Where growth happens in good company.

Change Cohort is a small-group, peer leadership experience for emerging and mid-level nonprofit leaders who want to grow in clarity, confidence, and connection.

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Why Join Us?

Unlock Your Potential
Over 8-10 months, you’ll collaborate with a diverse group of changemakers to tackle real challenges you face in your work. Together, we’ll share insights, support each other’s growth, and create actionable solutions.

What You’ll Gain

Change Cohort supports emerging and mid-level nonprofit leaders who want to lead with more clarity, steadiness, and confidence.

Participants consistently experience:

  • Leadership Clarity
    Stronger decision-making and clearer priorities.

  • Real-Time Problem Solving
    Bring current challenges to the group and leave with practical next steps shaped by peers who understand nonprofit realities.

  • Sustainable Accountability
    Set meaningful goals and stay on track with steady peer support.

  • Stronger Team Leadership
    Improve communication, boundaries, and collaboration within your team.

  • Lasting Peer Connection
    Build trusted relationships with leaders across organizations and communities.

How It Works

Change Cohort is intentionally small and consistent.

Cohort Size
6–8 participants

Duration

  • In-person cohort: 8 months

  • Virtual cohort: 10 months

Format

  • In-person: 3 hours per month at Brico Collective (Duluth)

  • Virtual: 2 hours per month via Zoom, plus a dedicated digital workspace

Each session blends leadership tools, structured dialogue, and applied peer problem-solving.

Investment

In-Person Cohort

  • $100 per month or $750 upfront

  • Flexible payment options and limited scholarships available

Virtual Cohorts
All virtual cohorts are fully supported by Northland Foundation for eligible nonprofits within its service region.

Outcomes Over Time

Participants often report:

  • Making clearer decisions with less second-guessing

  • Communicating more directly and effectively

  • Delegating with greater confidence

  • Reducing burnout through stronger boundaries

  • Leading change with steadiness

Change Cohort isn’t about adding more to your plate.
It’s about strengthening how you lead within the work you’re already doing.

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A peer space for leaders to grow and lead meaningful change.

Cohort Options

  • Northland Foundation is sponsoring this 10-month virtual Change Cohort to expand access to leadership development for emerging and mid-level nonprofit leaders across its service region. (A second cohort will launch in October 2026. Find the interest form here).

    Application deadline: April 10, 2026
    Time: 9:00–11:00 am (virtual)

    There is no cost to participate. Northland Foundation is covering the full investment for participants.

    Primary eligibility:
    You are located within Northland Foundation’s service region. This virtual cohort is intended to expand access for leaders outside of Duluth or those unable to attend the in-person Change Cohort.

    Cohort schedule (all 9:00–11:00 am):
    • April 29
    • May 27
    • June 24
    • July 22
    • August 26
    • September 23
    • October 28
    • November 18
    • December 16
    • January 27

    You can:
    • Apply here
    • Nominate here

    Interested but this timeframe doesn’t work? We have another virtual cohort launching in October 2026. Complete your interest form here.

  • Location: Brico Collective (Duluth)
    Format: Monthly, in-person sessions with a small cohort of 8 people.

    Current status: The current in-person cohort is full.

    Next cohort begins: September 2026
    If you want to be the first to know when applications open, add your name here: Interest Form

    Who it’s for:
    Emerging and mid-level nonprofit leaders in or near Duluth who want an in-person peer leadership space.

    What to expect:
    • Facilitated peer connection and real-time problem solving
    • Leadership tools you can actually use
    • Monthly accountability and reflection
    • A high-trust group experience

  • Want to bring the Change Cohort model into your organization, network, or community?

    I’m developing a “build your own cohort” option for leaders and organizations who want to design and facilitate a peer leadership cohort in their own context, with support from Brico Works.

    This will include:
    • A cohort design toolkit
    • Facilitation guides and session templates
    • Suggested themes + activities
    • Support for recruitment, cohort agreements, and psychological safety
    • Optional coaching for cohort hosts/facilitators

    Interested? Add your name here and I’ll share details as it becomes available:
    Interest Form

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Who Should Apply

This cohort is perfect for social impact professionals eager to grow, innovate, and make a difference—whether you hold a formal leadership title or influence change in your own way.

How to Apply

Apply: Fill out a brief application here to be considered. We’re dedicated to creating a diverse cohort with a variety of experiences, backgrounds, and roles to enrich the learning experience for everyone.

Selection and Notification: We will reach out to learn more about you and timing of the next available cohort to join. Then we’ll see if it’s a fit and move forward.

Join us in this powerful mastermind experience and become part of a community that is dedicated to personal growth, team excellence, and organizational transformation.

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 FAQs

  • Absolutely. The Change Cohort is designed for anyone in the social impact space who wants to grow personally and professionally. Whether you have a formal leadership role or influence change in other ways, this program will help you develop the skills and confidence to make a meaningful impact.

  • The core commitment is the monthly 2.5-3 hour session, but you’ll also get the most out of the program if you spend some time reflecting on the sessions, applying what you’ve learned in your work, and engaging with fellow cohort members between meetings. The time outside of sessions is flexible and depends on your goals and availability.

  • Topics will include personal leadership growth, enhancing team dynamics, fostering creativity, navigating organizational change, and practical problem-solving. We’ll also bring in guest experts to cover areas like innovation, regenerative work practices, and cutting-edge tools relevant to the social impact space.

  • The sessions are highly interactive, blending group discussions, collaborative problem-solving, and opportunities to receive personalized feedback on your challenges. You’ll be an active participant, not just a listener, and you’ll have plenty of chances to share your experiences and learn from others.

  • This cohort is unique in its mastermind approach, which emphasizes not just learning but also real-time problem-solving and peer support. You’ll be part of a small, close-knit group of professionals who are all committed to growth, making the learning experience more personalized and impactful. Plus, the focus on both individual growth and organizational change sets this program apart.

  • You’ll receive ongoing support from a community of professionals who are facing similar challenges and opportunities. The mastermind format means you’ll get personalized feedback, accountability, and encouragement from both the facilitator and your peers, helping you stay on track with your goals.

  • The skills and insights you gain from the cohort will be directly applicable to your work. Whether you’re looking to lead more effectively, improve team dynamics, or drive change within your organization, you’ll walk away with practical tools and strategies that you can implement immediately.

  • We understand that life happens, and you might not be able to attend every session. While we encourage full participation to get the most out of the program, we can provide summaries or key takeaways from missed sessions, and you’ll still be able to stay engaged with the group.

  • We’re looking for a diverse group of participants who bring a range of experiences and perspectives to the cohort. After you apply, we’ll review your application and notify you of your acceptance by September 23, 2024. The goal is to create a balanced group where everyone can contribute and benefit from the collective experience.

About the facilitator

Janie Moore, the founder of Brico Works, will be your facilitator for the Change Cohort. With extensive experience in organizational design, change leadership, and the social impact sector, Janie brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for helping professionals grow, enhance team dynamics, and lead organizational change. She is committed to creating a supportive and dynamic mastermind environment where every participant can thrive and create lasting impact.