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
*From Contact to Connection: How Nonprofits Build Power and Move Policy
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
In today’s policy landscape, nonprofits are no longer optional participants in policymaking — they are essential partners. As gridlock persists at the federal level and more decisions shift to states and local governments, lawmakers increasingly rely on trusted nonprofit leaders for credible...
Risk Management for Nonprofits: Protecting Your Mission in a Complex World
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
This webinar will help nonprofit executives and boards understand: The hidden risks that can derail your organization, from cyberattacks to regulatory shifts Why risk management is a leadership priority, not just an operational task How to make informed decisions when balancing cost, coverage, and...
*Modern Grantseeking 101: Practical Steps to Find, Match & Manage Grants
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Unlock a modern, practical approach to grant funding. In this session, we’ll break down how nonprofits of all sizes can use AI, 990 data, and peer insights to quickly identify aligned funders and uncover non-solicitation opportunities that often go unnoticed. We’ll also walk through simple...
Inside the 2025 Sector Health Report: Essential Insights for Leaders
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
As we begin a new year, it's an ideal time to take stock of the nonprofit sector's health. What trends are emerging? What does the data reveal? And how can leaders take action on pressing issues? In this challenging time, comprehensive data and actionable strategies are essential for our...
Iowa Nonprofit Alliance Regional Event
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
The Iowa Nonprofit Alliance is hitting the road in 2026, and we’re excited to kick off our regional gatherings in Dubuque! Join us on January 15 from 3:30–5 p.m. at the Dupaco Voices Building Rooftop for an energizing, connection-focused event designed to help nonprofits better understand and...
*Craft an Engaging Donor Communications Plan for 2026
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
A strong donor communications plan is essential to keep supporters engaged, appreciated, and inspired to give — especially heading into a year of financial uncertainty. Yet one study finds that fewer than half of nonprofits have a written annual plan to guide consistent donor outreach. Taking time...
DonorConnect: Community Foundation Better Together Fund Spotlight
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
DonorConnect is a conversation series designed to bring our community together to learn about and discuss our region’s most pressing issues and promising opportunities. Progress happens when communities come together around shared priorities and a vision for what’s next. In 2025, the Better Together...
Understanding Nonprofit Law -- Practical Guidance for Nonprofit Leaders (Live Q&A)
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Operating a nonprofit requires navigating legal challenges and requirements, which can seem like a daunting task. Elizabeth Schmidt, author of “Rules of the Road for Nonprofit Leaders: Using the Law to Achieve Your Mission,” has translated those rules into understandable, affirmative statements that...
Community Foundation Snapshot: How We Can Help Your Nonprofit in 2026
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Who : Staff, board members and volunteers of nonprofit organizations. Session Facilitator: Dr. Ellie Burns, Senior Director of Nonprofit Relations Join us to learn about opportunities for your organization to partner with the Community Foundation in 2026! In this session, Ellie Burns will review our...
*AI Can Turbocharge Your Grant Seeking: Here's How
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Artificial intelligence is changing how many fundraisers prepare grant applications, manage background research, and organize proposals. The tools are developing quickly, and understanding how to use them thoughtfully can save considerable time in a process that is often demanding and repetitive...