About
the capacity lab
Building a sustainable
nonprofit sector
We’re on a mission to align resources and develop collaborative strategies that strengthen the Chautauqua County nonprofit sector.
Our vision? Nothing less than an exceptional nonprofit sector in Chautauqua County that produces transformational impact, leading to a thriving community where every person’s needs are met.
about the capacity lab
The Capacity Lab is a collaborative initiative aimed at supporting nonprofits. Our goal is to empower nonprofit organizations and leaders in Chautauqua County by aligning resources and fostering collaborative strategies. We believe that strong nonprofits are the backbone of thriving communities, and by strengthening their capacity, we can help amplify their impact.
The Capacity Lab’s program and resource offerings have and continue to be directly informed by data and feedback from local nonprofits, which has resulted in the focus of three strategic objectives:
Investing in the career growth of nonprofit professionals
Connecting nonprofits with resources and one another
Supporting shared services amongst organizations
Launched in 2018, the initiative is a collective approach across several local funders with support from the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation.
