NonProfit Leadership Series

RSVP Policy: The Nonprofit Leadership Series is FREE to attend for nonprofit professionals in all 5 1/2 counties of the Foundation's service area. All sessions are limited to 2 attendees per organization to ensure attendance by many organizations. If you have additional staff that would be interested in attending if capacity allows, you can add them to our wait list by emailing Becky Stugart at [email protected]. If you need to cancel your reservation for a session, please email Becky at least 24 hours prior to the session date.

PREVENTING BURNOUT WITH SELF-CARE ESSENTIALS & EMPOWERMENT
Facilitated by Kat Stuerzel, Leave Your Box with Kat
Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 11:15am to 1:30pm at the Community Giving Foundation office
Register Online Here (limited spots available)

In this workshop, Kat Stuerzel will provide practical strategies and tools for leaders of all levels to prevent burnout and cultivate a positive and collaborative work environment across organizations. You will:

• Gain Self-Awareness: Explore your perceptions, attitudes, and behaviors, and understand how your energetic engagement impacts your leadership and interactions through the Energy Leadership Index (ELI) Model.
• Boost Your Energy & Resilience: Learn strategies to shift your energy to become a more dynamic, empowering, and resilient leader using the ELI framework.
• Lead with Impact: Discover how to lead from a place of opportunity and collaboration, and navigate change with ease, guided by the principles of the ELI.
• Prioritize Your Well-Being: Identify personal "energy drains" and develop actionable self-care strategies to replenish and maintain your well-being.
• Cultivate Collaboration & Positivity: Explore opportunities for collaboration within the nonprofit sector, foster a mindset of interconnectedness, and discover the power of kindness and mindfulness for a positive and supportive work environment.

TECHNOLOGY FOR GOOD: BEYOND THE AI BASICS
Facilitated by Bernadette Boerckel, Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit
Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 8:30am to 10:45am at the Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit
Register Online Here (limited spots available)

In this workshop for current and advanced AI users, Bernadette Boerckel will provide a deeper dive into how to optimize your nonprofit impact through Artificial Intelligence. You will:

• Master AI Fundamentals: Solidify your understanding of core AI concepts and tools.
• Unlock Advanced Techniques: Explore new ways to leverage AI for daily tasks and workflows.
• Boost Efficiency & Impact: Discover strategies to optimize operations and achieve greater success with AI.
• Network & Share: Connect with fellow nonprofit professionals and exchange ideas.

TECHNOLOGY FOR GOOD: AI AS YOUR COMMUNICATIONS THOUGHT PARTNER
Facilitated by Bernadette Boerckel, Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 8:30am to 10:45am at Mulberry Mills (Bloomsburg)
Register Online Here (limited spots available)

In this AI workshop, Berandette Boerckel will help you explore how to find your voice using AI as a thought partner for all your nonprofit communication needs. You will:

• Craft Compelling Narratives: Develop impactful stories that resonate with your audience using AI as a brainstorming and writing partner.
• Refine Your Communication Style: Identify and hone your unique voice and adapt your style for different platforms and audiences.
• Increase Engagement: Learn to create content that fosters authentic connections and inspires action.
• Design Effective Outreach Campaigns: Build targeted email newsletters and social media campaigns that achieve specific communication goals.
• Generate Creative Content: Use AI tools to overcome writer's block and explore new ideas for impactful messaging.
• Improve Writing Efficiency: Leverage AI to streamline content creation and editing processes.
• Gather Audience Insights: Design and analyze surveys with the help of AI to better understand audience needs and preferences.

The Nonprofit Leadership Series planning committee is excited to announce regionalization of this program to benefit nonprofit organizations in all 5 1/2 counties of the Foundation's service area. The program was originally designed to provide educational outreach through a collaboration between the Community Giving Foundation, Berwick Area United Way, and the Susquehanna Valley United Way.

Save the Date! Our second Elevate2 Conference will be held May 19-21, 2026 at Bucknell University. More details will be shared in the coming months. Learn more at elevate2.org.