ONLINE: Ask, Thank, Report, Repeat: Annual Plan Fundraising
2025-03-26 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Event Details

Three 60-minute webinars
Wednesdays, March 12, 19, & 26, 2025
12:00PM – 1:00PM Pacific Time
Online via Zoom – This webinar will be recorded

Whether you’re just stepping into your first fundraising role or you are a seasoned fundraising veteran, this 3-part webinar series will be useful for you.
You need a fundraising plan and rhythm that encourages donor trust and raises more money. This is it!
You desire fundraising confidence. Ask, Thank, Report, Repeat is the answer.
Come learn the secrets behind these four simple, yet powerful, words. By the end of this webinar series, you will know how to build an annual fundraising plan that is measurable, repeatable and successful.

Learning Outcomes:

Build a repeatable fundraising plan that honors your donors and raises more money year after year.
Increase your fundraising confidence and knowledge.
Review resources and samples to help you improve your storytelling and fundraising appeals.

Course Outline:
Ask, Thank, Report, Repeat – A Powerful Introduction

Ask your donors – when and how
Thank them promptly and emotionally – meaningful ‘thanks’ that make your donor feel great
Report so you can show their gift at work – reporting done right leads to donor confidence and more donations
Repeat – the ATRR cycle year after year

Be Confident! How to ask for a donation while encouraging trust with your donors

How to build a fundraising appeal that works
Ask for donations using multiple channels, including face-to-face requests, direct mail and digital media
When to ask and how often
Understand the power of matching gifts

Encourage Donor Trust – Thank promptly and emotionally

How to use receipt letters, thank you notes and emails to encourage donor trust
Raise more money, even while thanking
Get your board involved

Report & Repeat your way to an annual, repeatable fundraising plan

How to best connect your donor with the outcomes your organization makes possible
Repeats what works again and again
Better understand how capital campaigns, planned giving and endowments fit into all of this
Pro tip – what every board member needs to know about fundraising

Cost

$60 for NAWA Members – Find the coupon code on the Member Resources page.
$120 for Not-yet-Members. Interested in becoming a NAWA Member? Learn more about membership here.

Cost should not be a barrier to participate. Please contact us if you have any requests, concerns, or questions regarding the cost of this workshop.
Find NAWA’s cancellation and refund policies here.

Who Should Attend

Current fundraising staff, executive directors, and board members.

Recording

Registrants will receive the recording by email after the each session. If there are breakout rooms, they will not be included in the recording. If you can’t attend all of the sessions but you are interested in learning about this topic, please register and we will send you the recordings and materials.

Accessibility

Captioning: We will have automated captioning enabled.
Interpretation: Please indicate during registration if you have an interpretation request. Typically, we need at least two weeks in order to schedule an interpreter.
Visual 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.
If you have additional accessibility requests, please let us know when you register.

About the Speaker

Jim Shapiro
Jim Shapiro is the fundraising coach you’ve always wanted, the proven Sherpa who can help you get to the top of the mountain. Jim has 30 years’ experience raising money, including serving as the VP of Development for a global $100m nonprofit. He co-founded The Better Fundraising Co. to help small-to-medium nonprofits raise more money. Outside his fundraising work, he serves his community as a high school football coach and finds great joy playing with his grandkids. Jim is married, has three kids, and three grandkids and a dog named Jovi.

Thanks to Our Partners

Presented by Nonprofit Association of Washington and The Better Fundraising Co in partnership with Maine Association of Nonprofits, Common Good Vermont, Nonprofit Association of the Midlands, North Dakota Association of Nonprofit Organizations, Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement, North Carolina Center for Nonprofits, and Kentucky Nonprofit Network.

Questions? Check out the event FAQ page or contact Nonprofit Association of Washington
Phone: (855) 299-2922 x108
Email: learning@nonprofitwa.org

Grant Writing Essentials in Wenatchee
2025-03-31 10:00 - 15:00
This one-day session for NCW nonprofits will offer insight on the five sections of grant a proposal and how to handle common roadblocks.
Register Here.

Date and time

Monday, March 31 · 10am – 3pm PDT

Location

Confluence Technology Center
285 Technology Center Way #102 Wenatchee, WA 98801

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event
Eventbrite’s fee is nonrefundable.

About this event

Event lasts 5 hours

Thriving Together NCW and the Nonprofit Practices Institute are bringing the Grant Writing Road Trip Summit to North Central Washington this spring! This series has been created to offer professional grant writing training to nonprofits located in Chelan, Douglas, Grant, and Okanogan counties.
Overview
Grant Writing 101 is an in person, one-day training that offers participants a step-by-step introduction to crafting compelling and successful grant proposals. Through practical exercises and expert guidance, attendees will learn the fundamentals of grant writing to increase their confidence and effectiveness in securing funding.
Details:
Date: Friday, March 31st
Time: 10am-3pm
Location: Confluence Technology Center, 285 Technology Center Way #102, Wenatchee, WA 98801
Cost: $25 (this includes lunch)
Restrictions: Only one individual per organization is allowed to attend this training.
Learning Objectives
1. Understand the basic structure of a grant proposal, including essential components like
the needs statement, goals, and evaluation plan.
2. Learn techniques to align proposals with funder priorities and craft persuasive narratives.
3. Develop skills in grant research and identifying funding opportunities that match
organizational needs.
Deliverables
1. A sample grant proposal template to guide future writing efforts.
2. A checklist for ensuring completeness and competitiveness in grant submissions.
3. A curated list of grant research tools and resources to help identify funding opportunities.
Questions?
Please reach out to Mariah Kelley at Mariah@thrivingncw.org.
Our Trainer
Allison 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.

Nonprofit Marketing 101
2025-04-01 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-04-02 09:30 - 11:00
April 1st and 2nd, 2025 @ 10:30 am – 12:00pm MT / 9:30 am – 11am PT
Online – via Zoom

Nonprofits often do not have a full time, dedicated person for marketing and communications. This training will help teach those that have marketing as their “other duties as assigned”

About the Speakers:

Autumn Kersey, With a strong background in nonprofit leadership, marketing and communication, Autumn Kersey brings a passion for community impact to every project. Over her 25+ year career,
Autumn has worked with numerous Idaho nonprofit and for-profit organizations to amplify their missions, increase engagement, and build lasting relationships. Known for her creative approach and infectious enthusiasm, Autumn has successfully led initiatives that drive awareness and foster community growth.
Autumn grew up in Twin Falls and now lives in Nampa. In her free time, she enjoys supporting theatre, outdoor concerts, hiking, paddleboarding, and adventuring throughout Idaho.

Kim Ellsworth has been creating content for nonprofits and community-based organizations for over ten years. She has worked for Rediscovered Books, One Stone, St. Stephen’s Hollywood, and Women’s Center – University of Idaho. Ellsworth joined the Idaho Nonprofit Center team in 2016.

Kim has always called Idaho home. She grew up in Boise then traveled north to the University of Idaho graduating with a BFA in Graphic Design. You can usually find her biking, petting a dog, or finding a sunny spot with a book in hand.

Pricing:

Pay what you can: Any contributions made through this option will go directly towards supporting the continued development and programming of our trainings.

Options: $10, $25, $45, $60 (estimated value of training)

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Refund and Cancelation Policy

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Grants Management in Wenatchee
2025-04-01 10:00 - 15:00
This one-day session for NCW nonprofits provides a comprehensive overview of essential practices for effectively managing grant awards.

Register Here.

Date and time

Tuesday, April 1 · 10am – 3pm PDT

Location

Confluence Technology Center
285 Technology Center Way #102 Wenatchee, WA 98801

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event
Eventbrite’s fee is nonrefundable.

About this event

Event lasts 5 hours

Thriving Together NCW and the Nonprofit Practices Institute are bringing the Grant Writing Road Trip Summit to North Central Washington this spring! This series has been created to offer professional grant writing training to nonprofits located in Chelan, Douglas, Grant, and Okanogan counties.
Overview
Grant Writing 201 is an in person, 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.
Details:
Date: Tuesday, April 1st
Time: 10am-3pm
Location: Confluence Technology Center, 285 Technology Center Way #102, Wenatchee, WA 98801
Cost: $25 (this includes lunch)
Restrictions: Only one individual per organization is allowed to attend this training.
Learning Objectives

Understand key components of grant compliance, including financial management, reporting requirements, and audit preparedness.
Develop strategies for maintaining strong funder relationships through proactive communication and transparency.
Learn to create and implement a grant management plan that ensures accountability and maximizes the impact of awarded funds..

Deliverables

A customizable grant management checklist to streamline post-award processes.
A sample grant management plan template for participants to adapt to their organizations.
A resource guide featuring best practices, tools, and tips for successful grant management.

Questions?
Please reach out to Mariah Kelley at Mariah@thrivingncw.org.
Our Trainer
Allison 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.

Grant Writing Essentials in Omak
2025-04-02 10:00 - 15:00
This one-day session for NCW nonprofits will offer insight on the five sections of grant a proposal and how to handle common roadblocks.
Register Here.

Date and time

Wednesday, April 2 · 10am – 3pm PDT

Location

Community Foundation of North Central Washington
715 Okoma Drive #Unit A Omak, WA 98841

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event
Eventbrite’s fee is nonrefundable.

About this event

Event lasts 5 hours

Thriving Together NCW and the Nonprofit Practices Institute are bringing the Grant Writing Road Trip Summit to North Central Washington this spring! This series has been created to offer professional grant writing training to nonprofits located in Chelan, Douglas, Grant, and Okanogan counties.
Overview
Grant Writing 101 is an in person, one-day training that offers participants a step-by-step introduction to crafting compelling and successful grant proposals. Through practical exercises and expert guidance, attendees will learn the fundamentals of grant writing to increase their confidence and effectiveness in securing funding.
Details:
Date: Wednesday, April 2nd
Time: 10am-3pm
Location: Community Foundation of North Central Washington, 715 Okoma Dr Unit A, Omak, WA 98841
Cost: $25 (this includes lunch)
Restrictions: Only one individual per organization is allowed to attend this training.
Learning Objectives
1. Understand the basic structure of a grant proposal, including essential components like
the needs statement, goals, and evaluation plan.
2. Learn techniques to align proposals with funder priorities and craft persuasive narratives.
3. Develop skills in grant research and identifying funding opportunities that match
organizational needs.
Deliverables
1. A sample grant proposal template to guide future writing efforts.
2. A checklist for ensuring completeness and competitiveness in grant submissions.
3. A curated list of grant research tools and resources to help identify funding opportunities.
Questions?
Please reach out to Mariah Kelley at Mariah@thrivingncw.org.
Our Trainer
Allison 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.

The Power of Story: Turn Complex into Compelling
2025-04-02 12:00 - 13:30
Wednesday, April 2

The Power of Story: Turn Complex into Compelling

Learn how strategic storytelling fosters connection, boosts engagement, and strenthens fundraising.

Date and time

Wednesday, April 2 · 12 – 1:30pm PDT

Location

Online

About this event

Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes

So much connectivity, so little connection! Leaders often find themselves stretched thin, struggling to nurture relationships and effectively communicate their messages in a way that truly resonates. While many focus on results, the most effective leaders recognize that meaningful relationships drive those results. It’s not an either/or. Stories are the currency of connection, making storytelling an indispensable skill for modern leaders. Strategic storytelling is more than a soft skill. It contributes to revenue. This interactive and reflective session is designed to lay the groundwork for transformative conversations that foster better relationships, leading to a community of loyal stakeholders.
When we lead with story, we build engaged teams, more loyal clients, and better communities.
Help your leaders communicate to connect, engage, and influence action. This workshop experience is tailored to encourage reflection and collaboration.
Who is this webinar for?

Purpose-driven organizations who want to increase engagement with their stakeholders. (better fundraising, increased revenue)

Organizations who want to give their people the skills to influence action and elevate their impact.

What value can I expect?

When attendees are committed to applying what you’ve learned, you can put your new story and communication skills to work immediately.

More effective communication with your teams, donors, and volunteers.

Improved community-building skills.

About the presentor
Lisa Gerber is a story strategist and communications expert who works with teams to use the power of story effectively through workshops, strategic planning, and one-to-one coaching. She is a conference speaker and the author of The Power of Story: Connect with Purpose; Unlock your Influence.
After years in urban revitalization, Lisa became the marketing director at a ski resort in Idaho, where she merged her marketing skills and passion for skiing. In 2004, she ventured to start her own practice and pursue her love of storytelling and its impact.
Examples of her work include:

Leading a storytelling initiative for an education foundation to support a school levy

Coaching a conservation leader to obtain a million-dollar grant.

Guiding the senior leadership of a global outdoor organization during a multimillion-dollar transformation to increase trust and employee satisfaction.
When she isn’t in her office, she could be out skiing or trail running. This is when she does her best creative problem-solving.

Organized by

501 Commons

Let’s Talk Money: Nonprofit Finance Basics
2025-04-02 12:00 - 13:30
Let’s Talk Money: Nonprofit Finance Basics

Wed Apr 2, 2025 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM PDT
Online, Zoom

April 2, 2025
12:00-1:30 pm Pacific
Money is the fuel that drives your organization forward. You need to understand the tools nonprofits use to track, manage, and oversee money if you are going to make the best decisions for your organization.
Let’s Talk Money is designed to give board members and the people who work with them the knowledge and opportunity to practice they need to strengthen their organization’s financial literacy. By the end of the session, you will be able to show your colleagues what you know about your organization’s financial story.
Let’s Talk Money is an interactive learning event that covers these topics:

How to read a STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION (Balance Sheet) and STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES (Income Statement)
How to BUDGET to increase core mission support
How to improve OVERSIGHT to reduce fraud and error

Let’s Talk Money is accessible to people new to nonprofit finance or comfortable talking about money. It is also helpful to financial experts looking for ways to communicate financial topics with a diversity of people. Participants will receive a workbook to help bring lessons back into the life of their organizations.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTORS

Nancy Bacon is a teacher and instructional designer who has served in the nonprofit roles of executive director, founding program director, board member, and volunteer since 1996. She creates curriculum on nonprofit topics that focuses on how nonprofit board and staff members can do things differently to make their work more joyful and effective. Nancy has taught nonprofit finance to thousands of board members over the past ten years, helping even the least confident finance person make sense of the numbers. She currently leads Nancy Bacon Consulting, a practice focused on learning and leadership in the nonprofit sector.

Erin Welch has been working exclusively with nonprofits for over 25 years and deeply understands the sector and its challenges. Erin specializes in nonprofit accounting, financial health assessment, internal control improvements, and strategic planning. In her many years with Jacobson Jarvis, Erin has been a Partner, Principal, auditor, consultant, trainer, and firm leader. Erin is an experienced teacher, translating complex financial concepts into clear, actionable insights.

COST
$30 for the session, which includes 90 minutes of learning and the Let’s Talk Money workbook.
Pre- and post-event emails will help you get ready and apply lessons to your organization.

Because this session is recorded and all registrants will receive the recording, no refunds are available.
In partnership with

ONLINE: Train the Trainer: Deepening our Collective Practices
2025-04-03 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-04-10 10:00 - 11:30
Event Details

Thursdays, April 3 & 10, 2025
10:00AM – 11:30AM PT
Online via Zoom – This webinar will be recorded

Take a moment to pause and reflect – what do we want and need from trainings? As trainers, facilitators, and anyone who shapes meeting and engagement spaces, how can we best achieve our goals? How do we hold ourselves accountable for the content and the needs of participants? How do we prepare for known and unknown challenges that may emerge in real time? In addition, what are some key components of learning theory and engagement practices that support organizations seeking to transform and apply principles of equity and justice in their work?
This two-part Train the Trainer series is designed to deepen our collective training practices. We will cover:

Principles of adult learning
Recognizing, celebrating, and supporting different groups of learners who come together in training spaces
Handling difficult conversations and courageous communication
Trainers as leaders and leaders as trainers
Making materials and virtual trainings more accessible to learners of all abilities

Cost

Free for NAWA Members – Find the coupon code on the Member Resources page.
$30 for Not-yet-Members. Interested in becoming a NAWA Member? Learn more about membership here.

Cost should not be a barrier to participate. Please contact us if you have any requests, concerns, or questions regarding the cost of this workshop.
Find NAWA’s cancellation and refund policies here.

Who Should Attend

Trainers, consultants, nonprofit learning staff, anyone who hosts meetings, and people holding space for community or organizational engagement are welcome.

Recording

Registrants 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.

Accessibility

Captioning: We will have automated captioning enabled.
Interpretation: Please indicate during registration if you have an interpretation request. Typically, we need at least two weeks in order to schedule an interpreter.
Visual 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.
If you have additional accessibility requests, please let us know when you register.

About the Speaker

Tracy Flynn, M.Ed. (she, her, hers),
Seattle, Washington
Tracy has nearly 30 years of experience with management and leadership of local and national health, welfare, and education institutions. Her mission is to provide training, facilitation, and coaching to build healthy individuals, organizations, and communities. Her expertise includes coaching, facilitation, curriculum design, anti-bias and inclusion, community engagement, and leadership development. She works with teams, managers, and executives on program implementation and as a work/life coach. To learn more about Tracy, please visit: www.tracyflynnconsulting.com.

Thanks to Our Partner

Presented by Nonprofit Association of Washington in partnership with the Washington Secretary of State.

Questions? Check out the event FAQ page or contact Nonprofit Association of Washington
Phone: (855) 299-2922 x108
Email: learning@nonprofitwa.org

Grants Management in Omak
2025-04-03 10:00 - 15:00
This one-day session for NCW nonprofits provides a comprehensive overview of essential practices for effectively managing grant awards.

Register Here.

Date and time

Thursday, April 3 · 10am – 3pm PDT

Location

Community Foundation of North Central Washington
715 Okoma Drive #Unit A Omak, WA 98841

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event
Eventbrite’s fee is nonrefundable.

About this event

Event lasts 5 hours

Thriving Together NCW and the Nonprofit Practices Institute are bringing the Grant Writing Road Trip Summit to North Central Washington this spring! This series has been created to offer professional grant writing training to nonprofits located in Chelan, Douglas, Grant, and Okanogan counties.
Overview
Grant Writing 201 is an in person, 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.
Details:
Date: Wednesday, April 3rd
Time: 10am-3pm
Location: Community Foundation of North Central Washington, 715 Okoma Dr Unit A, Omak, WA 98841
Cost: $25 (this includes lunch)
Restrictions: Only one individual per organization is allowed to attend this training.
Learning Objectives

Understand key components of grant compliance, including financial management, reporting requirements, and audit preparedness.
Develop strategies for maintaining strong funder relationships through proactive communication and transparency.
Learn to create and implement a grant management plan that ensures accountability and maximizes the impact of awarded funds..

Deliverables

A customizable grant management checklist to streamline post-award processes.
A sample grant management plan template for participants to adapt to their organizations.
A resource guide featuring best practices, tools, and tips for successful grant management.

Questions?
Please reach out to Mariah Kelley at Mariah@thrivingncw.org.
Our Trainer
Allison 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.

ONLINE: Homeowners’ Associations – Opening the Gates
2025-04-08 12:00 - 13:00
Event Details

Tuesday, April 8, 2025
12:00PM – 1:00PM PT
Online via Zoom – This webinar will be recorded

This presentation will provide an overview of nonprofit Homeowners Associations and Common Interest Communities in Washington, beginning with a historical look that highlights the exclusionary nature (including issues associated with race-based and class-based exclusions), supported by relevant case studies.
It will cover:

Practical aspects of associations including common advantages and disadvantages in having associations, the benefit of choosing a nonprofit association over for-profit, and trends in the industry.
Legal trends in state and federal law related to associations, including an association’s ability to obtain tax-exempt status, where state and federal laws may be pushed or stretched, other common legal issues with Associations.
How Associations can leverage different laws, including the new Washington Nonprofit Corporations Act, the new Washington Common Interest Community Act, and federal law on tax exemption (including Section 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code) in order to actually effect social change and be forces for societal good.

Important Note: This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or technical advice. If you are unsure about anything covered in this presentation, we suggest that you contact the appropriate agency or seek professional advice.

Cost

Free for NAWA Members – Find the coupon code on the Member Resources page.
$20 for Not-yet-Members. Interested in becoming a NAWA Member? Learn more about membership here.

Cost should not be a barrier to participate. Please contact us if you have any requests, concerns, or questions regarding the cost of this workshop.
Find NAWA’s cancellation and refund policies here.

Who Should Attend

This webinar is designed for nonprofit board members or staff interested in nonprofit law basics. It is appropriate for organizations with or without staff.

Recording

This workshop will be recorded. Registrants will receive the webinar recording by email after the event. 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.

Accessibility

Captioning: We will have automated captioning enabled.
Interpretation: Please indicate during registration if you have an interpretation request. Typically, we need at least two weeks in order to schedule an interpreter.
Visual 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.
If you have additional accessibility requests, please let us know when you register.

About the Speaker

Coleman Scroggins, Apex Law Group
Before becoming an attorney, Coleman spent a lot of time working for community-oriented entrepreneurs, startups, and small business owners. It was this experience that motivated him to become the type of attorney that provides substantive business advice matched with legal know-how.

Thanks to Our Partner

Presented by Nonprofit Association of Washington in partnership with Apex Law Group.

Questions? Check out the event FAQ page or contact Nonprofit Association of Washington
Phone: (855) 299-2922 x108
Email: learning@nonprofitwa.org

From Spam to Inbox: Optimize Emails for MailChimp, Constant Contact & More
2025-04-08 12:00 - 13:00
Date and time

Tuesday, April 8 · 12 – 1pm PDT

Location

Online

About this event

Event lasts 1 hour

Join us for an interactive, hands-on webinar where you’ll learn how to diagnose and fix email deliverability issues using free online tools. Discover how to enhance email security and ensure your messages reach inboxes by optimizing DNS settings and following industry best practices. We’ll also cover essential sender requirements for platforms like MailChimp and Constant Contact, empowering you to improve your email performance with confidence.
Who is this webinar for?

Fundraisers using email marketing platforms like MailChimp and Constant Contact who want to improve deliverability.
IT and Email Administrators looking to enhance email security and prevent issues like spam filtering and phishing attacks.
Nonprofit Organizations that rely on email campaigns for fundraising, outreach, and engagement.What value can I expect?

Hands-on training to fix email deliverability issues using free online tools.
Actionable strategies to enhance email security and ensure your messages land in inboxes, not spam folders.
Expert guidance on DNS settings and industry best practices to meet sender requirements and maximize email success.

About the presentor
Scott Marlow is an expert in custom WordPress web design and builds high-performing, accessible, and search engine-friendly websites. With extensive experience helping local businesses and nonprofits, Scott manages every step of the web development process—from securing domains and hosting to optimizing websites for longevity and brand consistency.
Examples of Scott’s nonprofit clients include: https://marlowfive-0.com/scott-marlow/clients/
When he isn’t in his office, Scott could be out skiing or trail running. This is when he does his best creative problem-solving.

Organized by:
501 Commons

ONLINE: Boards in Gear
2025-04-09 16:00 - 18:00
Event Details

Wednesday, April 9, 2025
4:00PM – 6:00PM PT
Online via Zoom – This session will be recorded

You joined a nonprofit board because you care about the organization’s mission. You want your contributions as a board member to positively affect the issues addressed by the organization. As a board, you want your nonprofit to thrive and make a difference in the communities served by your organization. Whether your nonprofit is just starting or is long established, getting your board in gear can help put your organization on a clear path forward.

This interactive, virtual workshop is based on the Boards in Gear resources developed in partnership with some of our state’s leading board experts. You will leave with concrete action steps, tools, and connections.

The virtual workshop will cover:

Board responsibilities
Board operations
Composition and development
Fundraising
Advocacy

This workshop will be recorded. Registrants will receive the recording by email after the event. If you can’t attend the training but you are interested in learning about this topic, please register so you we can send you the recording and materials.

Boards in Gear is Part 1 of the Nonprofit Fundamentals Series. Register for the series to strengthen your board’s performance and decision-making.

Learn More About the Nonprofit Fundamentals Series

Cost
FREE – This event is free thanks to a partnership with the Washington Office of the Secretary of State.

Who Should Attend
This workshop is designed for board members and the people who work with them, namely executive directors and program staff. It offers ideas for new board members and those who have served for a long time. It is appropriate for organizations of all sizes, whether they have staff or not.

Accessibility
Captioning: We will have automated captioning enabled.
Interpretation: There will be Spanish interpretation for this webinar. Please indicate during registration if you have an interpretation request. Typically, we need at least two weeks in order to schedule an interpreter.
Visual 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.
If you have additional accessibility requests, please let us know when you register.

About the Speaker
Pamela J. Oakes, The Profitable Nonprofit Pamela is a Fund Development expert, helping nonprofits achieve funding sustainability. Having worked successfully with organizations, nonprofits, foundations, universities, government, and community organizations around the world, Pamela’s passion is to ensure that those who want to change the world for ‘good’ have the funding and resources to do so.

Thanks to Our Partner
Presented by Nonprofit Association of Washington in partnership with the Washington Office of the Secretary of State.

Questions? Contact Nonprofit Association of Washington
Phone: (855) 299-2922 x108
Email: learning@nonprofitwa.org

Maximize Your Fundraising Impact: Website Strategies to Drive Donations
2025-04-10 12:00 - 13:00
Date and time

Thursday, April 10 · 12 – 1pm PDT

Location

Online

About this event

Event lasts 1 hour

Website Preparation for Fundraising Campaigns
When fundraising, you’re sending people to your website to hopefully make a donation. But is your your site optimized to improve donation conversions? This session will provide key steps to take with site content, information architecture, and tracking to make sure you get the most out of your campaign.
Learning outcomes:
1. How to set up landing pages to maximize conversions and drive more donations
2. How to write clear, compelling content for the web to get speedy comprehension and interest
3. How to understand what people are doing on your landing pages and what to do with that information.
Who is this webinar for?
Nonprofit professionals and volunteers seeking innovative approaches to enhance campaign results, gain insights into web content creation, and explore data analysis options.
About the presentor
Marcy Rye is a seasoned expert in nonprofit branding, web design, and digital strategy, making her the ideal trainer for organizations looking to maximize their websites for fundraising success. As the founder of Wire Media, LLC, she has spent over a decade helping mission-driven organizations create powerful, accessible, and results-driven websites that engage supporters and drive donations.
Her expertise spans branding, web accessibility, user experience, and visual storytelling, ensuring that nonprofits can effectively connect with their audiences and convert website visitors into long-term donors.
Marcy holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Master of Fine Arts in Design and Technology from Parsons the New School for Design. When she’s not helping nonprofits build impactful digital strategies, you’ll find her sailing the Pacific Ocean near her home in Marina del Rey, CA.

Organized by:
501 Commons

Succession Planning Consultant Bootcamp
2025-04-16 08:30 - 12:00, 2025-04-17 08:30 - 12:00
Wed, Apr 16, 2025, 8:30 AM PDT – Thu, Apr 17, 2025, 12:00 PM PDT
Zoom Online Meeting

BECOME A CERTIFIED SUCCESSION PLANNING CONSULTANT AND LICENSED TRAINER FOR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
The nonprofit sector is experiencing growing rates of employee and volunteer transitions. Many issues that consultants help nonprofit organizations resolve 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 belongingness.

With less than a fifth of nonprofit organizations prepared for succession, it is essential for the nonprofit sector to have well-trained consultants and more succession planning education programs available in local communities. The Succession Planning Consultant Bootcamp fills this essential need.

What you will learn during the two-day Succession Planning Consultant Bootcamp:

A Definition of Succession Planning Rooted in Talent Recruitment, Development & Retention
The Five Essential Elements of a Nonprofit Succession Plan
Suggested Facilitation Methods for Leadership Continuity Conversations with Nonprofits
The Four “Must-Do’s” For Emergency Succession Planning
The Link between Basic Human Resource Policy and Practice and a Culture of Leadership Continuity and Succession
How to Integrate Succession Planning Discussions into Strategic Planning, Resource Development, and Financial Planning Engagements
The Powerful Intervention that Succession Planning represents to advancing Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, Access, and Belongingness in nonprofit organizations

Bootcamp graduates earn a certificate, a digital badge indicating completion of succession planning studies, access to materials to teach in their workshops and engagements, and invitation to recurring Succession Planning Consultant study group sessions hosted by Third Sector Company for a discounted rate.
Why the need for a Succession Bootcamp? The latest data backs it up:

50% of nonprofit leaders share that they plan to leave their roles within the next five years. Your guidance can empower nonprofits to build resilient structures that ensure continuity and stability.
The Leading with Intent Report from 2021 notes that 30% of nonprofit executives surveyed do not have a written succession plan or policy to guide the board when a transition occurs.
In 2022 there were 500,000 jobs in the nonprofit sector waiting to be filled leading to challenges in hiring and talent recruitment known as the Great Resignation.

Please note that a 90-page workbook including succession planning tools and other resources will be used during the Bootcamp. As with any course that has an accompanying text, you will be asked to order your workbook once it is ready for distribution (priced at $29.95 through a third-party publisher). Instructions will be provided upon registration.
Third Sector Company, Inc. is committed to advancing justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion as foundational to its programs.
We 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.
Thus, 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.

ONLINE: Lunch & Learn – Employee Retention: How to Keep Employees Happy
2025-04-16 12:00 - 13:00
Event Details

Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
12:00pm-12:45pm PT
Online via Zoom – This webinar will be recorded

Connect, learn, and engage with NAWA’s Member Discount Program. Member Discount Program Lunch & Learn Series! Each session will feature a 45-minute deep dive with one of our Member Discount Program Vendors. Take your lunch break to grow your knowledge and expand your connections!
This month, we invite Great Northern Staff Administrators (GNSA) to share more about their services, such as Payroll, HR, and Benefits Administrations. With over 20 years of experience serving businesses across the U.S., GNSA stands out for its people-first approach, ensuring exceptional service and compliance expertise. Learn how their solutions can help streamline administrative tasks for your nonprofit!

Cost

Cost should not be a barrier to participate. Please contact us if you have any requests, concerns, or questions regarding the cost of this workshop.
Find NAWA’s cancellation and refund policies here.

Who Should Attend

Those interested in becoming NAWA members or current NAWA member and want to learn more about our Member Discount Programs and how to access these discount on services.

Recording

Registrants 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.

Accessibility

Captioning: We will have automated captioning enabled.
Interpretation: Please indicate during registration if you have an interpretation request. Typically, we need at least two weeks in order to schedule an interpreter.
Visual 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.
If you have additional accessibility requests, please let us know when you register.

About the Speaker

Robert Nicholl, Senior Business Advisor
Robert attended the University of Oregon on an Athletic Football Scholarship. His focus of education was Business Administration, Physical Education and Adapted Physical Education.
Robert has thirty years in Sales and 5 years of Sales Management experience. For the last 25+ years Robert has been working for Great Northern Staff Administrators, an outsource service provider. He works with business owners, CEO’s, Executive Directors and Administrators partnering to solve issues related to Payroll, Human Resources, HRMS Solutions and Benefit Administration, becoming a trusted advisor for the business owner. He has increased sales by over 2,000% during his time with GNSA.
He is the past president of the BYU Management Society and is currently the Fund-Raising Chairman of the same organization. He started a networking group called the Northwest Medical Resource Network which includes advisors to medical practices in the northwest.
Robert has been married for 26 years and has two girls of his own and six stepchildren, along with twenty-two grandchildren. He and his wife Tamara like spending time with their grandchildren and traveling.
Robert enjoys Oregon Duck football, swimming, golfing and biking.

About the Speaker

Katharina Fink, President

Thanks to Our Partner

Presented by Nonprofit Association of Washington in partnership with

Questions? Check out the event FAQ page or contact Nonprofit Association of Washington
Phone: (855) 299-2922 x104
Email: membership@nonprofitwa.org

April Legal Clinic
2025-04-16 17:00 - 19:15
April 16 | 5:00 pm  –  7:15 pm

Free Held virtually via Zoom video call
Communities 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:

Incorporation and application for tax exemption status (general questions only)
Federal Tax-Exempt Status (general questions only)
Nonprofit Governance
Business Entity Formation
Maintenance and Compliance with State and Federal Law
Advice on Corporate Governance
Taxes (general questions only)
Employment
Real Estate
Intellectual Property
Risk and Liability Assessment

Please 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.
To learn more about our legal clinics and what legal matters we can and cannot assist with, please view our Clinic FAQ.
Our 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.
To request an appointment or for more information, please email legalclinic@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.
All clinics will be held virtually via Zoom until further notice.
Can’t attend this clinic? Don’t worry, these clinics occur monthly!
Our partnerships are important to us and we are thankful to Ventures for their collaboration in serving small businesses at our legal clinics!
This 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 legalclinic@communities-rise.org to learn more.

Building Your Dream Team: 7 Secrets to Recruiting High-Impact Board Members
2025-04-17 11:00 - 12:00
Date and time

Thursday, April 17 · 11am – 12pm PDT

Location

Online

About this event

Event lasts 1 hour

The strength of a nonprofit starts with its board, but finding the right leaders isn’t just about filling seats—it’s about recruiting passionate, strategic, and engaged members who can drive your mission forward. In this dynamic session, seven special-guest nationally recognized nonprofit experts will each reveal one essential secret to identifying, attracting, and securing high-impact board members. From leveraging your network to diversifying your board and creating an irresistible value proposition, you’ll gain actionable insights to transform your board recruitment strategy.

About the presenter
Derik Timmerman, Ph.D.
Dr. Derik Timmerman is the Managing Partner of Valtas, a Washington-based advisory services firm guiding leadership transitions for social enterprises. Derik is a nationally-recognized speaker and author on a variety of nonprofit subjects including leadership effectiveness, fundraising, and board development. Prior to Valtas, Derik was the Founder and Managing Partner of Sparrow Nonprofit Solutions, a nationwide consulting firm helping nonprofits maximize their world-changing impact. In earlier roles, Derik was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company and a US Army Intelligence Officer with two combat deployments to Iraq. Derik earned a Bachelor’s in Computer Science from the United States Military Academy at West Point, as well as a Masters, PhD, and CFRE certification in fundraising. Derik has a passion for chocolate chip cookies, burning them off on nearby hiking trails with his three boys, and living out his life’s core purpose of building factories of hope.

Organized by
Valtas

April Fundraising Clinic
2025-04-21 17:30 - 19:30
April 21 | 5:30 pm  –  7:30 pm

Free
Join 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.
Preference 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.
These services are free of charge and available by appointment only. Email cbclinics@communities-rise.org with questions or to schedule!
Offered in partnership with AFP Advancement Northwest’s “Fundraisers on the Go”.
*Please note that all clinics have been moved online until future notice. Contact us for more details.*
communities-rise.org

Strengthening Nonprofit Governance & Planned Giving Strategies
2025-04-22 11:00 - 12:00
Enhance your nonprofit’s governance & fundraising! Learn fiduciary best practices & powerful planned giving strategies to drive impact.

Date and time

Tuesday, April 22 · 11am – 12pm PDT

Location

Online

About this event

Event lasts 1 hour

Join us for an engaging session to help nonprofit leaders navigate the complexities of fiduciary governance and donor development. This webinar will clarify the critical role of nonprofit boards, offering expert guidance on governance structures, oversight responsibilities, and key compliance considerations. With a strong foundation in governance, organizations can enhance their financial health, maintain public trust, and operate more effectively in a rapidly evolving sector.
Beyond governance, this session will delve into the power of planned giving as a tool for long-term sustainability. Participants will explore innovative approaches to donor engagement, learn how to cultivate lasting relationships with supporters, and discover ways to make the giving process more seamless and impactful. Whether you’re leading an established nonprofit or working to grow donor support, this webinar will provide valuable perspectives and practical tools to help you achieve your mission.
What will I learn?

Key fiduciary responsibilities of nonprofit boards, including governance best practices and compliance standards.
Effective planned giving strategies to engage donors and build long-term financial sustainability.
Practical steps to educate donors and simplify the giving process to increase philanthropic support.

Why should I attend?

Gain expert insights to strengthen your organization’s governance and financial health.
Learn actionable strategies to develop a more engaged donor community and maximize planned giving opportunities.
Ensure your nonprofit is meeting fiduciary obligations while fostering sustainable fundraising practices.
Presenters:

Heather Shanahan – Nonprofit & Financial Services Expert
Heather Shanahan brings a wealth of expertise in nonprofit leadership and financial services to her role at CAPTRUST, where she supports advisors and nonprofit clients with best practice content and strategic resources. With over two decades in the financial industry and experience as the former executive director of the Ronald McDonald House in Chapel Hill, Heather offers a unique perspective on governance, board service, and sustainable financial management for nonprofits. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Certificate in Nonprofit Management from Duke University. Heather also serves on the board of the CAPTRUST Community Foundation, furthering her commitment to nonprofit impact.
Geoffrey Schock – Principal, CAPTRUST
Geoffrey Schock is a trusted advisor to business owners and nonprofit boards across the Pacific Northwest, bringing over a decade of financial industry experience to his role as Principal at CAPTRUST. Since 2009, he has helped organizations navigate financial strategies for long-term sustainability. Before becoming a financial advisor, Geoffrey pursued a career as a professional airline pilot, demonstrating his commitment to precision and strategic decision-making. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Pacific Lutheran University. Outside of work, Geoffrey enjoys spending time with his family.
Ryan Colkitt – Senior Investment Analyst, CAPTRUST
Ryan Colkitt is a senior investment analyst at CAPTRUST, where he works closely with clients and advisors to develop and optimize investment strategies. He provides expert guidance on portfolio management, market trends, and fund selection, helping corporate and nonprofit clients manage liquidity and align their investment allocations with their long-term goals. With a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration (Finance) from the University of Washington, Ryan holds both the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) and Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA) designations. Outside of work, he enjoys skiing, mountain biking, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Organized by

501 Commons

ONLINE: Executive Director Gathering
2025-04-23 15:00 - 17:00
Event Details

Wednesday, April 23, 2025
3:00PM -5:00PM PT
Online via Zoom – This gathering will not be recorded

The role of a nonprofit executive director is full of opportunities and challenges. All too often those holding this pivotal position may feel isolated or alone on their journey. The Executive Director Gathering provides a space to learn together, support each other, and share wisdom. We invite executive directors, and those serving in similar roles, to join us for an afternoon of shared learning and connection led by NAWA’s Executive Director, Neal Mizushima.

Cost

This gathering is free to attend.

Who Should Attend

All executive directors, and those serving in similar roles, are welcome.

Accessibility

Captioning: We will have automated captioning enabled.
Interpretation: Please indicate during registration if you have an interpretation request. Typically, we need at least two weeks in order to schedule an interpreter.
Visual 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.
If you have additional accessibility requests, please let us know when you register.

About the Speaker

Neal Mizushima, Executive Director, Nonprofit Association of Washington
Neal Mizushima brings to the Nonprofit Association of Washington decades of experience in the nonprofit sector. He has a proven record of designing and implementing programs that effectively address community challenges, advocating for change at the city and state level, providing transformational learning opportunities around leadership, trauma-informed approach, change management, and equitable and inclusive practices.
In his most recent role as Director of Programs at Bellevue LifeSpring, and in the role prior as Director of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at Hopelink, Neal has focused on building the systems, policies, procedures, culture, and capacity to serve the community in the most effective and equitable ways possible. With experience in small, medium, and large nonprofits at various stages of growth, Neal is eager to work with the vast array of nonprofits that serve Washington.
While originally from California, Neal has spent nearly all of his adult life in Washington and loves the evergreen state. Neal and his family can often be found exploring the beauty of the Pacific Northwest and the specific regional foods each area has to offer. He looks forward to hearing specific recommendations from all of our partners across the state.

Thanks to Our Partner

Presented by Nonprofit Association of Washington in partnership with the Washington Office of the Secretary of State.

Questions? Check out the event FAQ page or contact Nonprofit Association of Washington
Phone: (855) 299-2922 x108
Email: learning@nonprofitwa.org

Motivational Interviewing
2025-04-24 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-04-25 09:00 - 16:00
Location: Thriving Together NCW Office, 801 Eastmont Ave., Suite C., East Wentachee, WA
Overview: Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a strengths-based approach to conversations that helps draw out people’s own motivation and commitment to change in an atmosphere of compassion, acceptance, and partnership. Motivational interviewing can be applied to all forms of communication, including: therapy, teaching, customer service, medical, emergency services, etc.
Dates & Times: Thursday April 24th and Friday April 25th from 9am-4pm both days.
Cost: $25
Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/motivational-interviewing-introductory-workshop-tickets-1144801816049?aff=oddtdtcreator

ONLINE ED Coffee Hour
2025-04-30 09:00 - 10:00
Event Details

Wednesday, April 30, 2025
9:00am – 10:00am PT
Online via Zoom

Join Nonprofit Association of Washington’s Executive Director, Neal Mizushima , for a check-in with your peers around the state.
What is going on for you? What difficult decisions are you facing? This is a chance to pause and connect with others who may understand your position. How can we, as fellow EDs & CEOs, support each other, learn together, and share wisdom to sustain ourselves through this crisis? We will spend much of our time in small group breakout sessions.
This is an ongoing monthly series. If you have registered for an Executive Director Coffee Hour in the past, you will automatically be sent the meeting information and do not need to register for future meetings.

Cost

Free & for members only- please check the Member Directories to see if you are a NAWA members.

Cost should not be a barrier to participate. Please contact us if you have any requests, concerns, or questions regarding the cost of this workshop.
Find NAWA’s cancellation and refund policies here.

Who Should Attend

NAWA members who serve as Executive Director, CEO or an equivalent role in their organization.

Accessibility

Captioning: We will have automated captioning enabled.
Interpretation: Please indicate during registration if you have an interpretation request. Typically, we need at least two weeks in order to schedule an interpreter.
Visual 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.
If you have additional accessibility requests, please let us know when you register.

Presented By

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Questions? Check out the event FAQ page or contact Nonprofit Association of Washington
Phone: (855) 299-2922 x104
Email: membership@nonprofitwa.org

ONLINE: Meeting of the Marketing Minds
2025-04-30 12:30 - 13:30
Event Details

Wednesday, April 30, 2025
12:30PM – 1:30PM
Online via Zoom – This meeting will not be recorded

Join the Nonprofit Association of Washington’s Full-Stack Digital Marketer, Tia Harris Dalton for Meeting of the Marketing Minds, an exclusive quarterly online gathering designed specifically for nonprofit proffesionals 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.

Upcoming meetings:

July 30th 12:30 – 1:30
October 29th 12:30 – 1:30

Cost

This meeting is free for any nonprofit professional, NAWA Members have access to a 15-minute consultation with Tia Harris Dalton..

Who Should Attend

This meeting is for nonprofit proffesionals who work in the communications and marketing space. NAWA Members have access to a 15-minute consultation with Tia Harris Dalton. If you are not a Member and would like to join, learn more about NAWA Membership here.

Recording

This meeting will not be recorded.

Accessibility

Captioning: We will have automated captioning enabled.
Interpretation: Please indicate during registration if you have an interpretation request. Typically, we need at least two weeks in order to schedule an interpreter.
Visual 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.
If you have additional accessibility requests, please let us know when you register.

About the Speaker

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Thanks to Our Partner

Presented by Nonprofit Association of Washington in partnership with

Questions? Check out the event FAQ page or contact Nonprofit Association of Washington
Phone: (855) 299-2922 x110
Email: communications@nonprofitwa.org

ONLINE: Finance Unlocked for Nonprofits
2025-05-01 16:00 - 18:00
Event Details

Thursday, May 1, 2025
4:00PM – 6:00PM PT
Online via Zoom – This webinar will be recorded

We each have our own experiences with finance that may stir up excitement, mixed feelings, or uneasiness. These feelings can shape how we approach our relationship to nonprofit finance. Approaching nonprofit finance in a welcoming way, the Finance Unlocked for Nonprofits virtual workshop aims to help unlock your financial literacy. From key words and forms to understanding how everything fits together, you will increase your basic nonprofit finance knowledge.

The virtual workshop will cover:

Balance sheet
Income statement
IRS Form 990
Giving
Oversight

This workshop will be recorded. Registrants will receive the recording by email after the event. If you can’t attend the training but you are interested in learning about this topic, please register so you we can send you the recording and materials.

The most valuable thing was to review the basics and to allow me to get a feel for what I do know and what I don’t know. It was helpful to confirm that many of the things that I am currently doing are correct.

– FUN Participant in Bellingham

Finance Unlocked for Nonprofits is Part 2 of the Nonprofit Fundamentals Series.
Register for the series to strengthen your board’s performance and decision-making.

Learn More About the Nonprofit Fundamentals Series

Cost

Free – This event is free thanks to a partnership with the the Washington Office of the Secretary of State.

Who Should Attend

This workshop is aimed at nonprofit board members and nonprofit staff wanting to elevate financial knowledge within their organization. Teams are strongly encouraged.

Recording

This webinar will be recorded. Registrants will be sent the recording and materials after the webinar.

Accessibility

Captioning: We will have automated captioning enabled.
Interpretation: Please indicate during registration if you have an interpretation request. Typically, we need at least two weeks in order to schedule an interpreter.
Visual 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.
If you have additional accessibility requests, please let us know when you register.

About the Speaker

Julleen Snyder, CPA, CGMA, Partner, Jacobson Jarvis & Co, PLLC
Julleen has been with Jacobson Jarvis since 1995 and has both practical experience within a not-for-profit organization, as well as a solid background in accounting and auditing. Julleen is a QuickBooks ProAdvisor and helps nonprofits just starting with QuickBooks and those who are ready to review and modify their existing systems to better meet their needs. Julleen trains staff and volunteers to use QuickBooks more efficiently and helps solve accounting and payroll problems for her clients.

Thanks to Our Partners

Presented by Nonprofit Association of Washington in partnership with the Washington Office of the Secretary of State and Jacobson Jarvis & Co.

Questions? Contact Nonprofit Association of Washington
Phone: (855) 299-2922 x108
Email: learning@nonprofitwa.org

Learning To People Better Together - Session A
2025-05-05 12:00 - 13:30
Learning To People Better Together – Session A
Mon, May 5, 12:00pm – 1:30pm

Join us for an exciting learning series where you will develop the historical literacy and contemporary skills needed to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within your organization. Inclusive behaviors and practices are vital for organizational and personal growth. We will look at historical materials and case studies drawn from examples in North Central Washington and nationally. This equity and inclusion learning series is hosted by the North Central Washington Equity Alliance and presented by Four Strands Community Partners LLC, with the support of Thriving Together NCW.
We will be together for 9 sessions, integrating national and regional history, with equity and inclusion skills-building exercises you can bring back into your work and into your life. Our sessions will be virtual, except for the last session, which will be hybrid and will include dinner together. There will also be two optional in-person gatherings, and opportunities for a one-on-one session with the facilitator.
Eligibility: Open to all residents and organizations (nonprofit, for profit, government, etc.) in North Central Washington. Participants should be interested in establishing a sense of belonging and connection within their organization, their community service work and with North Central Washington residents.
Cost: $75 per person. Limited scholarships are available from the NCW Equity Alliance.

Tech Talk for Nonprofits: Time Tracking
2025-05-06 12:00 - 12:30
Date & Time
May 6, 2025 12:00 PM PST

Description
Join us for a 30-minute webinar, followed by an optional 15-minute Q&A, on using technology tools to help you track time, tasks, and impact. People power nonprofits—and every minute counts. Whether you’re reporting for grants, maintaining compliance, or just trying to run a more efficient organization, time tracking matters. In this session, we’ll cover the essentials of labor law and introduce straightforward tech tools that make tracking time easier, more accurate, and more impactful. Colleen Malmassari of Back40Advisors will break down what you need to know about the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the Washington Minimum Wage Act (WMWA), with nonprofit-specific insight. Then, Dr. Sue Kane will share how nonprofits can leverage simple, accessible technology to streamline time management, support grant reporting, and reduce administrative burden. Tech Talks for Nonprofits are free, quarterly webinars hosted by NCW Tech Alliance in collaboration with the Nonprofit Practices Institute (NPI).
