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No matter your level of experience, no matter the size of your organization, we can help you connect advocacy to your organization's mission.

 

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Upcoming Programs

Apr
18

Connect & Engage With Your Target Market: Networking & Social Media Marketing

Join us as we dive into the current trends and tools utilized by experts in social media and in-person networking.
Apr
19

Fundraising in Communities of Color (Chicago)

This program has been cancelled.

 

Communities of color remain a largely untapped resource when it comes to fundraising. However, as fundraisers begin to turn their development efforts towards more diverse populations, there remains the additional work of understanding the giving patterns represented within communities of color, and how those patterns translate into actual dollars.

 
Apr
23

Board 101: What's Being on a Board All About? (Effingham)

Serving on a nonprofit board can be very fulfilling, and stellar board members are in high demand. This training will prepare you to take on the challenge of effectively serving on a board and making a difference.
Apr
26

Evaluation for Social Justice: Community Engagement (Chicago)

This workshop will explore the most promising practices of community engagement.
Apr
29

Trauma Informed Schools and Programs

Join your colleagues for a discussion with experts and practitioners of trauma informed practices and programs.
Apr
30

HR Basics: Managing Performance Improvements and Terminations (Chicago)

This program has been cancelled.

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