Learning Groups

A Valuable Experience for You

The cornerstone of our Network, a Fieldstone Learning Group provides you with an exceptional opportunity to further your skills in leading a nonprofit organization or team while developing trusted and supportive relationships with other professionals in the sector.

The Learning Groups encourage dynamic and candid exchange among nonprofit executives and provide access to:

• Experienced facilitators with deep knowledge and insights about the distinctive characteristics and dynamics of nonprofit organizations, and the skills to foster collective wisdom and fellowship.
• Relevant tools and research on nonprofit management and leadership,
• An exchange of real case studies guided by a problem-solving methodology that empowers the participants to envision feasible solutions and craft action plans,
• An intimate and confidential environment to support and enhance your leadership,
• A new network of colleagues with a common purpose – to support each other’s leadership beyond the program.

Facilitated Discussion on Relevant Subjects

Each module is designed to enhance your understanding of the vital leadership competencies necessary for nonprofit leaders. Monthly discussion topics are based on state-of-the-art leadership and management research and grounded through the practitioner’s lens for an effective blend of theory and real-world experience. Topics include:

• Problem Solving
• Leading Through Crisis and in a Post-Pandemic World
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• Team Development and Multi-Generational Leadership
• Conflict Resolution and Persuasion
• Board Governance and Development
• Time Management and Delegation
• Strategic Formation
• Organizational Sustainability
• Fundamentals of Leadership and Management

Experienced Facilitators From the Sector

Our facilitators have a unique combination of proven experience, knowledge, skills, and passion. They are respected executives and consultants in the social sector who share an enthusiasm to impact other nonprofit leaders by sharing their talents, experience, and mistakes. We are proud to work with our facilitators:

• Thomas Hall
• Torrey Dunlap

2025 Learning Group Schedules

Learning Groups sessions will be held from 9:00am to 4:00pm once a month for six months starting in January of 2024 and continuing through June according to the schedules below. All sessions will take place at the Fieldstone Leadership Network San Diego offices at 5060 Shoreham Place, Suite 350, San Diego, CA 92122. If the group is unable to meet in person at any point due to public health guidelines, virtual learning group sessions will take place using Zoom. 

Be a Part of This Transformational Leadership Experience

The Learning Groups are designed for Executive Directors/CEOs and for Nonprofit Leaders who are Senior Managers / Second in Command reporting to the Executive Director. Each learning group is limited to ten high caliber professionals in the field. The sessions are held once a month for a period of six months. The cost is $1,000 per person, with all other costs underwritten by Fieldstone Leadership Network San Diego and its funding partners. Each learning group is selected from among the applicants to achieve a balance among size of organization and individual experience. Groups are formed annually.

The applications for the 2025 program are linked below and due no later than October 15, 2024. Please click the button below to download the application for your chosen Coaching Program, fill out the form in its entirety, and return your completed application via email to Janine Mason at [email protected]. If you have any questions or would like to participate in a future program, please contact us or click here to join our interest list.