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SUMMARY:Fundraising Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:This in-person series is hosted by the Nonprofits LEAD \nWednesdays beginning February 4th\, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nRegistration Fees: $350/person (discounts available if more than one person from your organization plans to attend) \n \nREGISTRATION\nFundraising Fundamentals: A 5-Session Nonprofit Cohort \nJoin us for a hands-on\, in-person fundraising cohort designed to strengthen your organization’s capacity to raise funds effectively and sustainably. Participants will build core fundraising skills\, share experiences with peers\, and leave with practical tools to grow their organization’s development efforts. Each participant in the cohort will also receive a 1:1 fundraising strategy session with Nonprofits LEAD Program Director\, Shannan Tschopp to implement strategies\, and receive an accredited badge from Marietta College. \nEach session will focus on a key area of nonprofit fundraising. \nSESSION SCHEDULE: \nSession 1: Wednesday\, February 4th\, 2026: Fundraising Basics by Sarah Barton\, Owner and Founder of Nonprofit411. Explore the core principles of fundraising and how to build a strategic development plan aligned with your mission and goals. \nSession 2: Wednesday\, February 18th\, 2026: Grant Writing Essentials by Chantal Centofanti-Fields\, Grants and Foundation Officer at Marietta College. Learn how to find funding opportunities\, craft compelling proposals\, and communicate your impact to funders. \nSession 3: Wednesday\, March 4th\, 2026: Building a Donor Base by Jarrett Stull\, Executive Director of Memorial Health Foundation. Discover strategies for identifying\, cultivating\, and retaining individual donors to create a strong and engaged supporter network. \nSession 4: Wednesday\, March 18th\, 2026: Fundraising Events by Nikki Thomas\, President of Cornerstone Community Development Corporation and Development Director at Golden Girls Group Home. Dive into event planning\, promotion\, and execution—from small gatherings to large-scale fundraisers—that align with your organization’s capacity and community. \nSession 5: Wednesday\, April 1st\, 2026: Fundraising Sustainability by Katie Bailey\, Executive Vice President\, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer at People’s Bank. Wrap up with strategies for creating lasting fundraising systems\, diversifying revenue streams\, and fostering a culture of philanthropy within your organization. \nAll sessions are from 9am-noon at Marietta College\, with the exception of Wednesday\, April 1st which will conclude with a short presentation and luncheon from 12:30pm-2pm. \nCost is $350/person\, but discounts are available if more than 1 person from your organization plans to attend.\n\nRegistration link: https://givepul.se/z7oetj
URL:https://wvnpa.org/event/fundraising-fundamentals/
LOCATION:The McDonough Center for Business & Leadership\, Marietta College\, 5th Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T130000
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SUMMARY:Planning for your nonprofit's future
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is being hosted by Bonterra \nFebruary 11th\, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM \nRegistration Fees: FREE \nREGISTRATION\nPlanning for your nonprofit’s future: Practical strategies to future-proof your organization and build long-term stability.\nFor many nonprofits\, fundraising and sustainability can feel overwhelming. Leaders are often juggling fundraising\, operations\, and programs with limited time\, tools\, and support\, all while being asked to do more with less. \nJoin fundraising expert Janet Cobb for an insightful session on how to move beyond short-term fixes and build lasting stability. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nHow to diversify your revenue to reduce risk and avoid overreliance on a single funding source\nHow to prioritize technology investments that save time\, reduce manual work\, and bring clarity to messy or disconnected systems\nWays to strengthen leadership and governance\, including engaging your board and planning for leadership transitions\nHow to build stronger donor relationships that increase trust\, retention\, and long-term support\n\nFuture-proofing isn’t just about survival\, it’s about building a resilient foundation that allows your mission to thrive no matter what comes next. \nSpeaker \nJanet Cobb\nFundraising Coach \nAs a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) and Certified Nonprofit Professional\, Janet specializes in working with small to mid-sized nonprofit organizations across the country to help them build capacity and acquire the skills needed to support and expand their efforts. \nJanet brings the knowledge and understanding of the challenges faced by nonprofits to each of her projects. She integrates her skills in education\, non-profit management\, and fundraising to offer innovative solutions to align money and mission.
URL:https://wvnpa.org/event/planning-for-your-nonprofits-future/
LOCATION:Webinar\, WV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Facilitation & Group Dynamics
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is being hosted by Volunteer WV \nFebruary 11th\, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM \nRegistration Fees: FREE \nREGISTRATION\nDevelop the skills needed to guide discussions\, enhance participation\, and manage group dynamics. Hosted by Shannon Stober of Jump Start Training & Development\, the session delivers practical techniques to lead group facilitation\, master team dynamics\, and improve decision-making processes.
URL:https://wvnpa.org/event/facilitation-group-dynamics/
LOCATION:Webinar\, WV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T130000
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SUMMARY:Time is Money: The Nonexempt Employee Deep Dive
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is being hosted by First Nonprofit \nFeburay 12th\, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM \nRegistration Fees: FREE \nREGISTER\nJoin FNP partner\, Mineral\, for this webinar on \nThursday\, February 12th (Lincoln’s Birthday) at 1 PM eastern time! \nOvertime mistakes\, travel time questions\, and timekeeping gray areas can quickly complicate nonexempt pay practices. This webinar provides a practical look at both foundational and more complex wage-and-hour issues HR professionals regularly encounter. \nOur experts will cover key nonexempt requirements and explore selected advanced topics such as travel time\, multiple and piece-rate pay\, deductions\, remote work considerations\, rounding\, and overtime calculations. \nYou’ll learn to: \n\nApply minimum wage and overtime rules to standard and more complex pay scenarios\nIdentify what counts as compensable time\, including travel and remote work\nEvaluate and strengthen timekeeping and pay practices\n\nThis live webinar has been approved for 1 SHRM and 1 HRCI recertification credit for eligible HR professionals. Credit is available to attendees who join the live session\, remain for the full duration\, and participate in polling questions\, in accordance with SHRM and HRCI attendance guidelines.
URL:https://wvnpa.org/event/time-is-money-the-nonexempt-employee-deep-dive/
LOCATION:Webinar\, WV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:February WVNPA Membership Call - Grant Writing 201: Beyond the Basics
DESCRIPTION:This virtual session is being hosted by the WVNPA for members ONLY \nFebruary 17th\, 2:00 PM – 1:00 PM \nRegistration Fees: FREE \nTo Register – Login to the Members Only Portal and click on Membership Calls located on the left hand side of the screen.  Please reach out to hilaria@wvnpa.org if you need help getting logged in. \nGrant Writing 201: Beyond the Basics \nStill chasing the same small grants year after year? Still recycling the same proposal\nand hoping this is the year it finally lands? In this upcoming grant writing session\, Nicki\nBentley-Colthart\, CEO and Grant Strategist of The Grant Advantage\, will help nonprofits\nbreak free from stagnant funding cycles and start competing for larger\, more strategic\nopportunities. \nIn today’s funding climate\, where federal dollars are tighter and foundations and\ncorporations are flooded with more proposals than ever\, good enough is not good\nenough anymore. This session pulls back the curtain on what separates routine\, cut and\npaste grant applications from bold\, well positioned proposals that rise to the top. You will\nlearn how to shift your mindset\, structure your narrative\, and clearly communicate\nimpact\, scale\, and readiness so your proposal does not just get submitted\, it gets\nnoticed. If you are ready to stop blending in and start standing out\, this session is for\nyou. \nAbout the Speaker: \nNicki Bentley-Colthart \nBeverly “Nicki” Bentley-Colthart\, MSW\, Consultant and Owner of The Grant Advantage\, is an experienced grant writer with nearly 30 years of researching\, drafting\, and submitting winning proposals to local\, state\, and Federal sources.  Nicki has guided nonprofits\, higher education institutions\, and state and local governments in securing $50 million dollars in grant funding since 2020. \nMs. Bentley-Colthart holds both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in social work from West Virginia University.  She has honed her grant writing skills over the years as a social worker employed in various West Virginia social/human services agencies and as a grant administrator for two institutions of higher education (West Virginia State University and West Virginia Wesleyan College).  She has developed and delivered training workshops on grant writing basics\, partnership development\, budget planning\, program evaluation\, as well as served as an adjunct instructor at West Virginia Wesleyan College – teaching courses on grant writing and nonprofit management at the undergraduate and graduate level. \nNicki has practical experience as a grant writer and program director managing grant awarded projects which allows her to prepare proposals and training with a sensitivity to the needs of an organization’s staff to manage\, implement\, assess and report on grant activities after the award is made.
URL:https://wvnpa.org/event/february-wvnpa-membership-call/
LOCATION:Webinar\, WV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member Call,Webinar
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SUMMARY:2026 Nonprofit Day at the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:This in-person session is being hosted by the WVNPA \nFebruary 18th\, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM \nRegistration Fees: FREE \nREGISTRATION\nAbout This Event\nThe West Virginia Nonprofit Association (WVNPA) is the statewide membership association for charitable nonprofits. Our nearly 300 member organizations serve residents in all 55 counties through health and human services\, education\, community and economic development\, arts\, housing\, and more. \nWest Virginia’s nonprofit sector is a major economic engine: \n\n11\,000+ nonprofits across the state\nGenerating more than $9 billion in annual revenue\nEmploying 1 in every 8 workers in West Virginia\n\nNonprofits are not “nice to have” – they are core infrastructure for West Virginia’s communities and economy. \nAbout WVNPA Day at the Capitol \nThis year\, WVNPA will bring over 50 nonprofit leaders from across West Virginia to the Capitol to: \n\nShare real stories from their communities\nHighlight the impact of state and federal policy choices\nBuild stronger relationships with legislators and staff\n\nOur goal is simple: help decision-makers see how policy and budget choices show up in real lives\, in every district. \nPriority Issue #1: Neighborhood Investment Program (NIP) \nThe Neighborhood Investment Program (NIP) is one of the state’s most effective tools for leveraging private giving to community-based nonprofits. \n\nNIP provides $3 million in state tax credits each year for donations to eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits. Source: WV Community Development Office\nDonors (individuals and businesses) can receive up to 50% of their contribution back as a WV tax credit\, encouraging larger and more consistent gifts.\nRoughly 200 nonprofits receive NIP credits annually\, helping them sustain essential programs in distressed neighborhoods and for at-risk populations.\nSince its creation\, NIP has leveraged over $143 million in charitable donations to West Virginia nonprofits.\nIn recent years\, nonprofits have used 100% of available NIP credits\, demonstrating strong demand and impact.\n\nPriority Issue #2: State & Federal Funding Delays & Cash Flow Crises \nState & Federal grants and contracts are a lifeline for many West Virginia nonprofits – but grant freezes\, delayed reimbursements\, and sudden policy shifts are pushing organizations into crisis. \nRecent trends include: \n\nGrant freezes and delayed payments from federal agencies and pass-through state programs.\nNonprofits dipping into limited reserves or taking on debt to keep staff paid and services running\nSmaller\, rural organizations – often the only provider in their community—report being one missed payment away from cutting programs or closing.
URL:https://wvnpa.org/event/2026-nonprofit-day-at-the-capitol/
LOCATION:West Virginia State Capitol\, United States
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SUMMARY:Break Down the Walls: Stories of Determination and Hope
DESCRIPTION:This event is hosted by 3 Betties Foundation\, Inc. \nFeburary 20th\, Doors open at 9:30 AM; Event starts at 10:00 AM \nFees: $30 \nRSVP\nWe are thrilled to announce that Motivational Speaker Matthew Scoletti will be joining us for a powerful morning filled with hope\, healing\, and inspiration.\nMatthew is a fitness champion\, recovery advocate\, and Guinness World Record holder. His energy and remarkable story have transformed lives across the country. After reaching a turning point in his life\, he knew that he had to make significant changes. He went on to compete on “American Ninja Warrior\,” as well as participate in numerous marathons and ultramarathons! His message focuses on how a shift in mindset can cultivate resilience\, purpose\, and the ability to overcome the seemingly impossible. We are excited to share this inspiring message with our community.\n\nEVENT DETAILS:\n**Date: February 20\, 2026\n**Location: Four Points by Sheraton – 600 Kanawha Blvd E\n**Time: Doors open at 9:30\, Event starts at 10am\n**Cost: $30\n\n**RSVP: Email Chad at Herdfan-1@hotmail.com by February 1st to secure your spot!\n\nWhether you’re navigating a challenge\, rebuilding your life\, supporting a loved one\, or simply need a change in mindset\, this event is designed for you.\nHosted by 3 Betties Foundation\, Inc.\, we are bringing community and hope together. Please share this post and invite someone who could benefit from a morning of inspiration!
URL:https://wvnpa.org/event/break-down-the-walls-stories-of-determination-and-hope/
LOCATION:Four Points by Sheraton Charleston\, 600 Kanawha Boulevard East \, Charleston\, WV\, 25301
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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SUMMARY:Key Ways to Foster Board Engagement
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is being hosted by The Chronicle of Philanthropy \nFebruary 26th\, 2:00 PM – 3:15 PM \nRegistration Fees: $89 \nREGISTRATION\nFor many nonprofit CEOs\, board engagement is a more urgent and complicated leadership challenge than it was even a few years ago. Today’s environment is putting new pressure on how trustees and leaders work together at a time when executives are navigating uncertainty\, pressure\, and limited capacity. \nThe stakes are clear: Research shows only about one in three CEOs believe they have the “right” board members to support their organization’s current strategy. As nonprofits look toward 2026\, finding ways to close this gap is more critical than ever. \nJoin this 75-minute webinar to learn from two nonprofit leaders who bring long histories of working closely with boards as executives and advisers. They’ll share trends they’re seeing now\, situations where board engagement tends to break down\, and tactics that are helping make the board-CEO relationship more productive and supportive in this moment. \nYou’ll learn ways to:\n\nEncourage more active board participation and match members’ contributions to your organization’s most pressing needs\nClarify expectations and improve how board and staff members work together\nBuild board engagement that supports leadership during complex moments\n\nYou’ll walk away with practical insights you can apply immediately — whether you’re trying to reset expectations with a long-standing board or navigate engagement challenges that have become harder to ignore. \nTo register on behalf of another person\, group\, international registrations or request other accommodations\, please contact events@philanthropy.com (recommended) or 571-540-8070 and include the name of the webinar\, billing address\, and attendee information. \nThis webinar is worth 1.25 CFRE credits. \nSpeakers: \nMonika Kalra Varma\, President & CEO\, Board Source \nKevin Dean\, President & CEO\, Tennessee Nonprofit Network \nHost: \nStephani Beasley\, Senior Writer\, Chronicle of Philanthropy
URL:https://wvnpa.org/event/key-ways-to-foster-board-engagement/
LOCATION:Webinar\, WV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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