Frequently Asked Questions

Core Certificate Program:

Please do not let financial constraints prevent you from applying to the Institute for Nonprofit Practice. We are committed to making our award-winning programs as accessible as possible. Thanks to the generosity of our Board of Directors and funding partners, any leader who wishes to participate in the Core Certificate Program and is accepted can do so at no cost to the leader or their organization.

However, if you or your organization is in a position to contribute financially toward the cost of participating in INP, it will allow us to continue to extend these types of opportunities to even more social sector leaders. A typical contribution is $3,500. The ability to contribute financially will in no way affect admissions decisions. If accepted into the program, you can let us know at the time of enrollment that you are open to contributing.

RISE Program:

Please do not let financial constraints prevent you from applying to the Institute for Nonprofit Practice. We are committed to making our award-winning programs as accessible as possible. Thanks to the generosity of our Board of Directors and funding partners, any leader who wishes to participate in the RISE Program and is accepted can do so at no cost to the leader or their organization.

However, if you or your organization is in a position to contribute financially toward the cost of participating in INP, it will allow us to continue to extend these types of opportunities to even more social sector leaders. A typical contribution is $1,500. The ability to contribute financially will in no way affect admissions decisions. If accepted into the program, you can let us know at the time of enrollment that you are open to contributing.

Certain INP programs are place-based in order for participants to develop strong networks with a shared understanding of local context.

INP offers programming to participants at various stages of their development. Be sure to read more about our Core Certificate Program, RISE Program, and Black Leadership Institute for further information.

If you are unsure about which program is right for you, we encourage you to reach out to our team or attend an information session.

Once you graduate from an INP program, you become part of the INP alumni network for life. Alumni can expect to receive invitations to special events, pro bono offers, webinars, and community convenings. Learn more about our alumni benefits!

There is always great interest in INP programs, and INP receives far more applications than we have space available. We continue to grow our programs to serve the demands of our communities.

Candidates can expect a response from us within approximately three weeks after an application deadline.

If you are an experienced public, private, or social sector executive and/or INP alum, and are interested in being a mentor, please reach out to us at info@nonprofitpractice.org for more information.

All RISE participants receive mentorship and support from social impact professionals as part of the program. Mentors provide career and project-specific coaching based on the individual needs and interests of the student.

Interviews for applicants to INP programs are typically held virtually. However, interviews may occur in person near the location of the place-based cohort to which you are applying.

Core Certificate Program: Interviews for our Core Certificate Program are group interviews that typically involve 6-8 other applicants. The interviews are designed to give you insight into the program experience. Interviewees should be prepared to discuss opportunities and challenges in their current work, careers, and within their organizations. Attire for interviews is business casual or whatever clothing makes you feel most confident.

RISE Program: Interviews for our RISE Program are held one-on-one with an INP staff member with the goal of learning more about you, your goals, and what you hope to gain by participating. Attire for all interviews is business casual or whatever clothing makes you feel most confident.

We discuss the schedule for announcing admissions decisions with all candidates during their interview.

Our cohorts are designed to maximize individual learning while also growing the networks of our participants. To that end, the typical cohort size ranges from 15-35 participants.

For the health and safety of students and staff, classes will be virtual for the 2023-24 class year. Select events will be held in person based on CDC recommendations and guidelines. INP will accept students by class location who work or live in proximity to those sites given that some classes will be held in person.

Some logistics may change due to considerations for COVID-19.

No. You will receive online access to all class materials needed to prepare for each class; you may print them if you wish.

We understand that students occasionally have unavoidable conflicts with class. If you miss more than three classes, you will not earn your certificate. That said, it is our goal to see you graduate and, in some cases, we can work with you to make up missed classes.

Core Certificate Program: On average, you can expect to spend 60-90 minutes weekly preparing for each class, primarily reading articles and case studies. Assignments are included in the syllabi for each session. This will be shared with you at the start of the program so you can integrate time for classwork into your schedule in advance.

RISE Program: The time commitment outside of class is approximately 5 hours a month and includes meeting with a mentor, meeting with an accountability partner, and preparing for the next session.

You can make a donation online via our secure donate now webpage.

You can make checks payable to the Institute for Nonprofit Practice. Please mail checks to:

Mailing Address:

Institute for Nonprofit Practice
980 Washington Street, Suite 115
Dedham, MA 02026

Yes! For wire transfer instructions, please contact Audrey Gillis, Chief Advancement Officer, at agillis@nonprofitpractice.org.

We can accept donations in the form of stock, government (including municipal) debt, and corporate debt through our brokerage account. To obtain transfer instructions, please contact Audrey Gillis, Chief Advancement Officer, at agillis@nonprofitpractice.org.

Please note, when your stock is transferred to our account, we do not receive any information that identifies you as the donor. After the transaction is completed, please be prepared to provide the following information 1) name of the stock, 2) number of shares, and 3) donor name(s) and address.

Thank you for considering having your gift matched! To learn if your employer matches employee contributions to charitable organizations, please check with your personnel or human resources department. If your employer does offer this benefit, request a matching gift form and follow the instructions.

Matching gift forms can be mailed to INP’s mailing address listed above, or sent via email to Audrey Gillis, Chief Advancement Officer, at agillis@nonprofitpractice.org. We will take care of the rest and inform you when your gift has been matched!

If your gift(s) were made directly to INP via check or wire transfer, please use the following information:

Business Address:

Institute for Nonprofit Practice
1834 Centre Street, #320556
Boston, MA 02132

Tax ID:
47-1613050

If your gift(s) were made online through our donation platform, Network for Good, you may use the tax ID 68-0480736 to claim this deduction. Please refer to the automated email response message for more information.

INP is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, and your gift is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. Please hold onto the donation receipt that we send to you as it is your official record to claim this donation as a tax deduction.

Receipts for donations received by mail are typically sent within one week following the date that INP receives your gift. For online donations, a receipt is emailed to you within minutes of the successful transaction. If you did not receive a receipt for a financial gift you’ve made or would like a new copy, please contact Audrey Gillis, Chief Advancement Officer, at agillis@nonprofitpractice.org.

Certain states require written disclosures for nonprofit organizations soliciting contributions. Individual state disclosures are below.

Florida: A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE, WITHIN THE STATE, 1-800-435-7352 (800-HELP-FLA), OR VISITING www.FloridaConsumerHelp.com. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. Florida Registration #CH65612

Georgia: A full and fair description of our programs and our financial statement summary is available upon request at our office and phone number indicated above.

Maryland: For the cost of copies and postage, from the Office of the Secretary of State, State House, Annapolis, MD 21401. (410) 974-5534.

Mississippi: The official registration and financial information of Institute for Nonprofit Practice Inc. may be obtained from the Mississippi Secretary of State’s office by calling 1-888-236-6167. Registration by the Secretary of State does not imply endorsement.

Nevada: Contributions may be tax deductible pursuant to the provisions of sec. 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, 26 U.S.C. §170(c).

New Jersey: INFORMATION FILED WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL CONCERNING THIS CHARITABLE SOLICITATION AND THE PERCENTAGE OF CONTRIBUTIONS RECEIVED BY THE CHARITY DURING THE LAST REPORTING PERIOD THAT WERE DEDICATED TO THE CHARITABLE PURPOSE MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY BY CALLING (973) 504-6215 AND IS AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET AT www.state.nj.us/lps/ca/charfrm.htm. REGISTRATION WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT.

New York: Upon request, from the Attorney General’s Charities Bureau, 28 Liberty Street, New York, NY 10005, 1-212-416-8686 or www.charitiesnys.com.

Pennsylvania: The official registration and financial information of Institute for Nonprofit Practice Inc. may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.

Washington: From the Secretary of State at 1-800-332-4483 or www.sos.wa.gov/charities/

West Virginia: West Virginia residents may obtain a summary of the registration and financial documents from the Secretary of State, State Capitol, Charleston, WV 25305.

Wisconsin: A financial statement of the charitable organization disclosing assets, liabilities, fund balances, revenue and expenses for the preceding fiscal year will be provided to any person upon request.

REGISTRATION WITH A STATE AGENCY DOES NOT CONSTITUTE OR IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION BY THAT STATE.

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