Empowering Good is a cohort-style program that combines online self-paced modules, in-person workshops, live virtual sessions and the support of a qualified, experienced coach to help your nonprofit reach new heights.

Watch this video to get a preview the Empowering Good experience!

We are currently recruiting for our FINAL cohort (May 8 – October 9, 2025).

DEADLINE TO APPLY IS APRIL 4, 2025 AT 11;59 PM

Scroll down to learn more about the flow of the program and all of the cohort meeting dates.

Cohort Learning Journey

Live Kickoff

Meet your cohort and coach and take a look at your nonprofit’s mission and program alignment.

May 8, 2025 9am – 12pm

MODULE 1

Impact Measurement

Ensure that your core impact measurements are well defined and develop plans to track and communicate that impact.

Live Zoom Session

May 29, 2025 10am – 11am

MODULE 2

Financial Management

Understand how key nonprofit finance tools, reports, and oversight can support your organization’s long-term stability.

Live Zoom Sessions

June 12 & June 26, 2025 10am – 11am

MODULE 3

Risk
Awareness

Discover the specific risk points for your organization and design strategies to ensure success, whatever the future may bring.

Live Zoom Session

July 17, 2025 10am – 11am

MODULE 4

Telling
Your Story

Develop the compelling story of your organization’s impact and learn to share it in ways that leave a lasting impression for all stakeholders.

Live Zoom Session

August 14, 2025 10am – 11am

MODULE 5

Fundraising

Learn a proven fundraising model centered around clear expressions of impact that build new champions for your cause and diversify your funding streams.

In-Person Workshop

August 21, 2025 8:30am – 12pm

Live Zoom Session

September 11, 2025 10am – 11am

Your S.N.A.P.

(Sustainable Nonprofit Action Plan)

Set key strategic goals to lead your organization into a brighter, more sustainable future

End of Cohort Celebration Luncheon

October 9, 2025 11:30am – 1pm

You are invited to apply to Empowering Good.

Through this training partnership with Orange County Government, participating organizations will engage with the Edyth Bush Institute to grow your nonprofit’s capacity and increase your sustainability for years to come. 

Applications for Cohort 6 will be accepted through April 4, 2025 at 11:59 pm or until the cohort is full.