Nonprofit Management Program for Emerging Leaders of Color
A two-year UConn-partnered program providing intensive leadership training, mentorship, and professional development for emerging nonprofit leaders of color in Greater New Haven.
Funder: Community Foundation for Greater New Haven
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Two-year grant to employer (Year 1: general operating support; Year 2: professional growth funds); $2,000 scholarship to UConn for participants
Summary: Two-year executive leadership program for emerging nonprofit leaders of color in Greater New Haven, featuring intensive training, mentorship, and organizational support.
Description
This two-year executive leadership program, offered in partnership with the University of Connecticut, is designed to support middle-management nonprofit staff of color in Greater New Haven. Participants engage in intensive training, hands-on leadership experiences, network building, and the development of individual growth plans. Upon completing the first year, participants receive a certificate of completion and academic credit. Additionally, sponsoring nonprofit employers receive a two-year grant to support both the organization and the participant’s professional development.
