S+S Workshops with Nonprofits LEAD

Shayne Lopez • June 6, 2024

The Athens County Foundation (ACF), in collaboration with Nonprofits LEAD, is offering three capacity building workshops to nonprofits serving Athens County. This initiative is designed to empower nonprofit organizations throughout Athens County by providing access to professional resources, expert insights, and best practices. The objective is to enhance the capabilities of local nonprofits, enabling them to maximize their impact in the community.

 Workshop Details

Board 101: What do Nonprofit Boards Have to Do?

Date:  June 25, 2024

Time: 12-4 pm

Location: Athens Public Library

Description: This session will cover the 10 Roles and Responsibilities and 3 Legal Duties of Board Members. Participants will engage in discussions and reflections on their current board practices and identify opportunities for improvement.

Who Should Attend: New, potential, and seasoned board members, Executive Directors, and staff involved in board development and engagement.

Nonprofit Lifecycles: An Introduction

Date: July 24, 2024

Time: 12-4 pm

Location: Athens Public Library

Description: Explore the Nonprofit Lifecycles model, which illustrates how nonprofits evolve over time. Participants will conduct a self-assessment to understand their organization’s current lifecycle stage and priorities.

Who Should Attend: Board members, Executive Directors, and other staff interested in nonprofit management.

Board 201: Connecting the Mission to Strategy and Action

Date: December 3, 2024

Time: 12-4 pm

Location: Athens Public Library

Description: This advanced workshop delves into aligning the organization’s mission, vision, and strategy with board composition and activities. Topics include succession planning, board culture, committee structures, and performance metrics.

Who Should Attend: New, potential, and seasoned board members, Executive Directors, and staff engaged in board development and engagement.

Why Participate?

S+S workshops are tailored to meet the expressed needs of local nonprofits, offering practical tools and knowledge at no cost . By attending these sessions, nonprofit leaders will be better equipped to fulfill their missions and drive positive change in Athens County.


For more information about the Strengths+Strengths workshop series, please reach out to us at info@athensfoundation.org. We look  forward to supporting your organization’s journey towards greater impact and success!


Registration is closed for this event.

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