Be on Board (MCN Partner Event)
January 27, 2026 @ 8:00 am – January 28, 2026 @ 11:30 am CDT
306 West Superior St
Duluth, MN 55802
Fee: $90.00
Boreal Waters Community Foundation, Head of the Lakes United Way and the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits have joined together to bring the Northland a unique opportunity to learn more about nonprofit board member service. Register to be part of this exciting training program and develop your board service skill set.
We have full scholarships available for the cohort provided by the Boreal Waters Community Foundation. To take advantage of scholarship funding, please contact Jaci at [email protected]
This training will take place in two sessions in-person.
Event Schedule
Tuesday, January 27, 8 – 11:30am
Networking from 8-8:30am with a light breakfast provided followed by a nonprofit leader panel and sessions on:
- Nonprofit 101-Basic Board Member Duties
- Board Member Legal and Human Resources Duties and Responsibilities
Wednesday, January 28, 8 – 11:30am
Networking from 8-8:30am with a light breakfast provided followed by a nonprofit leader panel and sessions on:
- Nonprofit Board Inclusion – DEI Success Strategies
- Financial Information Board Members Should Know
We will host this in-person training on the 3rd floor of the Alworth Building.
306 West Superior Street
Duluth, MN 55802
Whether you are thinking about board service, are currently serving, or are a seasoned board member looking for a refresher – this program is for you. While we will focus on board basics, it is information that few people get when they sign on to start serving on a nonprofit board. You will also meet leaders from area nonprofits to hear more about their work and learn more about what they are looking for in potential board members.
If you require any accessibility or transportation accommodations, please let us know, and we’ll be happy to assist you, please reach out to Jaci Christiansen at [email protected].
Event Details
The date and time of this in-person event is: January 27 and 28, 2026, from 8 – 11:30 a.m.*
*this event has been rescheduled from November 18 & 19, 2025 to now be held on January 27 & 28, 2026.
The location of this event is: 306 West Superior Street, Duluth, MN 55802 (on the third floor)
Participants must commit to attending both sessions upon registration.
A limited number of Be On Board program scholarships are provided thanks to the Boreal Waters Community Foundation. These are meant to be needs-based scholarships granted to participants who could not otherwise be able to register. For more information about scholarships, please reach out to Jaci Christiansen at [email protected].
