Lakeshore Nonprofit Programs & Community Nonprofit Events

MAY TOPIC: Navigating Difficult Volunteer Conversations

Strong nonprofit organizations are built on trust - and trust is reinforced through clear, accurate, and confident financial leadership. This introductory training equips nonprofit leaders with a practical understanding of how nonprofit finances work, how the pieces fit together, and how financial information supports both mission and decision-making. Participants will explore the basics of nonprofit financial statements, external reporting requirements, restricted versus unrestricted funding, and cash flow awareness, all through a prevention and risk-management lens. Presenter: Beth Larsen, Senior Vice President - JMT Consulting, Inc.

MAY TOPIC: Storytelling for Small Nonprofits: 9 Ways to Find, Shape & Share Your Best Nonprofit Stories with Laura Huth-Rhoades

MAY TOPIC: Boards that Feel Stuck

The Fundamentals of Nonprofit Board Leadership 2 part Workshop offers guidance on the primary responsibilities for those currently serving on or planning to serve on nonprofit boards. This workshop is broken down into 2 sessions June 16 + 23 from 3-5 pm.

JUNE TOPIC: Sponsorships

This is a casual gathering for nonprofit professionals to come and connect with each other. There’s no agenda, just a chance to unwind and spend time with others who understand the work you do. Come by to meet a few new people, catch up with familiar faces, or just get out for a bit.

Board members care deeply about your mission, but engaging donors can often feel uncomfortable or unclear. In this workshop, Kevin Eastway helps reframe fundraising as something more natural, relational, and human. Together, you’ll uncover what’s really driving hesitation and learn a simple, practical approach to donor conversations that builds confidence without pressure.

Social media is an important part of any business, but it can often feel overwhelming and scary. Well, it's time to conquer those fears with Yellow Lime. This workshop, presented by Yellow Lime Creative in partnership with Lakeshore Nonprofit Alliance, is designed for teams who wear multiple hats and need a realistic, strategic approach to social media that actually fits into their workflow. FREE for LNA Members! From content planning to platform strategy, we'll help you build a system that is sustainable, effective, and true to your brand, so you can spend less time guessing and more time doing the work that matters.