NextGen Learning & Leadership Program
Empowering the Next Generation of Community Changemakers
The NextGen Learning & Leadership Program is a collaborative initiative of Tri-Valley Nonprofit Alliance (TVNPA) and Three Valleys Community Foundation (3VCF) designed to inspire, educate, and equip high school students who are passionate about making a difference in their communities.
Through a unique combination of leadership development, nonprofit education, philanthropy, and one-on-one mentorship, participants gain an inside look at how nonprofits create meaningful change while developing the knowledge and skills to become tomorrow’s community leaders. Whether students aspire to launch a nonprofit, strengthen a community initiative, serve on a board, pursue a career in the nonprofit sector, or simply become more engaged citizens, NextGen provides the foundation
to turn passion into action.
A Partnership Built on Shared Purpose
NextGen brings together the complementary strengths of TVNPA and 3VCF.
Three Valleys Community Foundation introduces students to the power of philanthropy, charitable giving, and community investment, while Tri-Valley Nonprofit Alliance provides an immersive look into nonprofit leadership and connects students directly with experienced nonprofit executives through a structured mentoring program.
Together, the two organizations have created a six-month experience that combines classroom learning, real-world perspectives, and meaningful professional relationships to prepare the next generation of community changemakers.
What Participants Experience
Throughout the program, students participate in:
- Interactive leadership workshops
- Nonprofit management and operations education
- Philanthropy and community impact discussions
- Fundraising and resource development training
- Board governance and nonprofit finance sessions
- Collaboration and community engagement activities
- Monthly one-on-one mentoring with local nonprofit leaders
- Networking with nonprofit executives, foundation leaders, and community professionals
The experience is designed to help students understand not only how nonprofits operate, but why collaboration, leadership, and philanthropy are essential to building thriving communities.
Who Participates?
The inaugural cohort includes students selected from across the Tri-Valley who have already demonstrated a commitment to service and leadership.
Participants include:
- Young people recognized for their philanthropic leadership
- Student founders and leaders of nonprofit organizations or community initiatives
- Active volunteers
- Members of local Youth Advisory Councils and Youth Commissions
The first cohort represents students from 13 high schools throughout the region.
Building Tomorrow’s Nonprofit Leaders
The nonprofit sector depends on visionary, compassionate leaders who understand the importance of service, collaboration, and civic engagement.
By introducing students to nonprofit leadership early and connecting them with experienced professionals, NextGen helps cultivate a new generation of leaders prepared to strengthen communities for years to come.
Interested in Learning More?
Future cohort opportunities will be announced by Tri-Valley Nonprofit Alliance and Three Valleys Community Foundation.