GET ON BOARD! Non-Profit Board Training Program
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS: CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR BOARD MEMBERS
*** Please click here to complete the participant application.***
Are you interested in developing leadership skills while learning to govern one of our area’s nonprofit agencies? Many nonprofit organizations working hard to improve our region are facing enormous challenges and are seeking energetic, talented and qualified leaders to help them achieve their mission.
In response to this significant community need, the Junior League of New Orleans is pleased to offer a condensed version of Get on Board, over two Saturdays in October. Get on Board is traditionally a five-week course that focuses on training volunteers for nonprofit board leadership. Participants will gain increased levels of competence and confidence in nonprofit board of director's skills through workshops on topics such as board roles and responsibilities, financial policies and fiduciary duties, legal considerations, strategic planning processes and effective leadership development. Upon successful completion of the course, JLNO matches participants with a local nonprofit for board of director's participation and further training.
Get on Board Fall 2010 Training Sessions
*Two Saturday Sessions*
October 9, 2010 and October 23, 2010
Graduation Reception October 27, 2010
Schedule
8:00 a.m. – Arrival and coffee and light breakfast
8:15 a.m. – Training session begins
11:30 a.m. – Lunch
2:00 p.m. - Adjourn
Location
Junior League of New Orleans Headquarters
4319 Carondelet Street
New Orleans, Louisiana 70115
(504) 891-5845
Cost
$250 - Includes training, materials, light breakfast & lunch, beverages and graduation celebration
The Junior League of New Orleans is committed to voluntarism and the New Orleans community and as such, is underwriting the portion of the program not covered by tuition.
Application Due Date: September 29, 2010 or until the class is filled, so register early to secure your spot.
Training Series
Participants in this intensive two-day training course will gain competence and confidence in board leadership skills through sessions on topics such as board roles and responsibilities, financial policies, legal considerations, developing strategic plans and effective leadership skills.
Each session will be led by a community expert and will include role-playing, group work and a facilitated panel discussion involving current board and agency leadership. A detailed training manual covering course information, with additional articles and supporting materials will be provided.
Attendance at both sessions is encouraged to maximize the benefits of the training course. More than half day absence will preclude participants from the board match portion of the training.
The Placement Process
The Junior League of New Orleans has established relationships with numerous nonprofit organizations throughout the New Orleans region. These organizations represent a wide variety of service areas, including arts and culture, children, youth, community development, substance abuse, and health and human services, just to name a few.
For those participants who successfully complete the training course series, volunteers from JLNO will assist the candidates by matching them with a selected organization, balancing the interests and skills of the volunteer with the needs and mission of the organization.
The Application Process
To apply, please complete the electronic application form found at the top of the page. You will also be encouraged to submit a copy of your resume as part of the application process.
We welcome candidates with a variety of experiences and backgrounds, but space is limited. The final date for submitting an application is September 29, 2010 or until the class is filled. A waitlist will be available.
You will receive payment instructions by email. A limited number of partial scholarships, the cost of which are underwritten by the Junior League of New Orleans, are available and will be awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please indicate on the application if you are applying for a scholarship.
Questions? Please contact JLNO at (504) 891-5845 or email at getonboard@jlno.org for more information or questions regarding this exciting and worthwhile training opportunity.
