Grantee

Institute for Not-for-Profit Management (INM) at Columbia Business School
New York, NY

Grant amount

$6,525

About

In the early 70s, a group of corporate philanthropists recognized the many dedicated people in the non-profit sector that had grown into management positions, but never had any related or formal experience. Together they put together a proposal to Columbia University to see if it was feasible to offer management training to help them run their organizations more effectively and efficiently, and therefore, help their fundraising dollars to go farther.

Grant Objectives

INM uses the grants it receives as scholarships to offset the cost of the management training courses for managers in the non-profit sector. These courses improve an individual’s ability to function within the organization. Approximately 100 people come through the program each year.

Measurable Results

Managers who complete the course receive a certificate from Columbia. One woman who completed the course works to preserve open space in Nassau County, Long Island. She founded an organization that encourages municipalities, local government, and state officials to deal with environmental issues and preserve green space. What began as a volunteer organization quickly grew. After completing the program she was able to devise a strategic plan, which is evaluated by experienced staff and has now been approved by the organization’s board of directors and is currently being implemented. Completing the training at INM has significantly increased her effectiveness.

An Innovative Approach

The Rauch Foundation routinely supports the local Long Island and Maryland communities with grants in several areas. By investing in INM, The Rauch Foundation is helping to create more effective management teams for the organizations it supports. The Rauch Foundation has helped to open INM’s sphere of influence and open doors on Long Island by giving INM the opportunity to make training available to those who might otherwise not be able to participate.

There are courses geared toward both middle management and executive directors. These courses teach new ways of thinking to implement innovations. Participants will complete a 360˚ survey with input from both subordinates and upper management to learn to more effectively communicate their agency’s mission and relate to people at all levels.

For more information about the Institute for Not-for-Profit Management (INM) at Columbia Business School visit http://www4.gsb.columbia.edu/execed/inm?linkid=Rauch.