Training Calendar
Learn. Lead. Elevate.
CVNL’s Training Calendar offers year-round opportunities for nonprofit professionals to build the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to lead with impact. From foundational courses to advanced leadership development, our programs are designed to meet you where you are and support your journey in service.
Core Training Programs
CVNL’s Core Training Programs are thoughtfully designed to equip nonprofit professionals at every stage of their career with the skills and strategies needed to lead with confidence and clarity. Each program provides practical tools, expert guidance, and opportunities for meaningful peer connection, empowering individuals and organizations to navigate challenges, strengthen their teams, and deepen their impact in the communities they serve.
Program Development & Evaluation Certificate Series
Through our Program Development & Evaluation Certificate, you’ll explore essential steps to program development, including needs assessments, logic models, and research tools. This course will guide you through the fundamentals of designing, implementing, and evaluating successful programs.
The Fundraising Academy Certificate Program is a practical, skill-building experience for nonprofit professionals, emerging leaders, and fund development staff who want to strengthen their fundraising expertise and elevate their organization’s impact. This program equips participants with the tools, strategies, and confidence to lead effective fundraising efforts and build a culture of philanthropy across their organization.
Grant Writing Training Program
Master the art and science of writing successful grant proposals. This hands-on program covers funding research, proposal structure, compelling narratives, and evaluation frameworks. Perfect for development staff and nonprofit leaders who want to boost funding capacity.
Accelerate your management knowledge, skills and insight. This series is perfect for new and developing managers and management teams eager to enhance their impact and people management skills.
Executive Leadership Program (ELP)
A flagship leadership development experience for nonprofit executives. ELP strengthens leadership effectiveness through a deep dive into management, personal leadership style, strategic thinking, and peer support. This cohort-based experience is ideal for EDs, CEOs, and senior directors ready to lead with vision and resilience.
This comprehensive four-part training series is designed to strengthen nonprofit boards by providing essential governance knowledge, proven best practices, and practical leadership skills. Across four focused sessions, participants will gain a deeper understanding of board roles and responsibilities, learn how to build effective structures and processes, and develop strategies for long-term success and impact.