Training & Resources for Organizations | Vol. 86

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 | 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. | Deadline: April 23, 2026 at 2PM | More information and registration.

UCEDC | FREE WEBINAR: Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps | Showing up when customers search online matters. In this session, you’ll learn how to create, manage, and optimize your Google Business Profile so customers can easily find accurate information about your business on Google Search and Google Maps. | Date & Time: April 21, 2026 from 10:30AM to 12PM | More information and registration. 

UCEDC | FREE WEBINAR: Reach More Customers Online with Google | Help more customers find your business online. In this workshop, you’ll learn how Google Search works and how to improve your website’s visibility using Search Engine Optimization (SEO). We’ll also introduce key Google tools that support your marketing efforts, including Google Business Profile, Google Trends, Search Console, and Google Ads. | Date & Time: April 28, 2026 from 10:30AM to 12PM | More information and registration. 

GrantStation | FREE WEBINAR: Grantseeking Solo: Secure Awards With Limited Staff | For most nonprofit employees, versatility is not just an asset, it’s a necessity. This is especially true if you work for a small to medium-sized nonprofit. Very likely, your role extends far beyond your job title. During this webinar, GrantStation President Alice Ruhnke will share practical strategies to generate additional funding requests for nonprofit organizations with limited staff. | Date & Time: April 28, 2026 at 2PM | More information and registration. 

New Jersey Small Business Development Center | FREE WEBINAR: AI Masterclass PART 1:Introduction to AI & Tools 4 Productivity | This beginner-friendly webinar demystifies Artificial Intelligence and shows participants how to use simple AI tools to save time, stay organized, and work smarter. No technical background required, but it will be helpful to have a laptop available to use a tool such as ChatGPT. Attendees will learn how AI is changing everyday work and discover practical, easy-to-use applications that can streamline tasks, boost creativity, and increase productivity across both personal and professional life. | Date & Time: May 1, 2026 from 10AM to 1PM | More information and registration. 

New Jersey Small Business Development Center | FREE WEBINAR: Social Media Principles for Business: Facebook/Instagram | This session will focus on best practices in using social media platforms for business including but not limited to Facebook and Instagram. Topics include why use social media, how to choose which platforms to use, engagement trends on different social media platforms and trends in popular media types on each platform and Paid advertising. These activities will support building a Digital Marketing Plan that delivers results. We’ll review different templates you can use to complete your plan. | Date & Time: May 12, 2026 from 3PM to 5PM | More information and registration. 

New Jersey Small Business Development Center | FREE WEBINAR: LinkedIn: Connect and Engage for Growth | This session will focus on using the LinkedIn to establish your reputation as an expert and reach your target audience. We will discuss the LinkedIn algorithm, and strategies to grow and engage with your audience to enable you to make valuable business connections. | Date & Time: May 12, 2026 from 12:30PM to 2:30PM | More information and registration. 

Nonprofit Development Center of Southern New Jersey | WORKSHOP: Marketing a Non Profit Organization | The course covers the 14 steps involved in creating an effective marketing communications, as well as two dozen shortcuts to executing a professional public relations plan “on a shoestring.” | Date & Time: May 6, 2026 from 7PM to 8:30PM | More information and registration. 

GrantStation | FREE WEBINAR: Smarter Grant Prospecting: Using GrantStation + AI Tools to Streamline Your Grant Strategy | An effective grant strategy isn’t just about identifying potential funders—it’s about doing so efficiently, strategically, and with the right tools to support your decision-making. In this webinar, Alice Ruhnke and David Gates will demonstrate how to harness the combined power of GrantStation’s funder database with AI tools like ChatGPT to streamline your prospect research and outreach efforts. You’ll be guided through the essential steps of an effective grant strategy and learn how pairing AI tools with funder databases can make the process faster, smarter, and more targeted. | Date & Time: May 26, 2026 at 2 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. 

NJ Center for Nonprofits | Resources to Navigate Uncertainty | This resource list, building on one from our friends at the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, is designed to connect you with information and tools to help navigate the uncertainty.  It will be updated regularly. | Resources. 

National Disability Institute | FREE WEBINAR: Extra Costs of Living with a Disability/Dispelling Myths | The National Disability Institute, supported by the New Jersey Inclusive Healthy Communities (NJ-IHC) project, is hosting a four-part webinar series for people with disabilities, their families, and community partners across New Jersey. The final session will examine out-of-pocket costs associated with living with a disability. These expenses can strain household finances and increase the risk of poverty for individuals with disabilities and their families. | Date & Time: April 29, 2026 from 1PM to 2PM | More information and registration.