In today’s complex landscape, effective management, communication, and operational skills are crucial to achieving your mission. Our training programs provide practical skills and actionable insights specifically tailored for your organization. Whether you are an executive, a board member, or a dedicated staff member, our programs will equip your team to lead effectively, raise funds, and make a lasting impact.
Click on each training category to explore the offerings and descriptions for each training session.
Accounting and Budgeting
- Budgeting and Accounting
- Budgeting 101
- Pipeline Management
- Excel & Google Sheets: Beginner, Intermediate, and Expert Levels
Revenue Development
- Development (Fundraising)
- Federal Grants
- Indirect Rates
- Labor and Billing Rates
- Understanding Charitable Motivations
Legal-Related
- Lobbying, Advocacy, and Bidding
- Basic Contracts: Understanding and Creation
- Contracts Management
General Management
- Introduction to Being an Executive Director
- Task Management and Prioritization
- Time Management
- Performance Evaluation
- General Investing
- Retirement Planning
- Board Management
- Strategic Planning
- Program Evaluation
- Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
Marketing & Promotions
- Fundraising Campaigns and Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing Strategies
- Social Media Marketing
- Testimonial Collection and Management
- Creating Effective Calls to Action (CTA)
- Paid Advertising and Promotions
- Digital Marketing Basics
- Internal Marketing and Staff Engagement
Communications & Public Affairs
- Developing Effective Communication Strategies
- Cultural Competency in Communications
- Community Management and Stakeholder Engagement
- Leveraging Influencers and Partnerships
- Public Relations
- Event Marketing
- Donor Engagement and Relationship Building
Branding & Storytelling
- Storytelling and Narrative Development
- Brand Building
- Publicity for Results, Outcomes, and Impact
- Personal Branding for Leaders
- Graphic Design for Non-Designers
- Video and Visual Storytelling
Strategy & Analysis
- Website Design and User Experience (UX)
- Data and Analytics
- Marketing Automation and CRM
Team Management
- Select the Right Team Members
- Build Trust and Respect
- Create a Systematic Process
- Effective Team Meetings
- Encourage Productive Conflict
- Demonstrate Commitment
- Create a Culture of Accountability
- Focus on Results
Topic Descriptions
Accounting and Budgeting
- Budgeting and Accounting: Learn the essentials of non-profit accounting and how to create a sustainable budget.
- Budgeting 101: Master the basics of creating and managing budgets to keep your organization financially secure.
- Pipeline Management: Discover strategies to manage your funding pipeline and maintain consistent cash flow.
- Excel & Google Sheets: Beginner, Intermediate, and Expert Levels: Develop skills in Excel and Google Sheets at all levels to effectively manage your organization’s data.
Revenue Development
- Development (Fundraising): Learn effective fundraising techniques, from grassroots campaigns to major donor engagement.
- Federal Grants: Understand how to apply for and manage federal grants to support your initiatives.
- Indirect Rates: Gain an understanding of indirect costs and how to calculate indirect rates for grant applications.
- Labor and Billing Rates: Learn how to set appropriate labor and billing rates for your organization.
- Understanding Charitable Motivations: Gain insights into donor motivations and learn how to inspire generosity.
Legal-Related
- Lobbying, Advocacy, and Bidding: Learn to navigate the complexities of lobbying, advocacy, and bidding for contracts.
- Basic Contracts: Understanding and Creation: Develop a foundational understanding of contract terms and how to create them.
- Contracts Management: Understand the basics of contract creation and management to protect your organization.
General Management
- Introduction to Being an Executive Director: Learn the fundamentals of leading a non-profit, from strategic planning to operational oversight.
- Task Management and Prioritization: Discover techniques to organize and prioritize daily tasks for maximum efficiency.
- Time Management: Develop effective time management skills to focus on high-impact activities.
- Performance Evaluation: Master tools for evaluating team performance, ensuring alignment with your mission.
- General Investing: Gain essential knowledge about investing to support your organization’s long-term financial health.
- Retirement Planning: Gain valuable insights into long-term financial planning for stability.
- Board Management: Learn how to work collaboratively with your board to align efforts and achieve results.
- Strategic Planning: Understand how to create a strategic plan that drives your organization’s growth.
- Program Evaluation: Learn how to assess your programs to ensure they are meeting objectives and delivering impact.
Marketing & Promotions
- Fundraising Campaigns and Marketing: Learn how to effectively market your fundraising campaigns using digital tools and community outreach.
- Content Marketing: Create compelling content that resonates with your audience and drives support.
- Email Marketing Strategies: Develop effective email campaigns that inspire action and support your mission.
- Social Media Marketing: Learn to leverage social media platforms to increase engagement and reach.
- Testimonial Collection and Management: Learn how to gather and use testimonials to build credibility and trust.
- Creating Effective Calls to Action (CTA): Master the art of creating CTAs that drive engagement and donations.
- Paid Advertising and Promotions: Understand how to use paid advertising to boost your campaigns.
- Digital Marketing Basics: Learn the essentials of digital marketing to expand your reach and impact.
- Internal Marketing and Staff Engagement: Discover strategies for internal marketing to keep your team motivated and aligned.
Communications & Public Affairs
- Developing Effective Communication Strategies: Develop impactful communication strategies that connect with diverse audiences.
- Cultural Competency in Communications: Learn how to communicate effectively across different cultural contexts.
- Community Management and Stakeholder Engagement: Master techniques for engaging stakeholders and building lasting relationships.
- Leveraging Influencers and Partnerships: Learn how to work with influencers and partners to amplify your message.
- Public Relations: Gain the skills needed to develop and execute an effective PR strategy.
- Event Marketing: Learn how to promote your events to maximize attendance and engagement.
- Donor Engagement and Relationship Building: Discover techniques to cultivate and maintain strong donor relationships.
Branding & Storytelling
- Storytelling and Narrative Development: Master the art of telling compelling stories that connect emotionally and inspire action.
- Brand Building: Build a cohesive brand identity that reflects your mission and values.
- Publicity for Results, Outcomes, and Impact: Showcase your program results to build credibility and engage stakeholders.
- Personal Branding for Leaders: Learn how to develop your personal brand as a non-profit leader.
- Graphic Design for Non-Designers: Gain skills to create visually appealing graphics using free tools and templates.
- Video and Visual Storytelling: Learn how to use video and visuals to tell impactful stories.
Strategy & Analysis
- Website Design and User Experience (UX): Learn the fundamentals of building a website that supports your mission and engages visitors.
- Data and Analytics: Use data to understand your audience and improve your programs for greater impact.
- Marketing Automation and CRM: Discover how to use marketing automation and CRM tools to streamline your efforts and improve results.