As a result of the significant relationships we have developed with local businesses, human service professionals and community members, the Monadnock United Way is uniquely positioned to provide training and management assistance programs.

Monadnock United Way provides fundraising trainings unique to our campaign, intensive leadership training for Loaned Employees and workshops to area non-profits that help provide them with additional skill building opportunities. Monadnock United Way is available to Partner Agencies as a resource for management issues, the primary queries regarding board development, collaboration, reorganization and fundraising.  We also offer employers specialized training on Community Resources available to help their employees.

Workshops for Non-profit Advancement

Each year we provide a training series known as Brown Bag Workshops. Topics include such things as: Developing a Media Plan, Board Recruitment, Leadership Training, Policies and Procedures, Board – Staff Relations, Strategic Planning, Designing Surveys, Event Planning. Instructors are local professionals who volunteer their time and expertise to help local non-profits improve their skills. These workshops are offered at no charge to local non-profits. A minimal fee may be charged to other organizations.  Click here for further information.

Perspectives, advice on Building Better Non-profit Boards

The Monadnock United Way offers a recurring feature in the Access newsletter which focuses on nonprofit Board membership responsibilities. Perspectives is intended to serve several purposes: to act as a vehicle for on-going communication for agency boards and staff; providing “board tips” on how to be a good board member, and information on the life cycles of nonprofits, micromanaging and macro governing, technology, board selection, and organization. Click here for further information.

Leadership Training for Loaned Employees

This program develops skills of employees from local businesses who have been loaned to the Monadnock United Way to assist with the annual campaign. The program enhances leadership skills, strengthens management skills, offers public speaking training, and provides team building, project management and analytical skills. Click here for more information and schedule.

Fundraising Workshops for Monadnock United Way Volunteers

The Monadnock United Way provides fundraising training unique to our own campaign. We provide MUW volunteers with hands-on techniques to help them successfully carry out their specific campaign assignment, and well as skills that can translate into their everyday lives. Click here for this year’s schedule.

Community Resource Agent Training

Community Resource Agent training, part of the Monadnock United Way At Work program, is designed to help local employers provide their employees with assistance in obtaining help from locate human services as they may need them. It provides training to a designated employee who will learn about available regional human services - and the communication skills useful in working with people under stress.