The Toledo Neighborhood Capacity Building Institute (TNCBI) program will run October 2026 through June 2027.

TNCBI is designed to build support for neighborhood revitalization through engaging select nonprofit organizations to build capacity in strategic areas for effective neighborhood revitalization and sustainability.

New Community Development Block Grant applicants must have completed or be registered for TNCBI before receiving funding.

To Apply

Applicants should be ready to provide information about their:

  • Organization and Mission
  • Communities and populations served
  • Current programs and services
  • Board and leadership structure
  • Organizational strengths and capacity-building needs
  • Current funding and financial structure
  • Organization goals for participating in TNCBI
  • 501(c)3 verification

Questions? Call 419-245-1400

Apply Here

Application Closes September 27

What to Expect

Weekly sessions from October 2026 through June 2027 will provide:

Interactive Learning with subject matter experts and community development professionals

Technical Assistance
to help organizations address specific needs

Peer Learning with Toledo nonprofit leaders

Practical Application including tools, plans, policies, strategies, and more

Capstone Project that demonstrates how TNCBI program will strengthen community impact

Program Framework

Leadership & Governance

  • Board Development
  • Leadership Development
  • Effective Meetings
  • Succession Planning

Strategic & Organizational Development

  • Mission and Vision
  • Strategic Planning
  • Organizational Infrastructure
  • Sustainability

Financial Management

  • Budgeting
  • Financial Policy
  • Internal Controls
  • Financial Readiness

Funding & Resource Development

  • Grant Writing
  • Fund Development
  • Fundraising
  • Funding REadiness

Partnerships & Communication

  • Collaborative Partnerships
  • Marketing
  • Storytelling
  • Communications
  • Community Relationships