Workshops are for nonprofit professionals and board volunteers serving Greater New Haven and the Valley. Sessions are designed to strengthen the leadership, management and adaptive capacities of nonprofits large and small, from those who are just starting out to longstanding organizations.
All events will take place online unless otherwise indicated.
Upcoming Workshops
AI Playground: Open Discussion for Nonprofit Professionals
Sep 17, 2024 - Dec 17, 2024
For nonprofit professionals new to using artificial intelligence: Join us to talk about challenges, find guidance, and discover simple solutions to increase efficiency.
Writing In-House Direct Mail Appeals (E-appeals, Too!) That Work! (Webinar Viewing Party)
Sep 17, 2024
Planning to send a year-end direct mail appeal? We have the webinar for you! Join New Reach and The Community Foundation for an in-person viewing party of this pre-recorded webinar presented by Tom Ahern, copywriter extraordinaire and expert in donor communications.
Upsides, Downsides and Alternatives to Starting a Nonprofit
Sep 18, 2024
Thinking about starting a nonprofit? Get the info you need to help decide if a nonprofit is right for you and your mission. Presented in partnership with the New Haven Free Public Library.
Nonprofit Financial Basics
Sep 24, 2024
For nonprofit board and staff with little or no finance background, this workshop will improve participants’ financial literacy.
Board Chairs Roundtable (monthly)
Sep 27, 2024 - Nov 22, 2024
Share experiences and compare challenges with other seated and rising nonprofit Board Chairs in a virtual facilitated conversation.
Strategic Planning Made Easy
Oct 02, 2024
Examine the benefits of the strategic planning process, identify some of the challenges and actionable strategies for your organization and have an opportunity to connect and share with other nonprofits.
Grant Writing Basics
Oct 08, 2024
For professional and volunteer grant writers with little to moderate experience.
Program Directors Roundtable (Fourth Quarter Session)
Nov 01, 2024
Share experiences and compare challenges with other nonprofit Program Directors in a virtual facilitated conversation.
Development Director Roundtable (Fourth Quarter Session)
Dec 06, 2024
Share experiences and compare challenges with other Development Directors in a virtual facilitated conversation
Valley Executive Director Roundtable (Fourth Quarter Session)
Dec 06, 2024
Share experiences and compare challenges with other Valley-based Executive Directors in a virtual facilitated conversation.
Past Workshops and Recordings
Aug 02, 2024
Program Directors Roundtable (Third Quarter Session)
Jun 24, 2024
Building a Board That Works with Andy Robinson
Apr 09, 2024 - Apr 09, 2024
The Great Give 2024: First Timers (RECORDED)
Mar 12, 2024
The Great Give 2024: Virtual Office Hours
Mar 05, 2024 - Mar 07, 2024
The Great Give 2024: Virtual Boot Camp (RECORDED)
Events by Category
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Testimonials
Shoreline Arts Alliance
I am new to the Board and fundraising world. This has been fantastic!
Board Member
Young Audiences/Arts for Learning Connecticut
Very informative – a great orientation for me as a new Board Chair
Kate Copland, Board Chair
New Haven Symphony Orchestra
It was well constructed, beautifully presented and offered practical action items.
Elaine Carroll, Executive Director