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
*A Glimpse into the Near Future: AI is Transforming Nonprofits
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Within the next five years, AI has the potential to radically alter the ways we interact with technology and what we expect from it. For example, nonprofits will soon be able to develop hyper-personalized communications for advocacy or fundraising purposes. Many groups are already on the cutting...
*Generative AI for Your Nonprofit (Virtual)
Description
Discover how free generative AI tools can help your nonprofit work smarter, not harder. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to leverage generative AI to boost your marketing, streamline your grant writing, and create compelling visuals. We’ll also explore how to craft effective prompts to...
*Building Financial Resilience for Nonprofits in a Changing Economy
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Whether your organization is funded primarily by donations, program revenue, or government grants and contracts, your technology infrastructure is a key part of preparing for and weathering changes to your funding landscape. Recent changes in the policy environment, access to government funding, and...
Iowa Nonprofit Alliance Annual Member Meeting (Virtual)
Description
Your continued membership in the Iowa Nonprofit Alliance signifies your commitment to a thriving nonprofit community in Iowa. We're delighted to invite you to our second Annual Member Meeting, a crucial gathering to celebrate our collective growth and collaboratively set our sights on the year ahead...
*Securing the Mission: Cybersecurity for Nonprofits--Defending Good Deeds
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
During this complimentary session, you’ll learn about current cyber threats and tactics used by cyber criminals to steal sensitive data. We’ll take a look at how artificial intelligence (AI) has been a game changer for cyber criminals to carry out their bad intentions as well as how AI is used to...
Iowa Nonprofit Alliance Annual Member Meeting (Virtual)
Description
Our Second Annual INA Member Meeting – Let's Keep Growing Together! At this meeting, you'll have the chance to: Shape Our Trajectory: Participate in the Business Agenda and, for Organizational members, exercise your voting rights to influence INA's direction. Stay Informed and Ahead: Receive...
YNPN Des Moines New Fiscal Year's Eve Party
When
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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
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...
INA Member Orientation
Description
Thank you for being a member of the Iowa Nonprofit Alliance. Whether you are a new or returning member, we invite you to attend an INA Member Orientation. We hold orientation sessions on the first Wednesday of most months to ensure members get the most out of their memberships. We will review how 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...