Transform Your Nonprofit’s Future!
Ready to supercharge your board’s effectiveness and create a powerhouse of collaboration? Tennessee Nonprofit Network, in partnership with the Community Foundation of West Tennessee, is thrilled to launch the BoardBuild Board Governance Cohort. This is a four-month journey designed to give CEOs like you the tools to lead with confidence and cultivate a truly high-performing board.
What You’ll Achieve
This cohort provides a dynamic, hands-on learning experience that goes beyond theory. You’ll gain practical skills to tackle your biggest challenges and drive your mission forward. This program will empower you to:
- Forge a Unified Vision: Clearly define the roles of your board members and your role as CEO, eliminating confusion and building a foundation of trust.
- Ignite Commitment: Articulate the critical responsibilities of your board, from fundraising to fiscal oversight, inspiring a culture of active participation and shared ownership.
- Clarify Your Impact: Distinguish between governance and management to help your board focus on strategic direction, not micromanagement.
- Build Unbreakable Bonds: Develop the skills to foster healthy, productive relationships between you and your board, based on mutual respect and collaboration.
Who Should Apply?
We’re looking for passionate nonprofit CEOs in Jackson (Madison County) who are ready to invest in their organization’s future. The cohort is limited to just 10 participants to ensure a personalized, high-impact experience.
Application Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/F5533S5
Requirements:
- You are currently a CEO of a nonprofit in Jackson, TN (Madison County).
- You are willing to commit to the entire four-month program.
- You are ready to attend all in-person and virtual sessions and complete assignments between sessions.
Incredible Value, Minimal Cost
Thanks to the generous support of the Community Foundation of West Tennessee, the fee is only $50! Community Foundation of West Tennessee has subsidized the remainder of the costs for participants. This gift is valued at over $500 per participating organization. This is an unparalleled opportunity to access expert training for a fraction of the cost.
Ready to take the next step? Applications open November 1, 2025, and close December 15, 2025.
Want to learn more? Register for our information session on December 8th from 10:00am-11:00am.
Important Dates
- Application Opens: November 1, 2025
- Application Closes: December 15, 2025
- Information Session (Virtual): December 8, 2025, from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Orientation (In-person): January 14, 2026, from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
- Peer Session One (In-person): January 28, 2026, from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
- Peer Session Two (Virtual): February 19, 2026, from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
- Peer Session Three (In-person): March 25, 2026, from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
All in-person sessions will be held at the Community Foundation of West TN (74 Directors Row, Jackson, TN 38305).
Don’t miss this chance to empower your leadership and transform your organization! If you have any questions, please contact the Training Team at training@tnnonprofits.org.