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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/2026-10-28/
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CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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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/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261014T120000
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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/2026-10-14/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261007T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261007T130000
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/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260930T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260930T130000
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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/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260924T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260924T120000
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SUMMARY:Top Employment & Personnel Policies for Nonprofit Employers
DESCRIPTION:This live Q&A session is offered by BlueAvocado. \nRegister \nSeptember 24\, 2026\n11:00 a.m. \nOperating a mission-driven organization introduces unique compliance and cultural needs\, particularly when considering volunteers\, donors\, and public accountability. Nonprofit employers are subject to the same state and federal labor laws as for-profit businesses.\n\nThe expert panelist will help you understand what policies will assist in defending your nonprofit from catastrophic legal\, financial\, and reputational damage. Topics covered will include:\n\nFoundational Legal & Compliance Policies\nSector-Specific Nonprofit Policies\nModern Operational & Digital Policies\nCompensation & Leave Benefits
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/top-employment-personnel-policies-for-nonprofit-employers/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260923T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260923T130000
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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/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260923T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260923T110000
DTSTAMP:20260825T185214Z
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SUMMARY:AI Meet-up: AI Slop or Not? And Do You Care?
DESCRIPTION:This free\, online meet-up is offered by nonprofit\, AI for Community. \nWednesday\, September 23\, 2026\n10-11 a.m. \nRegister \nCan you tell if something was written by AI? Detectors say yes. They’re often wrong\, and getting worse as people pick up AI’s vocabulary and rhythms. We’ll walk through what these tools can and can’t do\, look at fake images too\, then break into small groups to talk about what you’re seeing.
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/ai-meet-up-ai-slop-or-not-and-do-you-care/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260917T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260917T133000
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SUMMARY:Board Ready Training
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in bringing your talents and lived experience into the nonprofit board room? \nBoard Ready is a supportive training on board essentials to help you feel energized and prepared to serve on a nonprofit board of directors. Attend this interactive\, online presentation to gain a basic understanding of how to be successful in this role. Offered by the Center for Nonprofit Excellence (CNE) of the Community Foundation for Monterey County. \nRegister \n\n$25 per person\nBeginners or those with some prior nonprofit board experience are welcome. Intended for those based in the Monterey Bay area.\nLeadership Monterey County Alumni\, LEAD Institute Alumni and Community Builders partners are especially encouraged to participate.\n\nThose who successfully complete Board Ready will be invited to attend a future BoardConnect\, an in-person reception with local nonprofit organizations to explore working together. Details to be announced.
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/board-ready-training-2/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Featured Events/Home,Main CFMC Calendar,Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260916T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260916T130000
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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/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260909T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260909T130000
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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/2026-09-09/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260902T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260902T130000
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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/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260819T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260819T130000
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/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260812T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260812T130000
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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:20260807T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260807T123000
DTSTAMP:20260729T223558Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260805T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260805T130000
DTSTAMP:20260811T224951Z
CREATED:20260729T163256Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260723T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260723T123000
DTSTAMP:20260702T172746Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T172746Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to fundraising planning
DESCRIPTION:This online training is offered by Candid. \nRegister \nThursday\, July 23\, 2026\, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. FREE\n \n\nDoes your organization need help directing its fundraising efforts? Planning focuses your organization by setting fundraising priorities and helps give staff and board members a roadmap to success. \nThis introductory class will provide you the basic steps for developing a fundraising plan\, including tips on: \n\nMaking your case for support\nDiversifying your organization’s fundraising base\nCreating a plan of action\n\n\nQualifies for 1.5 CFRE point(s).
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/introduction-to-fundraising-planning-2/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260721T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260721T123000
DTSTAMP:20260702T172818Z
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SUMMARY:Building\, Managing and Using Nonprofit Reserves in 2026
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is offered by Nonprofit Financial Commons. \nTuesday\, July 21\n11:00 – 12:30 p.m. \nRegister \nParticipants will learn\, among other things: \n\nHow to think about your overall capital needs and where reserves fit into these\nHow reserves can differ (both in structure and purpose) from other forms of capital\, like endowments and liquid unrestricted net assets\nHow to determine the dollar amount you need for reserves and develop strategies for building (and maintaining) these reserves\nHow to develop board-approved policies that outline the roles and processes for managing\, using\, and replenishing reserves over time
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/building-managing-and-using-nonprofit-reserves-in-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260709T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260709T123000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Measuring Your Impact
DESCRIPTION:This online training is offered by Candid. \nThursday July 9\, 2026\, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. \nRegister \nYour nonprofit does great work\, but what is most important is the impact of that work. How do you demonstrate that your programs get results? An outcome-centric approach will lead to stronger program design and increased funding opportunities for your organization. In this introductory course for beginners\, learn the basics of shifting focus from your nonprofit’s activities to its outcomes. We will demystify the language of outcomes measurement and guide you through the process of creating logic models for programs.
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/introduction-to-measuring-your-impact-2/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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SUMMARY:Introduction to proposal writing
DESCRIPTION:This online training is offered by Candid. \nRegister \nThursday\, February 19\, 2026 11:00 am – 12:30 pm\, FREE \n\nAre you new to proposal writing or want a quick refresher? If so\, you don’t want to miss one of our most popular classes! \nThis class will provide you with an overview of how to write a standard project proposal to a foundation. It will include: \n\nThe basic elements of a proposal\nThe “do’s” and “don’ts” of writing and submitting a proposal\nHow to follow up whether the answer is yes or no\n30-minute hands-on exercise to develop a proposal outline (in-person classes only)\n\nUpon completion of this course\, you’ll be able to: \n\nUnderstand how to write a standard project proposal to a foundation.\nKnow how and when to follow up with funders after submitting a proposal.\n\nLooking for sample proposals?\n\nOur Sample Documents gallery has samples of actual winning proposals recommended by grantmakers.\n\nFor more on proposal budgets\, see our free class\, Introduction to Project Budgets. \n\nQualifies for 1.5 CFRE point(s)
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/introduction-to-proposal-writing-3/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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SUMMARY:Finance Intensive for Nonprofit Boards and Executive Teams
DESCRIPTION:This three-part series is offered by Nonprofit Financial Commons. \nRegister \n$525-1\,095 \n\n\nBy the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nEngage confidently in financial discussions—even without deep financial expertise\nUnderstand their organization’s financial runway\, reserves\, and risk posture\nDistinguish nonprofit financial realities from for-profit assumptions\nUse financial data to frame strategic decisions and tradeoffs\nAlign board and staff roles in moments of financial stress\nTell a clear\, credible financial story to support decision-making and sustainability\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Structure\n\n\n\n\nThree live\, interactive sessions of 90 minutes each\n\n\n\n\n\nFebruary 17 | 11:00-12:30 PM PST\nFebruary 19 | 11:00-12:30 PM PST\nFebruary 25 | 11:00-12:30 PM PST\n\nSpace is intentionally limited to allow for meaningful interaction and individualized attention. \nPre-reading materials will be provided prior to the course.
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/finance-intensive-for-nonprofit-boards-and-executive-teams/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260123T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260123T120000
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SUMMARY:2026 CFMC Grant Overview + Presentation from Candid
DESCRIPTION:Grant seekers are invited to learn about our updated grant opportunities in 2026\, specifically Impact\, Organizational Development and Board Empowerment. \n\nFriday\, January 23\, 2026 – Attend one session or both\nGrant Information Session 10-11 a.m.\nCandid Presentation 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.\n\nCandid will introduce you to its tools and resources to help you effectively raise funds\, learn from peers\, and tell your organization’s story.  Learn how to update your nonprofit’s Candid profile\, how to collect demographic data and the benefits included with earning a Gold Seal of transparency. Nonprofits that earn a Candid Seal of Transparency earn\, on average\, 62% more in contributed revenue.\n\n\nOnline – Zoom link will be shared after registering.\nRegister\n\nWho Should Attend? Grant writers and others responsible for grant application/report forms. If you are unable to attend\, the presentation materials will be accessible on our website.
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/2026-cfmc-grant-overview-presentation-from-candid/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Featured Events/Home,Information Sessions,Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260122T084500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260122T144500
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SUMMARY:TPO/Littler Annual Employment Law & Leadership Conference
DESCRIPTION:This conference is offered by TPO. Visit their website for full details and to register. \nCost TPO Members attend FREE* as part of Annual Membership! *enter “Member” into discount code (case sensitive) to receive TPO Member rate (membership will be verified)  \nTPO Members**: $249*** per additional TPO Member **charge for each additional TPO member above number authorized representatives listed on membership ***enter MemberADD into discount code (case sensitive) to receive TPO additional TPO Member rate (membership will be verified).  \nNon-Members: $399 per registrant
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/tpo-littler-annual-employment-law-leadership-conference-2/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260115T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260106T235511Z
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SUMMARY:Starting an Individual Donor Program for the First Time
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is offered by the Center for Nonprofit Excellence (CNE) of the Community Foundation for Monterey County. \nThursday\, January 15\, 2026 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.\n$20 per person – Zoom link provided after registration \nRegister \nStart the new year by exploring an individual donor program for your nonprofit. Join local fundraising expert\, Kate Mitchell Mehle\, for guidance on getting started – even if for the first time. \nAppropriate for nonprofit board members or staff. Together we will: \n\nConsider what steps are involved and potential benefits to your nonprofit of starting now.\nExplore the dynamics of Monterey County’s donor landscape.\nGet questions answered from a local fundraising expert.\nLearn about related training opportunities such as Fundamentals of Fundraising (AFP course that begins in February). Read more details.\n\nKate Mitchell Mehle\, CFRE\, serves on the Board of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Monterey Bay\, is a LEAD Institute Alum and a member of the CNE Advisor Circle.
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/starting-an-individual-donor-program-for-the-first-time/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Featured Events/Home,Main CFMC Calendar,Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251203T093000
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SUMMARY:Designing Your Nonprofit Accounting System
DESCRIPTION:This training is offered by CompassPoint. \nRegister \nThis workshop is designed for all nonprofit staff (executive leadership\, finance\, program\, and development) and committee members who use and share organizational financial data. Organization and program leaders will learn to articulate and advocate for accounting systems that provide accurate information for making strategic decisions and telling the story of your work. Finance staff will learn ways to ensure that your accounting systems match and mirror the organization’s mission and program purposes. \nThis session outlines how to… \n\nidentify the way your organization most naturally describes its work and create meaningful financial reports to mirror that structure\,\nenvision how to better communicate financial information\, to your board\, your staff\, the public\, and funders.
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/designing-your-nonprofit-accounting-system/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED - Finding Organizational Efficiency through Deeper Partnerships or Consolidation
DESCRIPTION:To allow for greater panel participation\, we are postponing this workshop until 2026. New date TBA. \nThis workshop is offered by the Center for Nonprofit Excellence (CNE) of the Community Foundation for Monterey County. \nTuesday\, November 18\, 2025\nNoon – 1:30 p.m.\nZoom\, $20 per person \nJoin facilitator Kate Mitchell Mehle to learn about local examples of nonprofit organizations that have forged creative partnerships or embarked on paths to consolidation. Appropriate for nonprofit board members or staff. \nPanelists include Monterey Symphony’s President and CEO\, Nicola Reilly as well as local attorneys\, Virginia Howard and Danny Little. Each will provide their unique perspective and experience with organizational consolidations. \n\nGain an understanding of the potential for program health\, vitality and efficiencies.\nAppreciate technical steps and possible pitfalls involved.\nConnect with additional resources to guide your nonprofit’s efforts.\n\n$20 per person – Zoom link provided after registration \n 
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/finding-organizational-efficiency-through-deeper-partnerships-and-consolidation/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Main CFMC Calendar,Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Liquidity and Cash Flow
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is offered by Nonprofit Financial Commons. \nRegister \nIn this session\, you will learn: \n\nWhen and how to get your board involved in the monitoring of cash flow and conversations around risk tolerance.\nHow to assess your liquidity needs and understand how much unrestricted cash runway is necessary.\nHow to build a practical cash flow projection and management system for continued monitoring.\nWhat a cash flow dashboard should include.\nSuggestions on best practices for managing cash flow through tight times\, including considerations of debt.
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/nonprofit-liquidity-and-cash-flow/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251107T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251107T140000
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SUMMARY:Board Ready Training
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in bringing your talents and lived experience into the nonprofit board room? \nBoard Ready is a supportive training on board essentials to help you feel energized and prepared to serve on a nonprofit board of directors. Attend this interactive\, online presentation to gain a basic understanding of how to be successful in this role. Offered by the Center for Nonprofit Excellence (CNE) of the Community Foundation for Monterey County. \nRegister \n\n$25 per person\nBeginners or those with some prior nonprofit board experience are welcome. Intended for those based in the Monterey Bay area.\nLeadership Monterey County Alumni and LEAD Institute Alumni are especially encouraged to participate.\n\nThose who successfully complete Board Ready will be invited to attend 2026 BoardConnect\, an in-person reception with local nonprofit organizations to explore working together: Wednesday\, January 28\, 2026. Details to be announced.
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/board-ready-training/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Featured Events/Home,Main CFMC Calendar,Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251106T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251106T123000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Introduction to measuring your impact
DESCRIPTION:This online training is offered by Candid. \nRegister \n\nYour nonprofit does great work\, but what is most important is the impact of that work. How do you demonstrate that your programs get results? An outcome-centric approach will lead to stronger program design and increased funding opportunities for your organization. In this introductory course for beginners\, learn the basics of shifting focus from your nonprofit’s activities to its outcomes. We will demystify the language of outcomes measurement and guide you through the process of creating logic models for programs. \nThis course will prepare you to: \n\nDraft SMART objectives for a program\nIdentify the parts of a logic model\nReport the impact on your Candid profile\n\n\nQualifies for 1.5 CFRE point(s). \n 
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/webinar-introduction-to-measuring-your-impact-2/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251104T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251104T123000
DTSTAMP:20251015T232605Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to fundraising planning
DESCRIPTION:This online training is offered by Candid. \nRegister \n\nDoes your organization need help directing its fundraising efforts? Planning focuses your organization by setting fundraising priorities and helps give staff and board members a roadmap to success. \nThis introductory class will provide you the basic steps for developing a fundraising plan\, including tips on: \n\nMaking your case for support\nDiversifying your organization’s fundraising base\nCreating a plan of action\n\n\nQualifies for 1.5 CFRE point(s).
URL:https://cfmco.org/event/introduction-to-fundraising-planning-3/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online\, Virtual - Online\, CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops (CNE Calendar)
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