About the Cohort
The next cohort will take place in the summer and fall of 2026. If you are interested in learning more, please complete the interest form and consider signing up for the Emerging Family Leaders Peer Network.
This cohort provides an opportunity for emerging leaders to learn core knowledge about family philanthropy and each stage of the Family Giving Lifecycle, connect and learn with peers in similar situations, and grow leadership skills. Eligibility for this cohort includes family members who are on a pathway to a governing role or early in their family philanthropy leadership and is open to NCFP Members and nonmembers.
Who’s it for?
Eligibility for this cohort includes family members (ages 21 to 40) who are early in their family philanthropy leadership or on a pathway to a governing role in the future. This cohort is open to NCFP Members and nonmembers and program fees will be discounted for NCFP Members.
What is it?
Beginning with an in-person learning experience and continuing virtually, this multi-session cohort will follow a curriculum designed to prepare and sustain emerging leaders through their family philanthropy leadership journey. The program includes workshops about NCFP’s Family Giving Lifecycle curriculum, education from experts in the field, and time to network with other emerging leaders. Participants will learn about topics including:
- Family philanthropy governance
- Rightsizing your philanthropic effort
- Managing conflict
- Best practices in decision-making
- Navigating succession and legacy
- Overcoming psychological barriers to giving
Program Partners
NCFP staff experts lead the Family Giving Lifecycle curriculum and bring in external experts for their perspectives on other session topics.
What if I’m unable to commit to the cohort but want to remain engaged with the network?
If you are an emerging leader and want to engage in virtually programming with peers throughout the year, please join our Emerging Family Leaders Peer Network to be notified about upcoming programs and events.
Timeline
The session dates for the next cohort are to be determined, but we expect applications to open in the spring of 2026 and the program to begin in the summer of 2026. If you’re interested in participating in the next cohort, please complete this form and we will let you know if and when applications are open.
Questions?
Contact Senior Manager of Programs Britt Benavidez.