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Project Blueprint

Project Blueprint: Strengthening Nonprofit Leadership

Launched in 2022, Project Blueprint is a transformative training program designed to diversify and strengthen nonprofit board leadership.  

The program provides training for organizations, helping nonprofits build more inclusive, culturally competent, and welcoming boards by equipping them with tools to improve their governance, strengthen their function, and recruit and retain diverse board members. 

“Project Blueprint has helped me become a more effective board member and better serve our community.” – Program Participant

Apply for Project Blueprint 

To apply, each organization must include participation from both an executive board leader and an executive staff leader. Selection will be based on: 

  • Motivation for applying 
  • Commitment to the Lancaster County community 
  • Contribution to the strength and diversity of the cohort 

Applications for our next cohort are open now through Friday, September 19. 

To apply please visit: https://forms.microsoft.com/r/wuwG6MYCL6 

Join us in building stronger, more inclusive nonprofit leadership. 


Project Blueprint Schedule:

Introduction: Communication & Inclusive Leadership 

Friday, October 3 

Conflict Resolution 

Friday, October 10 

Intergroup Dialogue 

Friday, October 17 

Inclusive Board Governance 

Friday, October 31 

Intercultural Development 

Friday, November 7 

Action Plan Presentations

Friday, November 14 


Learn More About Project Blueprint:

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Director of PA 211 East