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Be sure to check with event sponsors for the latest information on events you are interested in attending. Due to the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) events may have been canceled or rescheduled or will be offered via Zoom, Skype, or another virtual platform. Some webinars conducted recently were recorded and are available for viewing. See the Webinars heading on our COVID-19 Resources page for links to these recordings.
Events
Webinar: Grant Writing Palooza
Grant writing is a critical skill for nonprofit professionals. Participants will learn from local experts, hear from funders, and network with peers to share ideas on grant writing best practices. Sessions will be presented on Zoom. Topics include: planning, proposals, measuring outcomes,...
How Funders Can Support Bereavement and Grief
The DNA of a Dynamic Nonprofit Board, Part One
Join BKD and nonprofit leaders across Iowa for a virtual leadership series highlighting helpful industry insights. Each month, our trusted advisors will cover a topic to help you fulfill your mission. We’re excited to help you thrive so you can better support your community.
Regardless...
Grant Management
Beginning and experienced grant writers from city, county, and state agencies as well as nonprofits, K-12, colleges and universities are encouraged to attend. The sessions meet from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days with lunch on your own from noon to 1:00 p.m. Tuition includes workbook and access to...
The DNA of a Dynamic Nonprofit Board, Part Two
Join BKD and nonprofit leaders across Iowa for a virtual leadership series highlighting helpful industry insights. Each month, our trusted advisors will cover a topic to help you fulfill your mission. We’re excited to help you thrive so you can better support your community.
This session...
Events Calendar
Proposals for 2019 Iowa Nonprofit Summit
Iowa Nonprofit Summit
ArtUp: Ten Step Budgeting Process for Nonprofit Organizations
Student Involvement Fair
Bur Oak Land Trust Prairie Preview XXXVI: "UI Wild: Connecting Iowans with the Wild for a Generation."
Managing the Message – Panel Discussion with Communications Experts
Grant Preparation & Management Training
OnBoard: The Basics of Being an Effective Board Member
Online Grant Application Lunch and Learn
RiverRun 5K
Painting a Picture of Financial Health
Grant Management Training
State Arts & Culture Grants Information Session in Algona
State Arts & Culture Grants Information Session in Perry
State Arts & Culture Grants Information Session in Corning
State Arts & Culture Grants Information Session in Le Mars
State Arts & Culture Grants Deadline
Doc Dash 5K Run and Walk
Spring Cleaning Along the Iowa River
Run Like a Mother 5K Race
Opening Doors Gala: A Black Tie A-Fair
Guide Certification & Tourism Workshop
Governor's Volunteer Awards
Unicorns Unite: Building Epic Partnerships for a Better Iowa
A Fairytale for Fundraising: Storytelling Strategies to Inspire Donations
Iowa Fine Arts Education Summit: Connecting Through Standards
Community Learning Series: Growth, Inclusion and Opportunity in the Local Economy
Fundraising Operations
History on the Move
1 Million Cups
Rummage in the Ramp
Willard L. Boyd reads from "A Life on the Middle West's Never-Ending Frontier"
Family Day at Belgum Grove
Federal Arts Funding and Resources for Artists and Organizations with the National Endowment for the Arts
OnBoard: The Basics of Being an Effective Board Member
Nonprofit Know-How: Ouch! That Stereotype Hurts
Nonprofit Party at the Museum
Grant Planning Session for Creating Safe, Equitable & Thriving Communities Fund
Deepening Donor Relations: Insights From Professional Advisors that Nonprofit Leaders Need to Know
Run & Ride Festival
Pedal 4 Progress
Nonprofit Management Academy: Tools to Enhance Work Life Satisfaction
Business Modeling
Nonprofit Board Engagement
Growing an Endowment for Your Nonprofit
Big Brothers Big Sisters Membership Meeting
Nonprofit Overtime Webinar
Annual Book Sale
National Philanthropy Day Award Luncheon & Penelope Burk Education Session
National Philanthropy Day Recognition Luncheon
Job & Internship Fair
Getting Meetings with Donors
The 12 Scams of Christmas
Stitches for Hope Quilt Sale
Student Involvement Fair
MLK Day of Service
University of Iowa Dance Marathon
How to Succeed in Social Media in 2020 and Beyond
On Board: The Basics of Being an Effective Board Member
Des Moines Charity Hack 2020
Nice People Working with Nice People-Company Culture
Family Night at the Museum: Hollywood Rides the Rails
IMPACT Grant Lunch and Learn
Canceled - 41st Annual RiverRun 5K
Women in Public Management and Policy
Ordinary Person, Extraordinary Change
Exploring Creative Careers
Annual Giving 101
BBBS Meeting
(Webinar) Building a Talent Pipeline: Succession Planning for Nonprofits
Introduction to the Foundation Directory Online
Raise the Bar: Improve Performance through Feedback and Coaching
Lean Concepts and Tools for Service-Oriented Organizations
Grant Writing Workshop - Rescheduled
Federal COVID-19 Legislation Webinar
Webinar: Engaging in Collaboration and Philanthropic Partnerships for COVID-19 Response
Webinar: Special Resources Related to Covid-19 for Iowa's Arts, Culture and Creative Industries
Transitioning to a Remote Workforce During COVID-19
Working With Your Board During the Pandemic
Webinar: Financial Leadership: Making Good Decisions in Unprecedented Times
Legacy Giving: Why It's Essential, Now More Than Ever
Webinar: Place-based Grantmakers and Investing in Local Communities
Webinar: How Philanthropy Can Stand Up for Vulnerable Populations
Grantmaking to Support Children and Older Adults
Managing a Global Response
How Funders Can Support Bereavement and Grief
System Change: COVID, Nonprofits & the Economy: A Roundtable Discussion
From Common Ground to Congressional Action: Advancing the Universal Charitable Deduction
Webinar: How to Get the Most out of Your Nonprofit Website
Webinar: Grant Writing Palooza
Fundamentals of Fundraising
Webinar: Leveraging Digital Platforms During a Crisis
Webinar: Psychological Wellness in the Workplace
Making Lemonade in Challenging Times
Why--and How--to Cultivate Women Donors Now
The DNA of a Dynamic Nonprofit Board, Part One
The DNA of a Dynamic Nonprofit Board, Part Two
Beyond the Board Statement: How Can Boards Join the Movement for Racial Justice?
Beyond the Board Statement: How Can Boards Join the Movement for Racial Justice?
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Beyond the Board Statement: How Can Boards Join the Movement for Racial Justice?
With each day come more statements from organizations articulating their stances and, in some cases, their specific commitments to be part of change in the wake of the police killing of George Floyd. Some nonprofit and philanthropic boards are actively discussing whether to make a statement at...
Why--and How--to Cultivate Women Donors Now
As your nonprofit adapts to the COVID-19 crisis, one group of donors may offer a lifeline: women. Studies show that women are more likely than men to support health care, communities, and families — all causes critical to the response. Plus, women at all income levels give more generously than...
Webinar: How to Get the Most out of Your Nonprofit Website
This free webinar will cover:
How to use the latest in marketing automation to engage your donors. How to boost your website conversion with powerful landing pages. The key fundamentals for creating a nonprofit website that works harder than a brochure site. What to consider regarding...Making Lemonade in Challenging Times
Now is the time to show the world that small towns are resilient, strong places that can quickly adapt to difficult times. Get ideas and tips about developing a positive narrative about your small town that celebrates the people and places that make it special in this free, one-hour webinar. We...
Managing a Global Response
Beyond the Board Statement: How Can Boards Join the Movement for Racial Justice?
These sessions will be highly interactive with the majority of time spent in moderated discussion. Topics will include:
What is the value of board statements to the community? How should boards of directors be responding right now? What questions should they be engaging? How can boards show...Webinar: Leveraging Digital Platforms During a Crisis
We know these are tough times for nonprofits. COVID-19 is affecting your staff, operations, finances, and most importantly, the people you serve. In this free AMPcast, we'll give you tips on how to navigate the online world and leverage it for your organization.
Topics:
How your...Fundamentals of Fundraising
Instructor: AFP - Certified Master Trainer Helen B. Arnold, CFRE This course is worth 16 CFRE continuing education credits. Target: 0-4 years of experience or advanced refresher.
This two-day course, offered via a virtual platform, provides an overview of fundraising principles at the...
Grantmaking to Support Children and Older Adults
Webinar: Psychological Wellness in the Workplace
Mental Health. Psychological wellness. It’s a subject that is not openly talked about. Add the special stressors of being a nonprofit development officer, and the issues can become unmanageable. In this free webinar, learn about AFP’s 2020 initiative to address psychological health and safety in...
