This seven-module online course will take you through the individual parts of a nonprofit body and provide practical tips for assessing and improving how each part functions to benefit the nonprofit body as a whole.
After taking this course on nonprofit wellness, learners will be able to implement practical steps to improve organizational health so they can operate more efficiently no matter what comes their way.
Better understand the basic function of each part of the nonprofit body and how each part works together to benefit the overall body of the organization
Complete exercises to identify the historical pain points in your organization and develop a more holistic picture of your organizational health
Take the first steps toward creating an actionable and manageable plan to improve organizational health
We will begin with an overview of the entire structure of the nonprofit body before we take a look at the Heart of an organization, the mission.
The Head
Next, we will discuss how to get our Head on straight by understanding the functions of the board.
The Hands
The next section gives us the opportunity to better understand the heavy loads carried by the staff and volunteers as the Hands of an organization.
The Feet
Our constituents and supporters as the Feet of the body will be our next focus. Their existence helps create a solid foundation and move your body forward.
The Connective Tissue
In the final section, we will dig deeper into the nonprofit body as we explore how the Connective Tissue, or the culture of the organization, impacts every part of the nonprofit body.
Learn at your own pace
register now and work through the material based on your schedule
Week One | Introduction to the Body of a Nonprofit Organization
Pre-Test: Basic Functions of the 5 Nonprofit Body Parts
Introduction
Survey: State of Your Nonprofit's Health
Nonprofit Body Types
Survey: Your Nonprofit's Body Type
Nonprofit Body Parts
Proactive Nonprofit Health
Survey: Your Nonprofit Health Outlook
What to Expect
Post-Test: Basic Functions of the 5 Nonprofit Body Parts
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Week One | The Lifeblood of the Body: The Heart
Pre-Test: Impacts of the Heart
Functions of the Heart
Connection to the Body
Survey: Strength of Your Nonprofit Body's Heartbeat
Getting a Pulse on Your Organization
Establishing a Regular Heartbeat
New Heart Measures
Practical Steps for Improvement
Post-Test: Impacts of the Heart
Bonus Chat: Aligning Mission + Money
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Week Two | Creating Direction for the Body: The Head
Pre-Test: Functions of the Head
Getting Your Head on Straight
The Ears
Survey: Collecting Feedback
Reflection Question: Listening Habits
The Eyes
Reflection Question: Observation Habits
The Brain
Reflection Question: Strategic Thinking Habits
The Mouth
Reflection Question: Communication Habits
Survey: Board Headaches
Connection to the Body
Post-Test: Functions of the Head
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Week Three | Doing the Meaningful Work: The Hands
Pre-Test: Most Important Relationship
Introduction to the Hands
Two Hands, Many Functions: Staff, Part One
Survey: Executive-Board Chair Relationship
Two Hands, Many Functions: Staff, Part Two
Survey: Outsourcing
Two Hands, Many Functions: Committees
PSA for Improved Hand Health: Preparing
Survey: Onboarding + Orientation Experience
PSA for Improved Hand Health: Supporting
Survey: Mentors
PSA for Improved Hand Health: Acknowledging
Survey: Recognition
Connecting the Hands + Feet
Post-Test: Most Important Relationship
Bonus Chat: Leveraging Technology
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Week Four | Moving Forward or Moving in Circles: The Feet
Pre-Test: Creating the Base
Introduction to the Feet
Carrying Your Body Forward
Listening to Your Feet
Survey: Constituent Feedback
Widening Your Base
Making the Connection
Post-Test: Creating the Base
Bonus Chat: Coordinating Advocacy + Fundraising
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Week Five | Keeping It All Together: The Connective Tissue
Pre-Test: Importance of Culture
Introduction to the Connective Tissue
Survey: Cultural Health Rating
Establishing Norms
Survey: Healthy + Unhealthy Norms
Connecting the Body
Protecting + Supporting the Body
Survey: Personal Support
Working Remotely + Cultivating Culture
Survey: Remote Work
Post-Test: Importance of Culture
Bonus Chat: Cultivating Culture
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Week Five | Health Plans + Maintenance
Creating Your Plan
Final Course Survey
Positive Reviews for Nonprofit Wellness
Highly Recommended!
Shelly R.
The Nonprofit Wellness course makes a somewhat dry topic very easy to understand, which is a benefit for anyone involved in nonprofit governance. The videos are easy to listen to online, the handouts are thought-provoking, and the content is presented in a way that is engaging and approachable.
Great Value!
Tim B.
Great course. It really helped to guide our organization in the strategic planning process and is of great value.
What's Included
Accessible Lessons
Over two hours of visual presentations with audio and closed-captioning
20+ Exercises
Apply each lesson to your organization with over 20 practical exercises, including a strategic planning document
Discussions Forums
Increase your understanding by interacting with other learners using discussion boards
FAQ
I'm so excited! When does the course begin?
Once you register, you will have access to all modules. I recommend working through the sections over five weeks. If you want to involve more leaders in your organization, work through the material at a pace that allows you to collect the necessary information before beginning your long-term treatment plan in the last module.
How long will I have access to the course?
As long as I'm offering the course material online, you will have access. You will even have access to new bonuses and updated course material long after you have registered in the course.
Is this course for me?
This course is geared toward new nonprofit leaders (i.e. board members, executives, committee chairs, etc.) and nonprofit leaders who are just trying to find a way to get everyone on the same page in their organization.
This is a great course for new board members who are interested in learning how their governance role impacts the overall health of the organization.
This course is not a how-to on starting a new nonprofit organization.
What if I want my board members and staff leaders to complete this course together?
Getting your leaders on the same page and speaking the same language will increase your success as an organization. Individually, they can work through the course material over a pre-determined amount of time. You can then use the results to facilitate your own strategy session.
Contact me for a special group promotion to get Nonprofit Wellness into the hands of your leaders.
I’m getting access to a wealth of information, how much is this going to set me back?
The investment in your nonprofit’s health is only $99 for access to all modules, exercises, and bonus materials. This course was originally priced much higher, but I realized that made the content out of reach for some and defeated my goal of getting this information into the hands of as many nonprofit leaders as possible. Whether you register for the course or not, you're invited to join the Leaders for Healthier Nonprofit Organizations Facebook group to connect with other nonprofit leaders!
Register now to begin taking control of your nonprofit's health
