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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
(Virtual) Iowa Stories: Plagued by Fire: The Dreams and Furies of Frank Lloyd Wright
Tune in online to hear celebrated author Paul Hendrickson discuss his latest biography, entitled "Plagued by Fire: The Dreams and Furies of Frank Lloyd Wright." A creative-writing teacher at the University of Pennsylvania for more than 20 years and a features writer for the Washington Post for...
Persistence through (R)Evolution (virtual conference)
Change is inevitable, necessary, and challenging. This two-day conference on December 8 and 10 will examine the events and challenges of 2020. The 25 breakout sessions will cover DEI, Evaluation/Programming, Finance/Operations/Legal, Fundraising among many other topics that are important to...
Persistence through (R)Evolution (virtual conference)
Change is inevitable, necessary, and challenging. This two-day conference on December 8 and 10 will examine the events and challenges of 2020. The 25 breakout sessions will cover DEI, Evaluation/Programming, Finance/Operations/Legal, Fundraising among many other topics that are important to...
Iowa: History 101: Winter Holidays (Online)
To celebrate the holidays that take place during the cold Iowa winters, State Curator Leo Landis will explore the history of Thanksgiving, Chanukah, Christmas and Kwanzaa in Iowa.
Winter Break: History Mystery (Online)
Leave the winter blues behind and join the State Historical Museum of Iowa’s Goldie’s Kids Club for its winter break program and digital activities. Register to join museum staff on Zoom for a virtual version of the History Mystery program during winter break. The new virtual format brings the...
Sharing Stories: Racial Healing in the CFGD Region (Zoom)
Understanding the dynamics of racial equity and systemic racism in rural Iowa communities is a complex journey. These interactive conversations will give leaders in our small, rural towns knowledge and tools to apply in their work bringing the community together around what they have in common,...
Poetry Out Loud Registration Deadline
Poetry Out Loud (POL) in Iowa is an arts education program that encourages 9th-12th grade students to study great poetry and compete in a recitation competition at local, state, and national levels. Students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about their literary...
Iowa's Rural Heritage Revitalization Grant - Dealine
Iowa’s Rural Heritage Revitalization Grants support physical preservation projects, including architectural and engineering services. The grants are designed to help fund the rehabilitation of National Register-listed properties in Iowa’s rural communities and are selected through a competitive...
Sustaining Racial Healing Where You Live (Zoom)
Understanding the dynamics of racial equity and systemic racism in rural Iowa communities is a complex journey. These interactive conversations will give leaders in our small, rural towns knowledge and tools to apply in their work bringing the community together around what they have in common,...
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?
How to Craft a Legacy Giving Case Statement
Iowa Arts Summit - Virtual Conference
(Webinar) P&P Training: New and Emerging Nonprofits
Seeking Forgiveness for a Paycheck Protection Program Loan (Webinar)
Nebraska Nonprofit Conference
P&P Training: New and Emerging Nonprofits (Webinar)
Iowa Arts Summit (Virtual)
Designing Equity-Centered Organizational Values
Make it OK & Back to School
Make it Okay: To Be Human in a Pandemic
Get Your Donors Ready to Give Before Your Big Day
The Power of Blogging & Thought Leadership for Nonprofits
Marketing Trends Nonprofits Need to Know and Embrace
Remaking the Economy: Housing Justice Webinar in Partnership with Shelterforce
DonorConnect: Justice for All
Basics of Being an Effective Board Member
Enterprise Risk Management for Nonprofits
Online Leading and Learning: How to Engage People in the Virtual Space
Cultivate Midlevel Donors
Virtual Youth Volunteer Fair
Youth Volunteerism Focus Group
Service Enterprise Initiative informational webinar
Imagine: Racial Healing in the CFGD Region (Zoom)
Connect: Racial Healing in the CFGD Region (Zoom)
Sharing Stories: Racial Healing in the CFGD Region (Zoom)
Sustaining Racial Healing Where You Live (Zoom)
History Mystery: Live From the Museum Vault (Zoom)
Nonprofit Summit of the Midlands
Susan Howlett on How to Fuel Your Board
Remaking the Economy: Indigenous Perspectives on Climate Justice
Media Masters Webinar Series: Developing Docs & Digitals
Media Masters Webinar Series: Working With Talent
Media Masters Webinar Series: Producing Like a Pro
Raising Funds and Rising Up: How to Raise Major Gifts Virtually and In-Person
How Grant Makers in the Arts are Addressing Current Challenges
Drive Donor Decisions This #Giving Tuesday with Your Nonprofit Profile
Philanthropy Day Celebration
Iowa History 101: Glendale Cemetery
Meskwaki Food Sovereignty Initiative
History Mystery: Live From the Museum Vault (Zoom)
Overcoming COVID-19 Through Sustainable Collaborations
Exploring Key Data and Findings from the 2019 Columbus Survey
Convert Supporters with Powerful Landing Pages
Social Media 102
The 2020 Year-End Fundraising Playbook by NextAfter
Quick Tips for #GivingTuesday
Online Tools Every Nonprofit Needs to Simplify Their Life
How They Did It: Virtual Events Donors Love
Remaking the Economy: Where to Now? -- and Beyond
Webinar: Nonprofit Know-How: Nonprofit Employee Personal Financial Health
(Webinar) We're in this Together: Overcoming Pandemic Stress in Providers
Implementing Shared Leadership: Practical Lessons from the Field
(Virtual) Iowa Stories: Plagued by Fire: The Dreams and Furies of Frank Lloyd Wright
Iowa: History 101: Winter Holidays (Online)
Winter Break: History Mystery (Online)
Poetry Out Loud Registration Deadline
History Mystery: Live From the Museum Vault (Zoom)
Financial Commons Launch (Online)
Iowa's Rural Heritage Revitalization Grant - Dealine
Together in Giving: 2020 Virtual Grant Reception
Persistence through (R)Evolution (virtual conference)
Persistence through (R)Evolution (virtual conference)
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Financial Commons Launch (Online)
This is the launch of a new project designed to provide on-demand financial information to nonprofits of all types and sizes.
The Financial Commons is a collaboration between three longtime informal partners – Nonprofit Quarterly, Propel Nonprofits, and FMA, each with decades of...
How They Did It: Virtual Events Donors Love
As social-distancing persists and donors grow tired of spending time online, how can your nonprofit create digital gatherings that attract supporters, keep them engaged, and meet fundraising goals? This webinar will offer advice and proven tactics from nonprofits that are running successful...
Connect: Racial Healing in the CFGD Region (Zoom)
The second in a series of four, free Zoom sessions focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Understanding the dynamics of racial equity and systemic racism in rural Iowa communities is a complex journey. These interactive conversations will give leaders in our small, rural towns...
Meskwaki Food Sovereignty Initiative
Tune in online to learn about the history and evolving traditions of Meskwaki food culture. Shelley Buffalo from the Meskwaki Food Sovereignty Initiative will discuss the group’s work to promote local and indigenous foods and medicines to promote the health and wellbeing of the Meskwaki...
Implementing Shared Leadership: Practical Lessons from the Field
Increasingly nonprofit organizations are experimenting with alternative leadership structures. Values of equity and power-sharing may drive them to this experimentation, as may recognizing that the executive director job as traditionally crafted is unsustainable or unattractive to younger and...
Exploring Key Data and Findings from the 2019 Columbus Survey
The annual Columbus Survey of community foundations is referred to by many as the “census of the community foundation field,” started by the Columbus Foundation in 1988 and administered by CF Insights since 2008. The Columbus Survey collects self-reported data from across the field to uncover...
(Webinar) We're in this Together: Overcoming Pandemic Stress in Providers
Mental health providers are experiencing the same stress as others during these unprecedented times. How can we protect ourselves and each other from the traumatic responses we are having? There are things we can do to survive and thrive.
Presenter: Rochelle Honey-Arcement, LMSW
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Philanthropy Day Celebration
The celebration this year will be offered virtually. Registrants will receive a link the morning of the event. The 2020 awardees are:
Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser– Joyce Chapman, Des Moines, IA Outstanding Corporate Philanthropy - Large Business – Wells Fargo, Des Moines, IA Outstanding...Overcoming COVID-19 Through Sustainable Collaborations
Special guests: Jessica L. Cavagnero, Partner, SeaChange Capital Partners; Scott Cotenoff, Partner, La Piana Consulting; and Torrie A. Taj, CEO, Child Crisis Arizona Price: Free
With the impact of COVID-19 and the economic downturn, the amount of organizations considering mergers has...
Remaking the Economy: Where to Now? -- and Beyond
NPQ’s latest webinar in our Remaking the Economy series looks at the state of economic democracy in the wake of the 2020 elections with an eye to mid- and longer-term possibilities. Three leading activists to start the conversation. The panelists are:
Dr. Gar Alperovitz, historian,...
Nonprofit Summit of the Midlands
The summit is being offered virtually this year. All sessions will be recorded and available to NAM members on NAM's Learning Management System.
Keynote speaker is Leslie Crutchfield, author and Executive Director, Georgetown Business for Impact at Georgetown University's McDonough...
Webinar: Nonprofit Know-How: Nonprofit Employee Personal Financial Health
Nonprofit professionals are not immune to financial challenges caused by the occurrence of a pandemic and derecho in the same year. Our presenter is Kelzye Bedwell, Director Financial Stability at Horizons. Horizons Financial Coaching focuses on a holistic approach to financial well-being. The...
Raising Funds and Rising Up: How to Raise Major Gifts Virtually and In-Person
AFP-certified Master Trainer and Advance Certified Fundraising Executive Amy Eisenstein is the trainer at this virtual event. Her presentation is entitled Raising Funds and Rising Up: How to Raise Major Gifts Virtually and In-Person. She will facilitate this split day virtual training that...
Drive Donor Decisions This #Giving Tuesday with Your Nonprofit Profile
Join Candid and GivingTuesday’s Chief Communications Officer, Caryn Stein, to learn simple and easy ways to maximize the fundraising potential of your nonprofit profile in preparation for #GivingTuesday.
By updating your profile before Tuesday, November 17 you can ensure giving platforms...
Media Masters Webinar Series: Producing Like a Pro
Presenter: Nicolaas Bertelsen, Founder/Producer, CinemaWerks
The producer is one of the most important and misunderstood positions of any film or media production. In his session, we’ll dive into the creative, financial and physical logistics of producing a feature film. Nick will...
History Mystery: Live From the Museum Vault (Zoom)
Register to join museum staff on Zoom for a virtual version of the popular "History Mystery" program. The new digital format brings the museum and our thousands of pieces of Iowa history to your own living room. This digital program allows participants to examine artifacts and historic images to...
Quick Tips for #GivingTuesday
We are in the one-month countdown to #GivingTuesday! Join us for a session to teach you how to maximize the time you have left and lay the foundation for a successful day of giving.
We’ll explore the important role your website plays, powerful tactics you still have time to implement and...
Online Tools Every Nonprofit Needs to Simplify Their Life
The best tools breathe life into your nonprofit’s online presence. The question is which ones do you really need? There’s so much coming at you, it can feel like you’re drinking through a firehose. In this session, we’ll introduce you to the tools you need to build an effective online presence...
The 2020 Year-End Fundraising Playbook by NextAfter
Most fundraisers have already locked in their year-end direct mail appeals to hit print deadlines and mail delivery dates. But the beauty of online fundraising is that there is always time to optimize. In this data-driven webinar on online year-end fundraising, you’re going to discover specific...
