Closing
To close the day, Yukiko will share practical ideas on outsourcing, software, and AI to help smaller providers lighten their load. Participants will leave with a resource list to support efficiency, sustainability, and growth.
Smart Marketing on a Shoestring: Social Media, Websites & AI
Learn low‑cost ways to raise awareness and boost fundraising using social media, websites, and AI. Providers will share practical examples, and Jeff will introduce DDPA’s customizable website packages.
Hiring & Retention: Building Office Comradery
Explore creative ways to attract and retain staff by highlighting the unique value of the work, fostering office comradery, and making employees feel appreciated beyond pay. This session offers practical strategies to reduce burnout and build a culture where staff feel valued and supported.
Fundraising Ideas: Low Cost & Local Connections
Discover fundraising strategies that work on limited budgets by tapping into local community networks. Lori will guide us on where to begin and how to create strong local connections, while providers share real examples of what has worked for them.
Budget Savvy Operations: Smart Systems for Lean Success
Where do we begin when operations feel unorganized? Smaller providers often struggle with limited staff and resources, making structure and efficiency hard to achieve. In this session, Drew will introduce EOS system, lean practices, and his practical workbook to help you streamline operations.
The Organizational Spine: Bylaws & Boards
Does your bylaws fit with your current operation? Bylaws and board selection form the organizational spine. By organizing and updating them first, your mission and direction become clear, giving your organization stability and focus.
Together We Begin: Naming Challenges, Finding Direction
Let’s share our challenges as smaller providers. You may discover that other providers are facing the same struggles and feel lost too. In this opening discussion, Lori will help us recognize and organize these common challenges. It’s okay to feel this way—together we can begin finding clarity and direction.
The Legal Side of Leading: FMLA, ADA, and Workplace Conduct
Managing people in the nonprofit world often means wearing many hats—and navigating complex employment laws without a full HR team. This session breaks down key workplace topics that every nonprofit manager should understand, including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), explained in practical, easy-to-follow terms. We’ll discuss how […]