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

YNPN Des Moines New Fiscal Year's Eve Party

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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
The Young Nonprofit Professionals Network Des Moines invites you to our New Fiscal Year’s Eve Party, a lighthearted gathering to mark the end of another fiscal year gone by. Whether you're wrapping up reports or just need a moment to breathe, this is your space to connect, unwind, and toast to a job...

Levitt Music Series Grant Deadline

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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
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...

Grant Writing Workshop (Virtual)

When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
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...

Grant Writing USA Workshops (Virtual)

When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Attend this two-day grant writing workshop and you will learn how to find funding sources and write successful grant proposals. Beginning and experienced grant writers from city, county and state agencies, healthcare organizations, nonprofits, K-12, colleges, and universities are encouraged to...

*OnBoard: The Basics of Being an Effective Board Member

When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Serving as a board member is an incredible opportunity to lead within the nonprofit sector and put your passion for a charitable cause into practice. Along with an affinity for the mission, effective board members must possess a clear understanding of roles and responsibilities to keep your...

*Plan Now for Big Gifts at Year's End

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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Nonprofits raise as much as a third of their annual fundraising revenue in the final quarter of the year, but savvy major gift officers keep their major donors and major gift prospects informed and engaged all year long. Join us for a 75-minute session that will offer smart ways to map out donor...

Managing Subawards Workshop

When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Grant Management USA will present this one-day Managing Subawards workshop via a Live Zoom Webinar. The training is for federal grant recipients that issue, monitor, and manage subawards. The class will focus on pass-through entities’ responsibilities per 2 CFR 200 and will include key highlights...

Grant Management Workshop (Virtual)

When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
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...

Theisen's More for Your Community Grant

When
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Administered by the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque, this program is open to communities within 60 miles of any Theisen's store. The program grants to agencies that directly serve the basic needs of families and children. Guidelines, eligible grant categories, a sample application, and...

Grant Writing USA Workshops (Virtual)

When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Attend this two-day grant writing workshop and you will learn how to find funding sources and write successful grant proposals. Beginning and experienced grant writers from city, county and state agencies, healthcare organizations, nonprofits, K-12, colleges, and universities are encouraged to...