Community Programs
Nonprofit Board Governance Workshops
Purposeful Nonprofit Board Recruitment
Tuesday, September 1 · 4:00 - 6:00pm
Ryan Ripperton, Ryan Ripperton Consulting
Zoom
Can My Nonprofit Engage in Advocacy?
Tuesday, November 10 · 4:00 - 6:00pm
Claire Gatañaga, Esq., Change Servant, PLC
Nonprofit Board Essentials
Thursday, October 15 · Noon - 2:30pm
Lisa Specter-Dunaway, MPA, Principle, Specter-Dunaway Consulting
Cheryl Groce-Wright, MS Ed, MBA, President & CEO, Kaleidoscope Consulting
Zoom
Nonprofit Life Cycles
Tuesday, November 18 · 4:00 - 6:00pm
Cheryl Groce-Wright, MS Ed, MBA, President & CEO, Kaleidoscope Consulting
Zoom
Board Connector
Board Connector is an annual networking event, connecting service-minded individuals with local organizations seeking new board members. This open-house gathering encourages organic, mission-driven conversations in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
Thursday, October 29, 2026
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Weinstein JCC, 5403 Monument Ave, Richmond, VA 23226
Exhibitor Registration: $50
Board Prospect Registration: $10
Leading Conversations: Best Practices in Facilitation
A three-part series in partnership with VCIC equipping community leaders to lead inclusive, effective conversations. Learn facilitation best practices and apply skills through hands-on practice. Attendance at all three sessions is required to receive a certificate of completion.
Session 1: Thursday, October 8, 2026 • 11:00 am - 5:00pm (includes lunch)
Session 2: Thursday, October 15, 2026 • 1:00 - 5:00pm
Session 3: Thursday, October 22, 2026 • 1:00 - 5:00pm
Registration: $325
Location: Richmond Memorial Health Foundation, 2235 Staples Mill Rd Suite 401, Richmond, VA 23230
Alumni Programs
LMR Corporate Partners
