Nonprofit Resilience Network Open House for Nonprofit Leaders

Nonprofit Resilience Network Open House Overview

South Coast nonprofit leaders — you're invited to help launch the Nonprofit Resilience Network (NRN) on September 18 from 4:00–5:00 PM at the SouthCoast Community Foundation.

Come tour our new Learning Center convening space, learn how the NRN was designed with your needs in mind, preview the Fall Learning Series, demo the Resilia platform, meet peers from across the region, and share your feedback on future NRN offerings.

Attendees & Accessibility

To accommodate demand, we kindly ask that one representative per South Coast nonprofit attend. If interest exceeds capacity, we’ll add additional dates.

The Foundation’s offices are located at 350 Union Street in New Bedford, in a historic mid-1800s home. Free on-street parking and a small lot are available.

Please note: entry requires walking up five stairs, and some doorways may be narrower than modern standards. We recognize this limits participation and are actively prioritizing facility upgrades. If you have questions or need assistance before or during your visit, please contact us at [email protected].

Nonprofit Resilience Network Overview

The NRN strengthens our longstanding commitment to supporting South Coast nonprofits that deliver the vital services our communities rely on. Built in direct response to what nonprofits told us they need most, the NRN offers support beyond grants—through learning, partnerships, and practical tools to help nonprofits thrive.

The NRN provides:

• Grants and organizational support.
• A place to gather, learn, and connect.
• Access to 1:1 coaching and consulting.
• Free online resources and data to guide decision-making.
• Technical assistance grants to strengthen operations and build long-term capacity.

The NRN takes a collaborative approach—bringing together nonprofits, funders, and consultants to strengthen the entire South Coast nonprofit ecosystem. Separate open houses for funders and consultants have been scheduled.

Our region is only as strong as its nonprofits. Through the NRN, we are proud to make this kind of dedicated nonprofit support, long embraced by community foundations nationwide, a permanent part of our work on the South Coast.

Photo & Video Release

By registering for this event, you acknowledge and consent that you and/or your guests may be photographed or recorded during the event. These images and videos may be used for promotional purposes, including but not limited to social media, websites, and marketing materials.

All Attendee Agreement

All attendees are expected to participate in this event in good faith and in alignment with the values of the SouthCoast Community Foundation, the hosting organization. While taking photos, videos, or recordings for personal use or to share your experience is generally welcome, content may not be misrepresented, manipulated, or used in any way that could harm the organization, its mission, its partners, or fellow attendees.

By attending this event, you affirm your commitment to respectful participation. All event content—whether shared in person or online—should be treated with care and integrity. Misuse of materials or behavior inconsistent with these expectations may result in removal from the event and limit future participation.

Thank You!

We deeply appreciate the work of nonprofit organizations across the South Coast. Your dedication helps build a stronger, more vibrant region—and we look forward to partnering with you.

Host or Publisher SouthCoast Community Foundation