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
*Guidelines & Principles for Nonprofit Excellence (Virtual)
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
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...
Association AI Leadership: The Four Stages of Readiness and Organizational Management
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
As artificial intelligence transforms the future of work, associations have a unique opportunity to lead with vision, provided they are prepared. Hosted by industry experts, this session is designed for association leaders, directors, and Association Management Companies (AMCs), and offers a...
*How to Build a Monthly Giving or Sustainer Program
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
In 2023, nonprofit revenue from monthly gifts represented 31 percent of all online contributions. Savvy fundraisers are directing their energy to building monthly giving or sustainer programs that create a steady flow of donations and deepen donor loyalty. Join us for this 75-minute session to learn...
AFP Eastern Iowa Chapter May Program: Marketing Panel
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
AFP's May's educational program will be a marketing panel discussion. Lunch is provided at 11:30 A.M. The program starts at 12:00 P.M. Please invite your co-workers, executive directors and friends. All AFP members may bring a guest for free. Note that the location for the program is Cedar Rapids...
Ask an Expert: Advocacy & Policy Engagement
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
This is the second in the Greater Des Moines Community Foundation's series, Ask an Expert. Bethany Snyder from Snyder Strategies will explore how nonprofits can effectively advocate for their mission and engage with policymakers. Upcoming sessions: May 20 -- Communications & Storytelling. Andy...
Ask an Expert: Advocacy & Policy Engagement (Virtual)
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Today's nonprofit landscape is ever-changing. We anticipate an extended period of unpredictability that may affect funding, staffing, and ultimately the communities that we collectively support. Taking the time to think strategically about the future is more important than ever. This is the second...
*The Great Wealth Transfer: Is Your Nonprofit Ready?
When
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Predictions of a massive wealth transfer have been rolling through philanthropy for decades. Past predictions fizzled, but many experts believe Baby Boomers could change that. Boomers, who are now hitting or in their 70s, hold more wealth than their parents ever did. Despite a massive stock market...
*QuickBooks Made Easy for Nonprofits Spring 2025 Fundamentals (Virtual)
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
This is the first of a 3-day webinar series (2.5 hours per day) teaching seven and a half hours of vital QuickBooks information specifically for non-profit organizations. From basic topics such as Setting Up Correct Accounts; Entering Your Programs; and Adding Your Annual Budget to more advanced...
*Storytelling that Connects and Inspires
When
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Nonprofits are navigating one of the most challenging climates in recent history. With shifting donor behaviors, increased demand for services and a new administration, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and uncertain about the best way forward. But you don’t have to figure it out alone. Kiersten Hill...
*Agility in the Fog
Description
Change is constant, but that doesn’t mean you have to navigate it alone. Whether you're facing financial shifts, program challenges, or big organizational changes, your ability to lead with confidence, clarity, humility, and even a little humor makes all the difference. This webinar includes real...