LIFT | Nonprofit Leadership Program in Georgia

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Leadership Impact For Transformation

We LIFT the potential in nonprofit leaders

A 12-month cohort-based coaching group that takes you on a leadership journey to improve your self-awareness, communication and organizational effectiveness - all while being in a supportive community.

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A partnership offering from

LIFT is offered by Long Table in partnership with The Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia as part of the Nonprofit and Leadership Academy.

Learn about LIFT

What is the LIFT program?

What is the LIFT program for nonprofit leaders?

Learn about the transformational LIFT program that serves nonprofit leaders on a 12-month leadership journey.

Answering your questions about LIFT

We answer the most common questions about LIFT. Have others? Reach out through the form below and we'll help.

Executive leadership coaching group

The process

Self-Paced Study

Weekly 20-30 minute video training focused on learning and practical tools to use every day.

Personal Leadership

A 100 Exercise focused on helping you improve your own personal leadership and self-awareness.

Capacity Building

An X Challenge focused on taking what you have learned and impacting others immediately - creating scalability and multiplication of skills.

Community

Bi-weekly one-hour Zoom group sessions aimed at deepening understanding and application while providing accountability on the journey.

Why it matters

The benefits of LIFT

Actively invest in your growth to become more self-aware, emotionally intelligent, and grow your communication and leadership skills.

Systematic and proven process for developing toward optimal health and high performance for incremental, sustainable and transformational growth.

Real-world and immediate application for what every individual is learning each week.

Regular connection, accountability and support from a group of colleagues who are walking through the process together.

The content for the Executive Leadership Coaching Group is an approved offering for Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and HR Certification Institute (HRCI) Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

What participants say

Growth that reaches the whole organization

This program is definitely taking leadership to a higher level. I have learned most about passing on my leadership skills and why it is so important. I think the overall health of our organization is benefiting and will continue with this training and guidance. The candor and transparency of the participants has surprised me and pleased me to know we are in a safe space to discuss meaningful issues to spur needed change and improvement personally and in our organizations.

Claire Dees Executive Director, Spectrum Autism Support Group

I’ve grown a lot through the LIFT program by learning to prioritize my health, which has allowed me to lead and manage my organization more effectively. The program has helped me learn to balance my personal and professional responsibilities.

Carol Love Executive Director, Family Promise of Gwinnett

Past LIFT cohorts

Leaders from these organizations have been through LIFT

Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia

Join the next LIFT cohort

For more information on LIFT and how to join the next cohort, add your name to the 2027 interest list and Linnea will get in touch with you.

Questions & answers

Frequently asked questions

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How much time does LIFT require each week?

Plan on about an hour a week: a 20-30 minute self-paced video training plus time to apply the tools, and a one-hour Zoom group session every other week. The rhythm is designed for busy nonprofit executives.

Is LIFT only for executive directors?

No. LIFT serves nonprofit leaders at multiple levels - executive directors, senior staff and emerging leaders who carry real leadership responsibility and want to grow in a cohort of peers.

What does it cost, and are scholarships available?

LIFT is offered in partnership with The Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia as part of the Nonprofit and Leadership Academy, which helps keep it accessible for nonprofit budgets. Contact us for current cohort pricing and any available support.

Is LIFT in-person or virtual?

The group sessions are one-hour Zoom meetings every other week, and the weekly training is self-paced online - so you can participate from anywhere without travel time away from your mission.

What tools and frameworks will we use?

LIFT draws on the same proven toolkit Long Table uses with organizations - 5 Voices, 5 Gears, the 100X leadership tools and more - applied to the realities of leading a nonprofit.

How is a cohort different from one-on-one coaching?

You get both learning and community: coaching guidance from a certified facilitator plus regular connection, accountability and support from nonprofit peers walking the same journey. Many leaders tell us the peer relationships are the most lasting benefit.

Can I earn continuing education credits?

Yes. The Executive Leadership Coaching Group content is an approved offering for SHRM and HRCI Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

When does the next cohort start, and how do I join?

Cohorts launch on a 12-month cycle. Add your name to the 2027 interest list and Linnea will share the next start date and how to reserve your seat.

Quick Facts about LIFT

What is LIFT?: Leadership Impact For Transformation - a 12-month cohort-based coaching group for nonprofit leaders to improve self-awareness, communication and organizational effectiveness.
Who is it for?: Nonprofit leaders and executives who want to grow their leadership while being supported by a community of peers.
Format: Weekly self-paced video training, a personal leadership 100 Exercise, a capacity-building X Challenge, and bi-weekly one-hour Zoom group sessions.
Partnership: Offered by Long Table in partnership with The Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia, as part of the Nonprofit and Leadership Academy.
Duration: 12 months, in a cohort of nonprofit leaders and executives who journey with you.
Continuing education: The Executive Leadership Coaching Group content is an approved offering for SHRM and HRCI Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
Who delivers it?: Long Table, an award-winning metro Atlanta consultancy. Linnea Miller is a certified coach in 5 Voices, Working Genius and MBTI.
How to engage: Add your name to the 2027 interest list, or schedule a 25-minute introductory conversation - virtual, no obligation.