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
*Open Board Search -- How Casting a Wide Net Transforms Nonprofit Governance
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Most nonprofit boards recruit new members from their personal networks—a practice that is holding nonprofits back. These overlapping networks do little to attract the fresh perspectives, strengths, and strategic thinking that will help the organization evolve and thrive. Unsatisfied with the status...
*Optimizing the Nonprofit Form 990: Turning Compliance into a Fundraising & PR Asset
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
For many nonprofits and the professionals who support them, Form 990 is treated as a necessary but tedious compliance task. Unfortunately, this approach overlooks the reality that the 990 is a public document read by donors, foundations, charity watchdogs, journalists, and prospective board members...
The Monthly Donor Playbook: Grow Recurring Gifts This Month
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Recurring donors are the foundation of a financially stable nonprofit, but building that base isn’t always straightforward. Many small organizations struggle to move donors from one-time gifts to lasting monthly commitments, often without knowing exactly what’s standing in the way. Join us on March...
*Elevating Board Excellence: Best Practices in Development and Governance
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Building a strong, effective nonprofit board doesn’t happen by accident. But too often, organizations struggle with boards that are passionate yet unprepared for the real work of governance. Without clear protocols, intentional recruitment, and meaningful development, boards can unintentionally...
*Financial Storytelling: Engage Boards and Prove Your Impact
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Your financial statements are much more than compliance documents; they're chapters in your association's strategic story. This interactive session teaches you how to take your balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports and turn them into compelling narratives that 1. engage boards, 2...
Competing in Saturated Funding Markets
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
More organizations than ever are applying for the same limited funding pools. Even strong programs are being declined, not because the work lacks merit, but because proposals fail to clearly communicate credibility, alignment, and distinct value. In highly competitive environments, reviewers make...
*Ask the Experts: The Keys to Better Storytelling
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
If your marketing and fundraising feel disconnected or flat, the problem often isn't effort—it's story. In this practical, high-impact webinar, you'll learn how to craft and communicate stories that actually move people to care, give, and act. We'll break down the key elements of compelling...
*Engaging the Board Strategically
Description
Description Successful leadership communication extends beyond staff and executives—it includes building strong, strategic relationships with your board. This session equips association professionals with practical approaches to engage board members effectively, foster trust, and align priorities...
Capital Campaigns: Building Momentum With Grants
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
You’ll likely encounter many challenges throughout a capital campaign. Raising funds for multimillion-dollar projects such as new buildings requires a strategic, multidimensional effort. That’s why it’s vital to build and maintain momentum throughout the entire process. Grants can play a vital role...
Receiving and Giving Feedback: Essential Practices for Healthy Organizations & Communities
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
In many nonprofits, feedback is one of the most powerful—and underdeveloped—tools for building healthy organizations. When done well, it strengthens relationships, improves decision-making, and creates a culture where people can truly thrive. But when feedback is unclear, avoided, or poorly...