Training & Resources for Organizations | Vol. 85

ArtPride NJ | Jersey Arts Marketers (JAM) South Meetup: “What Do We Post?” | How arts organizations can create authentic short-form video that audiences actually watch. Join Catherine “Cat” Allen for a hands-on JAM Session exploring how arts organizations can use short-form video to connect with audiences. Designed for both social media managers and organizational leaders, this workshop will show how to create engaging reels and videos using simple tools and authentic storytelling. Participants will leave with practical strategies, clearer insight into analytics, and a short-form video they create during the session. It is recommended to bring a smartphone capable of capturing and editing video to the event. | Date & Time: April 23, 2026 from 10AM to 12PM | Location: WheatonArts Event Center Lobby | More information and registration. 

GrantStation | 2026 State of Grantseeking Survey | The 2026 State of Grantseeking™ Survey, conducted by GrantStation, collects insights from nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, grant professionals, managers, writers, and government entities. The survey provides a comprehensive snapshot of current grantseeking practices in the United States and abroad. By participating, you contribute to a shared body of knowledge that helps the grantseeking community identify key trends and establish benchmarks. These benchmarks allow organizations to compare their grantseeking activity with peers of similar size, mission, and structure. Survey findings are shared through free reports and webinars designed to help organizations strengthen and refine their grantseeking strategies. | Survey. 

Grunin Foundation | New Way Forward: Board Changes that Count | Having a board that shares diverse perspectives, expertise and characteristics is good for our organizations. When leadership includes our constituents, partners and community members, the board maintains deeper connection to the organization and the decisions being made. But, it’s not as simple as getting willing volunteers on your board. In this interactive session, you’ll hear about how one organization cultivates, recruits, onboards, supports and maintains a diverse board, through ups and downs that are a natural occurrence in non profit board engagement. You’ll hear about strategies and systems that support this effort, and leave with ideas to test out in your organization. Tickets are free, but registration is required. | Date & Time: March 31, 2026 from 11AM to 12:30PM | Location: Virtual | More information and registration. 

Nonprofit Development Center of Southern New Jersey | VIRTUAL Workshop: Budgeting for Non Profit Organizations | Participants will learn to appreciate a non profit budget as a planning document used to predict expenses and allocate resources for an NPO. In addition, they will learn how to identify and quantify both the costs that an organization will incur, as well as the revenue it expects to receive over a set period of time. | Date & Time: Wednesday, April 8, 2026 (7:00 PM - 8:30 PM) | More information and registration. 

Nonprofit Hub | COURSE: Google Grant Workshop | This course will give you the exact steps to apply for the Google Grant ($120k in free search advertising for registered nonprofit organizations).  The Google Grant is ideal for nonprofit marketers who are looking to stretch a limited budget, measure their marketing efforts, and stand out in a crowded marketplace. | Pricing, information, and registration. 

Atlantic City Arts Foundation | Artist Finder Database | ACAF has compiled a list of artists in the Atlantic City area in one easy to navigate website! If you are interested in joining the database as an artist, visit the website for more information. | Website.

Nonprofit Learning Lab | FREE WEBINAR: Overcoming the “Ick Factor”: Rethinking Branding in the Nonprofit Sector | Overcoming the “Ick Factor” helps nonprofit leaders rethink branding as a mission-driven asset, not a corporate marketing line item. This practical session clarifies the difference between branding and marketing, explains why brand equity matters, and addresses common concerns about cost and authenticity. Attendees leave with a clear framework and actionable steps to align communications, build donor trust, and strengthen long-term support. | Date & Time: April 1, 2026 from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | More information and registration.

Artwork Archive | RECORDED WEBINAR: More Than Just Dusting: Collections, Housekeeping, Mold Prevention, and Integrated Pest Management | In this webinar, Artwork Archive hosts Dyani Feige, Director of Preservation at the Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts (CCAHA), for an essential session on the foundational housekeeping practices that protect and prolong the life of your collection, no matter its scale or scope. | Webinar. 

Artwork Archive | RECORDED WEBINAR: How to Build and Manage Calls for Entry That Work | If your organization could use a better way to run Calls for Entry, this webinar will explain how Artwork Archive's tool allows you to: Save administrative time and reduce staffing needs for your Calls, Make it easier for all artists to apply, Streamline collaboration with jurors, Simplify payments, Sync data directly with your existing collection database, And so much more. | Webinar. 

New Jersey Grants Management Office | Grants Management Office Lunch and Learn "Grant Management Is Risk Management" | The New Jersey Department of the Treasury’s Grants Management Office invites you to a free Lunch & Learn webinar, Grant Management Is Risk Management: Managing grants is about more than compliance. It is about protecting your organization. This session reframes grant management as a core risk management function, helping participants identify common post award risks and apply proactive strategies to reduce financial and programmatic exposure. Strong documentation and communication practices are emphasized throughout. | Date & Time: Apr 14, 2026 12:00 PM | More information and registration. 

Preservation NJ | Q&A with PNJ – Using Drones to Document Historic Properties | Q&A with PNJ is a project of Preservation New Jersey that seeks to highlight voices across New Jersey’s historic preservation community and share their expertise on a wide range of preservation topics. This session will explore how drones can be responsibly and effectively used to document historic properties, assess conditions, and support preservation planning. This program is free and open to all. Register in advance for program link and further details. | Date & Time: May 7, 2026 from 7PM to 8PM | More information and registration.