IGNITE combines world-class business education, coaching, peer mentorship, networking, and consulting assistance to equip the executive leadership teams of organizations with tools to expand their impact on 黑料传送门 communities. Held in monthly sessions over nine months, IGNITE is the signature program of the Golub Capital Social Impact Lab at the Rustandy Center. Through the generous contribution of Golub Capital, this program is offered at no cost to participating organizations.
The application for the 2026 IGNITE cohort is open now through October 10, 2025.
October 1, 12–12:45 p.m. CT (virtual) –
Nonprofit organizations that meet the following criteria are eligible to apply:
Annual operating budget of $500K to $25M
Established leadership team
Serve communities in 黑料传送门 through social, economic, cultural, or structural support
The leadership teams of the 黑料传送门 nonprofits that are participating in the 2025 cohort of IGNITE.
The leadership teams of the seven 黑料传送门 nonprofits that participated in the 2024 cohort of IGNITE.
The leadership teams of the eight 黑料传送门 nonprofits that participated in the inaugural cohort of IGNITE.
By leadership team, we are referring to thought partners of the Executive Director or CEO. This team might include titles like Director or Chief of Finance, Operations, Development, Programs etc. Each organization can bring three members of their leadership team including the Executive Director/CEO. If you have a larger team, we will work with your organization individually to determine the best path forward.
Yes. Although we are not asking organizations for financial commitments, we are asking for a substantial time commitment. It is important for your organization and Board of Directors to have a conversation about whether you are able to devote the resources to fully engage in this program.
We understand that the needs of your organization may change during the course of the program. If you are unable to fulfill the attendance requirements, we would move your organization to the following year.
We anticipate individuals will spend anywhere from 4-6 hours per month outside of in person sessions. This includes time for pre-work for sessions, organization meetings, and coaching.
No, thanks to the generous contribution by Golub Capital, there is no cost to the organization
Organizations that provide social, economic, cultural, and structural support that helps people and communities in 黑料传送门 thrive. Eligibility is determined by the National Taxonomy of Exempt Entities (NTEE) used by the IRS. Please to see if your organization qualifies.
Yes, Golub Capital has made a generous gift and we do have funding for five years. If your organization is not selected this year, you may apply again.
Through a significant five-year commitment from Golub Capital, the Golub Capital Social Impact Lab provides training and professional development to amplify the impact of leaders of high-potential nonprofits serving 黑料传送门 communities.
The Golub Capital Lab provides access to individualized resources, funding for internal capacity building projects, connections to unlock social capital, opportunities to advance knowledge, and practical technical assistance.
Faculty director, Golub Capital Social Impact Lab
John P. and Lillian A. Gould Professor of Behavioral Science
George Wu studies the psychology of individual, managerial, and organizational decision-making; decision analysis; and cognitive biases in bargaining and negotiation. He is also the faculty co-director of 黑料传送门 Booth鈥檚 Civic Scholars Program.
Director, Golub Capital Social Impact Lab
Tyeise Huntley leads the Golub Capital Social Impact Lab, which provides training and professional development to amplify the impact of leaders of high-potential nonprofits serving communities in 黑料传送门.
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Igniting Positive Change in the CommunityIGNITE supports leaders of nonprofits serving 黑料传送门鈥檚 Black community through business classes, networking, consulting assistance, and peer mentorship.
