Nonprofit Management Certification Offered Locally
The Dan River Nonprofit Network is also offering a Duke Fundamentals of Grant Writing (Level 1) course
The Dan River Nonprofit Network is accepting applications for this year’s Duke Nonprofit Management Program, with a maximum of 20 participants. This program is ideal for nonprofit professionals, board members, volunteers, faith-based leaders, or individuals transitioning from the private sector.
Eligibility & Commitment
- Applicants should live in and/or support nonprofit work in The Dan River Nonprofit Network service area which includes Danville City, Pittsylvania County, Caswell County, Martinsville City and Henry County.
- Must commit to attending all eight (8) sessions.
- Applications close March 3rd, with notifications of acceptance and invoices will be sent by March 10th.
Topics covered
- Board Development/Governance
- Financial Management
- HR (Employment Law)
- HR (Teamwork)
- Planning and Evaluation
- Volunteer Engagement
- Community Engagement and Collaboration
- Succession Planning; Nonprofit Compliance
Course Schedule
All classes will be held on Tuesdays from 9 AM - 4 PM. See specific dates below:
- March 24, 2026
- March 31, 2026
- April 14, 2026
- April 21, 2026
- April 28, 2026
- May 5, 2026
- May 12, 2026
- May 19, 2026
Class locations TBD. Most will be held in-person, but there may be occasional virtual sessions. Classes will be hosted in rotating locations across our service area to increase accessibility and share travel across the region. Specific venues and addresses will be shared with accepted participants in advance of the first session. Light breakfast items, lunch, and snacks provided for in-person sessions.
Cost & Financial Assistance
- $150 for Dan River Nonprofit Network members | $400 for non-members (regular cost: $2,250; offset by grant funding).
- Need assistance? Fee waivers may be available—contact Kirsten Aherron at kirsten@danrivernonprofits.org or 434-285-2100 ext. 703.
- Unsure about your membership status? Contact Kellie Wyatt at kellie@danrivernonprofits.org or 434-285-2100 ext. 702.
- Not a member? Learn more and join at: https://danrivernonprofits.org/join/
Apply by March 5th, 2026. Acceptance to the program will be confirmed by March 10th.
Fundamentals of Grant Writing
The Dan River Nonprofit Network is also offering a Duke Fundamentals of Grant Writing (Level 1) course on February 18th. Learn more about that HERE. Registration for that course closes February 10th.
