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Be unstoppable at the Keystone Nonprofit Conference

Join us on October 28 & 29, 2025, in Erie, PA for practical sessions, dynamic keynotes, and meaningful networking. Whether you're focused on fundraising, governance, communications, or leadership, you'll leave with fresh ideas and renewed energy to drive your mission forward. Click here to more and register, nonprofit superhero.

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Apply to Join a 501(c)(3) Community!

Cohorts

Join A Cohort Community

The Nonprofit Partnership is accepting applications for the 2025 501(c)(3) Community program for leaders!

Nonprofit Executive Directors and Chief Executive Officers - this one is for you. Apply by Friday, January 10, 2025.

Cohort sessions will take place in-person at The Nonprofit Partnership - 609 Walnut St., Erie, PA 16502.

The Leader Cohort schedule is as follows:

  1. Tuesday, February 11 - 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
  2. Tuesday, March 11 - 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
  3. Tuesday, April 15 - 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
  4. Tuesday, May 13 - 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
  5. Tuesday, June 17 - 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
  6. Tuesday, July 15 - 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
  7. Tuesday, August 19 - 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
  8. Tuesday, September 16 - 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

The cost to participate is $450.00 and includes 32 hours of connection, learning, and growth. Additionally, the cohort cost covers food and beverage, materials, associated fees and more. Upon acceptance, cohort members will be invoiced. 

Before applying, please be prepared to agree to the following:

  • I understand that attendance at all 8 cohort sessions is required. Missing 2 or more sessions will result in exclusion from the group without a refund.
  • I agree to participate in a tech-free environment and remain fully present during cohort meetings.
  • I am associated with a nonprofit organization in good standing with The Nonprofit Partnership.
  • My professional role is appropriate for the cohort I am applying to.
  • I agree to complete a pre-cohort survey to help tailor the program to my needs.
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The Nonprofit Partnership's offices at The Susan Hirt Hagen Center for Transformational Philanthropy are open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM.

Phone 814.240.2490
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