Artificial intelligence is changing how many fundraisers prepare grant applications, manage background research, and organize proposals. The tools are developing quickly, and understanding how to use them thoughtfully can save considerable time in a process that is often demanding and repetitive...

As we begin a new year, it's an ideal time to take stock of the nonprofit sector's health. What trends are emerging? What does the data reveal? And how can leaders take action on pressing issues? In this challenging time, comprehensive data and actionable strategies are essential for our...

This webinar will help nonprofit executives and boards understand: The hidden risks that can derail your organization, from cyberattacks to regulatory shifts Why risk management is a leadership priority, not just an operational task How to make informed decisions when balancing cost, coverage, and...

Who : Staff, board members and volunteers of nonprofit organizations. Session Facilitator: Dr. Ellie Burns, Senior Director of Nonprofit Relations Join us to learn about opportunities for your organization to partner with the Community Foundation in 2026! In this session, Ellie Burns will review our...

DonorConnect is a conversation series designed to bring our community together to learn about and discuss our region’s most pressing issues and promising opportunities. Progress happens when communities come together around shared priorities and a vision for what’s next. In 2025, the Better Together...

Operating a nonprofit requires navigating legal challenges and requirements, which can seem like a daunting task. Elizabeth Schmidt, author of “Rules of the Road for Nonprofit Leaders: Using the Law to Achieve Your Mission,” has translated those rules into understandable, affirmative statements that...

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...

Unlock a modern, practical approach to grant funding. In this session, we’ll break down how nonprofits of all sizes can use AI, 990 data, and peer insights to quickly identify aligned funders and uncover non-solicitation opportunities that often go unnoticed. We’ll also walk through simple...

A strong donor communications plan is essential to keep supporters engaged, appreciated, and inspired to give — especially heading into a year of financial uncertainty. Yet one study finds that fewer than half of nonprofits have a written annual plan to guide consistent donor outreach. Taking time...

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...

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...

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...