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Lead with Purpose.


Healthy Christian Nonprofits Transforming Our Community

Good Works is a membership community and equipping network serving faith-driven nonprofits

God calls us to do good works as one body in Christ

Ephesians 2 and Romans 12

We know from experience that leading a faith-based nonprofit can be both extremely rewarding and uniquely challenging.


Our community is designed to help you and your Christian nonprofit operate with excellence and maximize your impact.

Join the Community

Applications are Now Open!

The next MAA program will launch in September 2025 and run through March 2026.


Organizations completing the MAA will receive a $10,000 grant!


The Mission Advancement Academy© (MAA) is Good Works Community’s flagship accelerator program, designed to equip Christian nonprofits with the knowledge and tools needed to maximize their impact by focusing on six key areas: strategy, impact measurement, governance, stewardship, operations, and leadership.


The application deadline is June 30, 2025, and selected organizations will be notified by July 15, 2025.

P27 Peer Cohorts

Monthly, Sept 2025 - May 2026


Join a P27 Peer Group and get what every Christian nonprofit leader needs: wise counsel, fresh ideas, and prayerful support from peers who understand your role. Each monthly session is expertly facilitated to help you solve challenges, grow as a leader, and stay encouraged.


GWC plans to offer four P27 Groups starting fall 2025::


  • Executive Directors/CEOs
  • Board Members
  • Development & Marketing Staff
  • Program Staff


$450 for members, $900 for nonmembers. 


Space is limited— secure your spot today!

Good Works Community's Bold Vision

UPCOMING EVENTS

Equip your staff and board members with the tools they need to lead with excellence. Join us for in-person and online events covering key topics including:


  • Fundraising Strategies
  • Effective Program Management
  • Board Governance Best Practices
  • Leadership Development
  • And More!

Some events are for members only
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Our Christian Nonprofit Excellence Model

Organizational Effectiveness

Good Strategy

Good Impact

Sustainable Resources

   Good Stewardship

Good Operations

Biblical Leadership

Good Leadership

Good Governance

What We Provide

Professional Learning

Peer Cohorts

Expert Coaching

Member Network

Curated Resources

How You Benefit

Increased Funding

Stronger Teams

Expanded Impact

Engaged Boards

Valuable Relationships

Robert Dorrough, God of Hope Executive Director

"It has been a wonderful blessing to participate in Good Works Community.

The God of Hope Team has learned so much about how to serve God with excellence!" 

Robert Dorrough, God of Hope Executive Director

"It has been a wonderful blessing to participate in Good Works Community.

The God of Hope Team has learned so much about how to serve God with excellence!" 

Robert Dorrough, God of Hope Executive Director

"It has been a wonderful blessing to participate in Good Works Community.

The God of Hope Team has learned so much about how to serve God with excellence!" 

Good Works Community is proud to serve as the Greater Austin partner of Mission Increase