Affinity Groups

The Nonprofit Partnership Affinity Groups are an exclusive member only benefit designed to build and strengthen community through peer learning, shared ideas and common ground. They are safe spaces for members to come together around a specific field or function (Executives, Volunteerism, Arts, etc.), to network with each other, build collaboration, and provide and receive support.

Our Affinity Group offerings further our mission to build the capacity of nonprofits so they can make a positive change in their community.

Executive Directors

4th Friday of each month
(Executive Directors Only) 9am – 10:30 am

Volunteer Managers

First Friday of every month, 9am-10:30am

Arts Executive Directors

4th Friday of each month
(Executive Directors Only) 9am – 10:30 am

Board Members

Third Wednesday of every other month, 9am – 10:30 am

Fund Development Professionals

Second Friday of every month, 9am-10:30am

For more information on Affinity Groups, please contact Christina Kreachbaum at ckreachbaum@tnpsocal.org.

I have always learned so much by attending the Affinity Groups, and appreciate everything the Nonprofit Partnership and you do…I wanted to thank and share with you that the success of our fundraiser would not have been possible without all the resources you and the attendees of the Affinity Group provided me. You all have really been my teachers and mentors; before this year I knew nothing about development or nonprofit organizations.
Derek Oye
Saban Community Clinic

Breakfast Series

The Nonprofit Partnerships’ Breakfast Series, sponsored by Edison International and The Port of Long Beach, connects nonprofit professionals six times a year, with expert speakers providing the latest information on top issues for nonprofits in our region. Breakfast Series are held from 9am-11am, and cost $15 for members or $40 for not-yet-members. To view all upcoming Breakfast Series please see our calendar page.

Certificate Programs

Fund Development

The Essentials of Fund Development Certificate Program is designed to help you gain new perspectives and insights on the fund development process while expanding your skills to secure funds and other resources for your nonprofit. Through 18-hours of instruction (3 sessions), you will learn how to create your fund development plan by participating in interactive discussions and hands-on activities while receiving feedback on a prior or upcoming grant proposal and/or fundraising event.

Pricing:
$450 Member Rate
$550 Non Member Rate

$380 Early Bird Member Rate (Up to a month in advance)

$470 Early Bird Non Member Rate (Up to a month in advance)

The Certificate Programs provide 18-hours of training for a comprehensive understanding on a topic in nonprofit management. Check Events calendar for specific dates.

Certificate Program topics include:

Grant Writing
Essentials of Human Resources
Marketing
Volunteer Management (In Person and Online)

The Certificate Programs are ideal for those looking for a deeper understanding into one of the above areas. All sessions must be completed in order to receive a certificate. Program includes all materials, continental breakfast, and parking permit (*lunch provided for during the final session of 3-day programs).

Human Resources (6 sessions)
Fund Development (3 Sessions)
Grant Writing (3 Sessions)
Marketing (6 Sessions)
Volunteer Management (3 Sesstions)
Online Volunteer Management
Human Resources (6 sessions)

The Essentials of Human Resources Management Certificate Program provides the knowledge and practical skills for human resources administration and management. Rapidly changing workplace initiatives, legal landscapes and workplace culture are an integral part of the human resources function. Whether you are a full-time HR professional or someone who has a combined responsibility for human resources, the responsibilities are the same. This 6-session certificate program will focus on real-life situations that are found in organization’s today.

Pricing:
$450 Member Rate
$550 Non Member Rate

$380 Early Bird Member Rate (Up to a month in advance)

$470 Early Bird Non Member Rate (Up to a month in advance)

Fund Development (3 Sessions)

Pricing:
$450 Member Rate
$550 Non Member Rate

$380 Early Bird Member Rate (Up to a month in advance)

$470 Early Bird Non Member Rate (Up to a month in advance)

Grant Writing (3 Sessions)

Expand your knowledge and develop the skills needed to prepare a winning grant proposal. The workshop is filled with “how-to” instruction, grantwriting proposal samples, and exercises that will help you through the process. Whether you are new to grantwriting, or want to improve your skills, this workshop is for you.

Pricing:
$450 Member Rate
$550 Non Member Rate

$380 Early Bird Member Rate (Up to a month in advance)

$470 Early Bird Non Member Rate (Up to a month in advance)

Marketing (6 Sessions)

Whether you struggle with marketing your nonprofit or completely excel, you need to have a measurable marketing plan. These classes are designed to stand-alone or to work in a complete series that will have the attendees walk away with a marketing plan that they can put to use right away. Class participants will have homework each week and are expected to participate in the classroom workshops.

Pricing:
$450 Member Rate
$550 Non Member Rate

$380 Early Bird Member Rate (Up to a month in advance)

$470 Early Bird Non Member Rate (Up to a month in advance)

Volunteer Management (3 Sesstions)

The Volunteer Management Certificate Program is designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of the major components of a nonprofit Volunteer Management program. The main topics that will be addressed are: understanding volunteering, building a solid foundation, recruitment & placement, training & orientation, supervision and evaluation.

Pricing:
$450 Member Rate
$550 Non Member Rate

$380 Early Bird Member Rate (Up to a month in advance)

$470 Early Bird Non Member Rate (Up to a month in advance)

Online Volunteer Management

In partnership with Points of Light and OneOC, the Online Volunteer Management Certificate Program consists of six modules created by Points of Light, and is designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of the major components of a nonprofit Volunteer Management program.

For more information on how to register please email TNP at info@tnpsocal.org or call at (562)888-6530.

Pricing:
$375 Member Rate
$420 Non Member Rate

Long Beach Board Leadership

Program Information

The Nonprofit Partnership and Leadership Long Beach are excited to present this opportunity to bring professionals from the corporate, public, and nonprofit sectors together with the intent of building networks and developing Boards of Directors for nonprofit organizations.

Special thanks to our Event Sponsors!

L.A. County Supervisor Janice Hahn

Port of Long Beach

International City Bank

For Nonprofit Organizations

Long Beach Board Connection is an exciting opportunity for your organizational leadership (Executive Director, Board Chair, Board Member) to meet prospective board members and connect, and share the impact of your organization with community members who want to give back. All nonprofits must serve the Long Beach Community.

For Prospective Board Members

Long Beach Board Connection is an opportunity to give back your time and talents to a community based nonprofit impacting the community. Board service is an opportunity to grow professionally, broaden your network and knowledge of the issues and services in the community, and be connected. All attendees will receive information about nonprofit organizations in attendance.

Board Leardership Series
The ABC’s of Board Governance
Achieving Board Excellence
Dynamic Board Chair
Board Leardership Series

Every day, nonprofit boards are charting the future for their nonprofit organizations. They are the driving force in the governance, sustainability and the direction of the organization. Effective boards can provide a strong foundation and framework for success. Without a strong board, however, most nonprofits face unnecessary challenges and can show limited success in meeting their mission and community need. Boards need to hold themselves accountable, but without clear information, leadership and skill development, it is almost impossible to do so.

The Partnership is offering the following 3 trainings as part of the Board Leadership Series. Check our Events calendar for specific training dates.

The ABC’s of Board Governance
Achieving Board Excellence
Dynamic Board Chairs

The ABC’s of Board Governance

Offered twice per year, this half-day workshop is designed to develop and strengthen board leadership. Through applied learning, theory and best practices, participants will develop their strengths and help to shape a stronger nonprofit sector. Open to all levels of board leadership and executive directors, each organization may participate in teams with a minimum of 1 executive director and 1 board member, with up to 3 board members included in the reservation.

The ABC’s of Board Governance will be a half-day workshop designed to:

Understand and integrate board roles and responsibilities
Stages of board development
Board leadership skills
Strengthen the nonprofit sector

Achieving Board Excellence

Board performance is critical to the success of a nonprofit organization, and their ability to achieve impact. What does board excellence look like? And how can nonprofit boards become more effective? While boards and executive leadership often spend the time to ensure that they select great board members, staying current on best practices and monitoring performance comes secondary. This workshop is designed as an interactive workshop for teams of board members and the executive director/CEO.

The Achieving Board Excellence workshop is designed to:

Best Practices and resources
Board assessment and tools to monitor performance
Current and emerging trends in the nonprofit sector
Action Planning

Dynamic Board Chair

The role of a nonprofit board chair is paramount to ensuring an engaged and high-functioning board, which leads to ensuring a healthy, viable nonprofit organization. S/he should personify good governance and board leadership that shapes the culture and impact of the board. Through a specially designed program exclusively for current and incoming chairs, participants will engage in an interactive workshop lead by a content expert and program facilitator. Open to current and incoming Board Chairs only.

The Board Chair Leadership Development workshop is designed to: