ENGAGE the people and organizations that want to make a difference through a variety of programs and volunteer opportunities.

GetConnected Volunteer Portal online volunteer matching portal that connects volunteers with service opportunities and helps nonprofits recruit volunteers.

Group/Employee Service Opportunities high-impact, short-term volunteer opportunities organized and managed for groups and businesses.

The Nonprofit Connection monthly newsletter featuring HandsOn NWNC programs, news, and regional opportunities for our nonprofit network.

Nonprofit Policy Conversations annual meeting offering legislative updates and opportunities for nonprofits to engage with local elected officials. Co-hosted with the NC Center for Nonprofits and Guilford Nonprofit Consortium.

Sterling Volunteers background screening platform designed for nonprofits, making volunteer screening faster, easier, and more affordable for nonprofits and volunteers. 

EQUIP our community to meet the challenges it faces by providing nonprofits with the resources they need to effectively, impactfully, and sustainably achieve their missions. 

Governance & Management

Nonprofit Essentials ten-class series that strengthens skills in nonprofit governance and operations, with advanced classes available on certain topics.

One-Day Sessions focus on current and emerging topics. These sessions will be posted under Upcoming Events. 

One Sector One Voice Triad coalition that builds nonprofit advocacy so organizations can engage in decision-making collectively with one voice

Organizational Assessment assesses organizational strengths and challenges in key management and governance areas to create a focused plan that addresses priority issues.

Service Enterprise national accreditation program that helps nonprofits build volunteer capacity and infrastructure through assessment, training, peer learning, and coaching.

Volunteer Engagement Training Program six half-day modules that provide a comprehensive understanding of the components of volunteer engagement.

Women’s Emerging Leaders five-month leadership program for mid-level women professionals and new executive directors featuring training, peer learning, and coaching.

Board Training

HandsOn Board Basics and Leadership Development half-day classes that strengthen board member skills and effectiveness.

Scholarships

Chuck Kraft Scholarship full scholarship awarded annually to a staff or board member of a child- or youth-centered nonprofit to attend the Nonprofit Essentials, Women’s Emerging Leaders, or Volunteer Engagement Training Programs.

Other

Consultant/Vendor Partners connect with experienced consultants and vendors who specialize in serving nonprofits.

Individual Consultations HandsOn staff will guide individuals exploring nonprofit startup or seeking other assistance.

INSPIRE our community by unlocking the potential of our neighbors and local organizations and celebrating the role that nonprofits and volunteers play in making our community a better place to live, work, and serve.

Daily Point of Light Award national award for exceptional volunteers who “spark change and improve the world.”

Forsyth County Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards spring event honoring and celebrating the work of outstanding volunteers in Forsyth County.

President’s Volunteer Service Awards recognizes volunteers who have achieved a specific number of service hours over 12 months or cumulative hours over a lifetime.