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
*Successful Board Fundraising in 5 Steps
When
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Board members generally don’t love fundraising, but they will do it – and do it well – if it’s strategic and they’ve got the right tools. You can set your board up for fundraising success by positioning the job properly, asking them to participate in a way that’s meaningful, and supporting their...
*Board Leadership During Uncertain Times
When
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
In an era of rapid disruption, geopolitical uncertainty, and accelerating regulatory expectations, boards are under increasing pressure to provide steady, forward-looking oversight. In this webinar, Sidley’s seasoned advisors will discuss how directors can navigate complex risk landscapes...
*Advocacy 101: Easy and Effective
Description
Policymakers need public input to develop good ideas into good policy, and nonprofits are valued experts in our areas of specialty. Nonprofits of all shapes and sizes must partner with our governmental partners through advocacy and lobbying to cultivate strong, thriving, joyful communities. Are you...
Together on Purpose: Exploring the Spectrum of Nonprofit Collaboration
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Intended Audience: Nonprofit executive directors, board members, staff and community leaders interested in exploring opportunities for working together more effectively. In today’s rapidly changing environment, nonprofits are being called to work smarter, deeper and more collaboratively. From...
*Don't Surprise Your Grantmaker: How to be a Fantastic Grantee
When
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Trainer: Diane H. Leonard, GPC, RST Grantmakers do NOT like surprises (good or bad) about a funded project at the time a grant report is submitted. Surprises in a report lead to additional work for the person managing the funding program, and that does NOT endear you or your organization to the...
Audit-Ready Bookkeeping
Description
In this comprehensive session, we will explore the foundational principles and best practices of audit-ready bookkeeping for nonprofits. Attendees will learn how to implement bookkeeping practices and rhythms that ensure smooth audits and rock-solid numbers. From tracking financial transactions to...
Beginning Grantwriting
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...
Introduction to Project Budgets
Description
Are you ready to write a grant proposal, but not sure how to create an effective budget? Worried that you’ll need specialized skills or accounting expertise? Come learn the basic elements of how anyone can draft a project budget for a grant proposal with confidence. Reasons to take this course This...
The Major Donor Journey: Moving Transactional Givers to Relational Donors
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Most organizations have donors who give — but far fewer have donors who believe. The difference isn’t in the size of the check; it’s in the depth of the relationship. In this interactive session, Mark L. Duncan, CEO, The Fund Coach, LLC, will unpack the Major Donor Journey — a practical roadmap for...
*From Contact to Connection: How Nonprofits Build Power and Move Policy
When
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
In today’s policy landscape, nonprofits are no longer optional participants in policymaking — they are essential partners. As gridlock persists at the federal level and more decisions shift to states and local governments, lawmakers increasingly rely on trusted nonprofit leaders for credible...