ALIGN Fellowship:
Powered by Proximity
Advancing Leadership through Identity, Grounding, and Networking
A 9-month leadership development experience for nonprofit leaders in Southern Nevada, designed to amplify your impact, strengthen your network, and connect your lived experience to transformative leadership.
✨ Grounded in Identity
Leverage your lived experiences as a leadership strength
✨ Rooted in Community
Build reciprocal relationships and peer accountability
✨ Powered by Proximity
Lead change informed by the realities of those you serve
What is ALIGN?
ALIGN, in partnership with the Las Vegas Raiders, is an intentional, cohort-based learning community that supports emerging nonprofit leaders in advancing sustainable, transformative change within the communities they serve. Grounded in a holistic approach, ALIGN is built to activate generational health, strengthen relational leadership, and support strategic legacy design.
Who Should Apply?
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Early- to mid-career nonprofit leaders with 5+ years cumulative experience in the sector.
- Nonprofit leaders with 3+ years in decision-making roles e.g. Program/Department Directors and Managers, Executive/Deputy Directors, Senior Program Officers, Grassroots Organizers, Founders/Co-Founders.
- Nonprofit leaders employed full-time at a Nevada-based nonprofit and intend to remain with their organization for the next 2-3 years.
- Nonprofit leaders serving communities they are deeply connected to through identity, lived experience, and/or geography.
- Nonprofit leaders committed to addressing the needs of historically underserved populations—such as low-income individuals, people of color, youth, and residents of rural areas.
- Micro-Grant - Support your organization's mission and fuel your growth as a leader.
- Renewed Energy, Purpose, and Clarity - Reconnect with your "why" and create a personalized roadmap to begin building your leadership legacy with intention.
- A Stronger, Clearer Leadership Voice - Greater confidence in articulating your vision, making strategic decisions, and influencing change.
Why ALIGN?
If you bring deep commitment, lived experience, and a vision for change in your community, ALIGN is here to provide the structure, support, and network you need to amplify that vision into lasting impact. This fellowship centers proximate leaders—those whose identities are closely connected to the communities they serve—through peer learning, strategic coaching, and themed workshops guided by key discovery questions.
What You'll Experience Over 9 Months
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Monthly Peer-Led Advising Circles (Virtual)
Reciprocal feedback and problem-solving with peer fellows who share your commitment to growth. -
Monthly Coaching (Virtual)
Personalized leadership guidance to bridge learning and practice. -
Leadership & Skills Assessments
Measure growth, clarify goals, and celebrate strengths. - Networking Opportunities (In-Person)
Connect with policymakers, funders, and community leaders. -
Capstone Project
Real-world leadership initiative designed and led by you. - Monthly Workshop Sessions (In-Person)
Interactive, content-rich sessions with subject matter experts.
Monthly Workshop Schedule
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Thursday, November 20, 2025
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Thursday, May 21, 2026
In-Person Location: The Las Vegas Raiders are proudly hosting the ALIGN Fellowship at their state-of-the-art headquarters in Henderson, Nevada.
What are the Next Steps?
Ready to ALIGN your leadership with your legacy? Apply now to join a network of leaders who are shaping the future of Southern Nevada’s nonprofit sector.
What you'll need to submit a complete application:
✅ Tentative Micro-Grant Investment Plan
✅ Letter of Support, printed on letterhead, and signed by your supervisor, endorsing your participation in ALIGN and supporting your time commitment away from your regular duties (a helpful template can be found here)
✅ Current resume or CV that covers, at a minimum, the last 5 years
Applications are OPEN and will be reviewed on a rolling basis through September 05, 2025. Seating is limited.
Questions? Dr. Alee Moore can help.
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About Nevada GrantLab
Nevada GrantLab supports nonprofit organizations and their government partners to access and administer federal grants that benefit Nevadans. Our work is backed by a network of passionate experts who provide guidance and technical assistance and is made possible by generous philanthropic support.