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September 2018
Community Activation: Tools to Inform and Engage
Join us for a discussion about the importance of data-driven decision making in nonprofit work and how online data tools from the Johnson Center’s Community Research Institute can help you and your organization identify community challenges, work for change, and measure impact.
Find out more »Taking the Mystery Out of Nonprofit Advocacy: What’s allowed and what works?
Join Dr. Jason Franklin for an interactive workshop — part panel discussion, part education — in which we aim to take the mystery out of nonprofit advocacy.
Find out more »October 2018
Ethics in Grantmaking: Dimensions, Dilemmas, and Decision-Making (webinar)
Most foundations have codes of ethics and most grantmakers strive to behave ethically — but what exactly does that mean? In this webinar, we will examine ethical dilemmas and how to navigate them as we explore tools and techniques for ethical reasoning and decision-making in grantmaking.
Find out more »Grantwriting for Success
Bring your ideas for potential grant proposals to this full-day seminar where we'll go step-by-step through the process of writing a grant! To supplement your skills, this workshop will provide in-depth guidance on proposal development, tips on grantwriting language and writing styles, prospecting foundations, and managing foundation relationships.
Find out more »Partnering with Business: Trick or Treat
Nonprofit organizations can reap benefits from partnering with businesses for sponsorships, program co-development, employee volunteerism and more. But, what can your nonprofit offer? Our presenters will discuss the recommended practice for approaching businesses and managing such relationships, as well as offer examples of challenges and successes from both the business and nonprofit perspectives.
Find out more »November 2018
Planning for Successful Fundraising
Do you feel your organization approaches fundraising haphazardly? This workshop led by Matthew Downey puts a laser focus on proper planning for a successful fundraising program.
Find out more »Building Inclusive Cultures through Talent Acquisition
Seismic shifts in the global landscape are transforming the way we work, interact, and learn. Economic forces, changing talent needs, evolving demographic trends, increased competition, and demand for services are radically impacting the way organizations behave in virtually every industry all over the world. By 2020, five generations will be working side-by-side in organizations By 2025, Millennials and Generation X will comprise approximately 64% of the U.S. workforce By 2025, it is projected that less than 60% is likely to…
Find out more »December 2018
Beyond the Basics: Simplified Grant Applications (webinar)
Grant applications provide a powerful source of information for making optimal funding decisions and driving organizational learning. But grant application requirements and processes can be unnecessarily cumbersome and impose burdens on grantseekers that stymie intended impact. Join us for this webinar to learn principles and techniques for simplifying your application process and explore examples that adhere to best practices.
Find out more »How to Tell Your Story to Maximize Impact
Sharing a relevant, meaningful story is key to the success of any organization. It can be a beacon for the success of your mission; the more defined your story is, the brighter your beacon becomes. This hands-on workshop with Tamela Spicer will help you identify your organization's best story and explore ways to share it with your donors and stakeholders to drive your mission forward.
Find out more »Financial Analysis in Grantmaking
Presented by The Grantmaking School Most grantmakers are hired for their program knowledge and expertise. Yet it is impossible to separate the role of money from programmatic success. Excellence in grantmaking is not limited to program knowledge. It requires a comprehensive understanding of nonprofit organizations, including their financial statements, budgets, reserves, policies, and processes for resource management. We know that financial issues impact programmatic results. As a part of routine due diligence, many grantmaking organizations conduct a financial review after…
Find out more »January 2019
What It Really Means to Be an Executive Director
As an executive director, how can you move from being the one that does it all to the one that facilitates it all happening? That’s the question we’ll address during this interactive workshop. You will learn how to move out of the role of chief hero that does it all and into the role of chief host, facilitating the success of your entire team.
Find out more »February 2019
Nonprofit Executive Coaching
The Johnson Center's small-group Executive Coaching Program brings together a cohort of leaders from different backgrounds and experience levels to forge a professional support network that will last well beyond our final session. By learning with — and from — each other over the course of eight weeks, we find new ways to tackle intractable challenges within our organizations and embrace our own professional development.
Find out more »Grantwriting for Success
Bring your ideas for potential grant proposals to this full-day seminar where we'll go step-by-step through the process of writing a grant! To supplement your skills, this workshop will provide in-depth guidance on proposal development, tips on grantwriting language and writing styles, prospecting foundations, and managing foundation relationships.
Find out more »March 2019
Managing Your Annual Fund
In this workshop led by Matthew Downey, participants will walk through a step-by-step process to managing a more effective annual fund program.
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