Conquering the Basics (Mar-June 2025)

This workshop series focuses on the fundamentals of nonprofit work. Sessions will provide an introductory level exploration of key nonprofit systems and concepts to help demystify the work. Each workshop will also feature a concrete takeaway: a plan, format or approach that can be applied to your organization. All sessions will take place from 9:00-10:30am.

Key Topics:

Mar 6: How to write a grant proposal

Mar 20: How to create and follow a budget

Apr 3: What is a nonprofit board and how do I join one?

Apr 17: Understanding the nuts and bolts of nonprofit fundraising

May 1: Understanding your nonprofit’s impact

May 15: Developing a donor engagement plan

May 29: Time management

Action Steps for ED Succession Planning (Mar-July)

Building off the introductory workshop, this program offers individual and peer support to EDs who have yet to develop an emergency or longer-term plan for their succession. Kicking off with a workshop open to all on March 19, EDs can sign up to be paired with a peer coach for four sessions to support the development of individual and organizational succession plans. Please email Jill Pfitzenmayer at jpfitzenmayer@rifoundation.org if interested.

Peer coaching meeting dates will be held from 5:00-6:00 via zoom:

April 3

May 1

June 5

July 10