The MetroWest Nonprofit Network (MWNN) is proud to celebrate the graduation of the 2025 cohort of the Certificate in Nonprofit Management for Practitioners. The 2025 graduates reflect the strength and diversity of the region’s nonprofit sector, representing a wide range of missions, roles, and lived experiences united by a shared commitment to community impact.
MWNN’s 12-week Certificate in Nonprofit Management program has now supported nonprofit professionals for five consecutive years. The program is designed to strengthen leadership capacity, deepen practical nonprofit management skills, and foster meaningful connections among peers — creating a lasting network of colleagues and local experts committed to collaboration and shared learning.
“This year’s cohort brought thoughtfulness, curiosity, and a deep sense of purpose to every conversation,” said Leah Parker-Moldover, Executive Director of the MetroWest Nonprofit Network and 2021 graduate of the program. “Their willingness to learn from one another and engage honestly with the challenges of nonprofit leadership is what makes this program so impactful. We are honored to celebrate their accomplishments and excited to see how they continue to strengthen our communities.”
Please join us in congratulating this year’s cohort and celebrating the 2025 graduates!
- Sean Ahern, Director of Operations, Newton Food Pantry
- Sharisse Candito, Data Analyst, Green Jobs Academy
- Kimberly Chisholm, Executive Director, 26.2 Foundation
- Martha Coleman, Program Coordinator, LVM Literacy Unlimited
- Michelle Delaney, President, Board of Directors, Gifts of Hope Unlimited
- Ben Echevarria, Executive Director, English At Large
- Shaina Laura Fils-Aimé, Nonprofit Community Leader
- Ergon Gjika, Clinical Director of Residential Services, RFK Community Alliance
- Nancy Johnson, Program Director, Better Day Adult Social Day Program
- Renana Kehoe, Director of Development, Bellforge Arts Center
- Jenny Klein-Sosa, Board Chair, Newton Neighbors
- Kara Kilroy, President, Jansen de Vries Syndrome Foundation
- Rachel Krompinger, Nonprofit Community Leader
- Patricia Leary, Independent Consultant
- Ian Mevorach, Founder and Director, Common Street Spiritual Center
- Elizabeth Montemayor, Board Member, SPARK Kindness
- Jean Nam, Administrative Assistant, Sudbury Foundation
- Shannon Rolston, Executive Administrator, Joe Andruzzi Foundation
- Caitlin Sawicki, Director of Development, Circle of Hope
- Aruna Sharma, Founder and Executive Producer, CNS Group Foundation
- Taina Sims, Founder, Thoughtful Life Coach
- Melanie Slabaugh, Development and Communications Manager, Academy of Music Theatre
- Dawn Sorensen, Co-Founder, Safer Spaces Project
- Kirsten Spargo, Director of Operations, Household Goods
- Tracey Stoll, Executive Director, The Common Room Inc.
- Maureen White, Principal, Maureen White Consulting
- Sarah Whiteman, Co-Founder, Safer Spaces Project
Reflecting on the experience, Jenny Klein-Sosa shared, “I enjoyed the MWNN Certificate in Nonprofit Management program on many levels, from learning timely and relevant content to making valuable connections with other local nonprofit leaders who share a passion for community building and service. The topics are right on target and directly applicable to the work of the organization I represent. I am so grateful to be part of this program!”
“These graduates now join a growing community of nonprofit leaders who are shaping the future of our region and beyond,” Parker-Moldover added. “We look forward to staying connected and supporting their continued growth as leaders and changemakers.”
As MWNN continues to champion the success of nonprofit organizations across MetroWest and beyond, the Certificate in Nonprofit Management program remains a cornerstone of its mission. With a curriculum that explores nonprofit leadership, governance, finance, fundraising, equity, and more, the program prepares participants to meet community needs with confidence, clarity, and collaboration.
You can learn more about this program at https://metrowestnonprofit.org/certificate/.