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SUMMARY:CFRE Exam Study Group (online)
DESCRIPTION:This group is offered by local representatives of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP). \nBecoming a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) is a powerful way to accelerate your career\, boost your earning potential\, and prove your mastery of ethical\, best-practice fundraising to employers and major donors. \nThose preparing to take the exam in late summer or fall 2026 are invited to join an online study group co-hosted by Sharon Papo of the Silicon Valley AFP Chapter and Steve McShane of the Monterey Bay AFP Chapter. \nWednesdays\n12pm – 1pm (Beginning July 8th) \nFor questions or to access the Zoom information\, contact Sharon at vpeducation@afpsv.org or Steve at stevem@tbrm.org or (831) 970-4141.
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/cfre-exam-study-group-online/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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SUMMARY:Nominations Due for National Philanthropy Day Awards
DESCRIPTION:This program is offered by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Monterey Bay Chapter. \nNational Philanthropy Day for the Central Coast is your chance to honor and recognize committed community members or organizations that have made significant contributions to your nonprofit or the community as a whole. The luncheon takes place in October 2026\, but the nomination process due dates are listed here. \nhttps://www.centralcoastnpd.org/nominate/ \nAugust 6 – Outstanding Philanthropic Impact Award nominations due \nSeptember 19 – Distinguished Agency Honoree nominations due
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/nominations-due-for-national-philanthropy-day-awards/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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SUMMARY:CNE Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:CNE Office Hours provide an easy way for Monterey County nonprofits to engage with CNE staff for guidance\, problem solving\, resources and referrals. Do you have a leadership question\, challenge\, or opportunity on your mind?\nUse this link to book the time that is most convenient for you to meet for up to one hour with CNE staff\, either virtually or in the Monterey Office.
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/cne-office-hours-40/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Featured Events/Home,Main CFMC Calendar,Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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SUMMARY:Training: Facilitating Community Alignment
DESCRIPTION:This training is offered by Facilitating Power. $40 \nRegister \nAugust 7\, 2026\n10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\nZoom \nThis workshop offers practical tools\, frameworks\, and facilitation approaches for building genuine consensus\, leaning into group tensions\, and developing shared analysis that supports alignment on shared solutions. Through examples and participatory practice\, we’ll demystify the process of consensus-building and strengthen our capacity to facilitate alignment that honors both unity and diversity. This workshop is part of Facilitating Power’s Popular Education workshop series.
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/training-facilitating-community-alignment/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260812T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260812T130000
DTSTAMP:20260811T224951Z
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SUMMARY:CFRE Exam Study Group (online)
DESCRIPTION:This group is offered by local representatives of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP). \nBecoming a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) is a powerful way to accelerate your career\, boost your earning potential\, and prove your mastery of ethical\, best-practice fundraising to employers and major donors. \nThose preparing to take the exam in late summer or fall 2026 are invited to join an online study group co-hosted by Sharon Papo of the Silicon Valley AFP Chapter and Steve McShane of the Monterey Bay AFP Chapter. \nWednesdays\n12pm – 1pm (Beginning July 8th) \nFor questions or to access the Zoom information\, contact Sharon at vpeducation@afpsv.org or Steve at stevem@tbrm.org or (831) 970-4141.
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/cfre-exam-study-group-online/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260813T090000
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SUMMARY:CNE Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:CNE Office Hours provide an easy way for Monterey County nonprofits to engage with CNE staff for guidance\, problem solving\, resources and referrals. Do you have a leadership question\, challenge\, or opportunity on your mind?\nUse this link to book the time that is most convenient for you to meet for up to one hour with CNE staff\, either virtually or in the Monterey Office.
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/cne-office-hours-41/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Featured Events/Home,Main CFMC Calendar,Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit AI and Fundraising
DESCRIPTION:This free webinar is offered as part of the Development Directors Roundtable of Santa Cruz County. \nRegister \nAugust 18\, 2026\n12 – 1:30 p.m. \nIn this webinar\, Indigo Skies Consulting will share practical ways nonprofits are using AI to improve fundraising\, strengthen donor communications\, streamline everyday tasks\, and support organizational growth. \nYou’ll leave with a clearer understanding of where AI can add value\, which tools are worth exploring\, and how to begin using them thoughtfully.
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/nonprofit-ai-and-fundraising/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260819T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260819T130000
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SUMMARY:CFRE Exam Study Group (online)
DESCRIPTION:This group is offered by local representatives of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP). \nBecoming a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) is a powerful way to accelerate your career\, boost your earning potential\, and prove your mastery of ethical\, best-practice fundraising to employers and major donors. \nThose preparing to take the exam in late summer or fall 2026 are invited to join an online study group co-hosted by Sharon Papo of the Silicon Valley AFP Chapter and Steve McShane of the Monterey Bay AFP Chapter. \nWednesdays\n12pm – 1pm (Beginning July 8th) \nFor questions or to access the Zoom information\, contact Sharon at vpeducation@afpsv.org or Steve at stevem@tbrm.org or (831) 970-4141.
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/cfre-exam-study-group-online/2026-08-19/
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SUMMARY:CNE Summer Schmooze
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Center for Nonprofit Excellence (CNE) for this free summer networking event for nonprofits. \n\nMingle and reconnect informally with other CNE participants and partners\,\nShare updates\, ideas and opportunities (like board service\, employment\, upcoming events\, etc.)\,\nFeel refreshed and appreciated for your important work.\n\nFriday\, August 21\, 2026\n3:30-5:00 p.m.\nCommunity Foundation for Monterey County\n2354 Garden Road\, Monterey \nRSVP by August 20
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/cne-summer-schmooze/
LOCATION:Community Foundation for Monterey County (Monterey Office)\, 2354 Garden Road\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940
CATEGORIES:Featured Events/Home,Main CFMC Calendar,Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260826T083000
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SUMMARY:AFP Fundraising Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is offered by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Monterey Bay Chapter. \nRegister \nFearless Fundraising with Sharon Papo &\nCommunity-Centric Fundraising (CCF) 101 with Nel Taylor \nJoin us to be inspired and learn from two incredible fundraisers! We are excited to offer this incredible opportunity and hope to see you there. \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, August 26th\nTime: 8:30 AM -12:00 PM\nLocation: Marina Library Community Room\nCost: $25 AFP Members\, $40 Nonmembers\n\n(Fee waived for first training for New AFP Members) \nSchedule: \n8:30 AM – 9:00 AM Breakfast & Networking \n9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Workshop
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/afp-fundraising-workshop/
LOCATION:Marina Library Community Room\, 190 Seaside Avenue\, Marina\, CA\, 93933\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260826T113000
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SUMMARY:Board Empowerment Program Convening
DESCRIPTION:Board Empowerment Program \nThis convening is for members of the 2026 Board Empowerment Program cohort only. Read more about the program. \n 
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/board-empowerment-program-convening/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Featured Events/Home,Main CFMC Calendar,Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260827T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260827T113000
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Advocacy Presentation
DESCRIPTION:This presentation is offered by the Community Foundation Santa Cruz County and Nonprofit Connection Santa Cruz County. \nRegister \nThursday\, August 27\, 2026\n9:00 – 11:30 AM\n7807 Soquel Drive\, Aptos\, 95003 \nSchedule:\n9:00 AM – Doors open\, networking & breakfast\n9:30 – 11:00 AM – Workshop\n11:00 – 11:30 AM – post-event networking \nAdvocacy is core to many nonprofit missions\, but navigating the rules can feel complex. This workshop offers practical guidance on how to advocate for your community and promote civic engagement while remaining nonpartisan and compliant. We’ll cover how nonprofits can engage voters\, share issue-based information responsibly\, and build understanding in the communities they serve. The guidance shared will extend well beyond any single election cycle\, supporting organizations as we navigate advocacy and civic engagement with clarity\, integrity\, and impact.
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/nonprofit-advocacy-presentation/
LOCATION:Community Foundation Santa Cruz County\, 7807 Soquel Drive\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260827T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260827T110000
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SUMMARY:LEAD Institute Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, August 27\, 2026 \n10-11:00 a.m.\nCommunity Foundation for Monterey County\n945 S. Main St.\, Suite 207\, Salinas\nLEAD Alum speaker: Colleen Beye (2025)\, ED of NAMI Monterey County \nRSVP \nFor more information\, please review all LEAD program details\, including application\, tuition\, dates and more: https://cfmco.org/center-for-nonprofit-excellence/lead-institute/ \nApplications for 2027 LEAD Institute are due by October 1\, 2026 at 5 p.m.
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/lead-institute-information-session-2/
LOCATION:Community Foundation for Monterey County (Salinas Office)\, 945 S. Main Street\, Suite 207\, Salinas\, CA\, 93901
CATEGORIES:Featured Events/Home,Information Sessions,Main CFMC Calendar,Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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