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- Revisiting & Revising Your Nonprofit Bylaws in 2025
February 25, 2025Bylaws serve as the governance framework for your nonprofit, guiding operations and decisionmaking. While they are not mandated under California corporate law, they are crucial for proper nonprofit function and IRS tax-exemption considerations. However, many nonprofits neglect their bylaws, leading to governance challenges.
- Community Spotlight: Dan Parziale & Mesa Farm
January 6, 2025In this interview with Dan Parziale, Executive Director of Mesa Farm, we learn about his professional journey that led him to work towards ending homelessness among young adults in Ventura County. Learn more about Dan, the work of Mesa Farm in Ojai, and how the Center for Nonprofit Leadership has played an integral role in his professional development and developing his leadership skills.
- Community Spotlight: Esther Anaya & The Arc of Ventura County
November 4, 2024 - Community Spotlight: Forrest Leichtberg & The Freedom To Choose Project
September 30, 2024 - Community Spotlight: Meet Sierra Doehr & Saticoy Food Hub
January 31, 2024 - Community Spotlight: Annika Sumby & The Samaritan Center of Simi Valley
October 31, 2023 - Community Spotlight: Meet Christine Cardona-Threadgill & Friends of Fieldworkers
September 22, 2023 - Community Spotlight: Meet Megan Raff & Santa Barbara County Food Action Network
August 30, 2023 - Community Spotlight: Meet Pamme Mickelson, Susan Weber and equi-centered
July 25, 2023 - Community Spotlight: Meet Anne Burdette and the Santa Barbara Urban Creeks Council
June 27, 2023 - Community Spotlight: Meet Stephen Watson and The Ventura Regional Fire Safe Council
May 30, 2023 - Grace Perez - A Moment of Reflection with the CNL
May 2, 2023 - Nate Swanson - A Moment of Reflection with the CNL
May 2, 2023 - Elena Brokaw - The CNL is one of the champions for our sector.
April 11, 2023 - Niki Richardson - The caliber of educational opportunities is exceptional.
April 11, 2023 - Molly Corbett - The CNL is a hub for nonprofits.
April 11, 2023 - Michael Shanklin - The CNL enables us to reach further into the community.
April 11, 2023 - Gerry Pantoja - A valuable resource for those looking to make a difference.
April 11, 2023 - Erika Lindemann - A resource where nonprofit leaders get skills and support systems.
April 11, 2023 - Lana Clark - Prepared our board to excel.
April 11, 2023 - Kevin Brannon - The CNL is always there to help.
April 11, 2023 - Hannah Quiroz – Helping emerging leaders grow into their roles.
April 10, 2023 - Angela Mumme – The CNL gives tools needed for success.
April 10, 2023 - Pam Small – A gift to one is a gift to all.
April 10, 2023 - Marni Brook – The CNL’s love for community makes it an invaluable resource.
April 10, 2023 - Morgan Foster – A community you can’t find anywhere else.
April 10, 2023 - Caryn Bosson – Leaders doing the most important work of our time.
April 10, 2023 - Mary Kerrigan – Bringing innovative, inspiring and practical information and support.
April 10, 2023 - Lauren Arzu – The CNL helps nonprofits thrive.
April 10, 2023 - Kate McLean – Strengthen every single nonprofit in our region.
April 10, 2023 - Tina Knight – The CNL is a beacon of hope, helping nonprofits navigate change.
April 10, 2023 - Dan Stefureak - An indispensable organization for our community.
April 10, 2023 - Becca Merrell – Excellent training accessible to everyone.
April 10, 2023 - Stacy Swanson – Better, stronger and more effective leaders.
April 10, 2023 - Katie Deutschman – We all benefit from the Center for Nonprofit Leadership.
April 10, 2023 - Fred Bauermeister – Affordable, accessible training and knowledge.
April 10, 2023 - Lena Morán-Acereto – Creating a more diverse, inclusive and equitable nonprofit sector.
April 10, 2023 - Gloria Miele – Great leaders are lifelong learners.
April 10, 2023 - Stephanie Dufner – Build connections and stay current with best practices.
April 10, 2023 - Nate Swanson – A strong path and a wealth of knowledge and opportunities.
April 10, 2023 - Sue Chadwick – Best training for new and existing board members.
April 10, 2023 - Veronica Guerrero – Transforming the communities where we live and work.
April 10, 2023 - Linda Braunschweiger – Top-notch training.
April 10, 2023 - Jorge Arellano – Investing in the CNL is investing in our community.
April 10, 2023 - Melissa Baffa – So embedded and so crucial to the nonprofit ecosystem.
April 10, 2023 - Colleen Cason – Survival skills to sustain your work.
April 10, 2023 - Peggy White – The Center for Nonprofit Leadership is an incredible learning and growth resource.
April 10, 2023 - Kim Maxwell – Investing in the health of the nonprofit sector.
April 10, 2023 - Grace Perez – A commitment to excellence.
April 10, 2023 - Roberto Martinez – The Center for Nonprofit Leadership gives our sector a strong, united voice.
April 10, 2023 - Eloise Cohen – Organizations achieving their missions for the benefit of all.
April 10, 2023 - Katie Deutschman: We all benefit from the Center for Nonprofit Leadership
April 10, 2023 - Anne Paul King: The CNL is my leadership life-line
April 10, 2023 - Eric Knight: A place where huge hearts come together to learn
April 10, 2023 - Martita Martinez-Bravo: CNL workshops make all the difference
April 10, 2023 - Dena Jenson: It’s hard to find a more effective investment
April 10, 2023 - Angela Landers: The CNL changes perspectives
April 10, 2023 - Community Spotlight: Meet Peggy White and OMG Women Outreaching Women (OMG W.O.W)
February 3, 2023Hear from Founder and CEO Peggy White as she shares about her life, her work, and her goals for her organization, OMG Women Outreaching Women (OMG W.O.W).
- Meet Organizational Member: The Housing Trust Fund Ventura County
August 29, 2019Learn from CEO, Linda Bruanschweiger about their new name, how they support afforable housing in the county and their new $10 million matching grant opportunity!
- Fundraising in Response to a Community Crisis
August 23, 2019 - Center for Nonprofit Leadership releases findings of nonprofit board research at ‘Celebration of the Sector’
August 23, 2019 - Meet Organizational Member: Kids & Families Together
July 18, 2019Next year, Kids & Families Together will be celebrating 20 years of strengthening relationships and providing safe, supportive help and education that keeps families emotionally connected to one another.
- Meet Organizational Member: TOARTS
June 19, 2019 - Meet Faculty Member, John Jell
May 6, 2019Meet CNL faculty member, John Jell, president of Jell Training & Consulting, who will be our June Nonprofit Leadership Council speaker. Learn more about John's background, teaching style and why he cares deeply about the nonprofit community.
- Meet Donor, Kari Coady
March 27, 2019Meet donor, Kari Coady, CEO and Executive Director of Breakthroughs International.
- Meet Faculty Member, Anne Freiermuth
February 28, 2019Meet CNL faculty member, Anne Freiermuth, CPA is a Principal at Mission Math and has over 15 years of experience working with nonprofit organizations in the areas of accounting, audit preparation, human resource management, board presentations, and governance policy development, working with over 40 nonprofit organizations.
- Faculty Spotlight: Katie Deutschman
February 5, 2019 - Meet Faculty Member, Caryn Bosson
January 2, 2019Meet CNL faculty member, Caryn Bosson, principal of Caryn Bosson Consulting, who supports individuals, teams and organizations to achieve their greatest impact with skills gained from three decades of successful nonprofit management.
- Community Update: Ways to give, be of service and be part of the solution.
November 12, 2018 - Meet Organizational Member: Casa Pacifica
November 1, 2018 - Meet Organizational Member: El Centrito Family Learning Centers
October 5, 2018 - Meet Organizational Member: Ventura College Foundation
August 29, 2018 - Meet Organizational Member: Fit 4 the Cause
August 1, 2018 - Meet Organizational Member: The Townies
July 5, 2018 - Meet Faculty Member, Patricia Schwartz
June 1, 2018Meet CNL faculty member, Patricia Schwartz, Principal at Schwartz Associates. Patricia has been on faculty with the Center over the past 12 years, has been a trainer and teacher for leaders like you for 30+ years, and an executive coach for 20 years.
- Why First 5?
April 4, 2018First 5 Ventura County focuses on the First 5 Years because 90% of a child’s brain development happens before age 5. Learn what you can do to help!
- Thomas Fire Resources & Updates
January 25, 2018 - Turning Good Intentions into Effective Leadership: Upcoming Institute Teaches Nonprofit Board Members to Be Better Leaders
November 6, 2017The Center for Nonprofit Leadership at California Lutheran University has announced its 2018 Board Leadership Institute
- Meet Organizational Member, Community Conscience
August 30, 2017 - Meet Faculty Member, Roy Schneider
July 25, 2017Meet CNL faculty member, Roy Schneider, attorney at law at Shneiders & Associates, specializing in all matters relating to management and operation of nonprofits, including compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.
- Meet Faculty Member, Suzanne Elliott
June 27, 2017Meet CNL faculty member, Suzanne Elliott, principal of Envision Consulting, who specializes in strategic and operational planning, resource development, corporate/nonprofit partnerships, and marketing and communications.
- Meet Volunteer, Nancy Mayerson
April 27, 2017Nancy serves on the Center's Advisory Board, and serves on the Marketing & Outreach Committee; and serves as board chair at the Boys & Girls Club of Oxnard and Port Hueneme.
- Charitable Giving in Ventura County
March 27, 2017Over 75 people attended the March Nonprofit Leadership Council meeting and heard a sneak peek of the Ventura County Civic Alliance 2017 State of the Region Report's indicators about the nonprofit sector in Ventura County. Find additional resources here!
- Meet our Members: Kristie Akl & Meryl Chase
March 24, 2017This month meet two members Kristie Akl, board president & Meryl Chase, vice president of kidSTREAM.
- Meet Faculty Member Gloria Miele
February 24, 2017Meet CNL faculty member, Gloria Miele, president of StongerLeader.com, who serves as a leadership development and executive coach, trainer, consultant and speaker.
- In the Spirit of Authentic Collaboration
February 24, 2017The worst storm in years didn't deter over 80 nonprofit leaders and undergraduate students from Cal Lutheran, Pepperdine and Santa Barbara City College from gathering to collaborate to optimize resources, to pool our collective talent and to solve important social issues at the 9th annual Nonprofit Leadership Institute. Learn more about what was discussed!
- Meet Center Member Tina Knight
January 30, 2017The Center for Nonprofit Leadership has a network 75 nonprofit leaders throughout the region. This month meet Tina Knight, HSA Administrative Manager, Grants & Contracts/Contracts Unit, County of Ventura Human Services Agency.
- Meet Faculty Member Jon O'Brien
January 30, 2017Learn more about the Center for Nonprofit Leadership's faculty member, Jonathan O'Brien who facilitates courses in grant writing.