Successful nonprofits remove barriers to employment, support local economic growth, provide essential services, and strengthen civic engagement. The Foundation’s nonprofit programming works to improve organizational fiscal health, expand and enhance services, and build strong, effective boards. Subscribe to the newsletter to stay in the loop on upcoming training opportunities and resources.
Trainings
Business
The Initiative Foundation partners with the Central and North Central Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) to connect entrepreneurs with workshops, no-cost consulting, low-cost trainings and one-on-one advising delivered by professional business consultants across the region. The Initiative Foundation region is served by the Central and North Central SBDCs.
Upcoming Trainings
Board Leadership Training
Strong nonprofit organizations are supported by engaged and effective boards. Organizational leadership and board members play critical roles in ensuring boards provide strategic leadership, ensure…
- Subject
- Nonprofit
- Location
- Waite Park
- Start Date
- October 14, 2026
Resilient Nonprofit Lab
Join The Resilient Nonprofit Lab, a free, hands-on, five-month training designed for nonprofits in the Greater St. Cloud area serving underserved communities. Limited to 10…
- Subject
- Nonprofit
- Location
- Waite Park
- Start Date
- October 20, 2026
Board Leadership Training
This training is offered in Partnership with Sourcewell. Strong nonprofit organizations are supported by engaged and effective boards. Organizational leadership & board…
- Subject
- Nonprofit
- Location
- Brainerd
- Start Date
- November 12, 2026
Contact Us
Reach out to one of our team members to discuss training opportunities for your business or nonprofit.
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