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
The Blueprint to Address Homelessness (In-person & Virtual)
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Please join us as we unveil Greater Des Moines' five-year strategic vision plan to addressing homelessness in Central Iowa. As the rate of homelessness continues to increase in our community, Homeward in collaboration with the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines as a strategic funding partner...
*Use Donor Stewardship to Maintain Your Audience and Grow Their Support (Virtual)
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
It is easier and less expensive to retain an existing donor than to seek out and convert a brand new one. The best way to properly care for and feed your donors is by creating and maintaining a robust donor stewardship program. Donor stewardship isn’t just for major donors—take steps to help every...
From Survey to Solutions: Insights from the Ethical Storytelling Report
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
In 2023, the MemoryFox team identified a prominent pattern. At every speaking engagement, no matter the topic, style or audience, our team received a version of this thoughtful question: What do I do if the people I serve have sensitive stories that they might not want to share? We didn‘t have an...
Levitt Music Series Grant Opportunity Webinar
Description
Applications are being taken through June 30, 2025 for Levitt Music Series Grants. This is a matching grant opportunity for the 2026-2028 grant cycle offering up to $120K (up to $40K each year) for towns and cities of all sizes to present a free outdoor concert series. We seek to activate underused...
*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
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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
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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
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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...