Effective fundraising is essential for any nonprofit. This training is designed for professionals who are new to development and are interested in learning the basics of revenue streams and fundraising, as well as current trends and best practices in the sector. This training is part of our 2023 Essentials Series and is just one of…

Budgets are an important planning tool, and a good budget aligns mission with resources. Nimble Budgets is a straightforward introduction to nonprofit budgeting with a focus on creating a flexible structure that can be proactive in times of hyper-change. Join us to learn the Who, When, Why, What and How of building a budget that…

Getting started can be the hardest part of the process. This workshop walks you through the basic steps required for starting a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. It will define a 501(c)3 nonprofit, discuss alternatives to starting a 501(c)3 nonprofit and review the federal and state requirements for starting a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Registration is $50 and includes…

What are the essential roles and responsibilities of every nonprofit Board member? What practices contribute to an effective Board of Directors? This workshop is for Board Members and those who work with a nonprofit Board of Directors. Meet other board members and brainstorm together in a webinar session. Executive directors, consider making this session a…

Do you need to develop a clear purpose, vision and direction for your nonprofit organization? Do you want to get your board and staff aligned around an agreed upon set of priorities? Then it’s time to develop a strategic plan. This essentials class will include an overview of approaches to strategic planning, and help you…

**This workshop is part of our 2022 Organizational Leadership Series. To register for the Full Series click here.  How does your organization achieve its mission and what does it mean to have a strategy in place that is equitable? This workshop will help you better define, articulate, and measure the change that your organization’s program…

What are the essential roles and responsibilities of every nonprofit Board member? What practices contribute to an effective Board of Directors? This workshop is for Board Members and those who work with a nonprofit Board of Directors. Meet other board members and brainstorm together in a webinar session. Executive directors, consider making this session a…

When your volunteers are used effectively and matched with appropriate roles, they can strengthen your organization and make you more effective at meeting your mission. This workshop will review how to manage and motivate your volunteers and discuss how to support, appreciate, and challenge them. About the Eleanor Ashby Beaches Beaches Series: This series is…

Ensuring that an organization’s practices and identity are informed by, and reflective of, the diverse communities we serve is fundamental in creating a stronger and more impactful nonprofit sector. In this session we will review the core principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) that every nonprofit should be aware of and discuss tangible actions…

Join your nonprofit development colleagues monthly for discussion, sharing, peer-to-peer learning, and networking about everything fundraising. This is a virtual event. The Nonprofit Center has a Zoom Guide to help you make the most of our virtual experiences. You will receive the Zoom link and call-in information in your registration email.