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

Honoring those unlocking change in the Greater Fayette Area
Join us for the second annual Community Keyholder Awards, an elegant celebration of generosity, leadership, and lasting impact in the Greater Fayette region. The evening will recognize exceptional individuals, organizations, and nonprofits advancing positive change in the Greater Fayette region through community-driven powerful awards.

The SETX Nonprofit Exchange is a premier networking and learning experience designed specifically for nonprofit professionals in our region. This event brings together organizations of all sizes and missions to share insights, exchange ideas, and explore opportunities for collaboration. The Exchange is a space to discuss common challenges, celebrate successes, and learn from peers who are navigating similar experiences.

Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of the 2025–2026 SAVA year! This special gathering will highlight the impact of our collective efforts, recognize key moments from the past year, and feature the exciting reveal of our Volunteer Administrator of the Year award. We’ll take time to honor the incredible dedication of our volunteer community, reflect on what we’ve achieved together, and look ahead to the opportunities and goals for the coming year. It’s a meaningful time to connect, celebrate, and be inspired for what’s next.

Join a collaborative space for nonprofit leaders to share challenges, exchange ideas, and build a supportive network. Through thoughtful conversation and peer connection, we’ll explore best practices and principles rooted in the Standards for Excellence. Gain new perspectives, strengthen your leadership, and grow alongside others committed to ethical, effective, and impactful nonprofit work.

The Southeast Texas Nonprofit Development Center is excited to once again partner with Entergy to bring this coffee break to our nonprofit community. Join us for a relaxed and engaging hour of networking, connection, and updates relevant to nonprofits serving Southeast Texas.

This informal gathering offers an opportunity to connect with fellow partner agencies, hear brief updates from Entergy, and strengthen relationships in a welcoming, casual setting.

RSVP to Karen Do
kdo@entergy.com
(409) 981-4928

The Southeast Texas Nonprofit Development Center is excited to once again partner with Entergy to bring this coffee break to our nonprofit community. Join us for a relaxed and engaging hour of networking, connection, and updates relevant to nonprofits serving Southeast Texas.

This informal gathering offers an opportunity to connect with fellow partner agencies, hear brief updates from Entergy, and strengthen relationships in a welcoming, casual setting.

RSVP to Karen Do
kdo@entergy.com
(409) 981-4928

Join us for a Tea Brunch designedexclusivelyfor nonprofit executive directors (e.g., Executive Director, President, CEO). This networking event offers a relaxed setting to build meaningful connections, share leadership insights, and spark new collaborations with fellow changemakers.

Join us for a Tea Brunch designed exclusively for nonprofit executive directors (e.g., Executive Director, President, CEO). This networking event offers a relaxed setting to build meaningful connections, share leadership insights, and spark new collaborations with fellow changemakers. Includes light tea brunch.

Community Meet-Ups (Monthly)

Connection, conversation, and community at every stage of nonprofit leadership.

Our Community Meet-Ups are rotating, in-person gatherings designed for nonprofit professionals at all career levels—from emerging leaders to seasoned executives. Hosted by members across the region, these meet-ups create space for honest conversation, peer learning, and relationship-building in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

Each gathering is intentionally informal yet purposeful, offering a chance to step out of day-to-day demands and connect with others who understand the realities of nonprofit work.

What to Expect

• Open, facilitated conversations centered on shared challenges and opportunities
• Peer-to-peer learning across roles, organizations, and issue areas
• A consistent on-ramp for deeper engagement, leadership, and volunteer facilitation

These meet-ups also serve as a pathway for members and volunteers interested in facilitating conversations and helping steward a stronger, more connected nonprofit community.

Executive Director Coffee Circles

Small, trusted spaces for big leadership questions.

The ED Coffee Circles are intimate, facilitated working sessions designed specifically for Executive Directors and senior leaders. Hosted monthly at rotating coffee shops across South, Central, and North Austin, these circles bring together 10–12 EDs for focused, trust-based problem solving.

This is not a panel or presentation—it’s a working room for leaders who value confidentiality, candor, and collective wisdom.

Style:

In-person, facilitated working sessions

Format (90 minutes):

• 20 min – Grab a coffee and network! 10% off for attendees
• 60 min – Peer problem-solving and discussion. This is a great opportunity to float ideas and challenges. Let’s create a supportive space for social sector leaders!
• 10 min – Key takeaways and reflection

Why Participate

• Work through real leadership challenges with peers who “get it”
• Gain perspective outside your organization while building trusted relationships
• Leave with practical insight, not just conversation

Note: Non-members are welcome to attend. Their $25 registration fee may be applied to membership in 2026

This event offers nonprofit and social impact professionals an opportunity to celebrate community leadership while strengthening relationships across the sector. Participants will reflect on progress, recognize changemakers, and recommit to collaborative work that advances a more just and equitable future. The format is a brunch gathering and mixer with award recognition and networking. It is intended for nonprofit leaders, community partners, funders, and others engaged in social impact work.

This convening offers nonprofit executive directors a space to connect with peers navigating similar leadership challenges in Texas. Participants will exchange practical strategies for organizational leadership, decision-making, and sustaining impact in a shifting environment. The format emphasizes facilitated discussion and peer learning rather than formal presentation. It is best suited for executive-level leaders seeking candid conversation and actionable insight from fellow practitioners.