Fundraising & Grants

Mid-level donor expert Linda Lysakowski will provide hands-on insights into how to move your donors up the pyramid from mid-level to major gifts. You will learn detailed information and earn a prestigious certification. Certification Includes Infrastructure Professionalizing the development office...

Nationally recognized fundraising expert Derik Timmerman will equip you with the essential skills and use-it-today resources you need to develop a successful major gifts program. What You'll Learn How should you create your draft case for support? What input do...

Employment law expert Robert Gregg will detail the requirements that govern nonprofits’ use of volunteers. He will help you understand the laws, standards, and obligations to avoid the dangers and effectively use volunteers to accomplish your organization’s mission. What You'll...

Former nonprofit executive directors and attorneys Ginny Waller and Gregory Nielsen will show you how to build substantive relationships with mission-similar nonprofits. They will share case studies of high-impact collaborations and provide an opportunity for extensive interaction with your peers....

Nonprofit governance expert Rob Meiksins will provide concrete steps that new board directors can take immediately. Your board and entire organization will benefit from more collaborative relationships and impactful results. Sessions Include: Board Governance 101 How Boards Work Board and...

Fundraising genius Linda Lysakowski will help you get a grasp on post-pandemic event planning before it is too late. You will learn how to measure return and make wise decisions about organizing activities with the greatest impact. What You'll Learn...

Former executive director, certified coach, and nonprofit expert Allison Jordan will help you get out of your own way, let go of limiting beliefs, and lean into a positive mindset. What You'll Learn What is imposter syndrome? How can imposter...

Former executive director, certified coach, and nonprofit expert Allison Jordan will help you slow down so you can go fast taking the next right action. This session is also part of a full professional development program, Executive Director Advancement Certification:...

Strategic nonprofit leader Ellen Bristol will reveal concrete tactics you can apply immediately to engage your fundraising team. You will learn how to infuse renewed vigor to increase donations. What You'll Learn How can you identify disengaged and stressed-out team...

Nonprofit leader Chris Martinez will revolutionize your planning process, infuse energy in your development program, and provide you with immediately actionable direction and advice. You will receive a step-by-step plan to follow, examples of effective plans, and insight into how...

Nonprofit leadership expert Dr. Duke Haddad will show you how to build a dynamic board. You will benefit from examples from other successful organizations and learn the specific steps to take. What You'll Learn What are the differences between a...

Fundraising expert Ellen Bristol will show you how to analyze and update your current fundraising strategy. You will learn how to develop, retool, measure, and strengthen your goals to guide your organization to a sustainable future. Benefits of Certification Take...

Federal grant cost expert Rex Porter will provide hands-on insights into applying cost rules and using indirect cost rates. You will learn detailed indirect cost information and guidance found in very few other places. Sessions Include: Strings attached to federal...

This five-part certification program will build your understanding of nonprofit board membership while helping you build credibility inside and outside your organization. You will learn the ins and outs of the most critical roles of board members: leadership, governance, fundraising,...

01-14-2025 11:00 AM EST. Nonprofit AI expert Wendy Sellers will show you how ChatGPT can be the catalyst for your nonprofit’s innovative journey. You will learn how to increase donations and impact efficiently. What You'll Learn How can you make...

Legal expert Dr. Jim Castagnera will reveal how your nonprofit can embrace generative AI safely. You will learn the specific points and language to include in your policy. What You'll Learn What are the advantages of introducing generative AI into...

01-15-2025 11:00 AM EST. Grant writing experts Mary Gladstone-Highland and Christina Wichert will shed light on ChatGPT’s capabilities and shortcomings for grant writing. You will learn how to integrate AI into your grant strategy with practical tips and actionable insights....

01-13-2025 11:00 AM EST. Nonprofit leadership experts Mary Gladstone-Highland and Christina Wichert will show you how to use artificial intelligence to save time and improve results. You will learn how to use ChatGPT effectively and safely. What You'll Learn How...

Federal grant financial expert Rex Porter will provide Federal Single Audit insights and guidance found few other places. You will learn the audit key issues and related best practices. What You'll Learn Where can you find the key Single Audit...

Nationally recognized nonprofit impact expert Derik Timmerman will share the practical, step-by-step tips that hundreds of nonprofit professionals have used to go from uncertainty and anxiety to confidence and excitement about corporate fundraising. You will receive proven examples and templates...

Nationally recognized nonprofit impact expert Derik Timmerman will share the practical, step-by-step tips that hundreds of nonprofit professionals have used to create impactful and lucrative fundraising events. In addition, you will receive proven examples and templates you can replicate and...

Employment law expert Dr. Jim Castagnera will provide you with a solid foundation in the current labor and employment laws. You will learn the aspects of the employment process and the employer-employee relationship that pertain uniquely to the nonprofit world....

Nonprofit expert Mary Gladstone-Highland will share her proven and innovative tools and tricks for developing a thriving volunteer program. You will learn how to use National Volunteer Week to your organization’s advantage. Topics covered What are the differences between nonprofit...

03-31-2025 to 04-04-2025 1:00 PM EST. 5 sessions. 60 minutes each. The Grant Doctor, Dr. Beverly Browning (Dr. Bev), will guide you in writing highly competitive grant requests to public and private sector funders. You will learn how to do...