Mission Forward is a monthly leadership and networking circle for Veteran nonprofit leaders. The program focuses on organizations with annual budgets under $1M. The initiative is designed to build community, strengthen capacity, and amplify collective impact within the Veteran and military-connected nonprofit ecosystem.
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Mission Forward is focused on creating a strong network of Veteran focused nonprofit leaders and organizations who work to maximize impact and ensure long-term resource accessibility for our Veteran community.
Who It's For:
Veteran-founded or Veteran-serving Nonprofit Leaders
Organizations with limited staff and funding infrastructure
Leaders looking for peer support, visibility, and practical tools for sustainability
Goals:
Build a trusted peer network for Veteran nonprofit leaders
Promote collaboration over competition among grassroots and emerging organizations
Provide direct access to funders, policy experts, and thought leaders
Elevate Veteran-led solutions that address community challenges at the local and national levels
Key Program Elements:
Monthly Virtual Meetups Informal, peer-led sessions focused on resource sharing, mutual support, and discussing practical challenges facing nonprofit leaders
Lunch-and-Learn Series Featuring guest speakers from philanthropy, government, and the nonprofit sector, offering insight into funding, leadership, and systems change
Community Building A dedicated space for ongoing peer connection, Q&A, and sharing opportunities throughout the month
Spotlight Opportunities Highlighting members' organizations through Veterans Collaborative’s platforms to increase visibility and recognition
