EVOLVE Nonprofit Networking + Training
EVOLVE: Empowering Visionaries, Optimizing Leadership, and Valuing Excellence
The EVOLVE Nonprofit Program is designed for nonprofit leaders, founders, and board members in Halifax, Mecklenburg, Charlotte, Lunenburg, Brunswick, and the surrounding counties. This program offers both a comprehensive training series and ongoing networking opportunities to help nonprofit organizations grow and thrive.
Networking Events
The EVOLVE Nonprofit Networking Events are by the SOVA Innovation Hub in partnershipw with the Dan River Nonprofit Network. You can expect to engage with peers, learn from guest speakers, and leave with new information and contacts to support your nonprofit organization.
Join us for the EVOLVE Launch Party on Tuesday, August 19, 5:30pm-7:00pm at the SOVA Innovation Hub.
All EVOLVE Networking Events are free to all nonprofit leaders, staff, volunteers, and board members. RSVPs are requested to help us plan to have plenty of snacks and seating. We hope you’ll join us!
Questions about the EVOLVE Nonprofit Networking Events? Contact Kirsten Aherron at kirsten@danrivernonprofits.org
Training Series
The EVOLVE Nonprofit Training Series is a six-part curriculum that will explore essential nonprofit management topics including organizational purpose, board governance, financial management, team leadership, marketing and outreach, and strategic planning.
COHORT 1 LAUNCHING FALL 2025
- Session 1 – Tuesday, September 23, 11:30am-2:30pm at the SOVA Innovation Hub (in-person)
- Session 2 – Tuesday, October 7, 11:30am-2:30pm on Zoom
- Session 3 – Tuesday, October 21, 11:30am-2:30pm on Zoom
- Session 4 – Tuesday, November 18, 11:30am-2:30pm on Zoom
- Session 5 – Tuesday, December 2, 11:30am-2:30pm on Zoom
- Session 6 + Celebration – Tuesday, December 9, 11:30am-2:30pm at the SOVA Innovation Hub (in-person)
- The first and sixth session will be in-person at the SOVA Innovation Hub (715 Wilborn Avenue, South Boston, VA). In between, there will be four live, virtual sessions. Participants who complete the six-part series will be recognized with a Certificate of Completion.
Investment: $75 per person. Scholarships available.
Questions about the EVOLVE Nonprofit Training Series? Contact Rachel del Campo Gatewood at rachel@riverdistrictconsulting.com
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Become a Sponsor
Support the growth of Southern Virginia’s nonprofit sector by sponsoring the EVOLVE Nonprofit Program hosted by the SOVA Innovation Hub in partnership with the Dan River Nonprofit Network and River District Consulting. Your tax-deductible donation to the SOVA Innovation Hub, a 501(c)3 charitable organization, helps provide high-quality training, resources, and networking opportunities for local nonprofit leaders. Sponsors receive recognition on program materials, visibility across media channels, and the chance to engage directly with program participants.
Join us in strengthening community impact – become an EVOLVE sponsor!
QUESTIONS?
Contact us at hello@sovainnovationhub.com