Creating Access in Nonprofits: Disability Rights under ADA and 504

Learn what federal civil rights laws require of nonprofits, and how to get started making your organization more accessible.  Sponsored by GCRI, RI State Council on the Arts, and Arts Equity

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External Events and Professional Development Opportunities

Webinars and Workshops

Introduction to Program Evaluation: Cultivating a Learning Orientation
May 10, 9:00-11:00am
Connecticut Nonprofit Alliance
Fee: $99

Holding Engaging and Productive Board Meetings
May 11, 9:00am
Rhode Island Foundation

SECURE 2.0 Act — New Retirement Plan Provisions
May 11, 12:30pm
Venable LLC

Introduction to Finding Grants
May 11, 2:00pm
Candid

Achieve Your Mission with National Service Programs
May 15, 2:00pm
GrantStation

2023 Mass Alliance Grassroots Organizing Academy
May 15-June 14

How to Build a High Performance Board
May 16, 8:30am
Non-Profit Collaborative

Meeting HR Challenges (Even If You Don’t Have HR Staff)
May 16, 1:00pm
Nonprofit Net

Understanding Overhead, So It’s Not Over Your Head
May 16, 1:00pm
Your Part Time Controller

Introduction to Grant Writing
May 17, 10:00am
Philanthropy Massachusetts
Fee: $40

Introduction to Project Budgets
May 17, noon
Candid

Level Up Your Fundraising Efforts with Peer-to-Peer Events
May 17, noon
Nonprofit Learning Lab

Creating a Strategic Planning Culture
May 17, 2:00pm
GrantStation

Running Engaging Online Meetings
May 18, 10:00am
TSNE MissionWorks
Fee: $45

HR Strategies for an Evolving Workplace
May 18, 10:00am
Massachusetts Nonprofit Network

Reimagining Governance for Nonprofit Organizations, Networks and Coalitions
May 18, 10:00am
TSNE MissionWorks
Fee: $45

Is Starting a Nonprofit Right for You?
May 18, 2:00pm
Candid

EQ to Elevate Workplace Well-Being
May 22-June 27
Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce
Fee: $500

Effective Supervision
May 23, 9:00am
TSNE Mission Works
Boston
Fee: $145

Introduction to Grants Research
May 23, 10:00am
Philanthropy Massachusetts
Fee: $35

Cyber Liability Insurance Made Easy — Working Together to Reduce Risks
May 23, 10:00am
Tech Networks of Boston

How Insurance Can Protect Your Organization and Your Personal Assets
May 23, 1:00pm
Connecticut Nonprofit Alliance
Fee: $25

Influencing Public Policy in the Digital Age
May 23, 2:00pm
Bolder Advocacy
Fee: $60

Nonprofit Bylaws Consultation
May 23, 2:00pm
Lawyers Clearinghouse
Fee: $25

Nonprofit Board Summit 2023: Collaborate, Coordinate and Connect for Sustainable Social IMPACT
May 24, Boston
Federal Reserve Bank of Boston

Introduction to Grant Proposal Writing
May 24, 9:00am-noon
Connecticut Nonprofit Alliance
Hartford
Fee: $95

DEI and Your Board:  Why Boards Need to Act Now!
May 24, noon
Nonprofit Learning Lab

Building Nonprofit Partnerships with 501(c)(3)s, 501(c)(4)s, Unions and PACs
May 24, 2:00pm
Bolder Advocacy
Fee: $60

Co-Occurring Disorders Training
May 25, 9:30am
Providers’ Council
Fee: $200

How to Build an Inclusive and Welcoming Brand
May 25, 11:00am
Nonprofit Learning Lab

Introduction to Corporate Giving
May 25, 2:00pm
Candid

Advancing Equity in Collective Impact
May 31-June 1
Collective Impact Forum
Fee: $175

Navigating Cultural Diversity in Pursuit of Collective Wellness
June 1, 11:00am
Co-Creative

Advanced Proposal Writing
June 6, 10:00am
Philanthropy Massachusetts
Fee: $60

Crafting Your Project Budget
June 7, noon
LMA Consulting

Introduction to Proposal Writing
June 7, 2:00pm
Candid

Design an IT Roadmap to Create Value
June 8, noon
Nonprofit Learning Lab

Board Fundraising for an All-volunteer Organization
June 8, 5:00pm
Rhode Island Foundation

Fundraising and Effectively Leading Teams Through Change
June 9, 8:30am
Women in Development
Boston
Fee: $65

Producing Accessible Digital Content for Your Nonprofit
June 12, noon
Nonprofit Learning Lab

Effective Supervision Part II: A Deeper Dive into Decision Making, Communication and Performance Management
June 13, 9:00am
TSNE Mission Works
Boston
Fee: $145

Introduction to Project Budgets
June 14, 2:00pm
Candid

Unlock the Donor Mind and Revolutionize Your Pitch to Increase Funding and Support
June 20, noon
Nonprofit Learning Lab

Introduction to Fundraising Planning
June 21, 2:00pm
Candid

Fuel Your Funding with Data-Driven Program Evaluation Reporting
June 26, 11:00am
Nonprofit Learning Lab

Corporate Giving: Many Pathways to Partnerships
June 29, 10:00am
Philanthropy Massachusetts
Fee: $45

Accelerating Impact Through Innovation: Uncovering Top Nonprofit Marketing Trends from the Acceleration Report
June 29, noon
Nonprofit Learning Lab

Create Inclusive Workplaces and Opportunities for Your LGBTQ+ Members
June 29, 2:00pm
Candid

Nonprofit Websites that Build Community: How to Know If Your Site is Effective
July 5, 11:00am
Nonprofit Learning Lab

Measurement, KPIs, and Grant Reports
July 5, noon
LMA Consulting

Advanced Nonprofit E-Newsletters: How to Get People to Donate
July 6, 11:00am
Nonprofit Learning Lab

Understanding the Role of Ethics in Volunteer Management and Engagement
July 25, 2:00pm
Nonprofit Learning Lab

Writing for Impact: A Nonprofit Professionals Guide to Drafting Content that Inspires
August 14, 11:00am
Nonprofit Learning Lab

On-demand Opportunities

WordPress Free Web Development Courses:
Getting Started: Website Building 101
Quick Start: Making Money
Quick Start: Blogging
Empezando: Construccion de sitios
Quick Start: WooCommerce 101

Self-paced Candid Courses

Introduction to Finding Grants

Is Starting a Nonprofit Right for You?

Tell Your Story: Reach Donors Using Your Free Candid Profile

Digital Storytelling: How to Engage and Activate Your Supporters Online

8 Steps for Cultivating Relationships with Individual Donors

Practical Strategies for Finding New Donors

Free Candid books related to fundraising:

• Nonprofit Fundraising 101
• Nonprofit Essentials: The Development Plan
• The Nonprofit Development Companion: A Workbook for Fundraising Success

Free Candid books on telling your nonprofit’s story

• Story or Die
• Building a Story Brand
• Smart Brevity: The Power of Saying More with Less

How to know if a funder is right for your nonprofit with Foundation Directory (which is available at Providence Public Library)

Nonprofit Net of Greater Boston On Demand Video Library
How to Tell Your Story
Healthy and Holistic Nonprofit Fundraising
Major Gift Fundraising for Smaller Nonprofits
Driving Change in Your Organization–Whether You Have the Authority or Not
Is Your Branding Up to Date?

Nonprofit Learning Lab Resources

GCRI nonprofit sessions are designed for nonprofit staff and Board members.  If you are a nonprofit consultant or an individual unaffiliated with a nonprofit, please contact Nancy.wolanski@uwri.org to see if there is additional space available, as we prioritize the attendance of nonprofit staff and Boards at these sessions.

Information about external events and organizations is included as a courtesy and is not designed as an endorsement of any organization or program.