South Suburban Cook County Nonprofit Capacity‑Building Cohort (In-Person)
June 22 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Nonprofits are at the heart of our communities—and when they have strong systems, engaged boards, and clear strategies, they’re better positioned to thrive. Forefront invites you to join our South Suburban Cook County Nonprofit Capacity‑Building Cohort, a supportive six‑week learning experience designed to help your organization strengthen its foundation and expand its impact.
Through interactive workshops and practical, hands‑on tools, participants will build skills in board leadership, financial resilience, fundraising strategy, and program evaluation. By the end of the cohort, each organization will leave with a clear, actionable plan to guide its next phase of growth.
Participating organizations will also receive access to Forefront Memberships (a $250+ value), with the option to add Impact Capacity Assessments (a $300 value) for those seeking deeper support and strategy development centered on empowering staff.
If your organization is ready to strengthen its foundation and deepen its impact, this cohort is for you. A brief application is required—get started HERE. Applications are open now and close at midnight on June 1, 2026.
We are grateful to IFF, a nonprofit lender and real estate consultant, for their partnership and sponsorship in making this program possible.
Apply Today to Join the Cohort – application estimated to take 10 minutes or less!
Dates: June 22-July 27, 2026 / Each Monday (June 22, 29 & July 6, 13, 20,and 27)
Time: 2pm-5pm
Location: The Center for Performing Arts, Governors State University, 1 University Parkway, University Park, IL 60484
Cost: None
Open to members and not-yet members