Being an executive director can be incredibly rewarding—but it can also be one of the loneliest jobs in an organization. You're expected to have answers, make difficult decisions, navigate competing priorities, and carry the weight of the mission, often with few places to openly process the...

Join CLA and BoardSource for an interactive, complimentary webinar panel designed to help board members and nonprofit leaders put the organization’s purpose first when navigating today’s evolving challenges. This session focuses on real‑world considerations, common pitfalls, and actionable takeaways...

This workshop will introduce grantwriting to nonprofit professionals who have less than one year of experience with the skill. Many people who work in nonprofits find themselves in the position of “accidental grantwriter” and do not feel fully equipped for the challenge. This session will provide a...

A clear, thoughtful budget is one of the most powerful tools a nonprofit has, but for many, it can feel overwhelming or overly technical. This session is designed to demystify the basics and build confidence in creating and managing a budget that supports your organization’s mission. Jessica will...

Intended Audience: Nonprofit staff or board members who are interested in feeling more confident in building and implementing the organization’s budget. Session Facilitator: Jessica Richter, CPA, CITP, CISA and Partner at Forvis Mazars. A clear, thoughtful budget is one of the most powerful tools a...

Nonprofit Association of the Midlands (NAM) invites you to an overview presentation and workshop of the Guidelines & Principles Program for Nonprofit Excellence in Nebraska and Iowa. This session will go over common questions that arise from the Guidelines and Principles and give you the opportunity...

Nonprofit boards need strong skills and a thorough understanding of their role to serve effectively. In this interactive series, we cover the most important aspects of board governance. Board Masters was created for current and potential board members who want to learn how to better serve nonprofit...

The Western Iowa Nonprofit Conference is a full day of learning, discussion, and innovation. Through a mix of full-group convening, tailored breakout sessions, and interactive experiences, attendees will have the opportunity to learn best practices, get inspired by new ideas, share their own...

Serving as a board member is an incredible opportunity to lead within the nonprofit sector and put your passion for a charitable cause into practice. Along with an affinity for the mission, effective board members must possess a clear understanding of roles and responsibilities to keep your...