WHEN: Tuesday, August 5, 2025 from 8:00am – 2:00pm
WHERE: TrainND Northwest, 415 22nd Ave. NE, Williston, ND 58801
WHAT TO EXPECT: Hear from the experts how to successfully start and manage a nonprofit; learn some tricks of the trade to maximize your fundraising impact; and network with like-minded individuals to share best practices, trials, and triumphs to bring the nonprofit community of northwest ND together. Coffee and lunch will also be provided to help fuel your learning and connecting!
WHO SHOULD COME: Nonprofit founders, EDs/staff, and board members; potential founders; anyone who engages in fundraising
TOPICS
Plenary Sessions
OPENING: State of Nonprofit Fundraising: Where Are We Now?
Trends in nonprofit fundraising
Common challenges and opportunities
Legislative Update
PANEL: Demystifying Funders & Foundations: Ask the Experts Panel
Community foundation representatives and funders
What funders look for in nonprofits
Open Q&A
KEYNOTE: Fear-Free Fundraising
How to simplify fundraising and stop overcomplicating donor engagement
Q&A: Open Floor, Open Minds
Open dialogue between audience and speakers, panelists, and experts from the day
Breakout Session Options (choose two)
Nonprofit 101
What – and who – you need to get started!
Board & Leadership Development
How to engage your board in fundraising
The Grant Readiness Checklist
Essentials every nonprofit needs before applying for grants.
Telling Your Story for Impact
Using storytelling to boost fundraising
Other Details
Networking opportunities with peers and experts
Coffee and pastries provided
Lunch provided
Additional programming available to explore