
Strong Nonprofits Start with Strong Boards
The Board Leadership Institute prepares philanthropic community members for service on the boards of directors of local nonprofit organizations.
Training Tomorrow's Leaders to Build a UNITED Denton County
Each Board Leadership Institute training is designed and presented by industry experts to provide participants with a deep understanding of opportunities and challenges in the Denton County community, along with the tools needed to shape and govern a successful 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Benefits of Participating in the Board Leadership Institute
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Meet other civic-minded professionals from a variety of sectors
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Learn about the issues facing our community from experts in the field
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Gain the skills needed to successfully serve on a nonprofit board
Board Leadership Institute Dates & Curriculum
2023 Sessions will run from September - November (Day/Time TBD)
(10 sessions)
Session Topics - No more than two (2) absences allowed to receive certification:
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TX Nonprofit Overview; Needs Assessment; Advocacy
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Parliamentary Procedure; Governance & Fiduciary Responsibility
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Board Operations/Development
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Strategic/Scenario Planning & Outcome Assessment
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Asset-Based Community Development/Racial Equity in Nonprofits
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Finance & Audit
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Resource Development & Fundraising; Marketing
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Conflict Resolution
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Board Meeting Observation; Chair Q&A
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January: Graduation & Certificate Presentation
Board Leadership Institute Application
The application for the Fall 2023 class will open in June. Note: All class participants must live, work, or volunteer in Denton County.
Please submit the form below to be notified when the application goes Live.
Questions? Contact Leah Jordan at leah@unitedwaydenton.org.