GREENFIELD, Ind. (Wednesday, April 1, 2026) – The Community Foundation of Hancock County has opened registration for Mission Masters, an engaging and impactful module of the Talent Pathway. Offered in partnership with Indianapolis-based consulting firm Hedges, Mission Masters is designed to equip emerging nonprofit board members and future community leaders with the skills and confidence needed to lead with purpose.

Over the course of four months (August–November 2026), participants will explore critical leadership topics including effective board/staff roles, setting vision and strategy, fundraising, and activating board committees. Through a combination of virtual workshops using Hedges’ Lead With Purpose curriculum and in-person sessions that connect learning to the Hancock County nonprofit landscape, participants will grow their capacity to lead and serve.

The program represents a $1,200 value, offered at no cost to selected participants or their organizations thanks to the support of the Community Foundation.

Who Should Apply?

Eligible participants must be either:

• A board-approved, incoming member of a nonprofit’s board of directors OR a current board member who will have served three years or less by August 1, 2026. The nonprofit must be located in or serve Hancock County.

OR

• A community member who has not yet served on a board but is interested in nonprofit board service in 2026. Preference may be given to graduates of Leadership Hancock County or another Talent Pathway module. These applicants must submit a signed statement of intent to join a nonprofit board serving Hancock County in 2027.

Hancock County residency is preferred. All applicants must provide a written statement of support from their employer stating they will be permitted to take the time to attend each virtual and in-person meeting.

Space is Limited – Reserve Your Spot Today!

• First deadline: June 30, 2026
  Nonprofits may reserve up to two spots for eligible board members.

• Final deadline: August 1, 2026
  If space remains, the program will be open to unlimited board members per organization. Individuals can reserve their spots up until the final deadline.

To apply:

• Current board members should ask their nonprofit’s executive director to nominate them online at celebratehancock.org.
• Individuals not yet serving on a board should email Carol Reynolds at carol@celebratehancock.org to request an application.

Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your leadership and shape the future of nonprofit impact in Hancock County!

CFHC provides philanthropic leadership by encouraging giving, learning, community pride, and civic engagement. Working with caring individuals, families, and organizations to create or grow existing permanent endowment funds is critical to the organization’s mission. These funds generate income that is distributed through grants and scholarships to enrich and enhance life in Hancock County, as well as support the donor’s favorite charitable causes, both at home and afar forever. CFHC has granted millions of dollars since its inception in 1992.