Events
We list events such as fundraisers; grant deadlines; workshops, webinars, and professional development opportunities related to nonprofit work; conferences; recognition and awards events.
Training opportunities with an asterisk (*) next to the title indicates it will be considered toward the six hours required per year for a nonprofit organization to be listed in the Register of Accountability. For information on courses and training you can complete on your own time, see our Professional Development page.
Coming Events
*Securing Large Grants: Strategies That Work
When
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Attracting six-figure grants requires careful planning and a strong case for support, but the potential benefits are numerous: organizational growth, greater financial security, and a path toward sustainability. How can nonprofits increase their odds for success when requesting large sums? Join us...
Iowa Nonprofit Summit Workshop Proposals Deadline
Description
The Iowa Nonprofit Alliance is seeking skilled and engaging trainers to present at the 2025 Iowa Nonprofit Summit on October 1 in Ankeny, Iowa. The Iowa Nonprofit Summit is our sector’s flagship event, the only statewide conference created by and for community nonprofits. This one-of-a-kind...
2025 Iowa Fine Arts Education Summit
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
The biennial Iowa Fine Arts Education Summit is the premiere statewide conference for K-12 fine arts teachers as well as nonprofit, college and university arts educators. Network, learn, and explore ideas through the lens of Iowa’s Fine Arts Education Standards. The conference is presented in...
Solving for Uncertainty: The Power of Financial Modeling
When
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
New policy, shifting demographics, increasing customer demands, and changing public and private support are putting a strain on nonprofits, health care organizations, and higher education institutions. In this complimentary webinar, our industry leaders will discuss how to better navigate...
*Don't Treat Your Grantmaker Like an ATM
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Trainer: Diane H. Leonard, GPC, RST When do you go to the ATM? When you are out of cash, and need more for an upcoming expense. Grantmakers should never feel like an ATM, that is, grantmakers should not feel that your interactions with them are purely transactional. Yes, you need their funding to...
*Your Grant GPS: Resetting the Course in a Changing Landscape (Zoom)
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
In today’s shifting funding environment, many nonprofit leaders feel off track or like they’re missing out entirely. With federal dollars in flux, donor behavior changing, and funder priorities evolving, it’s no longer enough to rely on a grant strategy built for “normal times.” This virtual session...
*Video is Not the Future, It is the Now
When
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Nonprofits can’t afford to let video storytelling sit on the back burner any longer. In today’s fast-paced attention economy, video is one of the most powerful tools to captivate audiences, inspire donors, and drive meaningful action, yet many organizations struggle with collecting, organizing, and...
Grant Management Workshop (Virtual)
Description
If your agency receives or plans to receive government grants, this class is for you. Attend this two-day class and you will learn how to administer government grants and stay in compliance with applicable rules and regulations. The Office of Management and Budget just released extensive updates to...
*Moving Forward: Shaping the Future in a Shifting Policy Landscape
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Nonprofits across Iowa are facing dramatic shifts in funding, changes that could redefine how we serve, who we serve, and how we sustain our work. Yet many members of the public don’t realize how deeply these policy shifts are affecting local organizations. It’s time to change that. Join us for a...
*Generative AI for Your Nonprofit (Virtual)
Description
Discover how free generative AI tools can help your nonprofit work smarter, not harder. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to leverage generative AI to boost your marketing, streamline your grant writing, and create compelling visuals. We’ll also explore how to craft effective prompts to...