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Emerging Nonprofit Leaders Program
The Emerging Nonprofit Leaders Program (ENLP) is a dynamic, nine-month leadership program for the next generation of nonprofit leaders in the Greater Richmond region. For over 15 years, ENLP has been creating space for area leaders to invest in themselves, uncovering potential, building community and strengthening the nonprofit sector.
Program Format
Learning Sessions
Learning sessions cover variety of leadership and nonprofit topics. The day-long sessions are facilitated by trusted, local consultants and leaders in the sector. Past topics include:
- Healing Informed Leadership
- Effective Feedback and Coaching
- Managing Conflict
- Leadership Longevity
- Social Innovation
Coaching Sessions
Each participant is matched with a professional coach and receives five 1-hour coaching sessions.
Important Details
- Participants must be currently employed, full-time, by a nonprofit in metro Richmond or Tri-Cities
- One applicant per organization, organization must choose candidate.
Program tuition for the 2026 - 2027 program was $1800. Scholarships are available.
Program consideration requires an application which includes the submission of a:
- Personal statement
- Resume
- Online nomination from CEO/ED
Applications will open June 10th, 2027.
To apply, please register for the portal.
2026 - 2027 Program Dates
Participants are expected to attend all program sessions below.
- October 8th and 9th
- November 5th and 6th
- January 13th
- February 10th
- March 17th
- April 14th
- May 12th
- Graduation on June 9th
