Learn To Lead is a five-week training to help those interested in service on a nonprofit Board of Directors put their passion into practice. Learn To Lead is free of charge and made possible thanks to a grant from the Volunteer Generation Fund in partnership with AmeriCorps and Serve Wisconsin.
When: August 6 - September 10, 2025
Wednesdays from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Great Rivers United Way, 1855 E. Main St., Onalaska, WI 54650
Registration is required – deadline is August 1. Priority will be given to those who are able to attend all five sessions. Register online today: www.gruw.org/learntolead.
Session Schedule:
August 6 – Board 101
At this intro session led by former School District of La Crosse Superintendent Randy Nelson, you’ll learn how nonprofit boards put mission into motion.
August 13 – Understanding Financials & Board Ethics
Finance and Ethics professionals Wade Hackbarth and Dr. Rick Kyte will cover financial oversight and ethical decision-making for board members.
August 27 – Community Needs & Board Panel
We’ll highlight local needs, followed by an opportunity to hear directly from people who are currently serving on nonprofit boards.
September 3 – Fundraising & Executive Director Panel
Executive Directors from local orgs will be on hand talk fundraising and what’s expected of board members when it comes to raising money.
September 10 – Nonprofit “Speed Dating”
At our final session, Great Rivers United Way will introduce you to some of its nonprofit friends! We’ll shoot professional headshots and celebrate with cake.
Questions?
Please email Connor Glassen at
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