Institute for Nonprofit Practice

Juneteenth is a powerful day of reflection on our nation’s history and the ongoing journey toward equity and justice. INP is closed today as we honor this legacy and the changemakers who have paved the way. We remain steadfast in our commitment to equity and inclusion, and are deeply grateful to the leaders in our network and beyond who are dismantling barriers and building a more just future for all, day in and day out.

We proudly celebrate the accomplishments of INP’s in New York City! 🎓 Watching this cohort lean into their leadership with such passion and resilience has been a highlight of our year.

To our funding partners at the Angell Foundation, Robert Sterling Clark Foundation, and Santander Bank US, thank you for championing these mission-driven leaders!

Our sincere appreciation also goes to INP’s graduation sponsors–Charlesbank Capital Partners, Main Street Group Foundation, State Street Foundation, eCratchit Nonprofit, and Santander Bank, N.A.–for bringing this celebration to life. Congratulations to our graduates; we look forward to the ripples of positive change you are sure to create!

ICYMI: INP is hiring a Program Coordinator in Greater Boston!

This role sits at the heart of our work, ensuring our programs run seamlessly while building real relationships with the nonprofit and social impact leaders we serve.

We're looking for someone who brings strong project management skills, sharp attention to detail, and experience in the nonprofit sector and who thrives in a role that's equal parts logistics and human connection.

What the role involves:
🔹 Supporting 4-5 cohorts of students as their main point of contact
🔹 Coordinating events, sessions, and program logistics across New England
🔹 Supporting recruitment, enrollment, and student engagement
🔹 Upholding INP's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

Apply or share! https://bit.ly/4v3PUQQ

A momentous milestone for INP’s Class of 2026 in the ! 🎓 Seeing these leaders channel their dedication into meaningful, community-wide impact has been an incredible privilege.

This program year was fueled by the deep investment of our partners at Tipping Point Community and the Angell Foundation, whose unwavering commitment to supporting local leaders and organizations is exactly what makes this work possible.

Sincere thanks to our graduation sponsors–Charlesbank Capital Partners, Main Street Group Foundation, State Street Foundation, eCratchit Nonprofit, and Santander Bank, N.A.–for helping us celebrate!

Missed this week’s Leadership Learning Series session “Leading Across Systems: Lessons in Partnership & Community Impact” with Shawn Dove? Don’t worry! You can still catch the recording on how to deepen cross-sector partnerships and mobilize resources for the greater good at: https://bit.ly/4nl8gcf

Be sure to learn more about our Leadership Learning Series and explore INP’s library of resources from previous webinars until next season’s lineup is announced!

Leadership Learning Series - Institute for Nonprofit Practice We launched the Leadership Learning Series to inspire, educate, support, and connect social impact leaders.

Join our friends at Nonprofit GPS for a practical webinar unpacking nonprofit mergers: “If a Nonprofit Merger is the Answer, What is the Question?” on Thursday, June 18th from 2pm–3:30pm ET.

Mergers are just one among many relationships that can be explored while investigating solutions for a business model that may no longer be working. However, because the language of mergers often looms large in public forums, conversations with funders and at the board level can tend to revert to this one solution amongst many available options. In this session, you’ll explore:

✔️ Research on the costs and benefits of nonprofit mergers
✔️ Key elements for successful completion
✔️ Alternative options in cases where a merger was initially considered, but ultimately determined to not be the optimal course of action

Nonprofit GPS draws on the grounded experience of Nonprofit Financial Commons and BDO’s Nonprofit and Grantmaker Advisory practice, as well as the tools provided at StrongNonprofits.org, along with resources from many other collaborating networks and individuals. Don’t miss next week’s conversation! https://bit.ly/4e3pNng

Reminder: Join us today at 12pm ET / 9am PT for an information session on INP’s Core Certificate and RISE programs! You’ll meet fellow changemakers who are navigating the current nonprofit landscape, and discover how our programs equip you with the network and tools to thrive–at any career stage.

If you’re ready to fuel your social impact work with a community of peers who understand the challenges facing our sector firsthand, invest in your growth and join INP’s powerful movement of 5,000 leaders nationwide. 🔗 Save your spot at https://bit.ly/4nRR2UV

Ready to fuel your social impact work with a community of peers who understand the challenges facing our sector firsthand?

Join us on Friday, June 12th for an information session on INP’s Core Certificate and RISE programs! You’ll meet fellow changemakers who are navigating the current nonprofit landscape too, and discover how our programs equip you with the network and tools to thrive–at any career stage.

Invest in your growth and join INP’s powerful movement of 5,000 leaders nationwide. 🔗 Save your spot at https://bit.ly/4nRR2UV

We’re honored to welcome Shawn Dove–visionary, organizer, and author–to our Leadership Learning Series this week! From his work as a key advisor for President Obama’s My Brother’s Keeper initiative to his current coalition-building efforts at New Profit Inc., Shawn has mastered the art of breaking down silos to spark collective progress.

Whether you're looking to deepen cross-sector partnerships or mobilize resources for greater community impact, this masterclass is for you.

➡️ Join us for the conversation: https://bit.ly/4nl8gcf