Boston, MA - In partnership with Bank of America, Philanthropy Massachusetts is excited to announce the 2021 cohort of twenty-one nonprofit organizations participating in the Nonprofit Learning Institute (NPLI).

Celebrating its tenth anniversary, the Nonprofit Learning Institute is comprised of a series of technical assistance and capacity building sessions with the goal of fostering and empowering leaders in the Massachusetts nonprofit sector. For the first time, the Nonprofit Learning Institute is going virtual this year with its four sessions on learning led by experts in each topic area coinciding with networking opportunities.

“One of the ways Bank of America can advance issues relating to economic mobility and social progress is by equipping the next generation of nonprofit leaders with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed,” said Miceal Chamberlain, Bank of America Massachusetts Market President. “We are especially gratified to be part of an effort to educate and encourage leadership from communities that represent America’s diversity.”

Twenty-one nonprofit organizations from a broad cross-section of the sector with missions ranging from immigration and social justice to education and arts and culture, were selected to participate through an application process. With an increased effort to support leaders of color through the work of the institute, 70% of the 2021 nonprofit organizations in the cohort are led by BIPOC leaders. Incoming NPLI participant, Chris Hope, Founder and Executive Director of The Loop Lab, expressed his goal for attending the institute is, “to grow as a nonprofit BIPOC leader and to strengthen my ability to bring my vision to scale.”

“The unprecedented situation of the pandemic this past year has exposed the fragility of our society and the need to maintain a secure infrastructure for our nonprofit sector to succeed. Organizations that participate in the Nonprofit Learning Institute are serving our communities' most critical issues such as immigration and social justice, families and youth housing, health and human services, food insecurity, arts and culture," explained Jeff Poulos, Chief Executive Officer of Philanthropy Massachusetts. “We are proud and grateful to be entering our 10^th year partnering with Bank of America. Their continued support of our robust nonprofit sector in Massachusetts and investment in development and training through the Nonprofit Learning Institute is a model of philanthropy working in collaboration with the nonprofit sector for the well-being of the entire region.”

Bank of America’s commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a strategic part of doing business globally. Our CSR efforts guide how we operate in an environmentally, socially, and economically responsible way around the world, to deliver for shareholders, customers, clients and employees. Our goal is to help create economically vibrant regions and communities through lending, investing and giving. By partnering with our stakeholders, we create value that empowers individuals and communities to thrive and contributes to the long-term success of our business. We have core areas of focus for our CSR, including responsible business practices; environmental sustainability; strengthening local communities with a focus on jobs, housing and hunger; investing in global leadership development; and engaging through arts and culture. As part of these efforts, employee volunteers across the company contribute their time, passion and expertise to address issues in communities where they live and work. Learn more at https://about.bankofamerica.com and follow us on Twitter at @BankofAmerica.

Philanthropy Massachusetts, promotes the practice and expansion of effective and responsible philanthropy to improve the health and vitality of its region. Founded in 1969, Philanthropy Massachusetts is a diverse and vibrant membership association of highly engaged philanthropic organizations and individuals with interests in Massachusetts and surrounding areas. We connect new and established donors, their trustees and staff to each other, to their communities and to emerging and relevant issues in the field. Philanthropy Massachusetts serves as a bridge between funders and fund applicants for better understanding, efficiency and impact. As a leading and influential voice and advocate for effective philanthropy, Philanthropy Massachusetts provides access to knowledge and cooperative action that enables our members to create extraordinary value for each other, their grantees and to collectively shape the future of a healthy and vibrant region. Learn more at http://www.philanthropyma.org and follow us on Twitter at @Philanthropy_MA.