Applications now open for the 2020 NYC Good Governance Summer Academy
Applications due Monday, July 13, 2020
The NYC Good Governance Summer Academy is a free introductory training series for nonprofit Executive Directors or CEOs and board members to revamp their board governance practices and strengthen connections with other nonprofit leaders across NYC. Summer Academy trainings will be facilitated virtually by members of the NYC Nonprofit Board Development Coalition, led by NYC Service.
Training material is based on the NYC Good Governance Blueprint, also developed by the Coalition.
Who should apply?
NYC nonprofit executives with introductory knowledge of governance. Preference given to organizations that commit attendance of both the ED/CEO and a board member at all trainings.
When is the Summer Academy?
- Governance Principles and Board Structure and Development
- Thursday, July 30
- Led by Better Business Bureau Serving Metropolitan New York & Governance Matters USA
- Financial Management and Oversight
- Thursday, August 6
- Led by New York Council of Nonprofits, Inc.
- Fundraising
- Thursday, August 13
- Led by New York Council of Nonprofits, Inc.
- Strategic Planning and Management
- Thursday, August 20
- Led by Support Center
All trainings will be held from 10:00am-12:00pm on a virtual platform.
How will my organization benefit?
- Access to 4 free 3-hour governance trainings led by experts
- Curated tools, templates, and resources to apply to your organization
- Networking and peer-learning opportunities with NYC nonprofit leaders
- Office of the Mayor Certificate of Recognition upon program completion
How to apply:
Complete your application by Monday July, 13, 2020
As a reminder, preference given to organizations that commit attendance of both the ED/CEO and a board member at all trainings. We strongly encourage that at most one board member attend each training, alternating among two board members if needed.
Questions?
Email boardgovernance@cityhall.nyc.gov.