ResourcesWelcome to our Leadership Library
Sharing blogs, tools, and webinars for our leaders.
Welcome the Class of 2027 Emerging Women of Color LeadStrong Fellows
We are honored to welcome the Class of 2027 Women of Color LeadStrong serving diverse service areas.
P.R.I.A 2 of 3 - Practicing the Pause: Grounding in Community
This session is led by alumni, Shalini Agrawal, Class of 2021 Women of Color LeadStrong.
Take the 2025 #RaceToLead Survey Today!
LeaderSpring Center is participating in the 2025 Race to Lead Survey.
P.R.I.A Launch with Dionne Blackman-Moeller of Opportunity Junction
This session is led by Dionne Blackman-Moeller, Class of 2020 Emerging Leaders of Color East Contra Costa County alum.
A commitment to justice: LeaderSpring’s General Solidarity Statement
In 2025, LeaderSpring Center is putting into practice writing Solidarity Statements and stand in unity with those impacted by systems of power that oppress, harm, and limit our communities.
2024 Annual Impact Report
We're excited to share the highlights from our 2024 Annual Impact Report, featuring our three cohorts and the growth in our Alumni Network, now serving over 10.8 million clients. Despite navigating leadership changes, we expanded our staff and advisory board, many of whom are proud alumni. Read more about our progress and future.
Healing is Justice
It is not a frivolous endeavor to center healing – our hearts, minds, bodies, spirits, relationships with one another and the earth, working environments, and movement spaces – as integral to justice, equity, and liberation. We see healing as a radical collective choice to bring about individual and societal well-being and wholeness.
Empowering Nonprofits During Critical Election Season: Resources and Strategies for Success
We hope the resources provided—from legal insights on voter engagement to strategies for effective fundraising and fostering equity—will equip your organization to navigate these challenges and opportunities with confidence.
Social Media Marketing 101 for Nonprofits - CFRE Certified (Webinar with Lidia Varesco Racoma)
This is a collaborative session focused on the who, what and why of social media marketing for nonprofits. We will talk about who you are targeting, what you are sharing, and why it’s relevant to the audience (and channel).
Celebrating Pride Month and Juneteenth: Honoring Diversity & Freedom
This June, we have the privilege of celebrating two significant events that highlight the rich diversity and resilient spirit of our communities: LGBTQIA+ Pride Month and Juneteenth.
The Womxn of Color, Womxn of Power Program
The Womxn of Color, Womxn of Power program partners with LeaderSpring Center to create a healing, generative, and rigorous space for learning and growth. The program supports womxn of color in pursuing decision-making positions of power and ultimately building community power.
10 LinkedIn Best Practices for Nonprofits
Launched on May 5, 2003, LinkedIn is a social network for professionals. 51% of its users are college-educated and the average salary for a LinkedIn user is $46,644 USD per year. It’s an ideal community to connect with co-workers, influencers, donors, and corporate sponsors.
Qgiv: Donor Appreciation Email Templates
Fundraising is built on relationships, and maintaining those relationships requires effort. These donor appreciation email templates are designed to make that work a bit easier. By showing your donors that you genuinely value their support, you can deepen connections and foster lasting loyalty.
Nonprofit Tech for Good: 10 Facebook Best Practices for Nonprofits
With 3 billion monthly active users, Facebook is the largest social network in the world. Without a doubt, your nonprofit’s donors and supporters use Facebook on a regular basis, and thus Facebook should be your first priority in your social media strategy.
Nonprofit Focus Group Women of Color Report
We are thrilled to unveil the insightful findings of the Nonprofit Women of Color Report, a groundbreaking collaboration between LeaderSpring Center, The San Francisco Foundation, and a coalition of dedicated voices.
Women of Color LeadStrong Health and Well-being Survey Snapshot
Dive into the untold stories of resilience and empowerment with the Women of Color LeadStrong Health and Well-Being Survey Snapshot. Unveiling the stark realities encountered by Women of Color leaders within the non-profit and social sectors during the tumultuous COVID-19 pandemic, this snapshot illuminates the unique challenges they faced and conquered.
Othering & Belonging Institute Conference: Oakland 2024
We invite you to The 2024 Othering & Belonging Conference, which will take place in Oakland on April 25th-27th, 2024! This uniquely curated 2.5-day event promises dynamic discussions, creative exploration through arts and culture, and strategic planning to foster belonging.
A New Chapter Blossoms at LeaderSpring Center
In this Spring season of transition and change, we invite you to extend heartfelt wishes, big hugs, and celebrations to our Co-Executive Director, Dr. Sonia BasSheva Mañjon. After seven years of fierce and bold leadership, she is embarking on a new and wonderful adventure and is stepping down from her leadership role at LeaderSpring Center.