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

Grant Professionals Association Central Iowa Conference

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Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
The world of grants and nonprofit funding is changing. Grant professionals and nonprofit experts are the ones who will lead our organizations through it. Whether you are new to grants, a seasoned expert, or wear many hats, the Strength to Succeed conference is the place to connect and learn about...

AFP Eastern Iowa Chapter Monthly Educational Program

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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Lunch at 11:30 am; program at noon. The event takes place at Hills Bank, 590 W Forevergreen Rd, North Liberty, IA 52317

*The Blueprint for Scalable Your-Round Giving: Fast Forms, Personalized Outreach, Bigger Results

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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
If you’re planning your next Giving Daym or just want to raise more, faster, it’s time to rethink the donor experience. Today’s donors expect a giving process that's easy, mobile-friendly, and personal. Fundraising organizations that deliver are seeing bigger gifts, higher participation, and...

The Key to Nonprofit Sustainability: Lessons Learned from Adapting That Can Help You Thrive

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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
This webinar will guide participants through the intentional process of identifying, as a team, which new ideas and approaches have worked, which showed potential, and which fell short. Learn how to effectively integrate a continuous improvement process into the daily operations of your teams. By...

*Securing Large Grants: Strategies That Work

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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

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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
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

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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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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...

*Marketing Trends Nonprofits Need to Know (and Embrace)

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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Marketing trends come and go, but the top marketing trends are the ones worth adopting. Digital marketing, content marketing, social media marketing—each plays a role in a nonprofit’s strategy. We will discuss the marketing trends that will shape your nonprofit’s future and grow your impact...

*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...