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Nonprofit Leadership: Lead with Confidence and Intention

Step back from daily demands to reflect on your leadership identity. Strengthen emotional intelligence, leadership presence, and values-based decision-making while building a practical plan for continued growth.

Series
Nonprofit Leadership Certificate Series
Next Session
Oct. 15, 2026 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Later Date
April 14, 2027 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Reflect, Refine, and Grow as a Nonprofit Leader

Nonprofit leadership requires more than technical skill—it calls for self-awareness, adaptability, and the ability to inspire others in complex and often resource-constrained environments. This workshop creates space for leaders to step back from daily demands and reflect on who they are as leaders, what their organizations need from them now, and how they can continue to grow. Participants will explore leadership presence, emotional intelligence, and values-driven decision-making while creating a clear and actionable plan for their continued development. 

Objectives:

  • Increase self-awareness of their leadership style, strengths, and impact on others
  • Identify the leadership qualities most critical for success in nonprofit environments
  • Explore how emotional intelligence and communication shape organizational culture
  • Recognize growth areas and define specific leadership development priorities
  • Strengthen their ability to lead with authenticity, clarity, and adaptability
  • Create a personalized roadmap for continued leadership growth
Earn a Digital Badge

You will receive a digital badge upon the successful completion of this program. Earn a badge for each core course in this series. Complete all six courses within two years, and you will be awarded the Nonprofit Leadership Certificate Completion Badge. This badge will showcase your advanced expertise in nonprofit leadership. 

Scholarship Information

Thanks to the generous support of the Pablo Foundation,  the Eau Claire Community Foundation , and Royal Credit Union, we are pleased to offer a limited number of scholarships for this series. These scholarships are designed to provide financial assistance to eligible participants.  

Visit our scholarship page for more information.

 

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Who should attend

Current and aspiring nonprofit leaders, executive directors, and nonprofit board members.

Instructors

  • Headshot of instructor Ann Kaiser

    Ann Kaiser has over 25 years of experience in the nonprofit sector. She has held various leadership roles, including Executive Director of Family Resource Center for Eau Claire County, Foundation Director for Sacred Heart Hospital, and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Greater Chippewa Valley. Ann has worked with organizations across the Midwest, and is committed to equipping leaders with the tools they need for success.

Policies and fine print

CEU Information

Participants will earn 0.6 Continuing Education Units ( 6 Contact Hours) upon completion of this program.

Disability Accommodations

UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education encourages individuals with disabilities or other special needs to participate in our programs whenever possible. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please notify us at least two weeks in advance of the program so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Contact Continuing Education at 715-836-3636 / toll-free 866-893-2423, or use the Wisconsin Relay System (711). All requests are kept confidential.

An EEO/Affirmative Action employer, University of Wisconsin provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX and ADA requirements.

Cancellation Policy

We understand life happens. Should you need to cancel your registration, you may substitute someone to take your place, at any time, at no cost to you. If we cancel a program, we’ll give you your money back.

If your program is 14 or more days away:
You may transfer once to any currently available program – no charge!
If you have to cancel, you will receive a refund, minus a 20% administrative fee.

If your program is less than 14 days away:
You may transfer once to any currently available program, plus a 20% transfer fee.
If you cancel, you will not receive a refund.

If you are registered and do not attend the program, you are responsible for the full fee.

Substitution, refund or transfer requests must be submitted via email or phone call to UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education.

Registration

Select a program date. Details may vary.

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Details

Delivery format:
Online

Final registration deadline:

Additional Information

This class meets online on Thursday, October 15, 2026.

Fee

Standard fee:
$199.00

Fee includes online instruction and materials.

Discounts

NPSERIES

Register for all six core courses in the Nonprofit Leadership Certificate Series and receive a $250 discount by entering promo code NPSERIES at checkout. Can not be combined with any other discounts or promo codes.

Registration for this program is not currently open. Registration will open on October 16, 2026.

Details

Delivery format:
Online

Additional Information

This class meets online on Wednesday, April 14, 2027.

Fee

Standard fee:
$199.00

Fee includes online instruction and materials.

Discounts

NPSERIES

Register for all six core courses in the Nonprofit Leadership Certificate Series and receive a $250 discount by entering promo code NPSERIES at checkout. Can not be combined with any other discounts or promo codes.