It’s a Summit round-up! Nonprofits across Texas recognize the value in bringing together partners at the regional level to spark collaboration and innovation. This fall, join one of these local convenings to build your network and spark inspiration for your work strengthening Texas communities!
WEST TEXAS
Service and Leadership Symposium
Tuesday, September 10
Lubbock
Presented by Volunteer Center of Lubbock
Are you driven to make a positive impact? Join us at the Service and Leadership Symposium to connect, learn, and lead. Perfect for individuals, businesses, and student organizations, this event provides invaluable insights, inspiration, and the chance to make meaningful connections.
Keynote
- Phil Hansen, Multimedia Artist & Speaker
CENTRAL TEXAS
Summit 2024
Tuesday, September 17
Boerne
Presented by Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country
The Hill Country’s premiere educational event for nonprofit professionals is coming this fall. Summit 2024 will feature a keynote speaker, panel discussions, and six sessions. This year’s conference theme is DIY for Good: Strategies for Nonprofits.
Keynote
- Self-Made Success: The Dos and Don’ts of Nonprofit DIY, Darla Marburger
NORTH TEXAS
North Texas Nonprofit Summit
Friday, September 27
Hurst
Presented by North Texas Nonprofit Institute
The Summit features the release of a comprehensive state of nonprofits and philanthropy report for North Texas, highlights trends in foundation grantmaking, and includes breakout sessions featuring topics such as accounting, marketing, fundraising, cyber security, and more! A must-attend event for nonprofit leaders, philanthropists, community advocates, policymakers, and anyone interested in making a positive difference in North Texas.
Keynote
- 2024 North Texas State of Nonprofits and Philanthropy, Colton Strawser
- Uncharitable: Escaping the Nonprofit Prison and Pursuing Your Most Daring and Audacious Dream for Impact, Dan Pallotta
EAST TEXAS
Nonprofit Summit
Friday, October 11
Tyler
Presented by East Texas Center for Nonprofits at United Way of Smith County and The University of Texas at Tyler
Are you ready to take your nonprofit to the next level? The Nonprofit Summit is the premier event for nonprofit leaders, advocates, and changemakers who are passionate about making a lasting impact in their communities. This full-day event includes lunch and features insightful breakout sessions, dynamic panel discussions, and a keynote address from Rachel Muir! You’ll learn valuable strategies, network with peers, and discover innovative approaches to tackling today’s nonprofit challenges. Whether you’re a seasoned nonprofit professional or just starting, this summit offers something for everyone.
Keynote
- The Future of Fundraising, Rachel Muir
SOUTH TEXAS
RGV Nonprofit Summit
Wednesday, October 30
Harlingen
Presented by The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and OneStar
The 2024 RGV Nonprofit Summit, co-hosted by the UTRGV Nonprofit Resource Center and OneStar, will facilitate learning, foster networking, and encourage collaboration within the nonprofit sector in the Rio Grande Valley. Our conference theme, Threads of Transformation: Weaving Nonprofits for Impact, aims to equip attendees with capacity-building strategies and foster meaningful partnerships within the RGV nonprofit community.
Keynote
- Sabrina Walker Hernandez, Supporting World Hope
- Chris Bugbee, OneStar
GULF COAST
Power Tools for Nonprofits Conference
Wednesday, November 20
Houston
Presented by CenterPoint Energy and United Way of Greater Houston
The Power Tools for Nonprofits Conference brings together experts from various fields to share their knowledge in fund development, best practices, human resources, management strategies, marketing/public relations, organizational effectiveness, leadership, professional/career development and more. Conference sessions are designed for helping to sustain the viability of nonprofits in tough economic climate & challenging times; improving participants’ effectiveness professionally and personally through education & available resources; creating opportunities for networking and collaboration; increasing staff and volunteer morale, productivity and creativity; and inspiring, motivating and energizing participants’ potential as they strive for excellence.
Keynote
- Conscious Change, Jean Latting, Leading Consciously
- Be the Unicorn, William Vanderboemen, Vanderbloeman Search Group
Ready to connect at the statewide level?
The 2025 Texas Nonprofit Summit, held February 24-26 in Austin, offers valuable opportunities for nonprofit changemakers of all backgrounds to learn, network, and collaborate with others from across the state. This information-packed conference will inspire and equip you with relevant insights that you can apply to strengthen and reimagine your work. And don’t miss our Texas Nonprofit Strong Day at the Capitol 一 a chance to take action and champion the nonprofit sector to state leaders!
This year, we invite you to join us in Navigating New Horizons Together. As we face an evolving landscape of unprecedented changes and challenges, the Texas Nonprofit Summit is a pivotal opportunity for community leaders to chart a unified path forward. As a new era dawns, nonprofits serve as the compass to guide our collective journey toward a brighter, more connected future for Texas.