BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CiviCRM//NONSGML CiviEvent iCal//EN X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Los_Angeles METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_5847_3d06661f0111b2e1f5e67fd07e9fafae@nonprofitoregon.org SUMMARY:The Complete Leader 6-part Development Series X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Master the art of leadership and empower team members in this comprehensive virtual training series. Led by experienced instructors\, each 2.5-hour course co mbines insightful instruction with interactive wor kshops. Gain practical skills\, build confidence\, and tackle real-world scenarios to become a more effective leader.
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\n The series cove rs six essential areas:

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  1. Found ations of Leadership: Establish a strong foundatio n for success and build trust on a team.
    2. \n < li>Coaching: Bring out the Best in Others: Learn t o unlock potential in others through effective coa ching techniques. Motivate and inspire team member s to achieve their full potential.\n
  2. Ess entials of Teamwork: Build a Collaborative Culture Cultivate a collaborative environment where every one thrives.
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  3. Conquer Fear and Ambiguit y During Change: Navigate change with confidence a nd guide the team through transitions.
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  4. Strategic Decision-Making and Problem Solving: Le arn to make strategic decisions\, apply problem-so lving techniques\, mitigate biases\, and collabora te effectively with their teams—all while aligning choices with long-term goals and organizational p riorities.
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  5. Address Poor Performance wi th Confidence: Learn to define\, analyze\, and add ress poor performance\, uncover its underlying cau ses\, and apply practical strategies to improve te am outcomes.
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By the end of th is series\, you will be able to:

\n \n DESCRIPTION:Master the art of leadership and empower team memb ers in this comprehensive virtual training series. Led by experienced instructors\, each 2.5-hour co urse combines insightful instruction with interact ive workshops. Gain practical skills\, build confi dence\, and tackle real-world scenarios to become a more effective leader.\n \n \n \n The series cov ers six essential areas:\n \n \n \n \n Foundation s of Leadership: Establish a strong foundation for success and build trust on a team.\n Coaching: B ring out the Best in Others: Learn to unlock poten tial in others through effective coaching techniqu es. Motivate and inspire team members to achieve t heir full potential.\n Essentials of Teamwork: Bu ild a Collaborative Culture Cultivate a collaborat ive environment where everyone thrives.\n Conquer Fear and Ambiguity During Change: Navigate change with confidence and guide the team through transi tions.\n Strategic Decision-Making and Problem So lving: Learn to make strategic decisions\, apply p roblem-solving techniques\, mitigate biases\, and collaborate effectively with their teams—all while aligning choices with long-term goals and organiz ational priorities.\n Address Poor Performance wi th Confidence: Learn to define\, analyze\, and add ress poor performance\, uncover its underlying cau ses\, and apply practical strategies to improve te am outcomes.\n \n \n By the end of this series\, y ou will be able to:\n \n \n \n \n Implement core leadership principles for a thriving team.\n Coac h and develop team members' talents.\n Foster a p ositive and collaborative work environment.\n Lea d with confidence during periods of change.\n Inc rease efficiency and achieve goals with a team.\n Address performance issues constructively and eff ectively.\n CATEGORIES:Webinar CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T073000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260609T100000 LOCATION:Online Event\n ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Association of Oregon":mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org URL:https://nonprofitoregon.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=5847 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_5868_3d06661f0111b2e1f5e67fd07e9fafae@nonprofitoregon.org SUMMARY:The ADA: Service Animals and Emotional Support Ani mals in the Workplace X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Underst anding how the Americans with Disabilities Act (AD A) applies to workplace requests involving animals can be confusing for employers. While many people are familiar with service animals in public setti ngs\, workplace rules are different.
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\n For employers in Oregon and Washington\, where state disability accommodation laws closely align with federal requirements\, understanding how ser vice animal and emotional support animal requests fit into the ADA interactive process is critical. This course is designed for HR professionals\, man agers\, and supervisors seeking practical guidance on responding to workplace animal accommodation r equests.
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\ n \n DESCRIPTION:Understanding how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to workplace requests involving animals can be confusing for employers. While many people are familiar with service animals in publi c settings\, workplace rules are different.\n \n \ n \n For employers in Oregon and Washington\, wher e state disability accommodation laws closely alig n with federal requirements\, understanding how se rvice animal and emotional support animal requests fit into the ADA interactive process is critical. This course is designed for HR professionals\, ma nagers\, and supervisors seeking practical guidanc e on responding to workplace animal accommodation requests.\n \n \n \n You'll learn about:\n \n \n \ n \n What qualifies as a service or assistance an imal in employment settings\n When emotional supp ort animals may qualify as a workplace accommodati on\n Evaluating requests through the ADA interact ive process\n What documentation employers may re quest\n The undue hardship analysis\n Managing i ssues such as coworker allergies and workplace dis ruption\n CATEGORIES:Webinar CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260610T083000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260610T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260610T093000 LOCATION:Online Event\n ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Association of Oregon":mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org URL:https://nonprofitoregon.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=5868 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_5881_3d06661f0111b2e1f5e67fd07e9fafae@nonprofitoregon.org SUMMARY:Collaborations and Mergers X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Seachan ge will help you explore strategic collaboration o pportunities—from informal partnerships to full me rgers—to strengthen impact and sustainability. Thi s session covers when collaboration makes sense\, how to assess readiness\, and key considerations f or successful alignment.

DESCRIPTION:Seachange will help you explore strategic collabor ation opportunities—from informal partnerships to full mergers—to strengthen impact and sustainabili ty. This session covers when collaboration makes s ense\, how to assess readiness\, and key considera tions for successful alignment.\n \n CATEGORIES:Webinar CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260610T100000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260610T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260610T110000 LOCATION:Online Event\n ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Association of Oregon":mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org URL:https://nonprofitoregon.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=5881 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_5873_3d06661f0111b2e1f5e67fd07e9fafae@nonprofitoregon.org SUMMARY:Basics of Supervision X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Good su pervisors are the first line of defense against em ployee disengagement and turnover. Yet only one th ird of all supervisors and managers are perceived to be strong leaders. This two-day leadership trai ning course is designed for individuals who are ne w to leadership roles\, including aspiring leaders \, frontline supervisors\, and mid-level managers. Whether you are stepping into a leadership positi on for the first time or recently transitioned int o a supervisory or managerial role\, this program provides the essential tools to lead with confiden ce\, foster team engagement\, and drive success in your organization.
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\n This comprehe nsive training program is delivered over two full days\, offering a blend of interactive discussions \, real-world applications\, and practical exercis es to enhance leadership confidence and competence . Participants will develop the skills necessary t o navigate the challenges of supervisory roles\, m otivate their teams\, and create a culture of acco untability and growth.
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\n Participan ts can choose to attend the full two-day program o r just the first session. Those who complete both days will receive a personalized certificate of co mpletion.
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\n Day One:

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  • Learn how to provide clear direction\, delegate tasks effectively\, and tie team efforts to the organization's goals.
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  • Explore v arious models of delegation and develop practical skills for successful task assignment.
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  • Define and create SMART goals for your team's dev elopment\, ensuring alignment with individual and organizational objectives.
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  • Learn and p ractice models for giving employee feedback.
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  • Give constructive feedback to drive perform ance.
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  • Identify and address performance gaps.
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  • Understand the difference betwe en recognition and appreciation and learn effectiv e strategies to motivate your team.
    • \n DESCRIPTION:Good supervisors are the first line of defense aga inst employee disengagement and turnover. Yet only one third of all supervisors and managers are per ceived to be strong leaders. This two-day leadersh ip training course is designed for individuals who are new to leadership roles\, including aspiring leaders\, frontline supervisors\, and mid-level ma nagers. Whether you are stepping into a leadership position for the first time or recently transitio ned into a supervisory or managerial role\, this p rogram provides the essential tools to lead with c onfidence\, foster team engagement\, and drive suc cess in your organization.\n \n \n \n This compreh ensive training program is delivered over two full days\, offering a blend of interactive discussion s\, real-world applications\, and practical exerci ses to enhance leadership confidence and competenc e. Participants will develop the skills necessary to navigate the challenges of supervisory roles\, motivate their teams\, and create a culture of acc ountability and growth.\n \n \n \n Participants ca n choose to attend the full two-day program or jus t the first session. Those who complete both days will receive a personalized certificate of complet ion.\n \n \n \n What You'll Learn:\n \n \n \n Day One:\n \n \n \n \n Define your leadership style a nd develop a growth mindset.\n Understand your so urces of power and key leadership competencies.\n Explore strategies for individuals making the tra nsition from peer to supervisor.\n Discover the i mportance of emotional intelligence and empathy in leadership.\n Explore strategies to increase emp loyee engagement and motivation.\n Master the art of active listening and effective communication.\ n Learn how to foster collaboration and build hig h-performing teams.\n Understand your role as a l eader in guiding others through change.\n \n \n Da y Two:\n \n \n \n \n Learn how to provide clear d irection\, delegate tasks effectively\, and tie te am efforts to the organization's goals.\n Explore various models of delegation and develop practica l skills for successful task assignment.\n Define and create SMART goals for your team's developmen t\, ensuring alignment with individual and organiz ational objectives.\n Learn and practice models f or giving employee feedback.\n Give constructive feedback to drive performance.\n Identify and add ress performance gaps.\n Understand the differenc e between recognition and appreciation and learn e ffective strategies to motivate your team.\n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260716T083000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260716T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260717T163000 LOCATION:Online Event\n ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Association of Oregon":mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org URL:https://nonprofitoregon.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=5889 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_5890_3d06661f0111b2e1f5e67fd07e9fafae@nonprofitoregon.org SUMMARY:Respect and Civility in the Workplace X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

    With th e rate in uncivil and disrespectful behavior in th e workplace increasing\, cultivating a positive wo rk environment is essential to employee morale\, r etention and productivity. This interactive sessio n goes beyond legal definitions of harassment to f ocus on building a respectful and civil workplace culture.
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  • Learn how seemingly minor disrespectful behaviors can have a major impact.
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  • De velop self-awareness to build stronger relationshi ps.
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  • Understand and appreciate the valu e of diversity in the workplace.
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  • Gain practical tools to effectively respond to disrespe ctful behavior and minimize bullying.
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  • Equip yourself with skills to resolve conflicts co nstructively.
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  • Discover simple\, daily actions you can take to foster a positive work env ironment.
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  • Strengthen communication and collaboration skills for better teamwork.
    • \n DESCRIPTION:With the rate in uncivil and disrespectful behavio r in the workplace increasing\, cultivating a posi tive work environment is essential to employee mor ale\, retention and productivity. This interactive session goes beyond legal definitions of harassme nt to focus on building a respectful and civil wor kplace culture.\n \n \n \n Key Benefits:\n \n \n \ n \n Learn how seemingly minor disrespectful beha viors can have a major impact.\n Develop self-awa reness to build stronger relationships.\n Underst and and appreciate the value of diversity in the w orkplace.\n Gain practical tools to effectively r espond to disrespectful behavior and minimize bull ying.\n Equip yourself with skills to resolve con flicts constructively.\n Discover simple\, daily actions you can take to foster a positive work env ironment.\n Strengthen communication and collabor ation skills for better teamwork.\n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260716T130000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260716T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260716T150000 LOCATION:Online Event\n ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Association of Oregon":mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org URL:https://nonprofitoregon.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=5890 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_5891_3d06661f0111b2e1f5e67fd07e9fafae@nonprofitoregon.org SUMMARY:Productivity Power Skills: Master Time\, Prioritiz ation\, and Focus X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

    Feeling stretched thin or pulled in too many directions? This energizing 2-hour session equips you with pra ctical tools to take control of your workload\, cu t through distractions\, and focus on what truly m atters.
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    \n Learn to prioritize tasks that drive results\, manage competing demands eff ectively\, strengthen attention\, and build sustai nable habits that keep you productive without burn ing out.

    DESCRIPTION:Feeling stretched thin or pulled in too many direc tions? This energizing 2-hour session equips you w ith practical tools to take control of your worklo ad\, cut through distractions\, and focus on what truly matters.\n \n \n \n Learn to prioritize task s that drive results\, manage competing demands ef fectively\, strengthen attention\, and build susta inable habits that keep you productive without bur ning out.\n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260721T083000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260721T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260721T103000 LOCATION:Online Event\n ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Association of Oregon":mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org URL:https://nonprofitoregon.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=5891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_5815_3d06661f0111b2e1f5e67fd07e9fafae@nonprofitoregon.org SUMMARY:HR & Manager Crash Course - Summer 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

    Join us for another session of our 2-day hybrid HR &\; Manager Crash Course training this summer! Choose to attend virtually or in person at the HR Annie office in SE PDX.
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    \n Perfect for any one on your team with HR or management functions b aked into their role – like hiring\, performance\, coaching\, employee relations\, culture\, and com munication. Whether you’re a manager\, a superviso r\, an HR professional\, or an owner who wears all the hats\, you will gain critical foundational kn owledge to provide effective leadership\, minimize legal risk\, and maximize employee performance.\n
    \n Attendees will engage with several HR and recruitment experts who will train on 8 to pics surrounding compliance and best practices. Th e two days of workshopping are designed to layer a nd blend well from course to course\, as well as g ive participants the important opportunity to list en and learn from the other attendees/industries o n how they are approaching and reflecting on the w ork they have in common.
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    \n This 2-d ay event is eligible for 11 SHRM &\; 11 HRCI cr edits!

    DESCRIPTION:Join us for another session of our 2-day hybrid HR & Manager Crash Course training this summer! Choo se to attend virtually or in person at the HR Anni e office in SE PDX.\n \n \n \n Perfect for anyone on your team with HR or management functions baked into their role – like hiring\, performance\, coa ching\, employee relations\, culture\, and communi cation. Whether you’re a manager\, a supervisor\, an HR professional\, or an owner who wears all the hats\, you will gain critical foundational knowle dge to provide effective leadership\, minimize leg al risk\, and maximize employee performance.\n \n \n \n Attendees will engage with several HR and re cruitment experts who will train on 8 topics surro unding compliance and best practices. The two days of workshopping are designed to layer and blend w ell from course to course\, as well as give partic ipants the important opportunity to listen and lea rn from the other attendees/industries on how they are approaching and reflecting on the work they h ave in common.\n \n \n \n This 2-day event is elig ible for 11 SHRM & 11 HRCI credits!\n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260804T090000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260804T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260805T160000 LOCATION:Hybrid\n Virtual or Portland\n ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Association of Oregon":mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org URL:https://nonprofitoregon.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=5815 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_5783_3d06661f0111b2e1f5e67fd07e9fafae@nonprofitoregon.org SUMMARY:Not-for-Profit Essentials: Private Foundation Esse ntials X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

    Unlock the secrets to successfully managing a private fou ndation with our comprehensive webinar. This sessi on provides you with a deep understanding of the f undamentals of private foundations\, addressing co mmon questions and highlighting the unique charact eristics that set them apart from other charitable entities.

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    We will delve into strategi c planning opportunities to ensure your private fo undation operates effectively within regulatory bo undaries while achieving its charitable goals. Lea rn how to navigate the complexities of compliance\ , maximize your foundation’s impact\, and maintain its integrity and public trust.

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    Join us to gain valuable insights and practical tips th at will empower you to lead your private foundatio n with confidence and success.

    DESCRIPTION:Unlock the secrets to successfully managing a priv ate foundation with our comprehensive webinar. Thi s session provides you with a deep understanding o f the fundamentals of private foundations\, addres sing common questions and highlighting the unique characteristics that set them apart from other cha ritable entities.\n \n \n \n We will delve into st rategic planning opportunities to ensure your priv ate foundation operates effectively within regulat ory boundaries while achieving its charitable goal s. Learn how to navigate the complexities of compl iance\, maximize your foundation’s impact\, and ma intain its integrity and public trust.\n \n \n \n Join us to gain valuable insights and practical ti ps that will empower you to lead your private foun dation with confidence and success.\n \n CATEGORIES:Webinar CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260806T090000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260806T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260806T120000 LOCATION:Online Event\n ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Association of Oregon":mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org URL:https://nonprofitoregon.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=5783 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_5861_3d06661f0111b2e1f5e67fd07e9fafae@nonprofitoregon.org SUMMARY:2026 Legal Update: What Employers Need to Know Abo ut Compliance & HR Trends X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

    A lot h as happened (and keeps happening) in the world of employment law\, and it can be challenging to keep up and anticipate what’s around the corner. Join HR Annie and labor &\; employment law expert Ke n Rock from Ogletree Deakins for our annual legal update!
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    \n In this live Learning Lab \, we’ll walk through key legislative updates\, re cent court decisions\, and agency actions impactin g small- to midsize employers right now. You’ll ge t clear\, practical insights to help you stay comp liant and make informed decisions as the employmen t landscape continues to shift.

    DESCRIPTION:A lot has happened (and keeps happening) in the wo rld of employment law\, and it can be challenging to keep up and anticipate what’s around the corner . Join HR Annie and labor & employment law expert Ken Rock from Ogletree Deakins for our annual lega l update!\n \n \n \n In this live Learning Lab\, w e’ll walk through key legislative updates\, recent court decisions\, and agency actions impacting sm all- to midsize employers right now. You’ll get cl ear\, practical insights to help you stay complian t and make informed decisions as the employment la ndscape continues to shift.\n \n CATEGORIES:Webinar CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260813T110000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260813T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260813T120000 LOCATION:Online Event\n ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Association of Oregon":mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org URL:https://nonprofitoregon.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=5861 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_5860_3d06661f0111b2e1f5e67fd07e9fafae@nonprofitoregon.org SUMMARY:Northwest VegFest X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

    Become a non-profit exhibitor at Northwest VegFest 2026\, the Pacific Northwest’s largest vegan event and a unique opportunity to connect directly with thous ands of plant-based\, veg-curious\, and sustainabi lity-minded consumers. This is a two-day r egional event taking place August 29–30\, 2026\, at the Wingspan Event &\; Conference Ce nter in Hillsboro\, Oregon. VegFest draws attendee s from across the Northwest who are passionate abo ut compassionate\, healthy\, and environmentally r esponsible living.

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    Learn more about Northwest VegFest at NWVEG.org/VegFest.

    DESCRIPTION:Become a non-profit exhibitor at Northwest VegFest 2026\, the Pacific Northwest’s largest vegan even t and a unique opportunity to connect directly wit h thousands of plant-based\, veg-curious\, and sus tainability-minded consumers. This is a two-day re gional event taking place August 29–30\, 2026\, at the Wingspan Event & Conference Center in Hillsbo ro\, Oregon. VegFest draws attendees from across t he Northwest who are passionate about compassionat e\, healthy\, and environmentally responsible livi ng.\n \n \n \n Learn more about Northwest VegFest at NWVEG.org/VegFest.\n \n CATEGORIES:Conference CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260829T100000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260829T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260830T170000 LOCATION:Wingspan Event & Conference Center\n 801 NE 34th A ve.\n Hillsboro\, OR 97124\n ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Association of Oregon":mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org URL:https://nonprofitoregon.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=5860 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_5862_3d06661f0111b2e1f5e67fd07e9fafae@nonprofitoregon.org SUMMARY:High Desert Nonprofit Conference 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

    The High Desert Nonprofit Conference \;is ret urning \;to Central Oregon on \;September 15\, 2026\, bringing together \;nonpr ofit leaders\, staff\, board members\, volunteers\ , and community partners for a full day of learnin g\, inspiration\, and practical skill-building.&nb sp\;

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    Set against the backdrop of Orego n's high desert\, this highly \;anticipated&nb sp\;conference provides opportunities to explore t oday's most relevant nonprofit challenges and oppo rtunities through expert-led \;breakout \; sessions focused on \;leadership\, fun draising\, marketing and communications\, and other \;timely \;topics \;impacti ng \;the sector. \;

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    Following an overwhelmingly positive response to his keynote presentation at the Oregon Nonprofit Leaders Conf erence\, we are pleased to welcome Steve P atty \;of Dialogues in Action\, as the keynote speaker for this event. Steve’s message of hope\, vitality\, and purposeful leade rship is sure to be one you will not want to miss!  \;

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    Session titles\, descriptions\ , presenters\, and other additional information wi ll be posted as they are confirmed \;– please check back!

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    Want to be the first to know when registration opens? Sign up via our < a href="https://nonprofitoregon.org/conference-not ification-form/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target= "_blank">Conference Notification Form.\n \n

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    $19 9 NAO members
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    Check in at the registration table \, enjoy a continental breakfast\, and connect wit h new and familiar colleagues.

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    Keynote presenter: Steve Patt y\, Consultant &\; Founder\, Dialogues In Action

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    Doing \;good \;in th e world is taxing. The world is \;a \;comp lex \;place. The people we work with are compl ex. And often\, so are we. \;

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    In t his keynote\, Steve Patty dives into that complexi ty and explores how we can turn it into a source o f vitality instead of exhaustion. How do we thrive in challenging environments? How do we become ins truments of vitality\, for ourselves\, our teams\, and the communities we serve? \;

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    Vitality \;doesn’t \;just happen. It must be pursued and cultivated. Combining inspiration w ith \;clear \;strategy\, Steve will help d iscover practical ways to bring more life\, energy \, and impact to the work nonprofits do in the wor ld. \;

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    Sessio n titles\, descriptions\, and speakers will be pos ted as soon as they are confirmed.

    \n \n < p>1B - The Heart of Leadership: Building T rust\, Accountability\, and Team Capacity Under Pr essure
    \n Presented by: Patty Casebo lt\, \;Officer &\; Facilitator\, \; The Learnin g Well service at La Clinica

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    Nonpr ofit leaders are expected to do more with less whi le managing increasing community needs\, staffing& nbsp\;issues\, funding uncertainties\, and the emo tional weight of mission-driven work. \;Amid t hese pressures\, \;it's \;easy to feel iso lated or overwhelmed. \; \;

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    This \;interactive  \;session reassures \;leaders that \; they are not alone. It offers a practical\, hopefu l approach to sustainable leadership through refle ction\, conversation\, and practical tools. Attend ees will learn how self-awareness\, relational int elligence\, and clear agreements can build trust\, accountability\, and team strength\, even in toug h times. Join us and leave feeling more connected\ , energized\, and ready to lead with clarity\, pur pose\, and resilience. \;

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    This session is designed for \;anyone responsible for supporting people\, culture\, or team performa nce within a nonprofit organization. \;\n \n

    1C - Do More With Less: A Pract ical Digital Marketing Playbook for Nonprofits
    \n Presented by: Anna Madill\, Founder &\; CEO and Megan Kenealy\, Senior Digital Spec ialist\, Avenue Agency

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    Small \; nonprofit \;teams \;juggle a lot\, and dig ital marketing can \;quickly \;feel \; overwhelming. \;This session offers practical\ , budget-friendly strategies to help \;markete rs focus \;on what \;works\, spend less ti me guessing\, and devote more energy to their  \;mission. Join \;Anna Madill\, CEO and Founde r\, \;and Megan Kenealy\, Senior Digital Speci alist at Avenue \;– \;a B Corp and 1% for the Planet digital marketing agency \;– \; for actionable \;ideas \;to \;strength en \;your digital presence and maximize your i mpact. \;

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    In this session\, attend ees will \;learn how to: \;

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      Attendees will \;participate&nb sp\;in an interactive Q&\;A with Avenue's digit al marketing experts. Bring all your questions!&nb sp\;

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      \n \n < p>2B - Fundraising During Uncertainty
      \n Presented by: Cassi MacQueen\, Execut ive Director\, Deschutes Children's Foundati on

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      Nonprofits are navigating a difficult landscape \;in which \;communi ty needs \;continue \;to rise while fundin g\, donor behavior\, and economic conditions \ ;are \;increasingly unpredictable. This sessio n explores how organizations can strengthen donor trust\, communicate challenges honestly without cr eating panic\, and build stewardship practices roo ted in transparency and relationships. Participant s will discuss practical strategies for communicat ing impact\, connecting operations to mission\, an d building fundraising approaches that feel steady \, authentic\, and sustainable during uncertain ti mes. \;

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      \n Executive Directors\, development staff\, fund raising professionals\, \;board members\, comm unications staff\, and nonprofit leaders responsib le for donor engagement and organizational sustain ability. \;

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      < em>Session titles\, descriptions\, and speakers wi ll be posted as soon as they are confirmed.\n \n

      3A - Getting to What Matters: A Fresh Approach to Evaluating and Communicating Yo ur Impact
      \n Presented by: Steve Pat ty\, Consultant &\; Founder\, \;Dialogues In Action

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      Nonprofits are under increasing pressure to \;demonstrate \;imp act\, yet the most \;meaningful \;changes in people's lives and communities are often the ha rdest to measure. \;How can organizations move beyond counting activities and outputs to better understand\, evaluate\, and communicate what truly matters? \;

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      In this interactive w orkshop\, participants will gain a fresh approach to impact evaluation that helps organizations capt ure deeper\, transformational change while strengt hening learning\, engagement\, and accountability. Drawing on insights from hundreds of nonprofits\, participants will explore innovative evaluation p ractices\, discover how AI can support the analysi s of qualitative data without losing important hum an context\, and learn ways to make evaluation mor e meaningful for both staff and program participan ts. \;

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      Attendees will leave with p ractical tools and new perspectives for gathering evidence of impact\, communicating outcomes more e ffectively\, and creating evaluation processes tha t are both credible and generative. \;

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      3C - Stop Writing \;"Grant \; Voice": \;How to Sound More Human\, M ore Strategic\, and More Fundable
      \n Presente d by: Susan Taylor\, Founder &\; CEO\, The Grant Lab

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      Too many grant proposals sound like they were written by a committee\, a thesaurus\, or even a robot. I n an era of AI-generated content and reviewer fati gue\, the organizations that stand out are not alw ays those with the biggest budgets or the most pol ished language – but those that communicate clearl y\, authentically\, and strategically. \;

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      This interac tive workshop explores the difference \;betwee n effective grant writing and “grant voice\,” the jargon-heavy\, overly formal style that can hide i mpact \;and weaken storytelling. \;Through real examples and hands-on exercises\, participan ts will learn how to write proposals that sound mo re human while \;remaining \;professional\ , persuasive\, and fundable. \;

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      We will also \;exa mine the role of AI in grant writing\, including w here it can support the process and where human in sight still matters most. Participants will leave with practical strategies to improve clarity\, str engthen reviewer-focused narratives\, incorporate storytelling without losing credibility\, and comm unicate organizational impact with authenticity an d precision. \;

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      This intermediate-level workshop i s intended for those who have written grants befor e and want to strengthen the clarity and effective ness of their proposals. \;

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      Join your fellow conference attendees for a reception.& nbsp\;This is your opportunity to relax and kick b ack with hors d'oeuvres\, a cold beverage\, and go od conversation. Details to follow!

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      Attendees will hav e the opportunity to connect with several exhibito rs offering resources and services relevant to non profit organizations. We encourage you to visit th eir tables throughout the day!

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      Interested in Sponsoring?
      \n Learn how your organization can support the High Desert Nonprofit Conference and connect w ith nonprofit leaders from across the region. Plea se fill out our interest form or reach out to \;      Jennifer Monegan\, Director o f Membership\, Development and Communications\, at jmonegan@nonprofitor egon.org.

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      • Refunds : Refunds (minus a 25% handling charge) a re available for the conference until Thur sday\, September 3\, 2026. \;Cancella tions received after this time frame will not be r efunded. Email \;training@nonprofitoregon.org& nbsp\;to request a refund.
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      • Sub stitutions: If you’d like to transfer you r event registration to another individual\, pleas e email a request to training@nonprofitoregon.org. We cannot apply your payment to a future training event.
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      • No Shows: If you are unable to attend the conference and have n ot cancelled in advance\, your payment will not be refunded. \;
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      • If NAO Cance ls an Event: We reserve the right to canc el any event or substitute presenters if needed. I f we cancel an event\, we will \;contact all r egistrants and offer a full refund.
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      [sponsors title="Conference Sponsors" desc ription="]The Ford Family FoundationMJ Murdock Charitabl e Trust LogoM eyer Memorial Trust LogoMarie Lamfrom LogoThe Roundhouse Foundation LogoNonstop LogoDeschutes Childrens Founda tion Logo[/ sponsors]

      DESCRIPTION:The High Desert Nonprofit Conference is returning  to Central Oregon on September 15\, 2026\, bringin g together nonprofit leaders\, staff\, board membe rs\, volunteers\, and community partners for a ful l day of learning\, inspiration\, and practical sk ill-building. \n \n \n \n Set against the backdrop of Oregon's high desert\, this highly anticipated  conference provides opportunities to explore toda y's most relevant nonprofit challenges and opportu nities through expert-led breakout sessions focuse d on leadership\, fundraising\, marketing and comm unications\, and other timely topics impacting the sector. \n \n \n \n Following an overwhelmingly p ositive response to his keynote presentation at th e Oregon Nonprofit Leaders Conference\, we are ple ased to welcome Steve Patty of Dialogues in Action \, as the keynote speaker for this event. Steve’s message of hope\, vitality\, and purposeful leader ship is sure to be one you will not want to miss!  \n \n \n \n Session titles\, descriptions\, presen ters\, and other additional information will be po sted as they are confirmed – please check back!\n \n \n \n Want to be the first to know when registr ation opens? Sign up via our Conference Notificati on Form (https://nonprofitoregon.org/conference-no tification-form/).\n \n \n Cost\n \n \n $199 NAO m embers\n \n $275 Non-members\n \n \n \n [accordion title="Conference Agenda"]\n \n \n \n [accordion- item title="Doors Open" info="7:30 a.m."]\n \n \n \n Check in at the registration table\, enjoy a co ntinental breakfast\, and connect with new and fam iliar colleagues.\n \n \n \n [/accordion-item]\n \ n \n \n [accordion-item title="Welcome & Opening K eynote" info="8:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. "]\n \n \n \n Keynote presenter: Steve Patty\, Consultant & Foun der\, Dialogues In Action\n \n \n \n Doing good in the world is taxing. The world is a complex place . The people we work with are complex. And often\, so are we. \n \n \n \n In this keynote\, Steve Pa tty dives into that complexity and explores how we can turn it into a source of vitality instead of exhaustion. How do we thrive in challenging enviro nments? How do we become instruments of vitality\, for ourselves\, our teams\, and the communities w e serve? \n \n \n \n Vitality doesn’t just happen. It must be pursued and cultivated. Combining insp iration with clear strategy\, Steve will help disc over practical ways to bring more life\, energy\, and impact to the work nonprofits do in the world.  \n \n \n \n [/accordion-item]\n \n \n \n [accordi on-item title="Breakout Session 1" info="9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. "]\n \n \n \n Session titles\, descr iptions\, and speakers will be posted as soon as t hey are confirmed.\n \n \n \n 1B - The Heart of Le adership: Building Trust\, Accountability\, and Te am Capacity Under Pressure\n \n Presented by: Patt y Casebolt\, Officer & Facilitator\, The Learning Well (https://thelearningwell.org/) service at La Clinica (https://laclinicahealth.org/?_gl=1*1apj9f y*_gcl_au*MTU5NjkyNDk1OS4xNzgwNjAxMzE0*_ga*MjA3ODY wMDYyNy4xNzgwNjAxMzE0*_ga_ZZ1T0XHYMG*czE3ODA2MDEzM TQkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODA2MDEzNzUkajU5JGwwJGgw)\n \n \n \ n Nonprofit leaders are expected to do more with l ess while managing increasing community needs\, st affing issues\, funding uncertainties\, and the em otional weight of mission-driven work. Amid these pressures\, it's easy to feel isolated or overwhel med.  \n \n \n \n This interactive session reassur es leaders that they are not alone. It offers a pr actical\, hopeful approach to sustainable leadersh ip through reflection\, conversation\, and practic al tools. Attendees will learn how self-awareness\ , relational intelligence\, and clear agreements c an build trust\, accountability\, and team strengt h\, even in tough times. Join us and leave feeling more connected\, energized\, and ready to lead wi th clarity\, purpose\, and resilience. \n \n \n \n This session is designed for anyone responsible f or supporting people\, culture\, or team performan ce within a nonprofit organization. \n \n \n \n 1C - Do More With Less: A Practical Digital Marketin g Playbook for Nonprofits\n \n Presented by: Anna Madill\, Founder & CEO and Megan Kenealy\, Senior Digital Specialist\, Avenue Agency (https://www.av enueagency.com/)\n \n \n \n Small nonprofit teams  juggle a lot\, and digital marketing can quickly f eel overwhelming. This session offers practical\, budget-friendly strategies to help marketers focus  on what works\, spend less time guessing\, and de vote more energy to their mission. Join Anna Madil l\, CEO and Founder\, and Megan Kenealy\, Senior D igital Specialist at Avenue – a B Corp and 1% for the Planet digital marketing agency – for actionab le ideas to strengthen your digital presence and m aximize your impact. \n \n \n \n In this session\, attendees will learn how to: \n \n \n \n \n Prio ritize digital marketing efforts that make the big gest difference \n Create content efficiently wit h limited time and resources  \n Write SEO- and A I-friendly copy that boosts online visibility  \n Reach donors\, volunteers\, and grantmakers alrea dy searching for causes like yours \n \n \n Attend ees will participate in an interactive Q&A with Av enue's digital marketing experts. Bring all your q uestions! \n \n \n \n [/accordion-item]\n \n \n \n [accordion-item title="Breakout Session 2" info=" 11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. "]\n \n \n \n Session titl es\, descriptions\, and speakers will be posted as soon as they are confirmed.\n \n \n \n 2B - Fundr aising During Uncertainty\n \n Presented by: Cassi MacQueen\, Executive Director\, Deschutes Childre n's Foundation\n \n \n \n Nonprofits are navigatin g a difficult landscape in which community needs c ontinue to rise while funding\, donor behavior\, a nd economic conditions are increasingly unpredicta ble. This session explores how organizations can s trengthen donor trust\, communicate challenges hon estly without creating panic\, and build stewardsh ip practices rooted in transparency and relationsh ips. Participants will discuss practical strategie s for communicating impact\, connecting operations to mission\, and building fundraising approaches that feel steady\, authentic\, and sustainable dur ing uncertain times. \n \n \n \n Key Learning Area s: \n \n \n \n \n Donor trust during instability  \n Communicating urgency without panic \n Stewar dship systems \n Operations as fundraising \n Co llaborative storytelling \n \n \n Intended Audienc e: \n \n Executive Directors\, development staff\, fundraising professionals\, board members\, commu nications staff\, and nonprofit leaders responsibl e for donor engagement and organizational sustaina bility. \n \n \n \n [/accordion-item]\n \n \n \n [ accordion-item title="Lunch" info="12:45 p.m. - 2: 00 p.m. "]\n \n \n \n Enjoy a buffet lunch\, inclu ded with your registration.\n \n \n \n [/accordion -item]\n \n \n \n [accordion-item title="Breakout Session 3: Extended-session Workshops" info="2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. "]\n \n \n \n Session titles\, de scriptions\, and speakers will be posted as soon a s they are confirmed.\n \n \n \n 3A - Getting to W hat Matters: A Fresh Approach to Evaluating and Co mmunicating Your Impact\n \n Presented by: Steve P atty\, Consultant & Founder\, Dialogues In Action\ n \n \n \n Nonprofits are under increasing pressur e to demonstrate impact\, yet the most meaningful  changes in people's lives and communities are ofte n the hardest to measure. How can organizations mo ve beyond counting activities and outputs to bette r understand\, evaluate\, and communicate what tru ly matters? \n \n \n \n In this interactive worksh op\, participants will gain a fresh approach to im pact evaluation that helps organizations capture d eeper\, transformational change while strengthenin g learning\, engagement\, and accountability. Draw ing on insights from hundreds of nonprofits\, part icipants will explore innovative evaluation practi ces\, discover how AI can support the analysis of qualitative data without losing important human co ntext\, and learn ways to make evaluation more mea ningful for both staff and program participants. \ n \n \n \n Attendees will leave with practical too ls and new perspectives for gathering evidence of impact\, communicating outcomes more effectively\, and creating evaluation processes that are both c redible and generative. \n \n \n \n 3C - Stop Writ ing "Grant Voice": How to Sound More Human\, More Strategic\, and More Fundable\n \n Presented by: S usan Taylor\, Founder & CEO\, The Grant Lab\n \n \ n \n Too many grant proposals sound like they were written by a committee\, a thesaurus\, or even a robot. In an era of AI-generated content and revie wer fatigue\, the organizations that stand out are not always those with the biggest budgets or the most polished language – but those that communicat e clearly\, authentically\, and strategically. \n \n \n \n This interactive workshop explores the di fference between effective grant writing and “gran t voice\,” the jargon-heavy\, overly formal style that can hide impact and weaken storytelling. Thro ugh real examples and hands-on exercises\, partici pants will learn how to write proposals that sound more human while remaining professional\, persuas ive\, and fundable. \n \n \n \n We will also exami ne the role of AI in grant writing\, including whe re it can support the process and where human insi ght still matters most. Participants will leave wi th practical strategies to improve clarity\, stren gthen reviewer-focused narratives\, incorporate st orytelling without losing credibility\, and commun icate organizational impact with authenticity and precision. \n \n \n \n This intermediate-level wor kshop is intended for those who have written grant s before and want to strengthen the clarity and ef fectiveness of their proposals. \n \n \n \n [/acco rdion-item]\n \n \n \n [accordion-item title="Clos ing Plenary" info="4:10 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. "]\n \n \ n \n Closing plenary details will be added soon.\n \n \n \n [/accordion-item]\n \n \n \n [accordion- item title="Conference Reception" info="4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. "]\n \n \n \n Join your fellow confere nce attendees for a reception. This is your opport unity to relax and kick back with hors d'oeuvres\, a cold beverage\, and good conversation. Details to follow!\n \n \n \n [/accordion-item]\n \n \n \n [/accordion]\n \n \n \n [accordion title="Supplem ental Event Information"]\n \n \n \n [accordion-it em title="Featured Exhibitors"]\n \n \n \n Attende es will have the opportunity to connect with sever al exhibitors offering resources and services rele vant to nonprofit organizations. We encourage you to visit their tables throughout the day!\n \n \n \n \n Amalgamated Bank (https://www.amalgamatedba nk.com/)\n Amplify HR\n Soleil Solutions (https: //www.linkedin.com/in/Camille-Soleilhttps://www.li nkedin.com/in/Camille-Soleil)\n Uncommon Evaluati on (https://uncommonevaluation.com/)\n \n \n [/acc ordion-item]\n \n \n \n [accordion-item title="Spo nsorship Opportunities"]\n \n \n \n Interested in Sponsoring?\n \n Learn how your organization can s upport the High Desert Nonprofit Conference and co nnect with nonprofit leaders from across the regio n. Please fill out our interest form (https://form s.monday.com/forms/6f3fc7c56fbdb6371fa48f3cf6b25c8 6?r=use1) or reach out to Jennifer Monegan\, Direc tor of Membership\, Development and Communications \, at jmonegan@nonprofitoregon.org (mailto:jmonega n@nonprofitoregon.org?subject=NIC%202026%20Sponsor ship).\n \n \n \n [/accordion-item]\n \n \n \n [ac cordion-item title="Cancellations and Refunds Poli cy"]\n \n \n \n \n Refunds: Refunds (minus a 25% handling charge) are available for the conference until Thursday\, September 3\, 2026. Cancellations received after this time frame will not be refund ed. Email training@nonprofitoregon.org (mailto:tra ining@nonprofitoregon.org) to request a refund.\n Substitutions: If you’d like to transfer your eve nt registration to another individual\, please ema il a request to training@nonprofitoregon.org (mail to:training@nonprofitoregon.org). We cannot apply your payment to a future training event.\n No Sho ws: If you are unable to attend the conference and have not cancelled in advance\, your payment will not be refunded. \n If NAO Cancels an Event: We reserve the right to cancel any event or substitut e presenters if needed. If we cancel an event\, we will contact all registrants and offer a full ref und.\n View NAO's refund\, privacy\, media\, and accommodations policies (http://nonprofitoregon.or g/nao-policies/).\n \n \n [/accordion-item]\n \n \ n \n [/accordion]\n \n \n \n [sponsors title="Conf erence Sponsors" description="][/sponsors]\n \n CATEGORIES:Conference CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T083000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T180000 LOCATION:Eagle Crest Resort\n 1522 Cline Falls Rd.\n Redmon d\, OR 97756\n ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Association of Oregon":mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org URL:https://nonprofitoregon.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=5862 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_5892_3d06661f0111b2e1f5e67fd07e9fafae@nonprofitoregon.org SUMMARY:Lane County Resource Roundup - Florence X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

      Join&nb sp\;us in Florence for the \;Lane County Nonpr ofit Resource Roundup\, \;created to welcome&n bsp\;nonprofit staff and volunteers with \;the latest \;information \;on \;funding o pportunities \;and \;helpful \;tools t o secure and manage grant funding effectively.&nbs p\;

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      Part 1: Funders Pa nel Discussion \;

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      Connec t with multiple \;Oregon-based funders as they share their current funding priorities\, applicat ion processes\, and \;insights \;for succe ssful proposals. \;Attendees will have the opp ortunity to engage directly with funders\, ask que stions\, and \;better understand \;how to align their work with funder interests and expecta tions. \;The \;list of \;funders \ ;will be added soon! \;

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      P art 2: Grants Huddle: Real Talk on Grant Budgets\, Basics\, and Beyond

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      After&n bsp\;the panel\, join a one-hour interactive sessi on to explore the grant process in greater depth.& nbsp\;Bring your questions and gain practical insi ghts into the grants \;process\, including&nbs p\;organizational readiness\, funder alignment\,&n bsp\;budgeting\, \;application strategies\, an d grant \;reporting. \;

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      Whethe r \;you're \;new to grant writing or looki ng to sharpen your skills\, this event offers valu able insights and practical guidance to help your organization thrive. \; \;

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      Cost

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      No cost to partic ipate\, but registration is required.

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      [sponsors title="Event Funders" description="Thank you for supporting this event!"]  \; \; & nbsp\;The Ford Family Foundation Logo \;/>\;/>\; \;&nb sp\;  \; />\; [/sponsors]

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      DESCRIPTION:Join us in Florence for the Lane County Nonprofit Resource Roundup\, created to welcome nonprofit st aff and volunteers with the latest information on  funding opportunities and helpful tools to secure and manage grant funding effectively. \n \n \n \n This event is made possible by support from The Fo rd Family Foundation. \n \n \n \n Session Agenda:\ n \n \n \n Registration begins/Networking: 11:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\n Lunch: 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m . (Lunch will be provided)\n Funders Panel: 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.\n Workshop: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p. m.\n \n \n Part 1: Funders Panel Discussion \n \n \n Connect with multiple Oregon-based funders as t hey share their current funding priorities\, appli cation processes\, and insights for successful pro posals. Attendees will have the opportunity to eng age directly with funders\, ask questions\, and be tter understand how to align their work with funde r interests and expectations. The list of funders  will be added soon! \n \n \n \n Part 2: Grants Hud dle: Real Talk on Grant Budgets\, Basics\, and Bey ond\n \n \n After the panel\, join a one-hour inte ractive session to explore the grant process in gr eater depth. Bring your questions and gain practic al insights into the grants process\, including or ganizational readiness\, funder alignment\, budget ing\, application strategies\, and grant reporting . \n \n \n \n Whether you're new to grant writing or looking to sharpen your skills\, this event off ers valuable insights and practical guidance to he lp your organization thrive.  \n \n \n \n Cost\n \ n \n No cost to participate\, but registration is required.\n \n \n \n [sponsors title="Event Funder s" description="Thank you for supporting this even t!"]      />/>     /> [/sponsors]\n \n \n \n  \n \ n CATEGORIES:Convening CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261006T114500 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261006T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261006T150000 LOCATION:Florence Event Center\n 715 Quince Street\n Floren ce\, OR 97439\n ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Association of Oregon":mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org URL:https://nonprofitoregon.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=5892 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_5784_3d06661f0111b2e1f5e67fd07e9fafae@nonprofitoregon.org SUMMARY:Not-for-Profit Essentials: Financial Reporting for Endowments and Net Assets X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

      Join us \, Wednesday\, October 7\, 2026\, for Clark Nuber’ s Not-for-Profit Essentials Series: Financial Repo rting for Endowments and Net Assets. Master the ar t of financial reporting for net assets and endowm ents. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or ju st starting out\, this session makes complex conce pts easy and engaging.
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      \n In this we binar\, you’ll learn how to account for and track net assets with and without donor restrictions. We ’ll share insider tips on the best ways to manage and utilize these assets effectively. Additionally \, you’ll gain a clear understanding of the essent ial disclosure requirements related to endowment f unds\, ensuring your reporting is both compliant a nd transparent.
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      \n Why attend? You’l l benefit from expert insights as industry profess ionals share their knowledge and experience. Engag e in lively case studies and polls to deepen your understanding and see what other professionals are doing. You will walk away with practical strategi es you can implement immediately.
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      \n Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your finan cial reporting skills and ensure your endowment fu nds are managed with excellence.

      DESCRIPTION:Join us\, Wednesday\, October 7\, 2026\, for Clark Nuber’s Not-for-Profit Essentials Series: Financi al Reporting for Endowments and Net Assets. Master the art of financial reporting for net assets and endowments. Whether you’re a seasoned professiona l or just starting out\, this session makes comple x concepts easy and engaging.\n \n \n \n In this w ebinar\, you’ll learn how to account for and track net assets with and without donor restrictions. W e’ll share insider tips on the best ways to manage and utilize these assets effectively. Additionall y\, you’ll gain a clear understanding of the essen tial disclosure requirements related to endowment funds\, ensuring your reporting is both compliant and transparent.\n \n \n \n Why attend? You’ll ben efit from expert insights as industry professional s share their knowledge and experience. Engage in lively case studies and polls to deepen your under standing and see what other professionals are doin g. You will walk away with practical strategies yo u can implement immediately.\n \n \n \n Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your financial report ing skills and ensure your endowment funds are man aged with excellence.\n \n CATEGORIES:Webinar CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T090000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T110000 LOCATION:Online Event\n ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Association of Oregon":mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org URL:https://nonprofitoregon.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=5784 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_5838_3d06661f0111b2e1f5e67fd07e9fafae@nonprofitoregon.org SUMMARY:Bink-A-Thon Blanket Making Event X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

      We are meeting to spend 6 hours making blankets for local area children and teens who are victims of violen t crimes. A Bink-A-Thon is an event where a large group gathers for one day to make as many blankets as possible. There are stations set up for sewing \, pinning\, tying the blankets off with yarn\, pa inting squares (younger children love this part)\, and just organizing the fabric. Bring your machin e or bring your scissors. We'll have coffee to kic k it off\, and lunch. ALL ages are welcome. GREAT for team building\, community building\, reconnect ing!

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      It can be a crazy day of potlucks \, sewn fingers\, spilled coffee\, a lot of laughs \, and a ton of binkies!

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      Last year’s B ink-A-Thon (BAT) involved 14 states and produced o ver 2500 blankets within 6 hours. Money was raised to help offset costs for each chapter – batting\, yarn\, postage stamps\, and printing of promotion al materials to gain more volunteers.

      DESCRIPTION:We are meeting to spend 6 hours making blankets fo r local area children and teens who are victims of violent crimes. A Bink-A-Thon is an event where a large group gathers for one day to make as many b lankets as possible. There are stations set up for sewing\, pinning\, tying the blankets off with ya rn\, painting squares (younger children love this part)\, and just organizing the fabric. Bring your machine or bring your scissors. We'll have coffee to kick it off\, and lunch. ALL ages are welcome. GREAT for team building\, community building\, re connecting!\n \n \n \n It can be a crazy day of po tlucks\, sewn fingers\, spilled coffee\, a lot of laughs\, and a ton of binkies!\n \n \n \n Last yea r’s Bink-A-Thon (BAT) involved 14 states and produ ced over 2500 blankets within 6 hours. Money was r aised to help offset costs for each chapter – batt ing\, yarn\, postage stamps\, and printing of prom otional materials to gain more volunteers.\n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T090000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T150000 LOCATION:Holy Trinity Catholic Church\n 13715 SW Walker Rd\ n Beaverton\, OR 97005\n ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Association of Oregon":mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org URL:https://nonprofitoregon.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=5838 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_5864_3d06661f0111b2e1f5e67fd07e9fafae@nonprofitoregon.org SUMMARY:Nonprofit Impact Conference 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

      Join us on October 26 &\; 27 for the second annual Non profit Impact Conference\, \;proudly supported by our title sponsor\, OnPoint Community Credit U nion. Centered on the theme of \;Insig ht\, Innovation &\; Impact\, this two- day event brings more than 500 nonprofit leaders f rom across the Pacific Northwest to Portland. A mi x of expert-led seminars\, workshops\, panel discu ssions\, and networking activities will help atten dees build capacity and develop the critical skill s needed for nonprofit leadership today. \;

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      Breakout sessions offer a deep dive into (1) key trends and issues in the sector to develo p new \;insights\; (2) the id eas\, tools\, and practices that spur \;innovation \;and help with problem- solving\; and (3) how nonprofits can make a measur able \;impact \;and build organizational resilience. \;Executive/direct or-level leaders\, program staff\, team leaders\, fundraisers\, and others interested in professiona l development are encouraged to attend.

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      Registering someone else or multiple people? We're offering 10% off b ulk registration (minimum four people). Contact training@nonprofitoregon.org< /a> for assistance.

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      Want to be th e first to know when registration opens? Sign up v ia our Conference Notification Form.
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      Check in at the registration table\, enjoy a continental breakfast\, and connect with new and familiar colleagues.

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      Session title s\, descriptions\, and speakers will be posted as soon as they are confirmed.

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      1A - Impact: \;Making Decisions When You Don't Have All t he Facts
      \n Presented by: Anna Young \, \;Principal\, Anna Young Consulting

      \n \n < p>Nonprofit leaders \;often feel frozen and av oid making decisions \;in \;highly volatil e and unpredictable \;environments\, \;whi ch has knock-on negative consequences for impact a nd team morale. \;This workshop provides frame works to understand \;(a) when (and when not) to make decisions \;and \;(b) how to make the best decision \;possible when key facts ar e unknown. Participants will apply these \;mod els to real-life \;examples\, and there will b e space for \;peer coaching and group support.  \;

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      Participants will walk away wi th: \; \;

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      • Enhanced un derstanding of how to make decisions in times of u ncertainty and how to overcome our mental barriers that put us in \;freeze \;mode. \;\n
      • Frameworks and tools they can start usin g straight away and share with their teams. \;
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      • First steps towards solving real-life challenges they are bringing into the room. \ ;
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      Session 1A form at: \;Seminar \;

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      Target audience: \;This session is targeted at leaders and board members w ho \;are responsible for \;making mission- critical decisions. \; \;

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      1B - Insight: \;Forms for the Win! Updating forms & amp\; surveys to make them work for you \;
      \n Presented by: Corey Newhouse\, \ ;Founder and Principal\, Public Profit

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      Nonpr ofits use forms and surveys \;nearly every&nbs p\;day\, and for good \;reason. They are an ef ficient way to gather lots of types of information that nonprofits need to do their work well\,  \;yet \;nonprofits can face unexpected challen ges when it comes to forms and surveys: \;

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      Fortunately\, th ere are a handful of tactics you can use to make f orms and surveys more effective. In this session\, attendees will \;learn \;four key skills to apply to their forms and surveys \;and will get hands-on practice with support from a profess ional program evaluator. \;Please bring a lapt op or tablet to this session! \;

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      < strong>Learning \;Objectives \;\n Attendees will learn how to:

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        Session 1B format: \;Seminar \;

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        Target audience: \;Professionals who  \;are responsible for \;fielding and anal yzing forms and surveys. \;Ideal for program s taff\, fundraisers\, and others wanting \;more experience with \;this topic. \;

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        Helpful prior experience:&nbs p\;Creating forms/surveys\, using Excel o r Google Sheets to create figures and tables.  \;

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        Enjoy a buffet lunch\, inc luded with your registration.

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        2A - Impact: \; Building Capacity Through Partnerships: Practical Evaluation Strategies for Growing Community-led No nprofits
        \n Presented by: Leialoha K aʻula\, Executive Director\, and Lexie Jackson\,&n bsp\;Kaiāulu Research &\; Development Director\ , \;Ka ʻAha Lāhui O ʻOlekona

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        2B - Insight:  \;Respond\, Don’t React: What Leaders Get Wro ng in High-Stakes Conversations
        \n P resented by: Bess Goggins\, \;CEO &\; Presi dent\, \;YMCA of Columbia-Willamette

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        Hard conversations come with the job. Staff confli ct\, board tension\, community concerns\, equity c onversations—these moments shape how people experi ence your leadership. Despite knowing the basics o f good communication\, even experienced leaders ca n move too fast in high-stakes moments. We explain \, defend\, try to fix things on the spot\, or som etimes we shut down. The result is often a gap bet ween our intent and our impact\, which can erode t rust and create more confusion.  \;

        \n \n < p>This session starts with that reality. We will l ook at why reactivity shows up and how it affects team culture\, decision-making\, and relationships . From there\, participants will learn an effectiv e\, four-step approach for tense conversations: pa use\, reflect\, validate\, and build. While many c ommunication techniques exist\, this session focus es on using a clear\, repeatable practice in situa tions where leaders are most likely to abandon it.  \;

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        Through discussions and role-p laying exercises\, participants will work through real scenarios they are facing right now. The goal is not perfect communication. The goal is to resp ond with intention\, reduce harm\, and move conver sations forward to build trust and strengthen team s.

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        Parti cipants will: \;

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        Session 2B \;format: \;Seminar& nbsp\;

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        Target \;audience:&nb sp\;Executive directors\, senior leadership\, peop le making tough calls\, board chairs/members\, exe cutive assistants\, and \;others \;seeking tools to navigate tense conversations. \;

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        Join your fellow conference attendees fo r a reception. \;This is your opportunity to r elax and kick back with hors d'oeuvres\, a cold be verage\, and good conversation.

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        Enjoy a continental breakfast and grab some coffee in preparation for Day 2!

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        [accordion -item title="Morning Plenary" info="9:15 a.m. - 10 :00 a.m."]

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        Join us in the Grand Ballro om for a special plenary session.

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        Session titl es\, descriptions\, and speakers will be posted as soon as they are confirmed.

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        4A - Impact: \;Get Your Financial House in Order
        \n Presented by: \;Erin Zollenkopf\, CE O\, Susan M atlack Jones &\; Associates

        \n \n < p>Confidence in \;financial management \;d oesn't \;come from working harder or worrying more. It comes from having the right infrastructur e in place: the right people around you\, technolo gy that \;actually works\, controls that prote ct your organization\, and a clear plan for long-t erm sustainability. \; \;

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        This session takes a full-systems \;approach to no nprofit \;financial management. We'll work thr ough four interconnected areas: (1) the people and roles that need to be in place for sound financia l oversight\; \;(2) the technology and tools — including accounting software and AI — that suppo rt good financial management\; \;(3) the inter nal controls every nonprofit needs and how to make sure people actually follow them\; \;and (4) the financial practices that build long-term organ izational sustainability. \;

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        Learning Outcomes: \;

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        • Identify \;the people\, roles\, and r elationships needed for sound \;financial mana gement—and evaluate how your own organization  \;measures up. \;Know \;what \;to expe ct from your finance staff and contractors\, board treasurer\, and finance committee.
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        • As sess whether your accounting software and technolo gy tools are doing what you need them to do. Under stand where AI \;can genuinely help (and where it \;can’t) \;with \;nonprofit \; financial management \;today.
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        • Name the internal controls your organization needs\,&n bsp\;build a plan for ensuring \;they're \ ;followed\, and connect your financial infrastruct ure to long-term organizational sustainability.\n
        • Walk away with concrete action steps for the next \;30 days. \;
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        Target audience: \;Thi s session is geared toward executive directors and senior leaders who carry \;financial responsi bility \;for their organization — whether they feel well-supported or like \;they're \;l argely \;going \;it \;alone. \;

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        Application Pr ocess: \;A limited number of scholarships (about 45 total) will be available for NAO members and non-members. Scholarships are limited to one (1) per organization. Submit your request by the \;priority consideration deadline of Friday\, July 17. \;Ap plicants who meet the priority consideration deadl ine will receive a decision by Friday\, July 31. R equests received after the priority deadline will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Scholarship awarde es are expected to complete their registration wit hin seven days of approval\, or their spot may be given to another applicant.

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        The schola rship request form is brief and should take no lon ger than 10 minutes to complete. You will be asked to share about your organization\, who would rece ive the scholarship\, and your financial need in a few sentences.

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        Scholarship Criteria: Priori ty is given to organizations that are NAO members\ , apply by the priority deadline\, demonstrate fin ancial need (based on annual organization budget a nd/or recent financial hardship)\, and did not rec eive a scholarship last year.

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        NAO has secured courtesy discount rates at the Holid ay Inn Portland \;for October 26-30. Pleas e refer to your event confirmation email for instr uctions on how to redeem this discount. We encourage you to make your reservation ASAP\, as the courtesy rates are based on availability\, and no guest rooms are being held. While sta ying at the hotel\, guests have access to a number of amenities such as the \;fitness and busine ss centers\, EV charging\, Wi-Fi\, the onsite rest aurant and bar\, and more. For information on addi tional lodging options\, food\, and activities\, c heck out \;T ravel Portland.

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        Room rates :

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        • Standard Room (two queen beds): $159/night plus taxes and fees
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        • Electric ve hicle charging stations are located in the hotel's parking lot.
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        • The hotel is accessible by TriMet bus line 6. Plan your trip on TriMet's website.
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        We are thrilled to welcome exhibitors to th e Nonprofit Impact Conference. Make sure to stop b y their tables! \;

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        We are always excited to partner with sponsors to bring impactf ul learning opportunities to the nonprofit sector!

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        Do you want to learn more about spons orship opportunities at the Nonprofit Impact Confe rence? Please reach out to \; Jennifer Monegan\, Director of Membership\, Develo pment and Communications\, at jmonegan@nonprofitoregon.org.

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        • Refunds: Refunds (m inus a 25% handling charge) are available for the conference until Thursday\, October 15\, 2 026. \;Cancellations received after t his time frame will not be refunded. Email \;< a href="mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org">train ing@nonprofitoregon.org \;to request a ref und.
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        • Substitutions: I f you’d like to transfer your event registration t o another individual\, please email a request to < a href="mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org">train ing@nonprofitoregon.org. We cannot apply your payment to a future training event.
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        • No Shows: If you are unable to atte nd the conference and have not cancelled in advanc e\, your payment will not be refunded. \;
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        • If NAO Cancels an Event: We reserve the right to cancel any event or substi tute presenters if needed. If we cancel an event\, we will \;contact all registrants and offer a full refund.
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        Title Sponsor

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        OnPoint Community Credit Union logo
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        [sponsors title="Confer ence Sponsors" description="] MJ Murdock Charitable Trust Logo Meyer Memorial Trust Logo The Ford Family F oundation Logo M arie Lamfrom Logo The Roundh ouse Foundation Logo Pacific Uni versity Logo Beneficial State BankNonprofit Professionals Logo Amalgamated Bank Logo [/sponsors]

        DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 26 & 27 for the second annual N onprofit Impact Conference\, proudly supported by our title sponsor\, OnPoint Community Credit Union . Centered on the theme of Insight\, Innovation & Impact\, this two-day event brings more than 500 n onprofit leaders from across the Pacific Northwest to Portland. A mix of expert-led seminars\, works hops\, panel discussions\, and networking activiti es will help attendees build capacity and develop the critical skills needed for nonprofit leadershi p today. \n \n \n \n Breakout sessions offer a dee p dive into (1) key trends and issues in the secto r to develop new insights\; (2) the ideas\, tools\ , and practices that spur innovation and help with problem-solving\; and (3) how nonprofits can make a measurable impact and build organizational resi lience. Executive/director-level leaders\, program staff\, team leaders\, fundraisers\, and others i nterested in professional development are encourag ed to attend.\n \n \n \n Session descriptions\, pr esenter bios\, and scholarship info will be availa ble soon – please check back!\n \n \n \n Early Bir d Pricing\n \n \n \n NAO Members: $375\n Non-mem bers: $475\n \n \n Registering someone else or mul tiple people? We're offering 10% off bulk registra tion (minimum four people). Contact training@nonpr ofitoregon.org (mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.or g?subject=NIC%20registration) for assistance.\n \n \n \n Want to be the first to know when registrat ion opens? Sign up via our Conference Notification Form (https://nonprofitoregon.org/conference-noti fication-form/).\n \n  \n \n \n [accordion title=" October 26: Day 1 Agenda"]\n \n \n \n [accordion-i tem title="Doors Open" info="8:00 a.m."]\n \n \n \ n Check in at the registration table\, enjoy a con tinental breakfast\, and connect with new and fami liar colleagues.\n \n \n \n [/accordion-item]\n \n \n \n [accordion-item title="Welcome & Opening Ke ynote" info="9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. "]\n \n \n \n Keynote speaker will be announced soon.\n \n \n \n [/accordion-item]\n \n \n \n [accordion-item titl e="Breakout Session 1" info="10:35 a.m. - 12:05 p. m. "]\n \n \n \n Session titles\, descriptions\, a nd speakers will be posted as soon as they are con firmed.\n \n \n \n 1A - Impact: Making Decisions W hen You Don't Have All the Facts\n \n Presented by : Anna Young\, Principal\, Anna Young Consulting\n \n \n \n Nonprofit leaders often feel frozen and avoid making decisions in highly volatile and unpr edictable environments\, which has knock-on negati ve consequences for impact and team morale. This w orkshop provides frameworks to understand (a) when (and when not) to make decisions and (b) how to m ake the best decision possible when key facts are unknown. Participants will apply these models to r eal-life examples\, and there will be space for pe er coaching and group support. \n \n \n \n Partici pants will walk away with:  \n \n \n \n \n Enhanc ed understanding of how to make decisions in times of uncertainty and how to overcome our mental bar riers that put us in freeze mode. \n Frameworks a nd tools they can start using straight away and sh are with their teams. \n First steps towards solv ing real-life challenges they are bringing into th e room. \n \n \n Session 1A format: Seminar \n \n \n \n Target audience: This session is targeted at leaders and board members who are responsible for  making mission-critical decisions.  \n \n \n \n 1 B - Insight: Forms for the Win! Updating forms & s urveys to make them work for you \n \n Presented b y: Corey Newhouse\, Founder and Principal\, Public Profit (https://www.publicprofit.net)\n \n \n \n Nonprofits use forms and surveys nearly every day\ , and for good reason. They are an efficient way t o gather lots of types of information that nonprof its need to do their work well\, yet nonprofits ca n face unexpected challenges when it comes to form s and surveys: \n \n \n \n \n Receiving responses that take lots of time to analyze. \n Making sen se of responses that don’t seem relevant to the qu estion. \n Getting incomplete responses. \n Not getting the answers needed for important reports.  \n \n \n Fortunately\, there are a handful of tact ics you can use to make forms and surveys more eff ective. In this session\, attendees will learn fou r key skills to apply to their forms and surveys a nd will get hands-on practice with support from a professional program evaluator. Please bring a lap top or tablet to this session! \n \n \n \n Learnin g Objectives \n \n Attendees will learn how to:\n \n \n \n \n Organize forms and surveys thematical ly.\n Choose between open-ended and close-ended q uestions.\n Reduce bias in survey questions and f orms.\n Structure surveys and forms to make analy sis easier. \n \n \n Session 1B format: Seminar \n \n \n \n Target audience: Professionals who are r esponsible for fielding and analyzing forms and su rveys. Ideal for program staff\, fundraisers\, and others wanting more experience with this topic. \ n \n \n \n Helpful prior experience: Creating form s/surveys\, using Excel or Google Sheets to create figures and tables. \n \n \n \n [/accordion-item] \n \n \n \n [accordion-item title="Lunch" info="12 :05 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. "]\n \n \n \n Enjoy a buffet lunch\, included with your registration.\n \n \n \ n [/accordion-item]\n \n \n \n [accordion-item tit le="Breakout Session 2" info="1:20 p.m. - 2:50 p.m . "]\n \n \n \n Session titles\, descriptions\, an d speakers will be posted as soon as they are conf irmed.\n \n \n \n 2A - Impact: Building Capacity T hrough Partnerships: Practical Evaluation Strategi es for Growing Community-led Nonprofits\n \n Prese nted by: Leialoha Kaʻula\, Executive Director\, an d Lexie Jackson\, Kaiāulu Research & Development D irector\, Ka ʻAha Lāhui O ʻOlekona\n \n \n \n 2B - Insight: Respond\, Don’t React: What Leaders Get Wrong in High-Stakes Conversations\n \n Presented by: Bess Goggins\, CEO & President\, YMCA of Colum bia-Willamette\n \n \n \n Hard conversations come with the job. Staff conflict\, board tension\, com munity concerns\, equity conversations—these momen ts shape how people experience your leadership. De spite knowing the basics of good communication\, e ven experienced leaders can move too fast in high- stakes moments. We explain\, defend\, try to fix t hings on the spot\, or sometimes we shut down. The result is often a gap between our intent and our impact\, which can erode trust and create more con fusion.  \n \n \n \n This session starts with that reality. We will look at why reactivity shows up and how it affects team culture\, decision-making\ , and relationships. From there\, participants wil l learn an effective\, four-step approach for tens e conversations: pause\, reflect\, validate\, and build. While many communication techniques exist\, this session focuses on using a clear\, repeatabl e practice in situations where leaders are most li kely to abandon it. \n \n \n \n Through discussion s and role-playing exercises\, participants will w ork through real scenarios they are facing right n ow. The goal is not perfect communication. The goa l is to respond with intention\, reduce harm\, and move conversations forward to build trust and str engthen teams.\n \n \n \n Participants will: \n \n \n \n \n Recognize how reactivity shows up in th eir leadership and its impact on trust and team cu lture.\n Practice a clear\, four-step approach to navigating difficult conversations that acknowled ges people while still addressing issues directly. \n Identify a real conversation where they will a pply this approach immediately \n \n \n Session 2B  format: Seminar \n \n \n \n Target audience: Exec utive directors\, senior leadership\, people makin g tough calls\, board chairs/members\, executive a ssistants\, and others seeking tools to navigate t ense conversations. \n \n \n \n [/accordion-item]\ n \n \n \n [accordion-item title="Breakout Session 3" info="3:10 p.m. - 4:25 p.m. "]\n \n \n \n Sess ion titles\, descriptions\, and speakers will be p osted as soon as they are confirmed.\n \n \n \n [/ accordion-item]\n \n \n \n [accordion-item title=" Conference Reception" info="4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. "]\n \n \n \n Join your fellow conference attendee s for a reception. This is your opportunity to rel ax and kick back with hors d'oeuvres\, a cold beve rage\, and good conversation.\n \n \n \n [/accordi on-item]\n \n \n \n [/accordion]\n \n \n \n [accor dion title="October 27: Day 2 Agenda"]\n \n \n \n [accordion-item title="Doors Open" info="8:30 a.m. "]\n \n \n \n Enjoy a continental breakfast and gr ab some coffee in preparation for Day 2!\n \n \n \ n [/accordion-item]\n \n \n \n [accordion-item tit le="Morning Plenary" info="9:15 a.m. - 10:00 a.m." ]\n \n \n \n Join us in the Grand Ballroom for a s pecial plenary session.\n \n \n \n [/accordion-ite m]\n \n \n \n [accordion-item title="Breakout Sess ion 4: Intensive Workshops" info="10:20 a.m. - 12: 50 p.m."]\n \n \n \n Session titles\, descriptions \, and speakers will be posted as soon as they are confirmed.\n \n \n \n 4A - Impact: Get Your Finan cial House in Order\n \n Presented by: Erin Zollen kopf\, CEO\, Susan Matlack Jones & Associates\n \n \n \n Confidence in financial management doesn't  come from working harder or worrying more. It come s from having the right infrastructure in place: t he right people around you\, technology that actua lly works\, controls that protect your organizatio n\, and a clear plan for long-term sustainability.   \n \n \n \n This session takes a full-systems ap proach to nonprofit financial management. We'll wo rk through four interconnected areas: (1) the peop le and roles that need to be in place for sound fi nancial oversight\; (2) the technology and tools — including accounting software and AI — that suppo rt good financial management\; (3) the internal co ntrols every nonprofit needs and how to make sure people actually follow them\; and (4) the financia l practices that build long-term organizational su stainability. \n \n \n \n Learning Outcomes: \n \n \n \n \n Identify the people\, roles\, and relat ionships needed for sound financial management—and evaluate how your own organization measures up. K now what to expect from your finance staff and con tractors\, board treasurer\, and finance committee .\n Assess whether your accounting software and t echnology tools are doing what you need them to do . Understand where AI can genuinely help (and wher e it can’t) with nonprofit financial management to day.\n Name the internal controls your organizati on needs\, build a plan for ensuring they're follo wed\, and connect your financial infrastructure to long-term organizational sustainability.\n Walk away with concrete action steps for the next 30 da ys. \n \n \n Target audience: This session is gear ed toward executive directors and senior leaders w ho carry financial responsibility for their organi zation — whether they feel well-supported or like  they're largely going it alone. \n \n \n \n [/acco rdion-item]\n \n \n \n [/accordion]\n \n \n \n [ac cordion title="Supplemental Event Information"]\n \n \n \n [accordion-item title="Scholarships"]\n \ n \n \n Application Process: A limited number of s cholarships (about 45 total) will be available for NAO members and non-members. Scholarships are lim ited to one (1) per organization. Submit your requ est by the priority consideration deadline of Frid ay\, July 17. Applicants who meet the priority con sideration deadline will receive a decision by Fri day\, July 31. Requests received after the priorit y deadline will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Sc holarship awardees are expected to complete their registration within seven days of approval\, or th eir spot may be given to another applicant.\n \n \ n \n The scholarship request form is brief and sho uld take no longer than 10 minutes to complete. Yo u will be asked to share about your organization\, who would receive the scholarship\, and your fina ncial need in a few sentences.\n \n \n \n Scholars hip Prices:\n \n \n \n \n Member Scholarship Pric e: $375 $250\n Non-member Scholarship Price: $475  $375\n \n \n Scholarship Criteria: Priority is gi ven to organizations that are NAO members\, apply by the priority deadline\, demonstrate financial n eed (based on annual organization budget and/or re cent financial hardship)\, and did not receive a s cholarship last year.\n \n \n \n [/accordion-item] \n \n \n \n [accordion-item title="Lodging"]\n \n \n \n NAO has secured courtesy discount rates at t he Holiday Inn Portland (https://www.ihg.com/holid ayinn/hotels/us/en/portland/pdxhv/hoteldetail) for October 26-30. Please refer to your event confirm ation email for instructions on how to redeem this discount. We encourage you to make your reservati on ASAP\, as the courtesy rates are based on avail ability\, and no guest rooms are being held. While staying at the hotel\, guests have access to a nu mber of amenities such as the fitness and business centers\, EV charging\, Wi-Fi\, the onsite restau rant and bar\, and more. For information on additi onal lodging options\, food\, and activities\, che ck out Travel Portland (https://www.travelportland .com/).\n \n \n \n Room rates:\n \n \n \n \n Stan dard Room (two queen beds): $159/night plus taxes and fees\n Premium Room (two queen beds or one ki ng bed): $169/night plus taxes and fees\n \n \n [/ accordion-item]\n \n \n \n [accordion-item title=" Transportation & Parking"]\n \n \n \n \n Free par king is available at the hotel for conference atte ndees.\n Electric vehicle charging stations are l ocated in the hotel's parking lot.\n The hotel is accessible by TriMet bus line 6. Plan your trip o n TriMet's website (https://trimet.org/home/).\n \ n \n [/accordion-item]\n \n \n \n [accordion-item title="Conference Exhibitors"]\n \n \n \n We are t hrilled to welcome exhibitors to the Nonprofit Imp act Conference. Make sure to stop by their tables!  \n \n \n \n \n Amalgamated Bank (https://www.ama lgamatedbank.com/)\n Amplify HR (https://www.ampl ifyhr.com/)\n Beneficial State Bank (https://www. beneficialstatebank.com/)\n Bloom Grant Consultin g (https://www.bloomgrant.consulting/)\n Dolly Pa rton Imagination Library (https://imaginationlibra ry.com/oregon/)\n Ernest L. Tomkiewicz\, CPA (htt ps://eltcpa.com/)\n First Interstate Bank (https: //www.firstinterstatebank.com/)\n Nonprofit Profe ssionals Now (https://npprofessionals.com) and A t o Z Staffing (https://atoz-staffing.com/)\n Nonst op Health (https://www.nonstophealth.com)\n OnPoi nt Community Credit Union (https://www.onpointcu.c om/)\n Pacific University (https://www.pacificu.e du)\n Spitzer Technology Consulting (https://spit zertech.net/)\n Susan Matlack Jones & Associates (https://www.smjones.com/)\n \n \n [/accordion-ite m]\n \n \n \n [accordion-item title="Sponsorship O pportunities"]\n \n \n \n We are always excited to partner with sponsors to bring impactful learning opportunities to the nonprofit sector!\n \n \n \n Do you want to learn more about sponsorship oppor tunities at the Nonprofit Impact Conference? Pleas e reach out to Jennifer Monegan\, Director of Memb ership\, Development and Communications\, at jmone gan@nonprofitoregon.org (mailto:jmonegan@nonprofit oregon.org?subject=NIC%202026%20Sponsorship).\n \n \n \n [/accordion-item]\n \n \n \n [accordion-ite m title="Cancellations and Refunds Policy"]\n \n \ n \n \n Refunds: Refunds (minus a 25% handling ch arge) are available for the conference until Thurs day\, October 15\, 2026. Cancellations received af ter this time frame will not be refunded. Email tr aining@nonprofitoregon.org (mailto:training@nonpro fitoregon.org) to request a refund.\n Substitutio ns: If you’d like to transfer your event registrat ion to another individual\, please email a request to training@nonprofitoregon.org (mailto:training@ nonprofitoregon.org). We cannot apply your payment to a future training event.\n No Shows: If you a re unable to attend the conference and have not ca ncelled in advance\, your payment will not be refu nded. \n If NAO Cancels an Event: We reserve the right to cancel any event or substitute presenters if needed. If we cancel an event\, we will contac t all registrants and offer a full refund.\n View  NAO's refund\, privacy\, media\, and accommodatio ns policies (http://nonprofitoregon.org/nao-polici es/).\n \n \n [/accordion-item]\n \n \n \n [/accor dion]\n \n \n \n Title Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [sponsors tit le="Conference Sponsors" description="] [ /sponsors]\n \n CATEGORIES:Conference CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261026T080000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261026T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T125000 LOCATION:Holiday Inn Portland - Columbia Riverfront\n 909 N Hayden Island Dr\n Portland\, OR 97217\n ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Association of Oregon":mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org URL:https://nonprofitoregon.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=5864 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_5816_3d06661f0111b2e1f5e67fd07e9fafae@nonprofitoregon.org SUMMARY:HR Annie Engagement Series: A Conversation About R ecognition\, Rewards\, & Retention X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

        Join us for the third session of our Engagement Series: A Conversation About Recognition\, Rewards\, and Re tention!
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        \n Start the evening with a cocktail or mocktail\, enjoy a few bites\, and mingle for the first 30 minutes. Then\, we’ll dive into a gam e-changing conversation about the positive\, lasti ng impact of valuing one another in the workplace. Hear from peers about how they're planning and ex ecuting recognition programs that tie directly to retention\, innovation\, and connection!
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        \n Becau se owners\, operators\, people leaders\, and HR pr ofessionals need to fill their cups of inspiration and community from time to time. Our Engagement S eries brings together industry leaders and peers f or connection and meaningful conversations on toda y’s most pressing workplace topics.

        DESCRIPTION:Join us for the third session of our Engagement Se ries: A Conversation About Recognition\, Rewards\, and Retention!\n \n \n \n What to Expect:\n \n St art the evening with a cocktail or mocktail\, enjo y a few bites\, and mingle for the first 30 minute s. Then\, we’ll dive into a game-changing conversa tion about the positive\, lasting impact of valuin g one another in the workplace. Hear from peers ab out how they're planning and executing recognition programs that tie directly to retention\, innovat ion\, and connection!\n \n \n \n Why Attend?\n \n Because owners\, operators\, people leaders\, and HR professionals need to fill their cups of inspir ation and community from time to time. Our Engagem ent Series brings together industry leaders and pe ers for connection and meaningful conversations on today’s most pressing workplace topics.\n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T163000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T180000 LOCATION:HR Annie Office\n 633 SE Clay St\n Portland\, OR 9 7214\n ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Association of Oregon":mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org URL:https://nonprofitoregon.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=5816 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_5785_3d06661f0111b2e1f5e67fd07e9fafae@nonprofitoregon.org SUMMARY:Not-for-Profit Essentials: Related Party Transacti ons & Compensation X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

        Certain transactions involving related entities and indiv iduals must be disclosed in the footnotes of an or ganization’s financial statements. In this session \, we will guide you through best practices for id entifying potential related party disclosures\, de termining when a transaction needs to be reported\ , and understanding when an organization’s financi al statements must be consolidated with another en tity.
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        \n Additionally\, as the Form 990 is publicly accessible\, it includes compensat ion details for your organization’s top officials and employees. We will cover the different categor ies of individuals who must be listed on the retur n\, the types of compensation that need to be repo rted\, and other disclosures that may be required each year. We will also address the types of relat ed party transactions that should be disclosed\, a nd when such transactions could pose potential iss ues for the organization.

        DESCRIPTION:Certain transactions involving related entities an d individuals must be disclosed in the footnotes o f an organization’s financial statements. In this session\, we will guide you through best practices for identifying potential related party disclosur es\, determining when a transaction needs to be re ported\, and understanding when an organization’s financial statements must be consolidated with ano ther entity.\n \n \n \n Additionally\, as the Form 990 is publicly accessible\, it includes compensa tion details for your organization’s top officials and employees. We will cover the different catego ries of individuals who must be listed on the retu rn\, the types of compensation that need to be rep orted\, and other disclosures that may be required each year. We will also address the types of rela ted party transactions that should be disclosed\, and when such transactions could pose potential is sues for the organization.\n \n CATEGORIES:Webinar CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T090000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T110000 LOCATION:Online Event\n ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Association of Oregon":mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org URL:https://nonprofitoregon.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=5785 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_5786_3d06661f0111b2e1f5e67fd07e9fafae@nonprofitoregon.org SUMMARY:Not-for-Profit Essentials: Occupational Fraud & In ternal Control Case Studies X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

        This wi ll be an insightful and practical class designed s pecifically for accounting professionals and leade rs in the not-for-profit sector. This course delve s into the critical issues of occupational fraud a nd the essential internal controls needed to prote ct your organization.
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        DESCRIPTION:This will be an insightful and practical class des igned specifically for accounting professionals an d leaders in the not-for-profit sector. This cours e delves into the critical issues of occupational fraud and the essential internal controls needed t o protect your organization.\n \n \n \n Key Topics Covered:\n \n \n \n \n Understanding the types a nd impact of occupational fraud in not-for-profits \n Identifying red flags and vulnerabilities with in your organization\n Implementing effective int ernal controls to prevent and detect fraud\n Case studies and real-world examples of fraud preventi on\n Best practices for fostering an ethical orga nizational culture\n Equip yourself with the know ledge and tools to safeguard your organization’s i ntegrity and financial health. Take a proactive st ep towards a fraud-free future!\n CATEGORIES:Webinar CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261209T090000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261209T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261209T110000 LOCATION:Online Event\n ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Association of Oregon":mailto:training@nonprofitoregon.org URL:https://nonprofitoregon.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=5786 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR