Join us for this five-week course for boards to dig deep on nonprofit financial best practices, help them avoid pitfalls and permit them toJoin us for this five-week course for executive directors to dig deep on nonprofit financial best practices, help them avoid pitfalls, and permit them to make a strong overall contribution to the organization they serve.Target audience:• Core: Nonprofit Executive Directors and CEOs• Secondary: Nonprofit staff and board members o 90% of the content should have universal appealo When we do breakout rooms, let’s keep the two groups separate so people can have peers they relate to moreFormat:• Zoom or equivalent• Once per week for five weeks• 75-90 minutes each time, including a brief break about halfway through• Mix of presentations, Q&A, and small group activities (using breakout rooms)Week 1: Core roles and duties • Executive Director Role• Financial Staffo Hiringo Firingo Fraud triangleo Preventing burnout/resentments/fraudo Current hiring and retention challenges• Board Roleo Legal requirements of all board members (quoting TX law)o Treasurer roleo Chair’s roleo Finance Committee role • Legal liability • Horror stories • D&O InsuranceWeek 2: Money and Your Relationship with Board and Staff – getting it right• Executive Director with staff o Accounting and […]

What Is Happening, What Can We Expect from the Federal Government, & What Can We Do?Learn about the policy and advocacy trends affecting the 2025 landscape and how to advance nonprofit priorities through all three branches and all three levels of government in this webinar with Tiffany Gourley Carter, Public Policy Director and Counsel at the National Council of Nonprofits. This National Council of Nonprofits briefing is brought to you by the collaborative efforts of I Live Here I Give Here, Mission Capital, and Nonprofit Austin.Facilitated by Tiffany GourleyTiffany Gourley Carter is the Public Policy Director and Counsel at the National Council of Nonprofits and works to advance the public policy priorities for the nation’s largest network of nonprofits. Working in all three levels of government and all three branches of government, she tracks and spots trends of policy threats and opportunities for nonprofits. Tiffany covers a broad range of issue areas, including taxation, budget and spending, employment, government grants and contracts, advocacy rights, and regulations.Prior to joining the Council of Nonprofits in 2016, Tiffany worked with a state association of nonprofits at the Hawai`i Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations, nonprofit law enforcement at the Hawai`i Office of the Attorney General, […]

Join us for a variety of discussions on how AI can be harnessed in the nonprofit sector.AI is reshaping the nonprofit sector—are you ready to harness its power for greater impact? Join Nonprofit Austin @ ACC and The Public Service Desk for an exclusive forum on Artificial Intelligence for Nonprofits, where industry leaders will explore how AI can enhance effectiveness, drive innovation, and create better outcomes for those we serve.🔥 Why Attend?✅ Learn from top AI and nonprofit experts✅ Gain actionable insights on AI trends & best practices✅ Engage with a panel of thought leaders & practitioners✅ Connect with TechSoup leadership and explore new resources✅ Enjoy a FREE working lunch while networking🎤 Featured Speakers & Sessions💡 “Racing the Future: How and Why Nonprofits Must Engage with AI Today”Bryon Jacob, CTO & Co-founder, data.world📊 “Trends and Uses of AI Among Nonprofits: Lessons Learned”Marnie Webb, CEO, TechSoup🎙️ Panel Discussion: “Getting Engaged with AI: Examples and Discussion”Featuring:Shaista Keating, VP, at TechSoupWillie Adams, Executive Director, Public Service DeskBryon Jacob, CTO & Co-founder, data.worldModerator: Barry Silverberg, Executive Director, Nonprofit Austin @ ACC🤝 Supported By:TechSoup, Mission Capital, Association of Fundraising Professionals (Austin Chapter), Center for Government & Civic Service at ACC, ACM Student Chapter at ACC, […]

Learn about workable strategies and explore resources to assist you in assessing your current volunteer program.The COVID pandemic forced changes big and small in our society, and with it, a new picture of community service and volunteerism has emerged. This new vision is characterized by changes in who volunteers and how we find and engage them.In this fast-paced session, you’ll learn about workable strategies and explore resources to assist you in assessing your current volunteer program. This 1.5-hour virtual or in person session course includes multiple handouts, resources and opportunities for group discussion and individual work. Participants will be asked to take a short survey on volunteer program readiness at least two days prior to the class. Topics covered:• State of volunteer engagement• Changing priorities• Time & role diversity• Strengthening organizational capacity with skills-based volunteers.______________________________________________________________________________________________________About the presenter:Wendy Biro-Pollard is a Certified Volunteer Administration (CVA) and BoardSource Governance Consultant. She has conducted webinars, keynotes, workshops, and retreats for individuals in the public-private sector, for national and international associations, corporate and community foundations, and faith-based and governmental agencies.Wendy directed the Volunteer Center of Austin and healthcare volunteer programs at large hospitals in Austin and San Antonio. She has served on several national […]

Nonprofit practices that are neurodivergent-affirming. Led by Yes And Brain creator, Lacy Alana.Creating Neurodivergent-Affirming Workplaces: A Three-Part SeriesThis three-part workshop series equips attendees with essential knowledge, deep self-reflection opportunities, and practical tools to build truly neurodivergent-affirming workplaces. Each session builds upon the last, guiding participants from foundational awareness to actionable change within their organizations.This series is designed for leaders, managers, HR professionals, DEI practitioners, service providers, and employees who want to create inclusive workspaces where neurodivergent individuals can thrive—whether as colleagues, employees, or clients.Through this series, participants will not only understand neurodivergence more deeply but also learn clear, practical strategies to implement in their organizations. This workshop is about actionable change—helping workplaces shift from accommodation-based approaches to proactively affirming all employees and clients.This isn’t just about being "inclusive"—it’s about building workplaces where everyone - regardless of neurotype - can thrive, contribute fully, and be valued for who they are. Walk away with new skills, frameworks, and tools to make the workplace more supportive for everyone - not just those who are neurodivergent.Session 1: Understanding Neurodivergence & Challenging Internal BiasesLaying the Groundwork for Neurodivergent InclusionThe first session provides a strong foundation in understanding neurodivergence, exploring biases, and recognizing the impact of […]

Nonprofit practices that are neurodivergent-affirming. Led by Yes And Brain creator, Lacy Alana.Creating Neurodivergent-Affirming Workplaces: A Three-Part SeriesThis three-part workshop series equips attendees with essential knowledge, deep self-reflection opportunities, and practical tools to build truly neurodivergent-affirming workplaces. Each session builds upon the last, guiding participants from foundational awareness to actionable change within their organizations.This series is designed for leaders, managers, HR professionals, DEI practitioners, service providers, and employees who want to create inclusive workspaces where neurodivergent individuals can thrive—whether as colleagues, employees, or clients.Through this series, participants will not only understand neurodivergence more deeply but also learn clear, practical strategies to implement in their organizations. This workshop is about actionable change—helping workplaces shift from accommodation-based approaches to proactively affirming all employees and clients.This isn’t just about being "inclusive"—it’s about building workplaces where everyone - regardless of neurotype - can thrive, contribute fully, and be valued for who they are. Walk away with new skills, frameworks, and tools to make the workplace more supportive for everyone - not just those who are neurodivergent.Session 1: Understanding Neurodivergence & Challenging Internal BiasesLaying the Groundwork for Neurodivergent InclusionThe first session provides a strong foundation in understanding neurodivergence, exploring biases, and recognizing the impact of […]

Nonprofit practices that are neurodivergent-affirming. Led by Yes And Brain creator, Lacy Alana.Creating Neurodivergent-Affirming Workplaces: A Three-Part SeriesThis three-part workshop series equips attendees with essential knowledge, deep self-reflection opportunities, and practical tools to build truly neurodivergent-affirming workplaces. Each session builds upon the last, guiding participants from foundational awareness to actionable change within their organizations.This series is designed for leaders, managers, HR professionals, DEI practitioners, service providers, and employees who want to create inclusive workspaces where neurodivergent individuals can thrive—whether as colleagues, employees, or clients.Through this series, participants will not only understand neurodivergence more deeply but also learn clear, practical strategies to implement in their organizations. This workshop is about actionable change—helping workplaces shift from accommodation-based approaches to proactively affirming all employees and clients.This isn’t just about being "inclusive"—it’s about building workplaces where everyone - regardless of neurotype - can thrive, contribute fully, and be valued for who they are. Walk away with new skills, frameworks, and tools to make the workplace more supportive for everyone - not just those who are neurodivergent.Session 1: Understanding Neurodivergence & Challenging Internal BiasesLaying the Groundwork for Neurodivergent InclusionThe first session provides a strong foundation in understanding neurodivergence, exploring biases, and recognizing the impact of […]