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.
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 […]
A gathering of West Texas and Southeastern New Mexico grantmakers designed to explore shared challenges, strengthen regional collaboration, and foster peer learning. Foundation trustees, staff, and board members are invited to join PSW for a focused conversation on grantmaking best (and next) practices tailored to the unique needs and opportunities of the region. Informative Learning […]
This workshop series offers nonprofit professionals practical financial education they can carry into their own organizations and communities. Participants will build knowledge on personal finance topics through a train-the-trainer approach designed to help them extend what they learn to others. The format is a six-part weekly luncheon and lecture series with lunch provided. It is […]
This workshop is designed for nonprofit professionals seeking to advance their careers and strengthen their leadership impact. Participants will explore the often-unspoken factors that influence promotability within organizations and gain practical strategies for standing out in competitive, mission-driven workplaces. The session will address common blind spots, the role of mentorship in professional growth, and techniques […]
Developing a nonprofit program requires skill, expertise, and confidence in a wide range of competencies. Good program managers can effectively supervise staff, develop strong budgets, engage community members, evaluate their success, and so much more. Does this seem daunting, confusing, exhausting – or maybe even exciting? This highly interactive course will provide opportunities to learn […]
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 […]
Evaluation is the key to successfully scaling and sustaining the impact of nonprofits. When we don’t know IF our program works or WHY it works, we may struggle to justify continued funding. We may also risk losing community engagement, and we may disengage from the core mission that drives our work. In this session, we will explore […]
Ready to take your career to the next level? Promotion Protocol reveals the hidden rules of promotability and equips you with the tools to stand out in today’s competitive workplace. Through engaging insights and practical strategies, you’ll discover how to overcome blind spots, build executive presence, and leverage mentorship to accelerate your path to success. […]
Are you ready to strengthen your board's leadership and governance impact? As part of the Nonprofit Impact Series, this Focus Session is designed to equip nonprofit leaders with practical tools, clear governance frameworks, and strategic insight to better advance your mission. Ideal for nonprofit board members and chief executives committed to strengthening governance and organizational […]
This webinar will be of interest to philanthropic and nonprofit leaders seeking a clearer understanding of giving in complex humanitarian crises. Participants will review research on what motivates funders, what barriers limit action, and what opportunities can help philanthropy respond more effectively in uncertain settings. The format is a research-focused webinar sharing findings and practical […]
Practical Tools for Building High-Performing Nonprofit Teams Strong teams drive results. This workshop distills decades of cognitive psychology and team science into practical lessons for nonprofit leaders. Participants will gain evidence-based strategies for how to form teams, structure collaboration, and sustain performance with an emphasis on tools they can apply immediately. Audience: Nonprofit managers, team […]
Peer Circles & Cohorts 6-Week Learning & Leadership Development Series The Peer Circles & Cohorts program offers structured, cohort-based learning designed to support nonprofit leaders through shared experience, guided reflection, and practical problem-solving. These 6-week cycles bring together peers facing similar challenges and transitions, creating trusted spaces for learning, accountability, and growth. Featured Cohort: Emerging Non-profit Leaders This cohort […]
This session will be of interest to nonprofit professionals who want to make better use of data to strengthen decision-making and organizational effectiveness. Participants will learn simple, practical tools for using data well, with an emphasis on approaches that can support stronger programs and clearer internal conversations. The format includes a presentation, optional Q&A, table […]
This training covers how corporate grant makers are different from traditional foundations including a basic overview of the different types of corporate giving including what motivates corporations to give and how to find potential corporate partners.
This luncheon will be of interest to nonprofit and community leaders tracking how artificial intelligence is reshaping education, workforce development, and long-term economic opportunity. Participants will learn how AI is being integrated into curriculum, faculty development, and employer partnerships, and what those shifts may mean for talent pipelines and community impact. The format is a […]
This workshop series offers nonprofit professionals practical financial education they can carry into their own organizations and communities. Participants will build knowledge on personal finance topics through a train-the-trainer approach designed to help them extend what they learn to others. The format is a six-part weekly luncheon and lecture series with lunch provided. It is […]
Cost: Free This session helps participants align their organizational strategy with federal grant opportunities by connecting funding priorities to mission objectives, conducting environmental scans, prioritizing opportunities that fit organizational direction, and mapping strategic goals to potential funding streams. This is a virtual event. Zoom links will be sent out separately. Full details here: https://tockify.com/nonprofitconnection/detail/212/1776780000000
This interactive class provides turnkey frameworks and methods for communicating and interacting as a leader in ways that enable clarity, performance, and engagement. Leaders turn plans into reality by effectively knowing how to convey what they need from others in empowering ways that get everyone onto the team and into aligned action. Different situations call […]
What happens when one action sparks change across an entire region? Join us for an interactive experience using Ripple Effect Mapping to trace how relationships, funding, and community leadership create lasting impact across Central Texas, strengthening regional solidarity in real time. Featuring the Austin Area Urban League’s S.O.S. Initiative, this gathering invites funders, community leaders, students, […]
Everyone understands that in times of adversity, we have two choices – adapt or die. This class will explore how to lead organizational change during VUCA circumstances (Volatile, Uncertain, Chaotic, Ambiguous). Rooted in the neuroscience of change, we’ll examine the hidden impediments to change, and how calls to action during uncertain times like these can […]