonprofit board; leadership, management, and governance and the role of the board; fiduciary and legal responsibilities; strategic planning; board structure and function; fundraising as board members; and best practices. The training is a blend of presentation, case studies, and discussion.
This training will be held on Saturday, August 19 in HCCF’s conference room. The class will take place from 9 am - 3 pm. Training will be held face to face. Due to social distancing, seating is limited.
The training session costs $100, but it will be refunded after completion. Participants must sign up at least 5 business days in advance of the training date. If you are interested in participating in board training, contact Sarah Travis, Office Manager, at 812-738-6668 or saraht@hccfindiana.org.
The program includes nonprofit basics and explains the need for board governance; seven functions of a nonprofit board; leadership, management, and governance and the role of the board; fiduciary and legal responsibilities; strategic planning; board structure and function; fundraising as board members; and best practices. The training is a blend of presentation, case studies, and discussion.
This will be held on Tuesday, October 17, in HCCF’s conference room. The class will take place from 9 am - 3 pm. This is an in-person event. Seating is limited.
The training session costs $100, but it will be refunded after completion. Participants must sign up at least 5 business days in advance of the training date.
If you are interested, contact Sarah Travis, Office Manager, at 812-738-6668 or saraht@hccfindiana.org.