The Meyer Foundation's Exponent Award recognizes strong and effective nonprofit leaders with a track record of accomplishment who have the potential for future growth and development. It is intended for executives who may be in danger of burnout or who would benefit from a leadership development grant to take their skills and organization to a new level. Organizations of award recipients receive a grant of $100,000 over two years to be used for leadership development.
Criteria:
Nominees should have the following:
- Demonstrated success as managers, including hiring and retaining skilled staff, instituting sound financial management, and increasing the quality and impact of the organization's work.
- Proven effectiveness as a leader, including working in partnership with a committed and engaged board of directors, taking on community leadership roles, and serving as an advocate for the organization and those it serves.
Since the award represents a significant investment in the leader's organization, the Meyer Foundation will, in choosing award recipients, consider the organization's reputation, the effectiveness of its board, its financial stability, and the likelihood that the grant will help create lasting change.