Strategy for Nonprofit Organizations – Community Impact Workshop Series

Building a strong strategy is essential for nonprofit organizations seeking long-term growth and community impact. This workshop, led by Mark Terry of the Center for Economic Enterprise & Innovation (CEEI), will provide participants with practical tools and strategies for organizational planning, goal setting, and mission alignment.

Attendees will learn how to develop strategic approaches that strengthen programs, improve decision-making, and support sustainable nonprofit success. This session is ideal for nonprofit leaders, board members, staff, and community organizations looking to strengthen their organizational direction and effectiveness.

Date: July 9, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: First National Bank, Bastrop – Second Floor Conference Room

For more information or to register, contact Kirsten Kampeier at kirsten@bastropcares.org.

Outcome Driven Program Development – Community Impact Workshop Series

Join Bastrop County Cares for an engaging workshop focused on developing nonprofit programs that create measurable and meaningful community impact. Presented by Norma Mercado of Bastrop County Cares and Rene Gaitan of the University of Texas at Austin, this session will guide participants through strategies for designing programs with clear goals, measurable outcomes, and sustainable results.

Attendees will gain insight into program planning, evaluation, and community-centered approaches that help organizations better serve their populations and demonstrate effectiveness. This workshop is ideal for nonprofit professionals, program coordinators, and community leaders seeking to strengthen program development practices. Lunch will be provided for attendees.

Date: July 11, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Friendship Baptist Church

For more information or to register, contact Kirsten Kampeier at kirsten@bastropcares.org.

Leadership in Nonprofit Organizations – Community Impact Workshop Series

Strong leadership is essential to building successful and sustainable nonprofit organizations. This collaborative workshop, presented by Norma Mercado of Bastrop County Cares and Dr. Guajardo of Texas State University, will focus on leadership development, communication, organizational culture, and strategies for leading mission-driven teams effectively.

Participants will explore ways to strengthen their leadership approach while fostering growth, collaboration, and positive community impact within their organizations. Whether you are an emerging leader, executive director, program manager, or board member, this workshop offers valuable tools and insight to help elevate your leadership skills in the nonprofit sector. Lunch will be provided for attendees.

Date: June 6, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Friendship Baptist Church

Contact Kirsten Kampeier at kirsten@bastropcares.org for more information or to register.

CenterPoint Energy in partnership with The United Way of Greater Houston will host the 33rd annual renowned community conference, Power Tools for Nonprofits on November 18 at NRG Arena. This 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
• Inspiring, motivating and energizing participants’ potential as they strive for excellence
• CEUs are available for Social Work, Fundraisers, and general professional credits.

This conference has supported professional staff and volunteers from diverse organizations such as social service agencies, community organizations, faith-based groups, government, schools and other educational institutions, business and professional associations.

Gain a clearer understanding of today’s philanthropic landscape and what the latest giving trends could mean for your organization’s future.

Join us for a focused session on the Giving USA 2025 Report, where nationally recognized fundraising expert Dave Sternberg will break down the latest charitable giving data and explore the trends shaping the nonprofit sector. This session will examine what may be driving shifts in donor behavior, how organizations can better interpret the numbers behind the headlines, and what nonprofit leaders should be paying attention to moving forward.

Don’t miss this opportunity to better understand the realities of today’s fundraising environment and prepare your organization for what’s ahead. Connect with fellow nonprofit leaders and walk away with practical insights you can apply to your fundraising and strategic planning efforts right away. Mark your calendar and secure your spot today.

Join us for the 2026 AAFCS-Texas Affiliate Annual Conference — a dynamic collaboration between the American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences–Texas Affiliate and the Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers Association of Texas (FCSTAT).

This year’s theme, “Rooted Together and Rising Stronger,” celebrates the enduring legacy and boundless potential of Family & Consumer Sciences professionals across Texas. Together, we will reflect on the deep roots that have shaped our field — grounded in education, research, community service, and advocacy — while cultivating the wings that propel us into a future of innovation, leadership, and collaboration.

Over three inspiring days, participants will engage in meaningful sessions, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities designed to strengthen professional practice, enhance personal growth, and elevate the visibility of FCS across every sector — from classrooms and extension programs to business, government, and community development.

Whether you are an educator, extension agent, industry professional, student, or advocate, this conference is your opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, rediscover your purpose, and reimagine what it means to make a difference in the lives of
individuals, families, and communities.

Join us July 16-18, 2026, as we honor the strong roots of our past and take flight toward an empowered future for Family & Consumer Sciences.

Ask the Experts is Houston’s annual one-day conference hosted by The Association of Fundraising Professionals – Greater Houston Chapter. Filled with stellar keynote speakers, excellent and educational breakout sessions, and networking with nonprofit colleagues and friends from across the city, we look forward to holding this event every year! Our 2026 conference will be held on June 16, 2026.

The DFW Philanthropy in Action Conference is a leading regional professional development conference for fundraising professionals. The conference attracts over 500 attendees and provides two days of training from local and national presenters, all of which qualify for CFRE credits. With more than 40 exhibitors and sponsors, the conference offers an excellent opportunity to learn from peers and network with other fundraisers from North Texas and surrounding areas.

Join DOVIA of Austin for a casual evening of networking, collaboration, and connection with fellow Volunteer Managers, Directors of Volunteer Services, Community Engagement professionals, and nonprofit leaders from across Central Texas!

Event Details

• Friday, June 12, 2026
• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Cosmic Pickle
  121 Pickle Rd, Austin, TX 78704

Save the date! We are planning to host the RGV Nonprofit Summit again in October 2026! Subscribe to our email list to receive updates.

9/11 Day is the federally recognized September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, observed each year on the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Born from the remarkable spirit of unity, compassion, and service that emerged in the days following the tragedy, 9/11 Day aims to transform a day of tragedy into a day of doing good.

The 9/11 Day observance encourages people to perform acts of kindness and service in tribute to those who were lost, injured, or made ill by from the attacks, as well as the first responders, recovery workers, and countless others who rose to help.

Now the single largest annual day of service in the United States, 9/11 Day engages more than 30 million people each year. As a nonprofit, your organization can be part of this powerful movement—engage your community, elevate your mission, and inspire support through meaningful acts of service.

Make A Difference Day is a celebration of neighbors helping neighbors, uniting in a common mission to take action and solve problems in their community. Established in 1992, this national day of doing good asks volunteers of all ages to work together for the common good.

Make a Difference Together on Family Volunteer Day

The Nonprofit Council has been proud to present Big Give, a 24-hour online giving day that helps connect South Central Texas nonprofits with new and existing donors. Since 2014 Big Give has helped organizations raise over $56 million from hundreds of thousands individual donors. Big Give is your chance to raise unrestricted funds and awareness for your agency.

Nonprofit Early Registration begins in May.  Regular Registration runs June – August.

Whether you’ve been with us since the beginning or you’re joining us for the first time, there are many online resources on our Trainings page as well as the toolkit available to help you have a successful giving day. In addition, we will be offering a free in person training for all registered agencies at the beginning of August.

Big Give 2026 will return for our 12th anniversary of fundraising success on Wednesday September 23rd at 6 PM thru Thursday September 24th at 6 PM.  The early donation period will start on September 16th.

North Texas Giving Day is Communities Foundation of Texas’ largest community initiative, and the largest community-wide giving event in the Nation. 

In 2025, more than 100,000 North Texans gave $78 million to over 3,500 local nonprofits, representing causes from education, health, and social services, to arts, the environment, and animal welfare. The total raised since North Texas Giving Day’s inception is now $712 million, cementing the community’s long-standing dedication to making a difference in support of thousands of nonprofits across the region.

Now in its 18th year, NorthTexasGivingDay.org continues to expand as a one-stop shop for supporting our local community every day of the year through cause campaigns, matching fundraisers, corporate and group giving events, and nonprofit-led fundraising efforts.

Thanks to help from generous givers and sponsors, Communities Foundation of Texas covers all transaction and technology fees, ensuring 100% of each donation made on the site goes to nonprofits in more than 25 cause areas across 20 North Texas counties, all year long.

Please register here: https://utexas.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3x5tLIAsx5XFT2S