Training & Resources for Organizations | Vol. 89

New Jersey State Council on the Arts | RECORDED WEBINAR: The Transformative Power of Art | We hope this webinar served as a helpful tool to dive deeper into The Transformative Power of Art: A Guide to Arts Learning for Systems-Impacted Youth in New Jersey and shed a spotlight on organizations and artists in New Jersey who are serving youth through the arts. If you were not able to attend, you can access the webinar and speaker information here. | Webinar and information. 

Americans for the Arts | SURVEY: National Arts Policy Survey | Americans for the Arts works year-round with policymakers to advance federal arts policy. But mapping the future of arts and culture starts with listening to the field. Five questions. Two minutes. Real impact on the federal policy agenda. | Take the Survey.GrantStation | Free Download: The 2026 State of Grantseeking™ Report | We’re pleased to share the release of the free 2026 State of Grantseeking™ Report, a vital resource for nonprofit leaders, grant professionals, and fundraisers seeking to stay informed and competitive in today’s funding environment. | Read the Report.

UCEDC | FREE WEBINAR: QuickBooks Basics | One of the most important, yet frequently overlooked components for most business owners is recordkeeping. This introductory webinar walks participants through the ground level stages of “bookkeeping.”  During the webinar, we’ll focus on the following areas: The effective use of an accounting system - How to set up your company in QuickBooks - Adding customers, vendors and employees to your records, How to produce accurate and timely reports to analyze your company’s performance and much more. | Date & Time: June 2, 2026 from 6PM to 7:30PM | More information and registration.

UCEDC | FREE WEBINAR: Build and Maintain Your Professional Brand | Having a strong professional brand and a well-thought-out career story can open many opportunities – whether you’re pursuing your next job or growing your business. Today, a business’s brand is often rooted in the story and visibility of its founder, making personal branding a powerful tool for entrepreneurs as well. | Date & Time: June 9, 2026 from 6PM to 7:30PM | More information and registration. 

Charity HowTo | FREE WEBINAR: Why Build Relationships with Grantmakers? | In this live webinar, we talk briefly about "why" relationships with grantmakers are important. We will share ways to learn if a grantmaker has the capacity to have relationships with potential grantees prior to submitting an award versus what their preference is for communication prior to an award. We will also address the key role that your colleagues should play in the grant relationship outreach process and how to get them excited and engaged to help look for connections and make introductions to grantmakers. | Date & Time: June 25, 2026 at 1PM | More information and registration.

NJ Center for Nonprofits | Policy World Wednesdays | Hosted by the New Jersey Center for Nonprofits and the Council of New Jersey Grantmakers, Policy World Wednesdays are FREE monthly Zoom sessions focused on key policy issues affecting the nonprofit and philanthropic communities. Join us every month to discuss all things policy, including the latest developments at the federal, state and local levels; legislative insights and advocacy opportunities; and to share any other policy or advocacy issues currently on your organization’s radar. Network with, and learn from, other changemakers to help stay abreast of current trends, build partnerships and strengthen advocacy skills for increased influence in public policy matters. Whether you’re new to advocacy or an experienced veteran, we hope we’ll see you there! We will meet the second Wednesday of each month from 12:30pm-1:30pm via Zoom. You must be a staff or board member of a nonprofit or philanthropic organization to participate. | Date & Time: June 3, 2026 from 12:30PM to 1:30PM | More information and registration. 

Nonprofit Learning Lab | FREE WEBINAR: Excel for Nonprofit Leaders: Turning Everyday Data into Clear, Actionable Insights | This practical webinar will walk through foundational Excel strategies that help managers structure their data for clarity, reduce common mistakes, and quickly surface key insights. Participants will learn essential formulas and tools that make reporting faster, cleaner, and more decision-ready — without requiring advanced technical expertise. | Date & Time: June 8, 2026 at 11AM | More information and registration.

Nonprofit Learning Lab | FREE WEBINAR: Make Your Case Compelling! Learn How to Get Everyone in Your Organization on the Same Page When Talking About Your Organization | Are you and your team struggling to communicate the impact of your organization? You CAN deliver a compelling case whenever you talk about your organization. Go from unsure to confident when sharing your impact. Learn how you can change the game forever by elevating your messaging and communications. | Date & Time: June 22, 2026 at 11AM | More information and registration. 

Nonprofit Hub | FREE WEBINAR: How to Build a Lead Magnet That Actually Acquires New Donors | Email list growth is often treated as a design problem or a copywriting exercise, when it’s really a research problem. Join MacKenzie Doherty of Generosity X for a workshop on building truly “ad-ready” lead magnets designed specifically for digital acquisition. Learn how to draw on donor data, perform competitive analysis, avoid common conversion pitfalls, and validate your ideas before investing in paid advertising. | Date & Time: June 10, 2026 from 1PM to 2PM | More information and registration.

Nonprofit Hub | ON DEMAND WEBINAR: Grant Writing Quick Start Workshop | As a nonprofit leader or a grant writer, you may hear things like, “Why don’t you just write a grant for that?” Easier said than done! Some days it may seem that everyone is winning grants except you. In this webinar, you will learn how to evaluate potential grant opportunities quickly and efficiently, and use strategic writing techniques to strengthen your grant proposals, and more! | Webinar. 

New Jersey Association of Museums | Artifact Assessment Program | The New Jersey Association of Museums is pleased to offer the Artifact Assessment Program (AAP).

A FREE service for non-profit history, museum, and science organizations in New Jersey

that collect and care for the artifacts that help tell our unique history. AAP is funded by the New Jersey Historical Commission and managed by NJAM. The program is designed to guide organizations on how to best provide optimal care for the objects entrusted to them, so that current and future generations can continue to benefit from a close connection to history. AAP is here to help! | More information.

Grunin Foundation | FREE WEBINAR: Pragmatic Activism - Timing of Influence | Pragmatic Activism is a strategic approach for creating social change that is sustainable for the long term. The Grunin Foundation is hosting a Pragmatic Activism Virtual Event Series with Orville Morales, open to nonprofit leaders. This program is designed to strengthen advocacy capacity while helping organizations interpret and respond to New Jersey’s evolving legislative and policy landscape. Together, these sessions help nonprofit organizations strengthen their advocacy skills while staying informed about policy developments that may affect their work. | Date & Time: June 10, 2026 from 11AM to 12:30PM | More information and registration. 

NJ Grants Management Office | FREE WEBINAR: Grants Management Office Lunch and Learn "When to Say No to a Grant" | The New Jersey Department of the Treasury’s Grants Management Office invites you to a free Lunch & Learn webinar, When to Say No to a Grant: Not every grant is worth pursuing. This session helps participants evaluate opportunities for true fit, capacity, and risk, while identifying warning signs of misaligned funding. Attendees will gain decision making frameworks to confidently say no and protect long term organizational health.  We are pleased to partner with the Rutgers University Office of Continuing Professional Education and instructor Elaine Griffin for this informative session. Grab your lunch, log in, and join us to sharpen your grants management skills—one webinar at a time. | Date & Time: June 9, 2026 at 12PM | More information and registration.

NJ Grants Management Office | FREE WEBINAR: Grants Management Office Lunch and Learn "Grant Amendments, Extensions, and Budget Revisions" | The New Jersey Department of the Treasury’s Grants Management Office invites you to a free Lunch & Learn webinar Grant Amendments, Extensions, and Budget Revisions:  Change happens even after an award is made. This session explains when funder approval is required, how to distinguish minor adjustments from formal amendments, and best practices for requesting extensions or budget revisions. Participants will learn how to communicate changes clearly while maintaining funder confidence. We are pleased to partner with the Rutgers University Office of Continuing Professional Education and instructor Elaine Griffin for this informative session. Grab your lunch, log in, and join us to sharpen your grants management skills—one webinar at a time. | Date & Time: July 7, 2026 at 12PM | 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