Leadership Toledo

Does your organization have a project that could benefit from the passion and talents of a dedicated volunteer team? Leadership Toledo is seeking Community Impact Project proposals from nonprofit and civic organizations for our Signature Program participants. This unique opportunity allows our class members to expand their knowledge of local organizations while honing their leadership skills. By submitting a proposal, your organization could gain the support of a small group of motivated volunteers dedicated to making a lasting impact. Not sure if your project qualifies? We're here to help! Reach out to us with your ideas—we’re excited to collaborate with you and support your mission. Applications due October 1. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3AFxm2h

YIPEE raised more than $400 in donations thanks to the generous folks who rolled through yesterday's car wash 🧽🫧 Round of applause for the students because they organized this event, start to finish 👏 And an extra big thank you to Springfield High School for providing the perfect car wash location!

The 20th annual Community Breakfast Fundraiser presented by KeyBank celebrates the power of community and the impact of collective action. Join us on October 10 to discover your role in making positive change and take steps toward creating a stronger, more supportive community. Your generosity enables a wide variety of powerful leadership development opportunities for high school students and adults throughout our region. There is no cost to attend and a light breakfast is included. Register: https://lnkd.in/dgGwiqf

Welcome YIPEE 2024-2025!! We are so excited to embark on a fantastic year of philanthropic impact together 🌟 Thanks to our friends at First Tee - Lake Erie for allowing us to utilize their building for the day. Community partnerships allow our programs to continue to grow and thrive!🤝

See you next week at our first ever Open House! 📅 Thursday, August 22 ⏰ 4:30 - 6:30 pm 📍 604 Market Street (down the block from Toledo Farmers' Market) 🍴 Light refreshments will be provided

This morning's Board Member Accelerator Workshop courtesy of Aly Sterling Philanthropy provided a great opportunity to learn how to serve on nonprofit boards thoughtfully and effectively 🤝 Thanks to all who attended and extra special thanks to LT alum Emily Croak for facilitating!

Leadership Toledo is now accepting applications for the 2025 Spark cohort! This six month program guides participants through a hands-on philanthropic learning experience and empowers informed, values-based charitable giving. Individuals will learn about the complexities of a grant cycle, examine needs faced by our community, and support local organizations addressing those needs. What makes Spark unique is that 100% of the cohort members’ tuition fees will be pooled together to go back into the community to the charities of the group’s choice. In its first two years, program participants granted over $25,000 to six local nonprofits addressing initiatives to improve the lives of people throughout our city. You can join the next group of changemakers! Learn more and apply at leadershiptoledo.org/spark

We had a fantastic alumni turnout at Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity's Rock the Block this weekend! Thanks to everyone who rolled up their sleeves to beautify Navarre Park and the surrounding area 🌳🧰💪

We are pleased to share that the members of Spark have granted $13,200 to three outstanding organizations that are dedicated to improving the lives of individuals throughout the Toledo region. Congratulations Traumatic Brain Injury Resource Center, Diabetes Youth Services, and Boys & Girls Clubs of Toledo! Extra special thanks to Junior League Of Toledo for providing additional funds towards the cohort's grant-making efforts. More information about joining Spark 2025 is coming soon. Stay tuned!

Time is running out to register for the Board Member Accelerator Workshop with Aly Sterling Philanthropy! This hands-on workshop, facilitated by Emily Croak, Vice President at Aly Sterling Philanthropy and a proud 2x Leadership Toledo alum, will empower you to successfully govern nonprofit organizations. What you'll learn: ✅ The board member’s purpose, roles, and responsibilities, including fiduciary and legal aspects. ✅ Signs of a healthy board and organization, plus solutions to common challenges. ✅ Governance best practices. ✅ How to align your interests and skills with the right nonprofit. When: Wednesday, August 14 Where: Glass City Enrichment Center Cost: $79 (includes lunch and all materials) Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your leadership journey! Register now and build your community impact toolkit with us: https://bit.ly/4bRcaEh