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SUMMARY:Powerhouse Boards (Winthrop): Training that transforms your board
DESCRIPTION:Winthrop Barn Auditorium \nWinthrop\, WA \nWednesday\, May 13 | 4:00PM – 8:00PM \n$20 for an individual ticket \n$50 for a group ticket | Bring a group of 4 from your organization and save! \nDinner provided! Come ready for an engaging session filled with conversation and connection. \n\n \n  \n \nPOWERHOUSE BOARDS\nTraining that transforms your board\nPowerhouse boards bring an energy to their work. They make good decisions on behalf of their mission. They are nimble\, influential\, effective\, and connected. You may have seen such a board in your community—maybe you serve on one. If so\, you know the joy that comes when a group of people comes together and really makes a difference. \nLet’s dive into the three chapters of board leadership that every nonprofit needs to thrive: \n  \nBuild an effective board \nWe’ll start at the beginning—clarifying your organization’s core purpose and identifying the people who can help you achieve it. By the end of this session\, you’ll be able to clearly explain what you do and why\, connect that purpose to board recruitment\, and outline a plan to attract the right people for your board’s future. \nKnow the job: Roles and responsibilities \nThe right people will shine when they understand their role and have the skills to do it well. This includes knowing how to read financial statements and staying compliant with state and federal laws. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities your board members hold\, the ability to “speed read” a balance sheet and income statement\, and the confidence to meet your legal and fiduciary obligations. \nWork well together \nBoards juggle a lot\, so this session focuses on how to make collaboration easier and meetings more productive. You’ll learn practical tools for decision-making\, effective committee work\, and engaging every board member in fundraising. You’ll leave with ready-to-use ideas to strengthen teamwork and bring in more resources to advance your mission. \n  \n \nABOUT THE PRESENTER\nNancy Bacon is a nonprofit educator and learning strategist who has spent over 25 years turning complex ideas into practical\, actionable learning for nonprofit leaders. She has developed and led hundreds of workshops on board leadership\, fundraising\, and organizational effectiveness. Nancy draws on her experience as a nonprofit executive\, board member\, and consultant to make learning relevant and immediately useful. She holds a Master of Public Administration from the University of Washington’s Evans School and co-hosts the Nonprofit Radio Show. \n  \nThe Nonprofit Practices Institute (a partnership of the Icicle Fund and the Community Foundation of NCW) and Thriving Together NCW are co-sponsoring this training. \n \n 
URL:https://cfncw.org/event/powerhouse-boards-winthrop-training-2026/
LOCATION:Winthrop Barn Auditorium\, 51 State Rte 20\, Winthrop\, WA\, 98862
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Practices Institute
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SUMMARY:Tech Talk for Nonprofits - AI and Grant Writing: Smart\, Ethical\, and Practical Use
DESCRIPTION:Tech Talk for Nonprofits – AI and Grant Writing: Smart\, Ethical\, and Practical Use \nMay 14\, 2026 12:00 PM \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JMitgRc5TDyA9bXX01ko8g#/registration \nDiscover how artificial intelligence can support and strengthen your grant writing practice. In this engaging webinar\, we’ll explore the latest AI tools\, discuss current use policies and the (in)effectiveness of AI detectors\, and walk through examples of writing prompts that actually work. You’ll learn practical\, ethical ways to integrate AI into your workflow—saving time without sacrificing authenticity or impact. Perfect for grant writers looking to stay sharp\, efficient\, and ahead of the curve. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand current funder policies on AI use and the limitations of AI detection software\nApply practical prompting techniques to use AI as a thought partner in grant development and research grant opportunities\nIntegrate AI ethically into your workflow while maintaining authentic voice and impact\n\n  \nAbout the Presenter: Allison is one of only thirty trainers nationally approved by the Grant Professionals Certification Institute\, she is also an approved trainer for both the Grant Professionals Association and the Association of Fundraising Professionals. With over two decades of grant writing and nonprofit management experience\, plus an M.Ed. in Adult Education\, Allison brings a dynamic teaching style and a passion for making grant writing accessible. She helps professionals build confidence and clarity in their work while inspiring innovation in the field.
URL:https://cfncw.org/event/tech-talk-for-nonprofits-ai-and-grant-writing-smart-ethical-and-practical-use/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Learning Events
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: Grants Management Virtual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\n\n\nThis one-day\, virtual session provides a comprehensive overview of essential practices for effectively managing grant awards.\n\n\n\nGrants Management is a virtual\, one-day training that provides a comprehensive overview of essential practices for effectively managing grant awards\, from compliance and reporting to fostering strong funder relationships. Participants will gain practical tools and strategies to ensure successful grant implementation while aligning with funder expectations and organizational goals. \nRegistration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/grants-management-virtual-workshop-tickets-1978297555242?aff=oddtdtcreator \nDetails:\nDate: Wednesday\, May 20th \nTime: 8:30am-3:30pm \nLocation: Zoom (Registration link will be sent in confirmation email) \nCost: FREE \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand key components of grant compliance\, including financial management\, reporting requirements\, and audit preparedness.\nDevelop strategies for maintaining strong funder relationships through proactive communication and transparency.\nLearn to create and implement a grant management plan that ensures accountability and maximizes the impact of awarded funds..\n\nDeliverables\n\nA customizable grant management checklist to streamline post-award processes.\nA sample grant management plan template for participants to adapt to their organizations.\nA resource guide featuring best practices\, tools\, and tips for successful grant management.\n\nQuestions?\nPlease reach out to Mariah Kelley at Mariah@thrivingncw.org. \nOur Trainer\nAllison Jones is the founder of Spark the Fire Grant Writing Classes. She is one of only twenty-five approved trainers in the country for the Grant Professionals Certification Institute and is an approved trainer of the Grant Professionals Association. She is a grant writing professor at Western Washington University\, Evergreen College\, and Seattle Central College. Allison speaks at nonprofit conferences globally and has 25 years of experience in grant writing and nonprofit management. She is devoted to teaching and provides highly interactive\, student-centric learning experiences. Allison is also a columnist for Candid.org’s blog.
URL:https://cfncw.org/event/online-grants-management-virtual-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: May Legal Clinic
DESCRIPTION:May Legal Clinic\n\n\nMay 20 | 5:00 pm  –  7:30 pm \n\n\n\nFree Held virtually via Zoom video call\nCommunities Rise offers FREE monthly legal clinics to provide legal assistance to Washington-based small businesses and nonprofits! Legal clinics are held virtually via Zoom video call. Qualifying clients are paired with an attorney for a free 1-hour limited engagement legal consultation to discuss business-transactional matters\, such as questions around: \n\nIncorporation and application for tax exemption status (general questions only)\nFederal Tax-Exempt Status (general questions only)\nNonprofit Governance\nBusiness Entity Formation\nMaintenance and Compliance with State and Federal Law\nAdvice on Corporate Governance\nTaxes (general questions only)\nEmployment\nReal Estate\nIntellectual Property \nRisk and Liability Assessment\n\nPlease keep in mind that questions which can be answered in a short amount of time are best suited for the clinic due to the 1 hour appointment time limit. As such\, the clinic is not suited for document review of documents (leases\, contracts\, bylaws\, Articles of Incorporation\, etc) that are longer than 4 pages. \nTo learn more about our legal clinics and what legal matters we can and cannot assist with\, please view our Clinic FAQ. \nOur legal clinics are intended for small businesses and nonprofits who meet the eligibility requirements- click here for small business eligibility information. For nonprofit clinic appointments\, priority is given to nonprofits with annual budgets under $500\,000. \nTo request an appointment or for more information\, please email contact@communities-rise.org. Please note: Unfortunately\, we cannot accommodate same-day appointments. Due to the logistics required in setting up the clinic\, we recommend requesting an appointment 7-10 days prior to the desired clinic date. \nAll clinics will be held virtually via Zoom until further notice. \nCan’t attend this clinic? Don’t worry\, these clinics occur monthly! \nThis clinic is exclusively for small businesses and nonprofit organizations and does not provide legal services for individual or personal concerns. Consultations are by appointment only and often fill up quickly\, please reach out to contact@communities-rise.org to learn more.
URL:https://cfncw.org/event/online-may-legal-clinic/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Learning Events
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: June Grant Writing Clinic
DESCRIPTION:June Grant Writing Clinic\n\n\nJune 1| 3:30 pm  –  6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFree\nA joint venture between Communities Rise and the Puget Sound Grantwriters Association (PSGA) brings you a free service to increase your chances of receiving grant funding! \nThis grant writing assistance program from Communities Rise is designed to support community-based organizations that serve communities impacted by systemic oppression and do not have the internal capacity to hire a grant writer or have staff dedicated to grant writing. \nUp to 2 members from an organization may bring a request for proposal (RFP)\, application guidelines\, draft proposal\, a proposal not funded\, or questions about grant searching\, and an experienced grant writer will give you individualized guidance. Preference is given to orgs led by communities of color or other communities impacted by systemic oppression. \nThese services are free of charge and available by appointment only. Email cbclinics@communities-rise.org with questions or to schedule! \nCan’t make this one? Grant writing consultation typically happens at CR on the first or second Monday of each month (except holidays)\, contact us today to schedule for a future date. \n*Please note that all clinics have been moved online until future notice*
URL:https://cfncw.org/event/online-june-grant-writing-clinic/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Learning Events
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: June Fundraising Clinic
DESCRIPTION:June Fundraising Clinic\n\n\nJune 8 | 5:30 pm  –  7:30 pm \n\nFree\nJoin us for a FREE 2-hour consultation with a professional fundraiser. They will review your questions in advance and talk with you about your fundraising goals and plans for the year. \nPreference is given to organizations based in and led by communities of color and indigenous\, immigrant and refugee\, queer and trans\, low-income communities\, and others historically disenfranchised. \nThese services are free of charge and available by appointment only. Email cbclinics@communities-rise.org with questions or to schedule! \nOffered in partnership with AFP Advancement Northwest’s “Fundraisers on the Go”. \n*Please note that all clinics have been moved online until future notice. Contact us for more details.*
URL:https://cfncw.org/event/online-june-fundraising-clinic/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Learning Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260609T100000
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SUMMARY:The EQ Edge (OMAK)
DESCRIPTION:CFNCW Office | 715A Okoma Drive\, Omak\, WA | Tuesday\, June 9 \n10:00AM – 3:00PM \n*Lunch will be provided. Please let us know your dietary restrictions when you register. \nThe EQ Edge helps organizations build confident leaders\, emotionally intelligent teams\, and cultures where people want to stay. \nGet ready for a half-day\, hands-on training that helps nonprofit professionals understand what emotional intelligence really is\, why it’s the single most important skill for leadership and relationship success\, and how to strengthen it through specific\, learnable habits. \n \nThrough energizing activities and candid dialogue\, you’ll describe and assess the four core EQ competencies\, map your EQ strengths and blindspots\, and apply practical tools to translate awareness into behavior that builds trust and impact. You’ll leave the session with your own EQ Edge Plan to sustain your growth after the session ends. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDescribe and assess the four EQ competencies: self-awareness\, self-management\, social awareness\, and relationship management\nMap your EQ strengths and blind spots across self-awareness\, self-management\, social awareness\, and relationship management.\nPractice tools to manage stress\, build empathy\, and strengthen difficult conversations\nBuild Your EQ Edge Plan: Commit to one habit and accountability check-in to sustain your growth\n\n  \nMargie (Thirlby) DuBois helps organizations build confident leaders\, emotionally intelligent teams\, and cultures where people want to stay. As a leadership trainer\, speaker\, facilitator\, and coach\, she blends research- \n \nbacked tools with practical strategies to teach the human behaviors that drive belonging\, performance\, and retention. \nMargie is the creator of the 7 Habits of Confident Humans™ and The Five Star Manager™ frameworks\, used by individuals\, people leaders\, and HR professionals to develop self-led employees who strengthen workplace culture through everyday leadership behaviors. Her learning experiences are known for being interactive\, emotionally resonant\, and immediately applicable. With 14 years of executive leadership experience (including leadership roles at Rebuilding Together and Reading Partners)\, along with lived experience navigating workplace bullying and cognitive diversity\, Margie knows what it means to lead with resilience. Her experiences sparked a lifelong commitment to helping others lead with courage and integrity. Today\, she partners with companies across industries to make confidence and human-centered leadership teachable skills and cultural advantages. \n \n  \nThe Nonprofit Practices Institute (a partnership of the Icicle Fund and the Community Foundation of NCW) and Thriving Together NCW are co-sponsoring this training.
URL:https://cfncw.org/event/the-eq-edge-omak/
LOCATION:Community Foundation of NCW – Omak Office
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Practices Institute
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260610T150000
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SUMMARY:The EQ Edge (WENATCHEE)
DESCRIPTION:Confluence Technology Center | 285 Technology Center Way\, #102\, Wenatchee\, WA | Wednesday\, June 10 \n10:00AM – 3:00PM \n*Lunch will be provided. Please let us know your dietary restrictions when you register. \nThe EQ Edge helps organizations build confident leaders\, emotionally intelligent teams\, and cultures where people want to stay. \nGet ready for a half-day\, hands-on training that helps nonprofit professionals understand what emotional intelligence really is\, why it’s the single most important skill for leadership and relationship success\, and how to strengthen it through specific\, learnable habits. \n \nThrough energizing activities and candid dialogue\, you’ll describe and assess the four core EQ competencies\, map your EQ strengths and blindspots\, and apply practical tools to translate awareness into behavior that builds trust and impact. You’ll leave the session with your own EQ Edge Plan to sustain your growth after the session ends. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDescribe and assess the four EQ competencies: self-awareness\, self-management\, social awareness\, and relationship management\nMap your EQ strengths and blind spots across self-awareness\, self-management\, social awareness\, and relationship management.\nPractice tools to manage stress\, build empathy\, and strengthen difficult conversations\nBuild Your EQ Edge Plan: Commit to one habit and accountability check-in to sustain your growth\n\n  \nMargie (Thirlby) DuBois helps organizations build confident leaders\, emotionally intelligent teams\, and cultures where people want to stay. As a leadership trainer\, speaker\, facilitator\, and coach\, she blends research- \n \nbacked tools with practical strategies to teach the human behaviors that drive belonging\, performance\, and retention. \nMargie is the creator of the 7 Habits of Confident Humans™ and The Five Star Manager™ frameworks\, used by individuals\, people leaders\, and HR professionals to develop self-led employees who strengthen workplace culture through everyday leadership behaviors. Her learning experiences are known for being interactive\, emotionally resonant\, and immediately applicable. With 14 years of executive leadership experience (including leadership roles at Rebuilding Together and Reading Partners)\, along with lived experience navigating workplace bullying and cognitive diversity\, Margie knows what it means to lead with resilience. Her experiences sparked a lifelong commitment to helping others lead with courage and integrity. Today\, she partners with companies across industries to make confidence and human-centered leadership teachable skills and cultural advantages. \n \n  \nThe Nonprofit Practices Institute (a partnership of the Icicle Fund and the Community Foundation of NCW) and Thriving Together NCW are co-sponsoring this training.
URL:https://cfncw.org/event/222399/
LOCATION:Confluence Technology Center\, 285 Technology Center Way\, Wenatchee\, WA\, 98801
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Practices Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260611T080000
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SUMMARY:TOPPENISH: Central Washington Conference for the Greater Good
DESCRIPTION:Forward\, Together: Central Washington Conference for the Greater Good\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*Discount Code for NCW nonprofit leaders: NPISCHOLAR2026\nWelcome to the 2026 Central Washington Conference for the Greater Good!\nWhere nonprofits\, philanthropy\, and others working for the greater good come together to learn\, connect\, and be inspired. \nNonprofit leaders are navigating real headwinds\, and they are responding to change with grit\, resilience\, and perseverance. In 2026\, a Fire Horse year often used to describe momentum and courageous action in uncertain times\, nonprofits are moving forward through transition. The Central Washington Conference for the Greater Good creates space to learn\, connect\, and be inspired—helping leaders carry momentum forward\, build confidence\, and act with clarity and purpose. \nThis is also a conference about building power together: power rooted in equity\, built through relationships\, and grounded in shared values to advance the communities we serve. \nTogether we ground our work in shared purpose\, strengthen how we turn service into action\, and reinforce unity as a collective force for good. \nFind the latest information about the Conference at our website: www.centralwanonprofits.org. \nCOST* \n$110 per participant  | $95 early bird until May 11 \n\n*Nonprofit leaders from Chelan\, Douglas\, Okanogan\, and Grant counties can use discount code NPISCHOLAR2026 at checkout to reduce the cost to $25. Discount sponsored by the Nonprofit Practices Institute (a partnership of the Community Foundation of NCW and Icicle Fund). \n\nIncludes a day full of learning\, connection\, and inspiration\, morning and lunch sustenance\, wrap-around learning\, and so much more. \nYou will receive a confirmation email with attached receipt from our ticketing site shortly after registering. If you do not receive this\, please check your spam folder.  \nLEAD SPONSORS
URL:https://cfncw.org/event/toppenish-central-washington-conference-for-the-greater-good/
LOCATION:Heritage Univesity
CATEGORIES:Partner Learning Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260617T193000
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: June Legal Clinic
DESCRIPTION:June Legal Clinic\n\n\nJune 17 | 5:00 pm  –  7:30 pm \n\n\n\nFree Held virtually via Zoom video call\nCommunities Rise offers FREE monthly legal clinics to provide legal assistance to Washington-based small businesses and nonprofits! Legal clinics are held virtually via Zoom video call. Qualifying clients are paired with an attorney for a free 1-hour limited engagement legal consultation to discuss business-transactional matters\, such as questions around: \n\nIncorporation and application for tax exemption status (general questions only)\nFederal Tax-Exempt Status (general questions only)\nNonprofit Governance\nBusiness Entity Formation\nMaintenance and Compliance with State and Federal Law\nAdvice on Corporate Governance\nTaxes (general questions only)\nEmployment\nReal Estate\nIntellectual Property \nRisk and Liability Assessment\n\nPlease keep in mind that questions which can be answered in a short amount of time are best suited for the clinic due to the 1 hour appointment time limit. As such\, the clinic is not suited for document review of documents (leases\, contracts\, bylaws\, Articles of Incorporation\, etc) that are longer than 4 pages. \nTo learn more about our legal clinics and what legal matters we can and cannot assist with\, please view our Clinic FAQ. \nOur legal clinics are intended for small businesses and nonprofits who meet the eligibility requirements- click here for small business eligibility information. For nonprofit clinic appointments\, priority is given to nonprofits with annual budgets under $500\,000. \nTo request an appointment or for more information\, please email contact@communities-rise.org. Please note: Unfortunately\, we cannot accommodate same-day appointments. Due to the logistics required in setting up the clinic\, we recommend requesting an appointment 7-10 days prior to the desired clinic date. \nAll clinics will be held virtually via Zoom until further notice. \nCan’t attend this clinic? Don’t worry\, these clinics occur monthly! \nThis clinic is exclusively for small businesses and nonprofit organizations and does not provide legal services for individual or personal concerns. Consultations are by appointment only and often fill up quickly\, please reach out to contact@communities-rise.org to learn more.
URL:https://cfncw.org/event/online-june-legal-clinic/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Learning Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260713T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260713T124500
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SUMMARY:Online: Lunch & Learn with Antioch University
DESCRIPTION:Building Financial Sustainability Through Diversified Funding\, Clear Messaging\, and Relationship Building\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, July 13\, 2026\n12:00PM – 12:45PM PT\nOnline via Zoom – This webinar will be recorded \n\n\n\n\n \nJoin Antioch University for a NAWA Lunch & Learn on July 13. \nFinancial sustainability is about more than fundraising. It’s about building trust\, communicating purpose clearly\, and cultivating relationships that strengthen your organization over time. \nIn this 45-minute Lunch & Learn\, Dr. Russell E. Thornhill of Antioch University will explore how nonprofits can move beyond transactional approaches to funding by developing diversified revenue strategies\, sharpening organizational messaging\, and deepening relationships with donors\, partners\, and community stakeholders. Together\, we’ll examine how values-aligned communication and authentic engagement can help organizations build resilience in a changing funding landscape. \nParticipants will leave with practical insights\, opportunities for reflection and discussion\, and actionable ideas they can bring back to their organizations immediately. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nThis event is free to attend.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRecording\nRegistrants will receive the webinar recording by email after the event. If there are breakout rooms\, they will not be included in the recording. If you can’t attend the training but you are interested in learning about this topic\, please register so we can send you the recording and materials. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility\n\n\n\nCaptioning: We will have automated captioning enabled.  \nInterpretation: Please indicate during registration if you have an interpretation request. Typically\, we need at least two weeks in order to schedule an interpreter. \nVisual Descriptions: Presenters will include visual descriptions of themselves and the slides to give a person who is low-vision\, blind\, or calling in without video a sense of space and place. \nIf you have additional accessibility requests\, please let us know when you register. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker\n\n\n\n\nDr. Russell E. Thornhill of Antioch University \nDr. Russell E. Thornhill is a nonprofit leader\, educator\, and scholar with more than 30 years of experience in fundraising\, organizational leadership\, and community engagement. As a faculty member at Antioch University\, he teaches leadership\, nonprofit management\, and fundraising with a focus on helping students and organizations build sustainable\, mission driven impact. \nGrounded in values of equity\, justice\, and authentic relationship building\, Dr. Thornhill brings a practical and compassionate approach to leadership development. His work connects theory to practice\, equipping current and emerging leaders with the tools to strengthen organizations\, cultivate meaningful partnerships\, and create lasting change in their communities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThanks to Our Partner\n\n\n\n\nPresented by Nonprofit Association of Washington in partnership with Antioch University.
URL:https://cfncw.org/event/online-lunch-and-learn-071326/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Learning Events
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SUMMARY:July Grant Writing Clinic
DESCRIPTION:July 13 | 3:30 pm  –  6:00 pm \n\nFree\n\n\nA joint venture between Communities Rise and the Puget Sound Grantwriters Association (PSGA) brings you a free service to increase your chances of receiving grant funding! \nThis grant writing assistance program from Communities Rise is designed to support community-based organizations that serve communities impacted by systemic oppression and do not have the internal capacity to hire a grant writer or have staff dedicated to grant writing. \nUp to 2 members from an organization may bring a request for proposal (RFP)\, application guidelines\, draft proposal\, a proposal not funded\, or questions about grant searching\, and an experienced grant writer will give you individualized guidance. Preference is given to orgs led by communities of color or other communities impacted by systemic oppression. \nThese services are free of charge and available by appointment only. Email cbclinics@communities-rise.org with questions or to schedule! \nCan’t make this one? Grant writing consultation typically happens at CR on the first or second Monday of each month (except holidays)\, contact us today to schedule for a future date. \n*Please note that all clinics have been moved online until future notice* \nCommunities Rise Office\nPO Box 28399 \nSeattle WA 98118 \n206-324-5850\ncommunities-rise.org
URL:https://cfncw.org/event/july-grant-writing-clinic-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Learning Events
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SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid (East Wenatchee)
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Friday\, July 24\, 2026 | 8:00 AM  5:00 PM \nLocation: Thriving Together NCW Office\, 801 Eastmont Ave\, Suite C\, East Wenatchee\, WA\, 98802 \nOverview: The course will teach you how to apply the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE): \n• Assess for risk of suicide or harm. \n• Listen nonjudgmentally. \n• Give reassurance and information. \n• Encourage appropriate professional help. \n• Encourage self-help and other support strategies. \nCost: Free \nRegistration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mental-health-first-aid-tickets-1986006429693?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://cfncw.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-east-wenatchee/
LOCATION:Thriving Together NCW Office\, 801 Eastmont Ave\, Suite C\, East Wenatchee\, Washington\, 98802
CATEGORIES:Partner Learning Events
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SUMMARY:Online: Meeting of the Marketing Minds
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nTheme: Earned Media for Nonprofits\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, July 29\, 2026\n12:30PM – 1:30PM\nOnline via Zoom – This meeting will not be recorded. \n \nIf you have attended a Meeting of the Marketing Minds in the past\, you do not need to register. The link will automatically be sent to you the day before the event. \nGuest Morgan Marie will join us this month to contribute her experience to our conversation. \n\n\n\nJoin the Nonprofit Association of Washington’s Full-Stack Digital Marketer\, Tia HD\, for Meeting of the Marketing Minds\, an exclusive quarterly online gathering designed specifically for nonprofit professionals who work in the communications and marketing space. This is your opportunity to share recent successes\, tackle upcoming challenges\, and exchange valuable tips and resources with peers who truly understand the unique demands of nonprofit marketing. Don’t miss this chance to connect and collaborate with peers in the comms space.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost\nThis meeting is free to attend. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis meeting is for nonprofit professionals who work in the communications and marketing space. NAWA Members have access to a 15-minute consultation with Tia HD. If you are not a Member and would like to join\, learn more about NAWA Membership here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGuest\nMorgan Marie is a storytelling coach\, speaker\, and former journalist who helps leaders\, nonprofits\, and organizations communicate with greater clarity\, confidence\, and connection. Drawing on her background in media\, public speaking\, and strategic storytelling\, she teaches audiences how to use authentic stories to build trust\, strengthen relationships\, and inspire action. Morgan is the founder of The Storytelling Coach and has worked with hundreds of professionals\, nonprofits\, and business leaders to help them share their message in a way that truly moves people. \nMorgan’s background spans journalism\, higher education\, radio\, marketing\, and nonprofit leadership. She spent years as a television news reporter\, where she learned firsthand how stories capture attention and create impact. She holds a Master’s degree in Communication and Leadership\, serves as an adjunct professor\, and has worked with organizations ranging from nonprofits and healthcare systems to real estate professionals\, community leaders\, and corporate teams. Through her workshops and coaching\, Morgan combines the science of storytelling with practical communication strategies that help people connect more effectively with the audiences they serve. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRecording\nThis meeting will not be recorded. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility\n\n\n\nCaptioning: We will have automated captioning enabled.  \nInterpretation: Please indicate during registration if you have an interpretation request. Typically\, we need at least two weeks prior notice to schedule an interpreter. \nVisual Descriptions: Presenters will include visual descriptions of themselves and the slides to give a person who is low-vision\, blind\, or calling in without video a sense of space and place. \nIf you have additional accessibility requests\, please let us know when you register. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Check out the event FAQ page or contact Nonprofit Association of Washington  \nPhone: (855) 299-2922 x110 \nEmail: communications@nonprofitwa.org
URL:https://cfncw.org/event/online-meeting-of-the-marketing-minds-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Learning Events
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SUMMARY:Succession Planning for Nonprofit Organizations: Leadership Continuity to Sustain Your Mission
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nThu\, Jul 30\, 2026\, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT\nZoom Online Meeting\n$95 for individual\n$395 for organization\n \nWhat does “succession planning” mean in your organization? \nSuccession planning and leadership development are continued and potentially growing challenges for nonprofits. The nonprofit sector is experiencing growing rates of employee and volunteer transitions. Many issues faced by nonprofits can be linked to the impacts of high employee and board turnover\, lack of talent planning and development\, and an unrealized commitment to diversity\, inclusion\, equity\, access\, and belonging. \nA significant portion of nonprofits do not have written plans or policies to guide executive transitions\, board succession\, or employee retention\, nor do they include talent development and leadership continuity in strategic planning. Nonprofit executives and their boards often react nervously\, even negatively\, to the idea of leadership succession discussions. Those organizations face significant risk should they experience a sudden vacancy in a key position. \nIntentional and systematic planning can minimize disruptions to operations and programs during times of transition\, ensuring an organization’s mission can continue. \nThird Sector Company is pleased to offer this workshop to help your organization build such a culture. Starting with the belief that an organization’s people are its most valuable resource\, this session will demonstrate that succession planning is more than just preparing for a vacancy in the executive director’s position – it’s about creating and sustaining leadership continuity throughout the organization. \nJoin us on July 30\, 2026 to learn the principles of nonprofit succession planning\, the contents of a succession plan\, and prepare for emergency vacancies in key positions before they happen. \n Succession Planning for Nonprofit Organizations will: \n\n\n\nPosition succession planning as essential to your organization’s long-term sustainability\nOutline and discuss the essential components of a comprehensive succession planning framework\nProvide specific tools and resources to help implement that framework\nEmpower you to become a champion for intentional succession planning and leadership continuity in your organization\n\n\n\nPlease reach out to Erick Seelbach at erick@thirdsectorcompany.com if you have questions or need special consideration in registering. \n  \nPresenters:\n\n\nErick Seelbach\nSenior Program Strategist for Nonprofit Leadership Continuity Solutions\, Pacific Northwest\, Interim Executives Academy\n\n\n\n\nJoan Baumgartner Brown\nChief Operating Officer\, Third Sector Company\n\n\nContact us\n\nErick Seelbach\nerick@thirdsectorcompany.com\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nThird Sector Company is committed to advancing justice\, equity\, diversity\, and inclusion as foundational to its programs. \nWe acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all people; and we pledge our individual and organizational efforts to build respect\, dignity\, caring\, and equitable treatment for all. As an organization\, we are committed to transforming the world into one that promotes social justice and freedom from oppression\, including but not limited to\, racism\, sexism\, classism\, heterosexism\, ageism\, and ableism. \nThus\, we aim to be adaptable\, actively anti-racist\, embracing cultural differences\, and to be accessible for people who are differently resourced and differently abled. Since we do not want financial hardship to be a barrier to participation\, there are several seats reserved in each of our fee-based programs for confidentially awarded scholarships. We encourage those from historically underserved communities to apply.
URL:https://cfncw.org/event/succession-planning-for-nonprofit-organizations-leadership-continuity-to-sustain-your-mission/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Learning Events
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