Georgetown University Center for Public & Nonprofit Leadership

Designed as an experiential leadership lab, the Executive Certificate in Philanthropic Leadership provides a stimulating and supportive climate for reimagining philanthropy today.

The program strengthens the leadership capacity of philanthropic practitioners working in private foundations, community foundations, corporate foundations, government agencies, donor advised funds, and philanthropy infrastructure organizations. The Certificate gives philanthropic leaders the opportunity to learn about groundbreaking strategies being used by funders large and small, local and global, and to think more broadly about the unique role philanthropy is called to play in our societies.

Learn more about the Philanthropy Certificate here and view our recent information session here.

Details on how to apply can be found here.

Philanthropic leader and recent Waldemar A. Nielsen Philanthropy Fellow, Judy Belk, shares her experience and those of other nonprofit leaders on leading when scared.

Judy asks readers to consider,“what am I scared of?,” and take steps to lead with purpose in the face of challenging circumstances. Rooted in lived experiences, Judy offers tips on overcoming your fears and embracing your courage mojo.

“Now, I look for opportunities to be bold and unafraid in big and small ways. My gut still does a flip, but I find that the more I use my courage muscle, the less scared I am.“

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Learn about the research conducted by CPNL’s graduate fellows this academic year. Research project include:

A new toolkit for rural organizers

Innovative giving models in philanthropy

Government-philanthropy partnerships at the state and local level

The impact of federal funding cuts on public and local media

Global leadership in international education policy

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The Center cultivates diverse, transformative, and justice-oriented leaders dedicated to advancing social impact across sectors.