Lead With Purpose

Indiana’s Premier Nonprofit Board Training Program

Lead with Purpose is Hedges’ premier board training series. The Lead with Purpose training series prepares individuals to apply their skills, interests, and experiences in effective nonprofit board service.

Participants completing this eight-session, interactive, virtual series will:

  1. Be prepared to lead in the nonprofit boardroom
  2. Receive tools for immediate use
  3. Gain access to continued board support and resources through the series and future Hedges-affiliated training opportunities.

Lead with Purpose participants may register for Part 1 – Foundations of Nonprofit Governance ($250), Part 2 – Advanced Nonprofit Governance ($400), or the entire series. Nonprofit organizations may register two individuals for the price of one ($500 for the full series). Individuals may register for single sessions for $90.

Registration

  • Full Series

    $500

    The Lead With Purpose training series prepares individuals to apply their skills, interests, and experiences in effective nonprofit board service. Full Series includes sessions 1 – 8.

  • Part 1

    $250

    Foundations of Nonprofit Governance is designed for individuals new to the nonprofit sector or board service and those looking to update their knowledge, including leading financial and legal practices. Part 1 includes Sessions 1 – 3.

  • Part 2

    $400

    Advanced Nonprofit Governance builds on the content from Part 1 and is designed for more seasoned board members and Executive Directors who are seeking ways to amplify their impact as a board member or chief executive, prepare for board officer and committee leadership roles, and build and activate their board. Part 2 includes sessions 4-8.

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Training Sessions

Session 1

Nonprofit Fundamentals

August 10, 2023

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9:30am – 11:00am ET
9:30am – 11:00am ET

Boards that lead with purpose are informed and equipped. Most people know nonprofits make our communities stronger, but few people know how they operate. In this session, individuals will learn the purpose and characteristics of nonprofit organizations, how they are structured, governed, and funded, and the unique role they play in society.

One training is $90 for two people with the same nonprofit organization.

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Session 2

Choosing Your Cause

August 24, 2023

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9:30am – 11:00am ET
9:30am – 11:00am ET

Boards that lead with purpose share a passion for their cause. Did you know there are over 1,900 nonprofit organizations in Central Indiana? In this session, individuals interested in serving on a nonprofit board will explore their personal passions and learn how and where to find meaningful board service opportunities in their community.

One training is $90 for two people with the same nonprofit organization.

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Session 3

Core Responsibilities of Nonprofit Boards

September 7, 2023

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9:30am – 11:00am ET
9:30am – 11:00am ET

Boards that lead with purpose know their role. In this session, individuals looking to better understand the responsibilities of board service will learn the essential accountabilities of the nonprofit board in alignment with leading practices.

1.5 SHRM recertification credits available for this session.

One training is $90 for two people with the same nonprofit organization.

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Session 4

Effective Staff and Board Roles

September 21, 2023

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9:30am – 11:00am ET
9:30am – 11:00am ET

Boards that lead with purpose work as a team. In this session, individuals seeking to maximize the strengths and effectiveness of executive and board leadership will learn the complementary yet distinct roles that staff and board members play in nonprofit organizations.

One training is $90 for two people with the same nonprofit organization.

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Session 5

Building a Thriving Board

October 5, 2023

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9:30am – 11:00am ET
9:30am – 11:00am ET

Boards that lead with purpose govern with excellence.  In this session, individuals looking to improve the composition and functionality of a nonprofit board will learn best practices in recruitment, onboarding, and rotation in alignment with an organization’s mission.

One training is $90 for two people with the same nonprofit organization.

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Session 6

Setting Vision and Strategy

October 19, 2023

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9:30am – 11:00am ET
9:30am – 11:00am ET

Boards that lead with purpose plan with vision and strategy. In this session, individuals looking to understand the board’s responsibility in setting vision and planning for a sustainable future will learn the four essential pillars of nonprofit organizational health and how to apply strategic planning best practices in each.

One training is $90 for two people with the same nonprofit organization.

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Session 7

Fundraising Essentials for Board Members

November 2, 2023

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9:30am – 11:00am ET
9:30am – 11:00am ET

Boards that lead with purpose aren’t afraid to fundraise. In this session, individuals looking to fulfill the fundraising responsibilities of nonprofit board membership will learn successful ways to engage in the four-part fundraising process.

One training is $90 for two people with the same nonprofit organization.

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Session 8

Activating Board Committees

November 16, 2023

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9:30am – 11:00am ET
9:30am – 11:00am ET

Boards that lead with purpose empower high-performing committees.  In this session, individuals seeking to maximize productivity through board committees will learn common structures and leading practices for effective committee functionality and leadership.

One training is $90 for two people with the same nonprofit organization.

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