Investing in the People Who Power the Mission: How GFOF is Helping Nonprofits Access State-Funded Training Support

At Good For Others Foundation (GFOF), we believe that the strength of the nonprofit sector lies in the people who serve it. That’s why we’re always looking for ways to help organizations build capacity, develop their teams, and increase their impact without stretching already-tight budgets.

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve submitted our first nonprofit sector grant (and hope to submit ongoing grants) to help support nonprofit organizations across California in accessing state-funded resources through the Employment Training Panel (ETP) Multiple Employer Contract (MEC) program. A powerful, underutilized opportunity that could provide free training to nonprofits.

A Game-Changer for Nonprofit Professional Development

Nonprofits often face the challenge of wanting to invest in their staff while working with limited training dollars. The ETP MEC program changes that. It allows qualifying organizations to receive free employee training with no upfront costs and minimal administrative burden.

Through this partnership, GFOF is helping nonprofits navigate and benefit from the MEC program, making it easier than ever to build stronger, more skilled teams across California.

What Kind of Training Is Covered?

One of the most exciting aspects of the MEC program is its flexibility. Organizations can choose training that aligns with their mission and day-to-day operations, including:

• Leadership and management development

• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) practices

• Program tools like Salesforce and Apricot

• Trauma-informed care and client communication

• Fundraising strategy and grant writing

• Financial management, HR, and compliance

• Digital tools like Excel, Teams, Zoom, and CRMs

• Customer service and language skills

  
  

Whether you're equipping new supervisors, training on new technology, or investing in more inclusive workplace practices, this program can help you cover the cost.

Who Qualifies?

If your organization meets the following, you may be eligible:

✔ You’re a nonprofit located in California

✔ You employ full-time W2 staff

✔ Your employees earn at or above minimum wage

✔ You provide training that builds job-related skills

Why Partner with GFOF to Access the MEC Program?

At GFOF, we do more than inform—we walk alongside organizations to help them make the most of opportunities like this. When you partner with us:

• You don’t have to deal with red tape - we manage the compliance and reporting

• You can start training immediately - no waiting for complex approvals

• You stay in control - you choose what your team needs to learn

• You build capacity without breaking your budget - let the state invest in your staff

  
  

Strengthening the Sector, Together

This initiative is one more way GFOF is living out our mission to strengthen the nonprofit sector from the inside out. By helping organizations access ETP MEC funding, we’re ensuring more nonprofit professionals get the tools, training, and confidence they need to thrive in their roles—and ultimately, serve communities more effectively.

We’d love to talk with you about how your nonprofit can benefit. Let’s explore your eligibility and get you free training.

Reach out to us at Jo@goodforothers.org to learn more and get started.