YEDI is now accepting applications from innovative York Region not-for-profit organizations who have been in operation for a minimum of 2 years to join the Spring 2017 Existing Not-For-Profit cohort. Take advantage of this opportunity to access education and mentorship as well as showcase your venture to a funder audience.
OPPORTUNITY:
YEDI accepts leaders (for example, Directors or Senior Managers) from 15 existing (for at least 2 years) not-for-profit organizations per cohort. An Expert Committee comprised of industry experts and partners will be responsible for evaluating applications based on set criteria.
ABOUT PROGRAM:
Accepted leaders undergo a free, intensive 16-week program including formal academic lectures led by York Entrepreneurship Development Institute instructors, workshop-based training in entrepreneurship, and mentorship by key industry leaders. Upon program completion, leaders will have a formal certificate from the York Entrepreneurship Development Institute along with a professionally developed business plan, executive summary, and proper business model ready to take their organizations to the next level. The program is proudly run in collaboration with notable YEDI partners and the Vaughan Business Enterprise Centre.
For submission guidelines please visit http://www.yedinstitute.org/apply-nfp.html?platform=hootsuite
To learn more about the program please visit http://www.yedinstitute.org/a-quick-look.html