Leaders on Board
Connecting nonprofit organizations with highly qualified new board members and leaders.
What is the Leaders on Board program?
Leaders On Board is making a significant impact in our communities. Throughout the region, there are hundreds of nonprofits seeking to enhance the quality of life in their communities and improve the lives of their neighbors and constituents. Their work takes tremendous dedication and effort — that’s where Leaders On Board makes a difference. By helping nonprofits find new members who bring their diverse perspectives, skills, and experiences, Leaders On Board is inspiring positive change.
Program details
Who can join
Mid-late career professionals and retirees
Schedule
Year round
Monthly orientations for individuals
What can Leaders on Board attendees expect?
Everyday hundreds of people are looking for ways to apply their values, interests, and skills in ways that serve the greater good. Leaders On Board train its participants in board governance and nonprofit organizational structure and prepares them as candidates for board membership. Express Match events connect them to a network of interesting, innovative nonprofits seeking board members. Leaders On Board has a proven track record – helping to place over 1000 individuals on the boards of more than 160 nonprofit organizations!
Who can apply?
How to join
Apply online
Nonprofit organizations and individual board-seekers are welcome to apply online.
Sign up for a Leaders on Board Orientation
Once accepted, attend an orientation session that takes place once a month.
See Orientation Events
Attend an Express Match event
Finally, attend an Express Match event where individuals and nonprofits connect with each other.
Leaders on Board impact
1,000+
individuals have been placed on 219 regional nonprofit boards since 2009
93%
of participants agree that the program provides and opportunity to connect and engage with leaders outside of their personal and professional network
60%
of recent participants have joined a nonprofit board
28%
of recent participants have joined a nonprofit committee
16%
of recent participants have are volunteering with a nonprofit in other capacities
I participated in the Leaders on Board program in 2024 and found it to be an enriching and educational experience. The program provided clear guidance on the expectations of non-profit Board members and offered valuable insights. Through the matching process, I was fortunate to join the Board of Arts for Learning, CT, a fantastic organization empowering thousands of students across Connecticut through arts-integrated learning. This opportunity has allowed me to apply my leadership skills and passion for equity to support their mission and growth. I highly recommend Leaders on Board to anyone interested in serving their community—it’s a meaningful and impactful way to get involved!
Additional services for leaders
Leaders on Board is a program created by Leadership Greater Hartford with support from the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving. To access additional services from our supporters, consider connecting with the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving and their Nonprofit Support Program.
