Community Leadership

Nonprofit Leadership Institute

Mid-State Technical College Nonprofit Leadership Institute

The Community Foundation and United Way of Portage County proudly support Mid-State Technical College’s masterclass in nonprofit leadership. The Nonprofit Leadership Institute is a series of seminars suitable for members of all levels of nonprofit organizations. Designed for staff, executives, board members of nonprofits, and community members interested in board service, this course will provide the foundations for managing and operating effective nonprofits. Topics led by subject-matter experts include organizational leadership, financial management, fundraising, and community engagement. Each class session will be enhanced with peer-facilitated discussion groups and will be an excellent networking and collaboration opportunity.

Nonprofit Leadership and Educational Fund

Scholarships to help pay for this class are available, thanks to sponsorships from the Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin and United Way of Portage County. If you live or serve in Portage or Waushara Counties, you may qualify.

This fund was created to ensure high quality and financially accessible leadership and educational experiences are available for Portage or Waushara County nonprofit organizations and residents seeking to serve on a Portage or Waushara County nonprofit organization’s board of directors.

Scholarship Eligibility

To qualify, you must fit one of the following:

  • Employed by a nonprofit organization serving Portage or Waushara County, Wisconsin
  • A current or future board member of a nonprofit organization serving Portage or Waushara County, Wisconsin.
  • A resident of Portage or Waushara County, Wisconsin, who is interested in serving on a Portage or Waushara County nonprofit organization’s board of directors. 

If you are interested in donating to the scholarship fund, please visit the Nonprofit Leadership and Educational Fund page.