Nonprofit Fixer Fellowship
Group Coaching Program for Nonprofit Leaders

Join the Nonprofit Fixer Fellowship to learn to become fireproof, have a four-day workweek, and get your board to fundraise for you in 12 months or less.

Nonprofit leadership is hard.

There is no user manual. It can feel like you have been thrown in the deep end with little support.

You are expected to DO and BE all things for all people. But who is taking care of you?

Nonprofit leadership doesn’t have to be overwhelming, exhausting, or confusing.

With the right support, strategies, and tools, you can confidently run any nonprofit!

You can get better pay, less stress, and more balance. You can have a board that fundraises, supports you and stays in their lane!

Build your community, career, confidence, and cause!

Do these struggles sound familiar?

You were thrown in the deep end with no guidance, roadmap for what success looks like.

Lacking Clarity and Confidence

You have settled for less pay and no protections for your income, family, reputation, or career.

Crappy Pay and Protections

alone

You feel stressed, burned out, isolated, and worried you aren’t cut out for this role. It’s swallowing your life, not enriching it

Burned Out and Alone

The Fixer Fellowship Group Coaching Program

This is the premier group coaching program for new and experienced nonprofit leaders in the US (founders, board leaders, executive directors, and C-suite staff) who want to invest in themselves and unleash their leadership and earning potential. 

If you are ready to:

  • Make more money and protect your salary, career, and reputation with an employment contract!

  • Learn how to confidently run ANY nonprofit organization

  • Build an engaged board that raises money, has your back, and stays in their lane

Then this program is for you!

MY SIGNATURE PROGRAM:

The Fixer Fellowship Group Coaching Program

WHAT YOU’LL GET INSIDE

The Fixer Fellowship is a Powerful combination of multiple elements. 

1. Training and Curriculum

  • World-class training curriculum and training portal.

  • 12-month access to the Executive Director Boot Camp: an on-demand (self-paced) course with 25+ Video Lessons ($700 value).

  • Get a PDF of the course deck upon completion of the course. It’s like a checklist for running any nonprofit ($200).

  • Tools and Resources: Unlock a vault of 40+ powerful tools, templates, swipe files, checklists, infographics, contracts, sample policies, and more, so you get a shortcut to success without cutting corners. There is no need to reinvent the wheel. Steal my vault of resources. ($1000 value).

  • Certificate of course completion for your resume and LinkedIn to demonstrate your competency In nonprofit management (Priceless). Put it on your resume and Linkedin profile.

  • My fundraising eBook: “Fundraising Power Pack: 25+ Practical and Pro Resources to Boost Your Fundraising Power ($35).

2. One-on-one support:

  • If you pay in full, you’ll get a 30-minute strategy call with Sean within 12 months.

3. Group Coaching and community (peer support) for 12 months

  • 12 months of bi-weekly 1-hour Zoom calls where you can receive support from Sean and your peers (recorded for later access).

  • Join my exclusive and powerful private Slack community where you can collaborate, build your network and relationships, and get support from Sean and your peers.

  • Have work reviewed by your peers and Sean.

  • An opportunity to sit in the hot seat and have all your peers help you with a challenge you are facing.

  • You will receive an invitation to my exclusive Facebook group, where I offer additional support for 12 months ($1500 value).

4. Discounts on trainings and other products.

And other surprises!

Who is this program for?

The Nonprofit Fixer Fellowship is perfect for paid or unpaid:

  • New nonprofit leaders

  • Aspiring nonprofit leaders

  • Board leaders (Chairs and officers)

  • Founders of nonprofits

  • Nonprofit consultants serving executive directors

  • Nonprofit nerds who want to learn how to run ANY nonprofit

  • Mid-later career executive directors facing isolation, burnout, imposter syndrome or other limiting beliefs. 

You don’t need to be at any particular size organization or experience level. This group is powerful because of the variety of skills and backgrounds of our fellows. 

What My Coaching Clients Are Saying...

Since starting Fixer Fellowship, Melinda implemented a Board Agreement, ED Contract, and budget with kudos from her Board.

Beth filled her toolkit with invaluable skills and strategies for HR, compliance, and her board.

Monique got specific and real-time answers to key questions facing the future of her foundation.

Irene and her organization dramatically expanded how they raise money, improved their website, and enhanced key messaging.

Leigh grew confidence as a leader and conquered self-belief;
a key factor in moving her organization forward.

Since starting coaching, Will is now raising more money, leading with clarity, and feeling empowered every step of the way!

Leah worked closely with Sean to build a strong foundation to set her family and organization up for success.

Marcela transformed and leveled up her leadership through dedicated time and effort.

Morgan’s leadership has reached new heights since she started Executive Leadership Coaching.

Michelle worked closely with her Fellows in the group to brainstorm solutions and received 1:1 support from Sean.

Teresa filled her toolkit with key resources and connected with her Fellows to fuel her (and her organization’s) growth!


"It's a new challenge, and I'm ready for it. I also want to acknowledge that it means a lot for Sean to provide this opportunity for BIPOC-led nonprofits like mine. BIPOC-led nonprofits are often overlooked and don't have the same opportunities to pay for this kind of crucial training that is so needed for our growth, so things like this are a huge step forward.

— Sheri Munsell | Executive Director, Hope Gain Network

Meet Your Coach

Hi! I’m Sean, The Nonprofit FIxer and your co-pilot!

Why am I the best choice to help you? Because I have been through the fire and know your struggles.

I’ve experienced burnout, had crappy and dysfunctional boards ALL UP IN MY BUSINESS!!

I found a way to earn more money, have more balance and rest.

As someone who has run five separate organizations and worked in every role imaginable, I wanted to create a group coaching program that will teach you how to run ANY nonprofit - with confidence.

I built this program to simplify the role and connect the dots for you. Believe it or not, you can run a nonprofit organization and experience less overwhelm and more work-life balance.

I had to do many things the hard way to become a successful leader, but now I can show you the easy way: shortcuts to success without cutting corners. 

If you’re looking for a keep-it-simple, no-B.S. copilot to help you navigate this world, you’re in the right place!

“One of my board members recommended that I sign up for The Nonprofit Fixer Fellowship. From my very first day in the program, I recognized the wisdom of following her advice!

Sean Kosofsky is delivering "everything an executive director wanted to know, but was afraid to ask" in this program. From the overviews presented in his infographics to the worksheets and templates that provide guidance on the top 10 responsibilities an ED needs to fulfill, Sean provides an "ED toolbox" that will be useful long after the program ends. His live training/coaching calls, hot seat sessions, and rapid, personalized responses to individual questions push the program over the top in terms of value.”

— Monique Y. Wells | Founder and CEO, Wells International Foundation

More Testimonials from Coaching Clients

Renee invested in her leadership and connected with fellow founders while moving the needle forward in her organization.

Karen found clarity for her organization and leadership, which supported a successful transition and merger for all.

Benefits you will enjoy in the Fixer Fellowship Group Coaching program

  • Confidence and Clarity: Gain unwavering confidence in navigating the intricate landscape of nonprofit leadership. The ED Bootcamp/group coaching program will help equip you with actionable insights to run any nonprofit effectively. You’ll know what your job is and isn’t - and what work belongs to the board or your team. Learn exactly what the 10 top responsibilities of an ED are so you can delegate or ignore the rest.

  • Build community and create life-long relationships so you can all support each other. Connect with like-minded EDs who share your challenges, triumphs, and aspirations. Foster a supportive network that goes beyond professional development.

  • Expert Shortcuts: Learn how to get ahead without cutting corners—ED Bootcamp/group coaching program provides a strategic path to success without compromising integrity. Your journey is guided by experienced leaders who understand your industry.

  • Get a vault of resources that give you a shortcut to success without cutting corners.

  • Stand in your power and know your value so you can make more money and get better employment protections so a rogue board member or a simple mistake doesn’t cost you your job. (It happens!!!). 

  • Learn how to protect your career, salary, family, and sanity with a legal contract.

  • Learn to build an engaged, sophisticated board that raises money, supports you, and stays in their lane. Get the respect you deserve hold your board to the same standards they have for you! You don’t have to do it all alone!

  • Personalized Guidance: Experience clarity like never before as we focus on your unique circumstances. Receive personalized advice tailored to your specific role, ensuring you can drive impactful change.

  • Raise more money in more ways…faster. Enlist your stakeholders so you aren’t doing it alone. 

  • Learn how to manage your week and workflow for more sanity, self-care, and sustainability. Get permission to do less and still get paid more!

  • Learn how to engage and build your board so they raise money, stay in their lane, and stop micromanaging you. 

  • Learn what laws, policies, and rules matter and which dont:)

  • Learn how to confront and defeat imposter syndrome. 

  • Learn how to reduce isolation in your leadership role

  • Certification: Elevate your resume with a certificate showcasing your commitment to professional growth and excellence in nonprofit leadership.

  • Get a vault of dozens of world-class, proven tools. Use them for the rest of your nonprofit career.

What’s In It For You?

The Fellowship is a suite of tools and support curated specifically to accelerate your career, build your confidence, connect you to a community of peers and help you make more money

You walk away from The Nonprofit Fixer Fellowship with my personalized support paired with a new community of other leaders by your side. You will also have the support of my Executive Director Boot Camp curriculum, which will definitively show you how to confidently run any nonprofit.

It’s your time. You don’t have to have a poverty wage. You don’t have to settle for a dysfunctional board. You can have a 4-day workweek and weekends to yourself. In short, you can thrive and master the job of your dreams.

Ready to invest in yourself? Get your organization or a funder to cover the cost!
 Click here to book a 1:1 call!

What’s Inside The Course?

10 Modules  with More Than 25 Lessons of Training and 
35+ tools, templates, examples, sample policies, worksheets and tipsheets!

Modules 2 & 3: Fundraising & Finance

  • Compliance, Risk, and Tax considerations

  • Critical Fundraising Tools and Responsibilities

Module 1: Leadership

  • A love & hate role

  • Mindset and isolation

  • Broad Leadership Skills

Module 4: Compliance & Best Practices

  • Federal Compliance

  • State Compliance

  • Best practices and Advanced Considerations

Module 5: Human Resources

  • Managing employees

  • Protecting your own sanity, severance, career and reputation

  • Basic HR tasks for an ED

Module 6: Technology & Operations

  • Critical technology for your organization and team

  • Physical space and core functions

Module 7: Programs & Advocacy

  • The ED’s role in achieving the mission through programs

  • Charity vs. advocacy to change the world

Module 8: Community Relations & Communications

  • How to engage the public and work in coalition

  • Engaging the press and telling your story effectively

Module 9: Board Support & Development

  • Recruit, retain, and remove board members

  • Tackling the Members, the Meetings, and the Money

  • Critical Division of Labor

Module 10: Common ED Mistakes

  • Thinking about financials

  • Protecting yourself

  • Feedback and building board allies

Powerful Tools You Get in the The Fixer Fellowship

  • Sample ED employment contract

  • A unique value proposition worksheet so you can stand out more to donors and funders

  • A framework and infographic for storytelling skills so you and your board can fundraise more powerfully

  • Sample set of “budget-to-actual financials” in a

  • Sample rainy day fund policy - have less stress and more resilience

  • Sample board meeting, agenda, and meeting minutes so you have better meetings with structure

  • Sample internal financial controls to stay compliant

  • Sample ED job description - for clarity on your job

  • Sample ED/Board Chair meeting agenda

  • Sample ED report to your Bard to improve communications

  • Sample Board orientation checklist to prevent the #1 problem boards complain about

  • “Is/is not” planning tool to build alignment on your team

  • “Get in your Lane” infographic for a clear division of labor

  • Sample sabbatical policy

  • Executive Director salary calculator

  • Sample gift acceptance policy

  •  10 Top responsibilities of a nonprofit Executive Director

  • Sample organizational chart

  • Ultimate Guide to Leadership Coaching infographic

  • How to build a supporter list from Scratch

  • 9 Core Responsibilities of Board Members

  • 18 Powerful and creative metrics you’re not using but should

  • Development plan template to make fundraising easier

  • Sample Board Agreement to get your board engaged & fundraising

  • Sample operations manual template so critical information is all in one place

  • Nonprofit compliance checklist to keep you out of trouble

  • Ladder of Engagement infographic to show you how to enlist others in your work and grow your organization

  • How to create a mission statement

  • ED Success Journal to track all your accomplishments

  • The elements of a case statement to raise more money

  • Development Director hiring matrix to avoid bias in hiring

  • Sample conflict of interest policy to stay legal and aligned

  • A powerfully effective board fundraising worksheet to get your board raising more money quickly

  • How to avoid coalition worst practices

  • 12 things White leaders can do now from more diversity

  • Letter from an ED to their Team about virtual spring cleaning

  • An article about when the ED should leave

  • 25+ Tips for More Pay and Less Stress - a checklist

  • Board Report Card to evaluate their work

  • Nonprofit Resumé (nonprofit one-pager)

  • Phases in Nonprofit Executive Search Infographic

  • Ultimate Guide to Nonprofit Executive Director Compensation

  • Fundraising Goals Chart

  • Fundraising Pyramid Template

  • And more tools being added all the time…

My Guarantee: I am 100% convinced you will find value in this program.
If you do not find value in the group coaching program after 3 months, you may request a refund.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • The group coaching program is $3,000. ($2,500 If you have ever previously purchased the Executive Director Boot Camp. If you enroll in the Fellowship, we will turn on 12 additional months of access to the Boot Camp and the course is new and improved!)

  • The Fixer Fellowship combines several elements.

    1. Training and Curriculum

    • World-class training curriculum and training portal. You get 12 months of Executive Director Boot Camp, an on-demand (self-paced) course with 25+ Video Modules. Upon completion of the course, you will receive a PDF of the course deck. It’s like a checklist for running any nonprofit. You’ll also get a certificate of completion to show off on your resume and Linkedin.

    • Nonprofit Power Tools: Unlock a vault of 40+ powerful tools, templates, swipe files, checklists, infographics, contracts, sample policies, and more so you get a shortcut to success without cutting corners. There is no need to reinvent the wheel. You’ll be far ahead of your peers with these resources.

    • Raise more money in more ways with my Fundraising eBook: “Fundraising Power Pack: 25+ Practical and Pro Resources to Boost Your Fundraising Power.

    2. Group Coaching and Community (peer support) for 12 months

    • 12 months of bi-weekly 1-hour group coaching calls with me and your peers to help you with mindset challenges and personal goals. (Calls are on Zoom and recorded for later access).

    • An opportunity to sit in the hot seat and have all your peers help you with a challenge you are facing.

    • BONUS: All prior coaching calls are available in the Fellowship Training portal so you can see how your peers and I have tackled other nonprfit leadership challenges.

    3. Community Support 24/7

    • Join my exclusive and powerful private Slack community where you can collaborate, build your network and relationships, and get support from Sean and your peers.

    • You will receive an invitation to my exclusive Facebook group, where I offer additional support for 12 months

    • Have work reviewed by your peers and Sean.

    4. Discounts on trainings and other products.

    And other surprises!

    The price for the Nonprofit Fixer Fellowship is just one payment of $3000 or 6 monthly payments of $550.

  • The Program begins almost immediately and will last for 12 months. You will have the opportunity to extend your tenure in the Fellowship for a fee.

  • Absolutely! If you pay in full, you will receive a 30-minute strategy call with me, Sean, at any time before the end of the program. You can schedule this call using the provided link you’ll receive after you enroll. You can use this call for anything: coaching, consulting, training, Q&A, or deep dives into the curriculum. Virtually anything.

  • Yes! Visit the link below to book a decision support call directly with me! Based on your goals and our conversation together, I will tell you honestly if I think my group coaching program is the best fit for your situation or not. I look forward to chatting with you.

    Link To Book: https://www.nonprofitfixer.com/schedule-oct-launch

  • The Nonprofit Fixer Fellowship is perfect for paid or unpaid

    • New nonprofit leaders

    • Aspiring nonprofit leaders

    • Board leaders

    • Founders

    • Nonprofit consultants specifically serving executive directors

    • Nonprofit Nerds who just want to learn how to run ANY nonprofit

    • Mid-later career executive directors facing isolation, burnout, imposter syndrome or other limiting beliefs.

  • Who is this not for? This program is not for casual nonprofit enthusiasts or entry-level staff.

  • No, you do not need to be at a particular skill or experience level. It is specifically the variety of skills and backgrounds that will make this group powerful.  

  • At the end of your time in the Fellowship, you'll have the opportunity to continue in the Fellowship for another year for $500 off.