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
*Navigating Nonprofit Financials: A Board Member's Guide to Reporting
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Financial reporting transparency and accountability helps to support your organization's mission and goals. This complimentary session is designed to equip board members with essential knowledge to oversee nonprofit financial management. Learn how to read financial statements, gain insights into new...
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...
Grant Writing Workshop (Virtual)
Description
Beginning and experienced grant writers from city, county and state agencies; healthcare organizations; nonprofits; K-12; colleges and universities are encouraged to attend. Information covered includes how and where to find grants and how to write winning grants. See the Grant Writing Course...
2025 DonorPerfect Community Conference
When
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Fine-tune your fundraising skills with effective tools and strategies to inspire meaningful connections with current and prospective supporters. DonorPerfect is hosting two days of free, virtual fundraising sessions led by nonprofit leaders, industry experts, and innovation specialists. Session will...
Fundraising Palooza
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Join us in Omaha for a day of fundraising, grant writing, and networking. NAM's annual fundraising conference brings together local experts, nonprofit leaders, and community funders to share in learning and collaboration. Session descriptions and speaker information is available on the event website...
*Volunteering Benefits for the Brain
When
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
For centuries, we’ve known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science can provide insights into how to make lifestyle choices that may help you keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise...
2025 Lobby Day and Network Learning Confab
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Join the National Council of Nonprofits in Washington, D.C. for the 2025 Lobby Day and Network Learning Confab. This much-anticipated annual gathering is an action-packed, 3-day event designed just for our one-of-a-kind network. It's not a public conference, but a more personal gathering of...
*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...
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...
*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...