Organization Training Opportunities
New Jersey State Council on the Arts | Free Webinar Watch Party Series on Financial Management for NJ Arts Nonprofits | Join New Jersey State Council on the Arts, Nonprofit Finance Fund, and other nonprofit leaders for a Webinar Watch Party series on key financial management concepts for arts nonprofits! Covering everything from cash flow planning to financial storytelling, this series is meant to give nonprofit arts leaders a comprehensive understanding of the techniques they need to run effective organizations for the long haul. | Next Webinar: Financial Leadership for Boards | Date & Time: April 9, 2025 from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Register here.
New Jersey Theatre Alliance | Creating Change Roundtables: Navigating DEIA Pushback | We are in a moment where reactions to the fight for equitable and just workplaces range from persistent enthusiasm to a shift in priorities, to outright resistance and even legal restrictions. This panel will offer some historical context about previous cycles of pushback in the U.S. and will feature thought leaders from university and corporate sectors who have managed to keep DEIA work central to their organizations despite a changing social and political climate and will focus on how arts organizations can do so as well. Moderated by Marshall Jones, III, Associate Dean of Equity at Mason Gross School of the Arts; Featuring Sharon Stroye, Emory University, Dr. Antonio Culer, University of Michigan, Darrelle Johnson, The Broadway League, and more guests to be announced. | Date & Time: Apr 8, 2025 from 10:30 AM – 12 PM | Register here.
ArtPride NJ | Webinar: Demystifying Tax Credits for Nonprofits & Arts Advocacy Day Recap | Tax credits are increasingly becoming a growing opportunity for nonprofit organizations to partner with investors, businesses, and government to expand and strengthen their long-term sustainability. Among the newest opportunities is the New Jersey Economic Development Authority's Cultural Arts Facilities Expansion (CAFE) Program, which provides tax credits to incentivize broad-scale capital projects for arts and cultural venues in New Jersey. | Date & Time: Apr 28, 2025 10:00 AM | More information and registration.
GrantStation | FREE Webinar: Navigating Federal Funding Uncertainty | Nonprofits are navigating an increasingly complex and uncertain funding landscape. Whether dealing with shifts in federal funding or the need to diversify revenue streams, organizations must stay proactive and adaptable to ensure their financial health and long-term sustainability. Join Alice Ruhnke of GrantStation for this free 60-minute webinar designed to help nonprofit professionals strengthen their funding strategies and build resilience in the face of change. | Date & Time: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 - 2 PM EDT | Registration.
NJ Center for Nonprofits & Sobel Bixel | VIRTUAL Networking: Who’s in the Room? A Dynamic Networking Session | A free workshop on unlocking the power of meaningful connections. Unlock the power of meaningful connections at Who’s in the Room?, an engaging networking session designed to help you build authentic relationships, exchange ideas, and discover new opportunities. Through interactive exercises and guided discussions, you’ll gain insights into the diverse talents, experiences, and resources available in the room. Whether you are looking to collaborate, seek mentorship, or expand your professional network, this session will provide a structured yet relaxed environment to make valuable connections. Come ready to share, listen, and leave with a stronger network! | Date & Time: April 8, 2025 from 12pm - 1pm | More information and registration.
NJ Center for Nonprofits & Union County Office of Cultural and Heritage Affairs | WEBINAR: Planning Accessible Events & Communicating Respectfully about Disability | The Union County Office of Cultural and Heritage Affairs invites you to join our virtual program with Emily Ladau, cultural access consultant and author, for a “Fireside chat” conversation interspersed with audience discussion and Q&As. Learn about: • Planning cultural events in compliance with the ADA, • Policies and procedures to implement, • Communicating respectfully about disability both in messaging and interaction with participants. | Date & Time: April 8, 2025 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm | More information and registration.
NJ Center for Nonprofits & Nonprofit Hub | WEBINAR: From Overwhelmed to On Track: Strategic Planning That Actually Works | Featuring experts Sophia Shaw and Adam Wolford Co Founders of PlanPerfect being interviewed by Christine Deska (BellesBoard & Nonprofit Sector Strategies). They will cover:
- Stop Wasting Time on Plans That Don’t Get Used – Learn how to build a strategic plan that your team actually follows, instead of one that collects dust.
- Planning in Uncertain Times: A Proactive Approach – Discover how to adapt and stay ahead, even when external factors make long-term planning feel impossible.
- Immediate Steps to Take Today – Walk away with practical, actionable strategies to strengthen your current plan or kickstart a new one without getting bogged down.
Date & Time: April 9, 2025 from 12pm - 1pm | More information and registration.
NJ Center for Nonprofits | Policy World Wednesdays | The New Jersey Center for Nonprofits and the Council of New Jersey Grantmakers are excited to launch Policy World Wednesdays, FREE monthly Zoom sessions focused on key policy issues affecting the nonprofit and philanthropic communities. You must be a staff or board member of a nonprofit or philanthropic organization to participate. | Date & Time: April 9 from 12:30pm - 1pm | More information and registration.
GrantStation | WEBINAR: Logic Models . . . More Than Extra Work | Logic models are more than a passing fad. Unfortunately, they’re often viewed as a lot of work and “separate” from the grant proposal development process. But logic models are more than just extra work: They are an incredibly diverse tool that can make your organization stronger and more effective. During this webinar, Alice Ruhnke will make logic models much less mysterious by showing you how you already use them every day. You’ll discover how logic models can help you quantify those “hard to measure” outcomes that tell your organization’s true story. Best of all? Once you can measure the real impact you have on the community, you can use this to secure additional funding. | Date & Time: Wednesday, April 9, 2025 - 2 PM EDT | Pricing, registration, and information.
Council of New Jersey Grantmakers | WEBINAR: Beyond the Rulings: Strategies to Safeguard Nonprofits in a Shifting Legal Landscape | Recent Supreme Court affirmative action rulings and sweeping government executive actions are targeting diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and access initiatives in the public and private sectors. Please join us for this web briefing, the first in a series, which will cover the latest legal developments and offer suggestions for nonprofits to chart a course in this landscape, remaining true to their missions and the people and communities they serve, while mitigating risk to their organization. | Date & Time: Friday, April 11, 2025 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm EDT | More information and registration.
GrantStation | FREE WEBINAR: Shifting From Traditional Giving to Strategic Investment | The current federal grant landscape is marked by confusion and shifts in funding priorities, with many organizations reevaluating their strategies. A likely result is increased competition for private and corporate funding. During this session, Alice Ruhnke will explore key trends in funding along with strategies to align your proposals with evolving priorities, including economic value, innovation, and long-term sustainability. | Date & Time: Monday, April 14, 2025 - 2 PM EDT | More information and registration.
GrantStation | WEBINAR: Strategies to Secure General Operating Funds | The ultimate goal for grantseekers is securing general operating funds. These unrestricted funds are essential for the sustainability and growth of your organization. However, they are often the most challenging to obtain. The process requires strategic research and compelling applications along with building and maintaining robust relationships with funders. During this webinar, Alice Ruhnke will equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to secure general operating funds for your organization. | Date & Time: Tuesday, April 15, 2025 - 2 PM EDT | Pricing, information, and registration.
Council of New Jersey Grantmakers | WEBINAR: Making Sense of Federal Policy: Understanding What it Means for NJ: Media & Journalism | This program delves into the latest federal policies introduced at the national level and their specific implications for the state of New Jersey. This series will unpack how these policies affect various sectors such as immigration, healthcare, environment, education, housing, media and journalism, and arts and culture within New Jersey. Cost: Free for CNJG Members; $75 for Non Member Grantmakers.
This program is only open to staff and trustees from grantmaking organizations. | Date & Time: Thursday, April 17, 2025 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm EDT | Pricing, information, and registration.
GrantStation | WEBINAR: Telling Your Financial Story | The ability to effectively communicate your organization's financial model, budget strategy, and true costs can make the difference between a funded proposal and one that falls short. Yet many nonprofits struggle to tell this story. Without a clear and compelling financial narrative, funders may hesitate to invest in your work at the level you need. During this webinar, Deborah Steinkopf and Anthony Petchel of the Nonprofit Financial Leadership Academy will guide you through the fundamentals of nonprofit financial leadership. You'll gain insights into budget strategy, financial health, and practical approaches to communicating your financial story in a way that strengthens your grant proposals. | Date & Time: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 - 2 PM EDT | Pricing, Information, and Registration.
Council of New Jersey Grantmakers | WEBINAR: Making Sense of Federal Policy: Understanding What it Means for NJ: Arts | This program delves into the latest federal policies introduced at the national level and their specific implications for the state of New Jersey. This series will unpack how these policies affect various sectors such as immigration, healthcare, environment, education, housing, media and journalism, and arts and culture within New Jersey. Cost: Free for CNJG Members; $75 for Non Member Grantmakers. This program is only open to staff and trustees from grantmaking organizations. | Date & Time: Thursday, April 24, 2025 -
4:00pm to 5:00pm EDT | Pricing, information, and registration.
Council of New Jersey Grantmakers | REPORT: Challenging Times: How U.S. Nonprofit Leaders are Experiencing the Political Context | CEP surveyed a nationally representative sample of nonprofit leaders to understand how nonprofits are experiencing the rapid shifts in policy from the new presidential administration and the current political climate. | Find report here.
Council of New Jersey Grantmakers | REPORT: New Jersey Nonprofits: Trends and Outlook 2025 | NJ Center for Nonprofits annual survey of the nonprofit community, shows that economic uncertainty, staffing shortages, tightening funding streams are among the top concerns nonprofits are navigating. New Jersey’s 41,000 charitable nonprofits are a major part of the economy, employing nearly 10% of the state’s private workforce. | Find report here.
GrantStation | The State of Grantseeking Survey 2025 | From GrantStation: This survey, conducted by GrantStation, gathers insights from nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, grant professionals, managers, writers, and government entities. This survey aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of grantseeking across the United States and globally. All survey responses are anonymous. | More information and survey.
GrantStation | Article: Your 2025 Budget Is Already Wrong | This article looks at the effects of executive orders on the financial health of the nonprofit sector in the U.S. It examines how these executive orders will lead to budget shortfalls and provides links to various articles examining recent events. | Article.
NJ Center for Nonprofits | Article: Navigating uncertainty in 2025 | Linda Czipo’s article provides strategies and reflections to stay determined and level-headed in a fast paced and changing world. | Article.
NJ Center for Nonprofits | Resources to Navigate Uncertainty | NJ Center for Nonprofits has compiled a very thorough and extensive list of resources to help your organization navigate the rapidly changing legal landscape surrounding your mission, vision, and organizational goals. | Resources.
ArtPrideNJ | Stay Informed: 2025 Resources for New Jersey's Arts & Culture Organizations | This page offers valuable resources for New Jersey's arts and culture organizations, including links, webinars, events, and updates on federal policy changes. It will be regularly updated to keep you informed and prepared for ongoing developments. | Resources.
GrantStation | Tracking Federal Actions Impacting the Nonprofit Sector | This article tracks ongoing developments of the federal actions impacting the nonprofit sector. GrantStation will update the article at least once a week, and in case of significant developments, they will provide updates as quickly as possible. | Article here.
Compass Pro Bono | Get Free Support for Your Organization | Compass Pro Bono provides free resources and consultations on topics such as strategic planning, nonprofit management, and more. | More information and registration.
Springboard for the Arts | Art-Train: Professional Development Opportunities for Artists and Organizations | Art-Train is a virtual technical assistance program for artists, municipal agencies, and community-focused organizations in all sectors, in communities of all sizes across the nation. Trainings are free for artists and for Native, Black, Indigenous and People of Color-led and focused community-based organizations. We have a sliding scale fee for other organizations and agencies. | More information here.
GrantStation | Awareness to Action: A Guide for Boards and Chief Executives on a Racial Equity Journey | Are you looking to center racial equity in your boardroom? If so, you might want to read Awareness to Action: A Guide for Boards and Chief Executives on a Racial Equity Journey. Published by BoardSource, this guide is designed to meet boards where they are in their racial equity journey and provide action steps that boards can take to enhance their efforts. | Find guide here.
Arts Reach | Join Arts Reach and Get Your First Month Free | Arts Reach is the association that supports leading arts professionals who are committed to “Advancing Arts Revenue Growth Together.” To see membership benefits, visit their website.
dPlan | ArtsReady | Arts organizations, sign up for a free year of dPlan|ArtsReady!!
With support from the Mellon Foundation, we are able to provide a limited number of free one year subscriptions to dPlan|ArtsReady so performing arts organizations can develop readiness plans. | Read more about dPlan|ArtsReady here. | Apply here.
Performing Arts Readiness | Free Webinars | The Performing Arts Readiness project offers free webinars, on-site training, and presentations at professional conferences on various topics related to emergency preparedness. | Visit website for more webinars and information.
GrantStation | Free Recorded Webinars | GrantStation has a variety of free and informative recorded webinars pertaining to a variety of topics such as writing project proposals, writing successful grants, AI in the workplace, partnering with businesses to maximize growth and opportunities, and much more. Visit the website.
South Arts | FREE Professional Development Resources for Artists and Arts Organizations | South Arts has a variety of recorded webinars, workshops, and presentation slides covering a wide array of topics such as art pricing, taxes, wages, labor laws, accessibility, and more. Each virtual workshop is presented free-of-charge. | Find them here.
