Supporting Leaders and Organizations to Serve Their Communities and Drive Long-Lasting Impact.
THE EGF ACCELERATOR PROGRAM
Originally launched in 2007 has supported education-focused nonprofit organizations as they grow and scale their impact. ​
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The EGF Accelerator will launch its next cohort in the Fall of 2026.
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Past Participants
Alumni of the EGF Accelerator Program include Breakthrough New York, Year Up New York, The Opportunity Network, uAspire New York, OneGoal New York, Quill, Blue Engine, Citizen Schools New York, BEAM, Genesys Works New York, CollegeSpring, The Writing Revolution, and more—each bringing a unique approach to advancing equity, access, and opportunity in their communities.
THE EGF LEADERSHIP LEARNING SERIES: Year-Round Learning for Nonprofit Leaders
More than just convenings, the Leadership Learning Series serves as the launchpad for a deeper engagement aimed at strengthening, supporting, and sustaining leadership skill development throughout the sector.
Throughout the year, EGF delivers engaging, interactive sessions that harness the collective talent and insight in the room—connecting leaders at all levels with practical tools, expanded networks, and meaningful opportunities to reconnect with their expertise and sense of purpose.
Workshops are designed to be timely, relevant, and grounded in the real-world challenges nonprofit professionals face today. Topics span strategy, operations, fundraising, leadership, and more.
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Recent Sessions Have Included:
At the Center: Leadership Relationships That Sustain Organizations
A moderated conversation with sector leaders on how evolving leadership relationships help organizations pivot, endure, and prepare for what’s next.
Congruent and Confident Leadership
Senior leaders engage in active reflection to build self-awareness, confidence, and clear leadership principles.
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Developing Your Leadership Persona
A guided exploration of the question: “How do you want to be seen as a leader?”
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Reinventing the Corporate/Nonprofit Relationship
Practical strategies for creating value-aligned, mutually beneficial partnerships with the corporate sector.
Mapping Critical Moments to Seize Transformative Junctures
A deep dive into how finances, programs, talent, and strategy intersect—and how leaders can navigate pivotal transitions with confidence.
Middle Managers Series (Three-Part Program)
Supporting mid-level leaders in developing clarity, competence, and confidence to lead across teams and departments.
Leadership Development Through Conflict
Exploring conflict styles and leveraging tension as a catalyst for leadership growth, team resilience, and innovation.
The EGF Leadership Learning Series welcomes cross-sector leaders who are committed to meaningful dialogue, community building, and collective action. Together, we explore some of the most pressing themes and challenges facing today’s nonprofit landscape.