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
Legal Landscape for Nonpartisan Voter Engagement
When
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Join a free national webinar co-hosted by the National Council of Nonprofits and Democracy Forward’s Democracy 2025 initiative for a timely conversation on the legal landscape and importance of nonpartisan voter engagement. Nonprofit organizations play a crucial and legal role in civic engagement...
*Succession Planning: Creating a Plan to Preserve Your Team's Wisdom
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Leaders know that the most important assets in their organization log off and go home at the end of every day – and one day – they won’t come back. Whether due to retirement or resignation, for happy or sad reasons, a Knowledge Exodus is inevitable. To sustain your impact and avoid the frustration...
*BoardWalk: Strategies to Navigate Leadership & Governance
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
For Executive Directors & Board Chairs/Chair-Elects Note: You will need to register the Executive Director and Board Chair/Chair-Elect at the same time. Registration for one person is not permitted. This workshop is intended for the Executive Director and Board Chair or Chair Elect. If you both...
Smart Strategies for a Smooth Fiscal Year Transition
When
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
As the fiscal year winds down, nonprofit leaders have a critical opportunity to prepare their organizations for the year ahead. This 2-hour workshop will walk through the key financial actions every nonprofit should take before entering a new fiscal year. Participants will explore how to review...
*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...
*Facing Difficult Leadership Challenges for Executive Directors
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Being an executive director can be incredibly rewarding—but it can also be one of the loneliest jobs in an organization. You're expected to have answers, make difficult decisions, navigate competing priorities, and carry the weight of the mission, often with few places to openly process the...
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...
*Beginning Grantwriting (In Person)
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
This workshop will introduce grantwriting to nonprofit professionals who have less than one year of experience with the skill. Many people who work in nonprofits find themselves in the position of “accidental grantwriter” and do not feel fully equipped for the challenge. This session will provide a...
*Budgeting 101 -- Building a Strong Financial Foundation
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
A clear, thoughtful budget is one of the most powerful tools a nonprofit has, but for many, it can feel overwhelming or overly technical. This session is designed to demystify the basics and build confidence in creating and managing a budget that supports your organization’s mission. Jessica will...
*Budgeting 101 -- Building a Strong Financial Foundation
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Intended Audience: Nonprofit staff or board members who are interested in feeling more confident in building and implementing the organization’s budget. Session Facilitator: Jessica Richter, CPA, CITP, CISA and Partner at Forvis Mazars. A clear, thoughtful budget is one of the most powerful tools a...