What is Path?
Path is an interactive seven-week online course with weekly facilitated sessions designed to help problem solvers decide which direction to take with their idea.
This course gives you insight into the "who, why, and how" upon which you will build the foundation of your organization. You will be asked the hard questions and will be introduced to a community of support.
Weekly Hybrid Session: Thursdays 12pm - 1pm EST.
September 25, 2025 - November 20, 2025
Cost: $149
For problem solvers who need direction and accountability as they decide what to do with their idea.
Path Details
What to expect?
By participating in Path, you can expect:
to join a weekly session to connect with others led by a Plywood Facilitator on Thursdays at 12pm EST either in person at Plywood Place or on Zoom.
to follow a proven problem-solving method that has been implemented by hundreds of people before you.
to learn from 24 leading social entrepreneurs. Each week starts with a short e-book from Jeff Shinabarger (Founder of Plywood), and includes video content, written articles, reflective challenges, and group meetups.
thoughtful questions to answer after each section, with the opportunity to give and receive feedback from your peers.
access for 3 months to Plywood+ - an online community with additional trainings, livestreams, and conversations with other social impact leaders.
When + where?
Path is offered multiple times during the year. Join the next group starting September 2025.
When you register you get a link to the Path program within our online community, Plywood+. You will also get an invite to join the weekly meet-ups for 7 weeks on Thursdays at 12pm EST at Plywood Place or on Zoom. Through these facilitated session you can discuss the curriculum and connect with others.
We are excited to offer an in-person option for these session. We highly encourage participants to join us in-person for at least the first and last session, but a Zoom option will be offered for the weeks of the program.
How much?
Path by Plywood is $149.
We feel strongly that this course will make your work better, so we’re offering a 100% money back guarantee. If you finish this course and are not satisfied, we will give you a FULL refund.
Next Group - September 2025
Course Structure:
Duration: 7 weeks
Length: 2-3 hours/week investment, including 1 hr group session
Location: In-Person at Plywood Place or over Zoom
Cohort size: 10-12 people
Format: Digital readings, videos, and weekly group discussion
Cost: $149
Join the Next Group!
Schedule + Topics
Week 1: 9/25/25 - Introductions, Expectation setting
Week 2: 10/2/25 - What is the problem I am trying to solve?
Week 3: 10/9/25 - Why am I the person to solve the problem?
Week 4: 10/23/25 - How will I invite others into the solution?
Week 5: 10/30/25 - How do I move from dreaming to doing?
Week 6: 11/13/25 - What is success in relation to the problem?
Week 7: 11/20/25 - How will we sustain?
**Breaks for on 10/16 and 11/6
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