The Nonprofit Cohort
Connecting Nonprofits Through Culture & Collaboration
Join our free cohort to meet, learn, and build alongside other mission-driven organizations across the Twin Cities.
Join the Cohort – It's FreeWhat is the Non-Profit Cohort?
The Non-Profit Cohort is a growing network of nonprofit professionals, collaborators, and cultural champions. We're creating intentional space to connect, learn, and co-create alongside others across all sectors.
- Share resources & opportunities
- Build cross-sector relationships
- Collaborate with arts & culture groups
- Attend events and workshops
- Promote your org’s work
Who Should Join?
Organizations with an active 501(c)3 or registered EIN who are:
Events & Happenings
Network, share resources, and connect with peers across the nonprofit landscape.
🗓️ Monthly Nonprofit Meetups
Join us once a month to network with other nonprofit leaders, share resources, learn about what other organizations are working on, and find opportunities to collaborate on or support projects happening in our community. These meetups are a chance to connect with fellow nonprofit professionals and partners in a relaxed and welcoming setting.
📍 Locations rotate across the Twin Cities.
🎟️ Free for Nonprofit Cohort members.
🎤 Guest Speaker Series
Our Guest Speaker Series brings together artists, nonprofit leaders, civic voices, and subject-matter experts from across Minnesota to share real-world insight that helps nonprofits thrive. These sessions are built to inspire, educate, and empower your work.
What You'll Learn:
- Fundraising & grant strategies
- Storytelling & videography for impact
- Cultural and equity-centered work
- Technology tools for nonprofit growth
- Navigating the local nonprofit ecosystem
- Collaborating with artists and civic leaders
🎮 Upcoming Guest Speaker Event
Storytelling & Videography for Nonprofit Impact
Date: Tuesday, July 30, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Minnesota Museum of American Art
Speaker: Ricky Collins
Ricky Collins is a Minnesota entrepreneur, creative strategist, and video director with a passion for helping people and organizations tell their story. He’s the founder of The Startup Hussle, a content and social media agency working with nonprofits, government groups, and local businesses to amplify their impact online.
With a career that includes producing for names like Floyd Mayweather and Eric Thomas, Ricky brings high-level storytelling experience to every project — but his heart is in community work. Whether through video, authentic messaging, or simple digital strategy, he helps nonprofits "hussle better" in a digital world.
When he’s not behind the camera, Ricky supports entrepreneurs, mentors young creatives, and leads grassroots projects throughout the Twin Cities.
This event is free for Nonprofit Cohort members (and it’s easy to join!)
Ready to Join?
Be part of something bigger. Let’s build a creative, connected nonprofit community.