Panhandle Disaster Relief Fund
Donate now to support the families and communities affected by the Panhandle and South Plains wildfires in February 2024. The Panhandle Disaster Relief Fund is administered locally by Amarillo Area Foundation.
An effective board of directors is essential for strong nonprofit performance. From strategy to oversight to advocacy and fundraising, the board serves as the key leadership of the organization. CNM is inviting board officers and chief executives to attend a half-day workshop that will ensure your board is equipped for leadership. During this workshop, we will cover: […]
A successful campaign can be transformative for a nonprofit organization. Funds raised often increase an agency’s mission impact in exponential ways. But a campaign is also a major undertaking and requires an investment of valuable resources – including the time, treasure and talents of leadership, staff and volunteers. Together, we will discuss the planning and […]
How to Start a Nonprofit Are you launching a nonprofit organization? Starting a nonprofit can be a rewarding endeavor, but it requires careful planning and understanding of the unique challenges involved. Here are some important considerations to keep in mind: Feasibility Study Have you conducted a feasibility study? A feasibility study is essential to assess […]
The Evolving Leader A Monthly Leadership Deep-Dive with Jason Vinson If you enjoyed Leading for Good, get ready to go even further. The Evolving Leader is your space to dive deeper into who you are as a leader, sharpen your mindset, and accelerate your career. This expanded series will challenge you, grow you, and equip […]
Cost: Free This session teaches participants how to identify and evaluate federal grant opportunities by finding and interpreting solicitations, assessing alignment between funding opportunities and organizational goals, identifying relevant grant opportunities that match their mission and capacity, and learning how to write effective federal grant proposals. This is a virtual event. Zoom links will be […]
Giving and receiving effective feedback is a cornerstone of leveraging self-awareness, self-management, individual/team performance, and leadership potential. The typical workplace environment values communication greatly, but the most significant barrier to effective communication is “assuming it has occurred.” Do you tell more than you ask? Judge everything you experience or learn from it? Participants complete the DiSC […]
Connect with peers who are strengthening their organizations, explore the fundamentals of nonprofit budgeting and financial oversight, and gain confidence in managing your organization’s resources responsibly.
In this interactive morning session, nonprofit professionals will gain a foundational understanding of generative AI tools such as Copilot and ChatGPT. Through practical examples and guided discussion, participants will explore how these technologies can enhance data visualization and storytelling. The session will emphasize strategic applications of AI to elevate nonprofit communication, deepen audience engagement, and […]
This interactive afternoon session builds on insights from Part 1: Understanding Generative AI for Nonprofits and focuses on the craft of data storytelling. Participants will learn how to transform complex data into compelling narratives that drive action and highlight impact. Through hands-on activities, attendees will explore practical techniques and AI-powered tools to enhance nonprofit communications and make data more […]
The Evolving Leader A Monthly Leadership Deep-Dive with Jason Vinson If you enjoyed Leading for Good, get ready to go even further. The Evolving Leader is your space to dive deeper into who you are as a leader, sharpen your mindset, and accelerate your career. This expanded series will challenge you, grow you, and equip […]
Join the AFP TX Coastal Bend Chapter for our annual Education Conference—an energizing two days of learning, connection, and inspiration for nonprofit and fundraising professionals across Texas! Whether you’re a seasoned fundraiser, nonprofit leader, board member, or just getting started in the sector, this conference is designed to help you grow your impact. You’ll gain practical insights, fresh […]
Are you a long-time leader of an organization or board member passionate about ensuring the sustainability of your organization? In partnership with CNM and Charles Schwab Bank, create a practical and actionable leadership continuity plan that will prepare and guide your organization through future leadership transitions. Don't let the fear of change bind your impact […]
Arlington Tomorrow Foundation is pleased to present the 2026 Impact Learning Series, a training program custom designed to help Arlington's nonprofit community serving city residents gain valuable skills. As a result of the successful launch of this series in 2025, this year, we are excited to partner with the Center for Nonprofit Management (CNM), a […]
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 […]
Cost: Free This session teaches participants the key components of successful federal grant proposals, providing practical writing strategies to improve clarity and competitiveness, and guiding them through the essential elements of effective federal grant proposal writing. This is a virtual event. Zoom links will be sent out separately. Full details here: https://tockify.com/nonprofitconnection/detail/216/1789480800000
This session teaches participants the key components of successful federal grant proposals, providing practical writing strategies to improve clarity and competitiveness, and guiding them through the essential elements of effective federal grant proposal writing.
How to Start a Nonprofit Are you launching a nonprofit organization? Starting a nonprofit can be a rewarding endeavor, but it requires careful planning and understanding of the unique challenges involved. Here are some important considerations to keep in mind: Feasibility Study Have you conducted a feasibility study? A feasibility study is essential to assess […]
Join local nonprofit leaders to learn more about Education First FCU’s grant application process and network with nonprofits from across Southeast Texas.
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 […]
When you see headlines in the news about multi-million-dollar donations to a local nonprofit, do you ever wonder “How did they do that?” This session will peel back the curtain on how high-performing development teams cultivate and maintain relationships with major donors. We will start by examining the types of major donors and their motivations. We will […]