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New Board of Directors Training Sessions

New York Council of Nonprofits, Inc. is offering several new workshops & webinars for your nonprofit board. These free workshops, held statewide and now online as well, will help you become an informed and empowered board member. The development of this important endeavor was supported by the Oishei Foundation with a three-year grant.

Click here for the newest schedule.