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
*Securing Major Gifts: What's Working Now
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Changes to the tax law and economic unpredictability have caused many ultra-wealthy donors to alter, or to take a “wait and see” approach to their charitable giving. Join us for a 75-minute session with big-gift fundraisers to understand the tactics and strategies they are using now to keep donors...
Staying Ready vs. Getting Ready: Building Resilient Nonprofits
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
In an environment of constant change, nonprofits that wait to “get ready” often find themselves reacting under pressure. This complimentary session explores how nonprofit can adopt a “stay ready” mindset through long range, agile financial planning that helps strengthen resilience and support...
*Introduction to Proposal Writing
Description
Are you new to proposal writing or want a quick refresher? If so, you don't want to miss one of our most popular classes! This indispensable class will give you a step-by-step guide to creating a grant proposal to a foundation. It will include: The basic elements of a grant proposal, including the...
*Future-Proof Your Board Development: Skills, Tools, and Insights to Strengthen Your Board for What's Next
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Most boards have the right intentions. What they're often missing is a structured approach to development — one that goes beyond onboarding and actually builds the skills, habits, and governance practices that keep a board effective long-term. In this webinar, our panel of governance experts will...
*Engaging and Retaining Board Members (by New York Council of Nonprofits)
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Is your board a hot mess? Or a great team working together like clockwork? Somewhere in between? Your board isn’t just another task on your to-do list. With the right guidance and a clear path forward, they can become one of your greatest assets—energized, aligned, and ready to lead alongside you...
*Beyond the Facts: How Storytelling Moves Advocacy Forward
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Advocacy efforts often stall not because the facts are wrong, but because the message doesn’t connect. Nonprofits pour time into data, policy briefs, and talking points, yet still struggle to persuade decision-makers, adapt messages for different audiences, or use personal stories without fear of...
Your Guide To GrantStation: Features, Tools, & Updates
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Finding the funds needed to fulfill your mission is a never-ending challenge for all nonprofits. Whether you’re part of an established nonprofit constantly searching for new funding to expand your programs, or you’re a one-person development office, which means you need to do it all, GrantStation...
Yes You Can-va!
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Whether you're looking to design stunning social media graphics, professional presentations or eye-catching posters, this training is the perfect starting point for you. We'll provide a comprehensive overview of Canva, a free web-based graphic design platform, guiding you through its basic functions...
*Why Nonprofits Need Directors and Officers Insurance
When
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Many nonprofits don’t understand why, or if, they need Directors & Officers (D&O) insurance. Some of the benefits of this coverage include the protection of personal assets and defense against common claims, as well as board recruitment and retention. This webinar is meant to clarify and educate...
Strategies All Board Members and Nonprofit Leaders Should Know
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Join CLA and BoardSource for an interactive, complimentary webinar panel designed to help board members and nonprofit leaders put the organization’s purpose first when navigating today’s evolving challenges. This session focuses on real‑world considerations, common pitfalls, and actionable takeaways...