Designed to address challenging topics within the nonprofit world, these workshops create opportunities for community partners to learn from one another, gain new skills, and take your work to the next level.
All sessions are free and open to the local nonprofit community. Register for one session or the whole series!
Nonprofit Compliance
Fairmont – Robert H. Mollohan Research Center
September 10, 2025 | 8–10 am
We know nonprofit professionals are putting in more work than the 40-hour week allows, and navigating the complexities of employment law can be challenging. Learn about recent changes that can affect your organization and how to make sure you’re following the rules.
Planning Ahead
Fairmont – Robert H. Mollohan Research Center
October 22, 2025 | 11 am–1 pm
Emergencies happen, change is inevitable; but you don’t have to be unprepared. In this hands-on session, you will work to create a succession plan that sets your agency up for a bright and sustainable future.
Build-a-Board
Elkins – Wood Technology Center
November 13, 2025 | 11 am–1 pm
Behind every healthy nonprofit is an engaged, diverse board of directors. How can we better equip these members with the knowledge and skills to drive our mission forward? Join in the conversation around principles and practices for effective governance.
Grant Goals
Elkins – Wood Technology Center
January 13, 2026 | 2–4 pm
Money makes the world go round, and that’s still true for nonprofits. What funding opportunities await your organization? In this session, we’ll discuss finding the funder, proposal basics, and maximizing our capacity with mission-centric partners.
Who is ALICE?
Fairmont – Middletown Commons
February 19, 2026 | 11 am–1 pm
ALICE represents the 31% of West Virginians who work but struggle to survive. This crucial data can help you make informed program decisions, apply for grant funding, and better understand the people we serve.
Everything is Fine!
Fairmont – Middletown Commons
March 24, 2026 | 8–10 am
Burnout – We’ve all felt it in this line of work, and in order to take care of those in our community, we must prioritize taking care of ourselves. Join us for a moment of relaxation and discover effective strategies for resetting.
Cause & Content
Elkins – Wood Technology Center
April 23, 2026 | 11 am–1 pm
Are your external communications producing results? Keeping up with today’s technology is more crucial than ever. Knowing how to turn online engagement into tangible support for your organization could be just the key you’re missing.
Budget Boost
Fairmont – Middletown Commons
May 20, 2026 | 2–4 pm
It’s amazing what nonprofits can accomplish on shoestring budgets, but financial constraints add stress to our already overwhelming days. This session will cover the fundamentals and show you how to turn that chart of accounts into a chart of opportunities.
Tracking Impact
Elkins – Wood Technology Center
June 10, 2026 | 2–4 pm
How do you know if your programs are making a difference? Evaluation is critical to ensure your work produces the intended results but collecting that information is not always easy. Learn from other agencies about creative ways they measure their impact.