Programs
Every program is designed for the time-constrained social impact professional — actionable, peer-driven, and grounded in local context and national best practice.
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Interactive sessions designed to engage participants in the learning process and foster active involvement. Topics are driven by the needs and interests of members — from strategic planning and board governance to finance, fundraising, brand identity, artificial intelligence, and leading in uncertainty.
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Curated training and development for nonprofit executives and fundraising professionals at all levels, designed to support career growth through continuing education and skill-building — including programming for mid-level staff and for Executive Directors moving from direct service into systemic leadership.
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Moderated, town-hall style conversations with area leaders in nonprofit, philanthropy, government, and business, alongside subject matter experts. Conversations focus on the unique needs and aspirations of the northern suburbs and Lake County.
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Casual opportunities for networking and socializing offered between formal Network-sponsored events, connecting leaders across the North Shore's nonprofit ecosystem.
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Facilitated cohorts for Executive Directors and senior fundraising professionals looking to connect with peers across a diverse network of organizations and focus areas. Cohorts create an informal space for sharing ideas, challenges, and strategies, with executive coaching support included and the option to organize by issue area.
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One-on-one coaching for nonprofit executives navigating growth, transition, and the demands of leading a small to midsize organization.
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A yearly convening bringing the full Network together around the long-term sustainability of the region's nonprofit sector.
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A monthly newsletter aggregating nonprofit and social impact industry trends, research, events, and resources — plus recaps and takeaways from every convening.
Coming soon