Executive Directors Leadership Institute (EDLI)

About The Program

EDLI is designed exclusively for nonprofit Executive Directors, combining long-term coaching and Facilitated Cohort Learning Sessions in a program that has been supporting nonprofit leaders for almost 20 years.

Join EDLI and grow your peer support community by building relationships with other nonprofit leaders, as you learn ways to think more strategically and develop solutions to the extraordinary challenges you face. With reinforcement through in-depth training and personalized coaching, the dynamic EDLI program responds to the emerging needs of nonprofit leaders of today.

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    Some of the information we received from the trainings in EDLI, I applied to our Board and it really shifted them completely from where we were to where we are now. We are a very strong and effective Board now. I don’t think we would be where we are now if it weren’t for some of the tips and the stories I heard in the EDLI program.

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    Richard Reyes

    Executive Director, PLUS ME Project

    "As Executive Directors, we have a unique set of conflicts and I believe that together not only can we learn from each other and share best practices but we can also grow and figure out how to combat our unique issues in better ways. That is something that I found at EDLI and I am incredibly grateful for it."

    Naomi Ackerman | EDLI

    Executive Director, The Advot Project

The Power Of Our Approach

What sets EDLI apart?

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Coaching

You will be matched with one of our consultants who will serve as your leadership coach for 9-months. As your thought partner, your ESC consultant will listen to your specific organizational needs, help you identify opportunities and solutions, and support you as you complete monthly commitments within a supportive and accountable environment.

Past participants who have taken advantage of more than 40 hours (approximately 2 sessions per month) of coaching throughout the year often report the biggest transformation in their leadership approach.

Peer Learning

You will join a cohort of fellow nonprofit leaders to build a supportive and confidential forum in which to share knowledge and personal experience, develop peer coaching skills and explore new strategies for dealing with challenging situations.

Together, you will learn how to leverage your learnings and network to lead your organization and staff to better fulfill your mission. Intentional social pods are created for you to build closer connections to colleagues.

Class Training

You will explore comprehensive leadership topics and strengthen your nonprofit management skills through a series of workshops that will cover the topics listed above.

Through presentations, facilitated discussions, and interactive exercises with real world applications, instructors from diverse backgrounds, with subject matter expertise and nonprofit experience, create a dynamic learning environment.

How It Works

  • Application Process

    Program Starts February 2025

    Apply now through our online form below or contact staff with any questions:

    Meghan Maloney, Director of Volunteers and Cohort Programs, at [email protected] or (213) 613-9103 x119

    Upon receipt of the application, you will be contacted to schedule a virtual interview.

  • Please inquire about additional financial assistance that may be available for eligible organizations to further reduce your program fees.

  • Training Sessions

    All sessions will be held in-person at The California Endowment building in Downtown Los Angeles. Public health guidelines will be adhered to throughout the program and adjustments will be made accordingly. All sessions will be 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

    • Wednesday, February 12, 2025
    • Wednesday, March 12, 2025
    • Wednesday, April 9, 2025
    • Wednesday, May 21, 2025
    • Wednesday, June 11, 2025
    • Wednesday, July 9, 2025
    • Wednesday, August 13, 2025

    What Our Partners Are Saying

    What do our EDLI graduates say?