Leadership Acceleration Program
Frequently Asked Questions
LAP is a nine-month program designed to support nonprofit executive directors (EDs) in tackling significant opportunities or challenges within their organizations.
NPN advances Greater Boston's nonprofit community through expert-led seminars and networking forums. With over 21 years of experience providing services mainly through webinars and seminars, NPN created LAP to offer a sustained resource for executive directors (EDs). This initiative is designed to support EDs by addressing their challenges and enhancing their leadership capabilities.
The program begins in October 2025.
If selected to participate, you agree to commit to cohort activities from October 2025 through June 2026, including group meetings which will be held on the following Thursday afternoons (three in person sessions and the rest virtual):
• October 16, 2025
• November 13, 2025
• January 29, 2026
• April 16, 2026
• June 18, 2026
The program concludes in June 2026.
There is no fee for participating in the program.
Small and medium-sized nonprofits often lack professional development budgets. Executive directors (EDs) face numerous challenges similar to CEOs in for-profit organizations. The LAP program aims to bridge this gap by providing leadership development opportunities to EDs in small and medium-sized nonprofits, ensuring they have the necessary support and resources to succeed despite limited financial means.
NPN’s mission is to strengthen, enhance, and advance nonprofits in the Greater Boston area, offering dedicated support to nonprofit leaders.
Selection involves three phases:
Application review based on a specific criteria.
Evaluation of responses to ensure alignment with challenge criteria.
Interviews with Nonprofit Net's LAP committee.
A performance challenge is any significant issue within your organization that requires behavioral change and dedicated effort to resolve.
Expect one-on-one, results-oriented coaching. Coaches help craft performance challenges into goals, define success metrics, set KPIs, and develop action plans. Regular check-ins ensure accountability and progress tracking.