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
Valley Executive Director Roundtable (First Quarter Session)
Feb 07, 2025
Share experiences and compare challenges with other Valley-based Executive Directors in a virtual facilitated conversation.
Grant Writing Support Part 1: Mission and Vision Statements
Feb 10, 2025
Hone your organization's mission and vision statements and craft an effective elevator pitch.
The Great Give 2025: Tip-of-the-Week Training and Drop-in Q&A Sessions (Series)
Feb 11, 2025 - May 15, 2025
Each 90-minute session will start with a presentation on a specific topic, but all sessions will end with open time for questions about any topic related to The Great Give. Stay for the whole presentation, or drop in later to ask a question.
Grant Writing Support Part 2: Creating Outcomes & Outcome Measures
Feb 12, 2025
Learn tips for identifying the outcomes your organization will achieve and creating a plan for measuring those outcomes.
Grant Writing Support Part 3: Preparing Your Budget
Feb 14, 2025
This workshop will show you the elements of a strong budget and is ideal for small organizations, as well as statewide or multi-regional organizations.
Executive Directors Roundtable (monthly)
Feb 14, 2025 - Dec 12, 2025
Share experiences and compare challenges with other Executive Directors in a virtual facilitated conversation.
The Great Give 2025: Kick Off for Success
Feb 19, 2025
join us in person to learn about setting your message and theme, finding prospective donors and tips on effective peer-to-peer fundraising.
Board Chairs Roundtable (monthly)
Feb 28, 2025 - Oct 24, 2025
Share experiences and compare challenges with other seated and rising nonprofit Board Chairs in a virtual facilitated conversation.
Development Director Roundtable (First Quarter Session)
Mar 07, 2025
Share experiences and compare challenges with other Development Directors in a virtual facilitated conversation.
AI Playground: Open Discussion for Nonprofit Professionals
Mar 18, 2025 - Dec 16, 2025
For nonprofit professionals new to using artificial intelligence: Join us to talk about challenges, find guidance and discover simple solutions to increase efficiency.
Past Workshops and Recordings
Jan 15, 2025
Grantseeker Information Webinar 2025 (RECORDED)
Oct 08, 2024
Grant Writing Basics
Oct 02, 2024
Strategic Planning Made Simple (RECORDED)
Jun 24, 2024
Building a Board That Works with Andy Robinson
Apr 04, 2023
Responsive and Relational Fundraising (RECORDED)
Mar 14, 2023 - Mar 14, 2023
The Current Fundraising Landscape (RECORDED)
Dec 08, 2022
Increase Engagement with giveGreater.org© (RECORDED)
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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