Virtual via Zoom| Wednesday, February 25, 2026 | 10:00 am – 11:00 am The graphic communications landscape is vast, but great results shouldn't be a guessing game. This session provides a comprehensive look at the modern toolkit - from traditional foundations to cutting-edge digital processes. We will explore how to select the perfect medium [...]
Virtual via Zoom| Tuesday, November 18, 2025 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Learn how to turn your nonprofit’s impact into stories that spark action. In this interactive virtual workshop, grant writer and storytelling strategist Emily Carpenter will guide participants through the fundamentals of mission-driven storytelling including, what to say, how to say it, [...]
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site | 641 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14202 Wednesday, October 1st 2025 | 9:30 am - 12:00 pm This interactive training on annual appeals will help nonprofit professionals turn fundraising into storytelling that inspires. Together, we’ll explore how to craft irresistible campaigns that feel authentic and engaging. Participants will discover creative [...]
Virtual via Zoom| Wednesday, October 22, 2025 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Fiscal sponsorship is one of the most powerful—but often misunderstood—tools available to artists and creative entrepreneurs. In this masterclass, Dr. Andrea Nero will demystify the essentials: what fiscal sponsorship is (and what it isn’t), who it’s for, and why it may [...]
Virtual via Zoom| Wednesday, August 20th 2025 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm This session offers a clear, practical overview of what it really takes to build and sustain a nonprofit--from legal structure and fundraising strategy to mission clarity and community alignment. Whether you're just starting out or already running an organization, you'll walk [...]
Virtual via Zoom| Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025 | 10:00 - 11:00 am Succession planning is about building resiliency, not just preparing for the unexpected. In this participatory one-hour virtual session, nonprofit leaders will explore simple, proactive steps to navigate staff and board transitions smoothly. Whether you're anticipating change or just want to strengthen your [...]
Virtual via Zoom| Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 | 10:00 - 11:00 am Learn how to cultivate lasting relationships with individual donors that fuel your mission year-round. This session will cover donor segmentation, storytelling, donor journeys, and simple systems to track engagement and increase giving over time. Perfect for small teams looking to grow sustainable [...]
In Person: Tri-Main Center - 2495 Main Street, Buffalo, NY | Thursday, May 22nd, 2025 | 9:30 - 11:30 am Planned giving isn’t just for large organizations! This session will demystify legacy giving, introduce donor-centered approaches to wills and bequests, and explore how to start meaningful conversations about long-term support. You’ll walk away with [...]
Virtual via Zoom | Thursday, April 10th, 2025 | 10 - 11 am In this virtual session, Collin will introduce key human resources concepts, including recruitment, employee classifications (exempt vs. non-exempt, contractors vs. employees), employee relations, and strategies for staff development and retention. Designed for small to mid-sized nonprofits without dedicated HR staff, aspiring [...]
In Person: The Parkside Lodge - 84 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY | Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025 | 10 - 11:30 am In this in-person workshop, Collin will be going in-depth into developing and maintaining an equitable workplace culture. With the “attack” on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI), many organizations are struggling with how to [...]
