When nonprofit leaders are equipped and confident, Idaho communities thrive. That's why we offer training built to strengthen your skills, support your team, and sustain your impact. Our programs connect you with trusted resources and a statewide network of peers, helping you stay centered on the people you serve.
From beginner to advanced, our training program delivers a variety of courses tailored to your needs. Each training is built on best practices that empower nonprofits.
Members of the Nonprofit Center will always receive discounts on training. Our goal is to keep professional development as accessible as possible so you can make a bigger impact on your community.
Every August, nonprofit leaders from across Idaho gather in Boise for two days of connection, learning, and inspiration. The event features powerful keynotes, expert panels, and interactive workshops designed to strengthen your team and your mission. Attendees also enjoy guided networking, a happy hour celebration, exhibitor booths, full lunches, and a few fun surprises along the way.
Every March, ICF hits the road to bring nonprofit leaders the training they ask for most: leadership development and fundraising. Over two days in each region, participants gather to learn, connect, and build critical skills through in‑depth workshops and conversations that spark collaboration across Idaho's nonprofit community.
Every May, this cohort program kicks off with a three‑night cozy retreat surrounded by nature (exact location varies). It is designed for Executive Directors and CEOs to learn crucial leadership concepts unique to running a nonprofit organization. Participants also receive ongoing, one‑on‑one coaching for the remainder of the year.
Every July, we launch this immersive leadership cohort in‑person (exact location varies) for rising nonprofit managers from diverse Idaho organizations. Designed for leaders with under five years of experience, the program is packed with collaborative learning, peer connection, and opportunities to strengthen your leadership toolkit.
Starting in February, this annual training equips small to mid‑sized nonprofits with the tools to build a thriving fundraising program. Participants will walk away with a completed case statement, a major gift action plan, board buy‑in, and tailored coaching to support implementation.
From mastering donor engagement techniques to understanding effective annual planning, Fundraising 101 equips your organization with practical tools and dynamic insights to gain traction in the nuanced world of fundraising. This three‑part series breaks down the fundraising process and guides your strategy to success.
Nonprofits often do not have a full‑time, dedicated person for marketing and communications. This training will help teach staff who juggle marketing alongside many other responsibilities. Participants learn how to set goals, write compelling messages, use visuals, and repurpose content across platforms for maximum impact.
Advocacy is one of the most powerful tools nonprofits have to create lasting change. This webinar covers simple, practical ways to engage in policy work and offers quick strategies for activating your board and supporters so they can confidently champion your mission.
Money is the fuel that drives your organization forward. Through hands‑on practice with financial statements, budgeting basics, cash flow, and internal controls, participants gain the skills needed to confidently guide their organization's financial health.
Curious about what board members should be doing? This three‑part series untangles the roles of the Executive Director, staff, board, officers, and committees, and shows how clear responsibilities build stronger, healthier organizations.
New to budgeting at your nonprofit? These short, free videos showcase the basics of finance and will help kickstart your new journey.