April Workshop Round-Up
- Nonprofit Learning Lab
- Apr 1
- 4 min read
Happy April! Below we have provided a list of workshops we’re offering this month at the Nonprofit Learning Lab! To register and find out more about each workshop, click the workshop titles of your choice to head to the workshop page.
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Your team has put in the work. You have a solid strategy and a system to stay on track. Then, the unexpected hits—a key team member leaves, funding falls through, or a policy shift threatens your program. How a nonprofit responds to detours determines its success. Learn how to turn challenges into opportunities when you realign with your purpose and adapt strategically.
Maria Bryan | Maria Bryan Creative
The landscape of nonprofit storytelling is undergoing a profound transformation, with organizations recognizing that how we tell stories is just as important as the stories themselves. This timely workshop addresses the need to move away from outdated practices that can inadvertently harm or exploit vulnerable communities while embracing emerging approaches that center dignity, agency, and well-being for storytellers, story owners, and audiences.
As nonprofits navigate an increasingly complex communications environment, understanding and implementing trauma-informed storytelling practices isn't just about ethics—it's about creating more effective, authentic narratives that resonate with audiences while honoring the communities we serve.
Logan Foote | GolfStatus
Golf tournaments are a powerful fundraising tool—but many nonprofits assume they require a big upfront investment to get started. The truth? You don’t need a hefty budget to launch a successful, lucrative golf fundraiser. This free webinar will break down how nonprofits can host a golf tournament with zero start-up funds, while maximizing revenue and donor engagement. Logan Foote, Sales and Education Director at GolfStatus, will share proven strategies for covering event costs through sponsorships, leveraging technology to streamline logistics, and unlocking creative revenue streams before, during, and after the tournament.
Cultivating High-Impact Nonprofit Boards - April 7
Sanjukta (Shama) Shams | Writer Shama
Creating a strong and effective board is essential for the long-term success of any nonprofit organization. This session will focus on the key elements of board development, from recruiting the right individuals to fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability. Participants will learn how to build a diverse and engaged board that can help lead their organization to achieve its mission, elevate its community presence, and effectively guide strategy and governance. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to enhance an existing board, this session offers valuable insights and practical tools to elevate board performance and strengthen leadership.
Faiza Venzant | In partnership with CCVA
We all encounter ethical dilemmas in our daily work with and for community, but rarely do organizations focus on ethics related to volunteer engagement. This session provides an opportunity for practitioners to understand the difference between personal, organizational and professional ethics. The core values and principles identified by the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration (CCVA) will be shared. Participants will learn a process for ethical decision-making that can be applied in any situation, and then practice this using real-life scenarios related to volunteers. Finally, several specific strategies will be offered for increasing awareness of ethics within an organization and helping both volunteers and staff become more effective at handling ethical dilemmas.
Scott Garell | Garell Coaching
We all encounter ethical dilemmas in our daily work with and for community, but rarely do organizations focus on ethics related to volunteer engagement. This session provides an opportunity for practitioners to understand the difference between personal, organizational and professional ethics. The core values and principles identified by the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration (CCVA) will be shared. Participants will learn a process for ethical decision-making that can be applied in any situation, and then practice this using real-life scenarios related to volunteers. Finally, several specific strategies will be offered for increasing awareness of ethics within an organization and helping both volunteers and staff become more effective at handling ethical dilemmas.
FREE: Marketing for a Mission - April 28
Ben Becker | Hoan Marketing
The digital landscape is as crowded as ever, so how do mission-driven nonprofits stand out to reach new donors, volunteers, and other supporters? In this session, we will explore how nonprofits can develop and improve online communication plans that drive results.
Navigating Leadership Changes: Best Practices for Board Support During ED/CEO Transitions - April 28
Tekoah Boatner | Youth Oasis
This comprehensive training program is designed to equip board members with the knowledge and tools to effectively manage leadership transitions. This program emphasizes the importance of strategic planning, and the application of human-centered design to ensure smooth transitions that foster organizational stability and growth. Through a mix of theoretical insights, practical tools, and case studies, participants will develop the capacity to lead their organizations through leadership changes while maintaining a focus on inclusivity and justice.
FREE: Cultivating Relational Connections that Lead to Co-Laboring - April 29
Chuck Coward | CharityTracker
Meeting regularly to stay connected and learn about everyone’s work is one thing. It’s quite another for those connections to translate into working together to solve real problems in your community. What is necessary for the emergence of deep trust and sustained engagement?
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