The Leaders of Brickell
Community Program

3 Weeks Leadership Education: 
Leaders in training will meet once a week for educational classes covering public speaking, navigating professional relationships through diversity and cultural inclusion and marketing. Education will be delivered through experts in their fields including but not limited to business owners, professors and additional professionals. 

3 Weeks of Applied Knowledge: 
Leaders will utilize the knowledge obtained during their three weeks of education and apply these skills in partnership with a nonprofit. Leaders will be organized into groups of 4-6 individuals and select a nonprofit from the approved list. As a team, they will work with their team chamber and the nonprofit to accomplish their goals.  

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NONPROFIT ENGAGEMENT

Nonprofits will be selected through our Brickell Community Chamber nonprofit members. All nonprofits need to be registered 501c3s in order to participate. All nonprofits wanting to be part of the Leaders of Brickell program must apply and be approved by April 25th. We allow 10 nonprofits to join the program per quarter. 

BENEFITS FOR NONPROFITS

Nonprofits are in need of additional resources from the community. We bridge talent with nonprofits to help accomplish their goals. Nonprofits will have one initiative goal they present to the Brickell Community Chamber through formal application. This goal could be fundraising, website development, fundraising efforts or more.   

NONPROFIT QUALIFICATION

In order to be considered for the program, nonprofits must be registered with 501(c)(3) status and conduct practice in South Florida. Nonprofits are required to be in good standing with nonprofit membership within the chamber alongside an active representative from their organization. Finally, to be considered, nonprofits must submit a one-page formal presentation of their top initiative goals to achieve for the six-week program.

PROGRAM DURATION

The program will commence May 5th for the Leaders of Brickell education three week portion. Nonprofits registered for the Leaders of Brickell program and approved will be selected during this time. This allows the teams to learn more about each of the nonprofits. 

On May 26th, 2025, the leaders in training will select from the list of nonprofits and be organized into small groups. The nonprofits will be connected to their groups on May 30th to begin their nonprofit initiative goal. The program is completed by on June 16th, 2025.  


LEADERS OF BRICKELL MENTORS

The candidates of theprogram will need guidance from the current Leaders of Brickell. We welcome experts in the fields of nonprofit leadership, commerce and acamedic pursuits. If you have formal education or high-value experience in an applicable field, we ask you submit to become a mentor to our future leaders.

Remember, this program is designed to connect experienced professionals with those looking to grow and develop their skills that way their talents can improve the nonprofits and social organizations of the community. As a leader, you will facilitate mentorship opportunities and create a supportive network for personal and professional growth.

Leaders of Brickell

For Leader Applicants

Leader Enrollment: 
Leaders must be members of the Brickell Community Chamber or students of a partnered school, sponsored through a chamber registered business as an employee or intern. Leaders who do not have access to a chamber membership partner may also sponsor themselves through a resident/individual membership with the chamber. Leaders in training will be approved and notified for the program by as approved or at the latest of April 25th. 

Leaders in training must commit to the full six week program. Most of our leaders in training are master students or professionals gaining manager experiencing. 

How it Benefits Leaders:
Leaders who complete the education and application program as well as the nonprofit initiative will receive an official certification and Leaders of Brickell plaque for their commitment and success.
 
*Depending on the need of the leader CEUs may be available for a additional investment. 

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