The Capacity Lab Welcomes Project Lead
Maria Kindberg of Maria Kindberg Consulting has been retained as Project Lead for The Capacity Lab.
The Capacity Lab’s (TCL) Leadership Team is pleased to announce that Maria Kindberg Consulting has been retained as Project Lead. TCL is an initiative focused on strengthening the nonprofit sector in Chautauqua County.
With a vision of building an exceptional nonprofit sector that drives transformational impact, TCL Lab works to ensure a thriving community where every person’s needs are met. As Project Lead, Kindberg will coordinate and implement The Capacity Lab’s work plan across Chautauqua County, overseeing program administration, communications, and strategic partnerships that foster collaboration and long-term organizational success.
“Maria brings more than 30 years of a unique blend of experience in nonprofit leadership, project management, and community engagement,” said Amy Rohler, Executive Director of the United Way of Chautauqua County. “Her track record of building trust, managing change, and supporting mission-driven work makes her an ideal leader for The Capacity Lab.”
Kindberg launched Maria Kindberg Consulting after her retirement as Executive Director of the Jamestown Community College Foundation. Her professional background in academic leadership at JCC, combined with her civic and community involvement, provides a wealth of experience for this role with TCL.
As Project Lead, Kindberg will be a visible and trusted presence throughout the county, connecting with nonprofit leaders, facilitating learning opportunities, and championing capacity-building efforts that promote long-term sustainability and impact.
“I’m honored to take on this role with The Capacity Lab,” Kindberg said. “Chautauqua County is home to so many passionate and dedicated organizations, and I’m excited to help strengthen their work and amplify their impact. I believe deeply in the vision of a thriving community built through collaboration, leadership, and a vibrant nonprofit sector.”
Emerging from a collaboration that began in 2018, The Capacity Lab is a partnership among philanthropic collaborators who share a commitment to strengthening nonprofits as a cornerstone of community well-being. Current partners include the United Way of Chautauqua County, the Chautauqua Region, Northern Chautauqua Community Foundations, and the Ralph C. Sheldon Foundation. In addition to these local funders, TCL is supported by the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation.
Since its launch, TCL has made a meaningful impact across Chautauqua County’s nonprofit landscape. Hundreds of nonprofit professionals and volunteers have participated in workshops, networking events, and peer learning opportunities. Highlights include a board training series hosted with NYCON that drew 227 participants, leadership cohorts for 21 nonprofit leaders, and events like the Lenses of Humanity forum and mini-conferences, which reached over 150 organizations combined.
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