VOLUNTEER
BVU connects businesses and people to meaningful volunteer opportunities serving Northeast Ohio nonprofits.
CONNECT
BVU matches civic-minded professionals and teams with meaningful service opportunities.
Nonprofit Board Matching
Board CONNECT matches professionals to nonprofit board opportunities that align with their passions and experience.
Skills-Based Volunteering
Skill CONNECT pairs skills-based volunteers with the unique needs of nonprofits, facilitating pro bono connections that generate impact.
Direct Service Volunteering
Volunteer CONNECT provides community and corporate volunteers with opportunities to support nonprofits’ direct service needs.
EDUCATE
Which expert-led seminar or leadership development program is right for you?
Civic Leadership Summit
A morning of education, connection, and action, this annual conference covers an important opportunity or challenge facing nonprofits and those who care about them. Join us on October 24, 2024 to dive into AI for Social Impact.
Nonprofit Leadership Advancement Program
This cohort-based professional development series provides relevant, evidence-based training for local nonprofit executives. Apply today for the 2025 cohort!
Nonprofit Seminars
From fundraising to succession planning, BVU’s seminars empower nonprofit leaders to take action and maximize impact.
Role of the Board
BVU’s flagship training prepares nonprofit board members of all experience levels for meaningful, effective board service.
Resource Center
Check out our online hub of resources for helpful articles, sample documents, nonprofit job postings, and more!
CONSULT
Our areas of expertise span nonprofit governance, corporate community engagement, and more.
Nonprofit Consulting
Does your organization need an experienced outside observer to facilitate change? BVU’s team provides quality, practical consulting that meets the unique needs of each organization.
Business Consulting
Does your company’s community engagement plan need a tune-up? Let’s work together to deliver results that positively impact both your employees and your community.