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SUMMARY:Unlocking Evaluation Success with Program Theory & Logic Models
DESCRIPTION:Program theory provides a roadmap for understanding how programs are supposed to work and how activities should lead to intended outcomes. Conversely\, when program theory is not well-defined\, problems will inevitably emerge that weaken both the program and its evaluation. This session provides an opportunity to dig deeper into program theory and strengthening evaluation efforts through helping clients identify\, clarify\, and communicate program theory. In this workshop session\, we’ll explore: \n·        What program theory is and how clearly articulating it can strengthen program delivery and management practices. \n·        How to communicate program theory through several strategies including basic and detailed logic models. \n·        Tools and templates that can be used to help staff and leaders develop\, revise\, and articulate program theory.
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/unlocking-evaluation-success-2026/
LOCATION:Welborn Community Room\, 20 NW Third St.\, Suite 1500\, Evansville\, 47708\, United States
CATEGORIES:Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
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SUMMARY:Beginner's Guide to Grant Writing Workshop Vanderburgh County (Day 2 of 2)
DESCRIPTION:The two-day Beginner’s Guide to Grant Writing program is a great skill-builder for the beginner or intermediate grant writer. Whatever your skill level\, come with an idea and be ready to write. At the end of Day One\, you will have a proposal outline and all of the resources you need to expand it into a full proposal. \nReturn on Day Two (June 24\, 2026\, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm CT) with your full proposal\, and we will put you into the role of a reviewer\, teach you strategies for finding funding\, and provide you with an opportunity to polish your proposal and send it in for a strong professional review. \nWhether your project is big or small\, this workshop will give you the information you need to submit proposals confidently. \nThe cost of the 2-day workshop is $225.00 and includes lunch and materials on both days. You will receive the manual on Day One of the workshop. The workshop will be held at Purdue Extension Vanderburgh County\, 13301 Darmstadt Road\, Suite A\, Evansville\, IN 47725. \n\nPurdue University prohibits discrimination against any member of the University community on the basis of race\, religion\, color\, sex\, age\, national origin or ancestry\, genetic information\, marital status\, parental status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity and expression\, disability\, or status as a veteran. \nIf you are in need of accommodations to attend this program\, please contact Meagan Salomon prior to the meeting at 812-435-5287 or brotherm@purdue.edu by May 20\, 2026. \nFor special dietary needs contact Meagan Salomon at 812-435-5287 or brotherm@purdue.edu by May 27\, 2026. \nIf you need an interpreter or translator\, please contact Meagan Salomon prior to the meeting at 812-435-5287 or brotherm@purdue.edu by May 20\, 2026.
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/beginners-guide-to-grant-writing-workshop-vanderburgh-county-day-2-of-2/
LOCATION:Pudue Extension Vanderburgh County\, 13301 Darmstadt Rd\, Suite A\, Evansville\, IN\, 47725\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T045015
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T150847Z
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SUMMARY:Financial Management for Nonprofit Leaders and Board Members: A Financial Literacy Series
DESCRIPTION:This training series on financial management is designed to equip individuals and organizations with the necessary skills to understand\, interpret and navigate financial reports and processes. The series covers a wide range of topics including financial statements\, budgeting\, financial planning\, and sustainability. Participants will learn about the roles and responsibilities of board members\, executive directors\, and other leaders in the budgeting process. The training will also provide insights into financial literacy and how to prevent fiscal fraud\, which are critical for any nonprofit organization’s success. With a focus on practical and applicable knowledge\, the training series aims to empower nonprofits with the tools they need to make informed financial decisions\, ensure financial stability\, and maximize their impact. By the end of the series\, participants will have a solid foundation in financial management\, enabling them to better understand their organization’s financial health\, identify areas for improvement\, and take appropriate actions to achieve their financial goals. This training series will be presented by Fiscalign. \nSeries Dates and Locations: \n\n8/11/2026\, 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM \, In-person at the Welborn Baptist Foundation in the Welborn Community Room\n9/21/2026\, 10:15 AM – 12:00 PM\, Virtual\, a Zoom link will be shared\n10/27/2026\, 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM \, In-person at the Welborn Baptist Foundation in the Welborn Community Room\n11/2/2026\, 10:15 AM – 12:00 PM\, Virtual\, a Zoom link will be shared
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/financial-management-for-nonprofit-leaders-and-board-members-a-financial-literacy-series/
LOCATION:Welborn Community Room\, 20 NW Third St.\, Suite 1500\, Evansville\, 47708\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T083000
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SUMMARY:Board Champions 101
DESCRIPTION:The Board Champions ™ 101-level program provides a critical overview of nonprofit leadership and Board governance. Leaders will explore the vital tactical elements of roles of the Board in nonprofit leadership as well as specific responsibilities of governance. The program provides participants with leading practices in Board excellence along with practical application and understanding of the realities of nonprofit governance. Participants leave prepared and inspired to assume a greater leadership role in helping build a flourishing community. Specific topics covered include but are not limited to:  4 vital roles of the Board; The nonprofit lifecycle; Lanes of success – boundaries between Board and staff; Traditional Board leadership structures and decision making; Fiduciary duties of Board members; How to evaluate potential Board service opportunities. This will be offered as an open offering. Seating will be limited. Contracted consultant partner\, Greg Nielsen of Nielsen Training & Consulting\, LLC.
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/board-champions-101-5/
LOCATION:Welborn Community Room\, 20 NW Third St.\, Suite 1500\, Evansville\, 47708\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholders,Donor-Funders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T083000
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SUMMARY:Evaluation 101
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nThis training will review the competencies and elements to introduce participants to evaluation concepts. Our Evaluation 101 training covers implementing systems and a structure to set an organization up for success and embed evaluation into their organizational practices. We will highlight the steps involved in creating an evaluation system and prepare participants to begin similar processes in their own organizations that are aligned to their data management plans. This workshop introduces the concept of logic models\, SMART outcomes\, and an organizational learning culture. This half-day session will dive into the importance of data systems and procedures and how to develop them. We will share examples of how to develop processes to ensure consistency in how data is collected\, stored\, and analyzed. We will also cover the implications of when organizations do not have these procedures. Participants will walk about with concrete action steps they can carry out! \n  \nWorkshop Objectives: \n\nParticipants will understand basic evaluation terms and processes\, including the four steps of program evaluation.\nParticipants will gain skills to establish clear outcomes and outputs\, collect clean data\, analyze data\, and implement evaluation procedures.\nParticipants will understand the goals of process evaluations and outcome evaluations.\nParticipants will identify successes and challenges with the procedures used to collect\, store\, and analyze the data.\n\nWho should attend?\nIdeal participants are those that are looking to learn how to build a compelling grant narrative using data and relevant information\, primarily using or leaning into the Grow/SAVI data tool for data usage. \n* Following each session\, attendees will be asked to complete a brief survey. \nInstructed by: Transform Consulting Group
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/evaluation-101-3/
LOCATION:Welborn Community Room\, 20 NW Third St.\, Suite 1500\, Evansville\, 47708\, United States
CATEGORIES:Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T101500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T150855Z
UID:10000286-1789985700-1789992000@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:Financial Management for Nonprofit Leaders and Board Members: A Financial Literacy Series
DESCRIPTION:This training series on financial management is designed to equip individuals and organizations with the necessary skills to understand\, interpret and navigate financial reports and processes. The series covers a wide range of topics including financial statements\, budgeting\, financial planning\, and sustainability. Participants will learn about the roles and responsibilities of board members\, executive directors\, and other leaders in the budgeting process. The training will also provide insights into financial literacy and how to prevent fiscal fraud\, which are critical for any nonprofit organization’s success. With a focus on practical and applicable knowledge\, the training series aims to empower nonprofits with the tools they need to make informed financial decisions\, ensure financial stability\, and maximize their impact. By the end of the series\, participants will have a solid foundation in financial management\, enabling them to better understand their organization’s financial health\, identify areas for improvement\, and take appropriate actions to achieve their financial goals. This training series will be presented by Fiscalign. \nSeries Dates and Locations: \n\n8/11/2026\, 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM \, In-person at the Welborn Baptist Foundation in the Welborn Community Room\n9/21/2026\, 10:15 AM – 12:00 PM\, Virtual\, a Zoom link will be shared\n10/27/2026\, 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM \, In-person at the Welborn Baptist Foundation in the Welborn Community Room\n11/2/2026\, 10:15 AM – 12:00 PM\, Virtual\, a Zoom link will be shared
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/financial-management-for-nonprofit-leaders-and-board-members-a-financial-literacy-series-2/
LOCATION:Welborn Community Room\, 20 NW Third St.\, Suite 1500\, Evansville\, 47708\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T221404Z
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SUMMARY:Using Data in Grant Writing
DESCRIPTION:Using Data in Grant Writing will help participants understand how to identify\, gather\, and use relevant data to support a successful grant application. Publicly available secondary data can help nonprofit organizations show the need for their programs and services. Data that organizations collect on their program implementation can help demonstrate how effectively they can meet the community need. We will give examples of how organizations can use data in the narrative of their grant application. Participants will learn how using data can help them make a successful case for funding. This training will be presented by Transform Consulting Group.
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/using-data-in-grant-writing-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T045015
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T210252Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Nonprofit Excellence Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Nonprofit Excellence Symposium brings together professionals from local businesses and nonprofits for a half-day of workshops\, presentations\, idea sharing\, and networking open to USI students and anyone who works in or is interested in the nonprofit sector.
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/2026-nonprofit-excellence-symposium/
LOCATION:University of Southern Indiana\, 8600 University Blvd\, Evansville\, IN\, 47712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T083000
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UID:10000274-1793003400-1793017800@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:Board Champions 201
DESCRIPTION:201 Level Training: Habits and Practices of Healthy Boards\n*Training for those serving as board members who want to expand their understanding* \nThe Board Champions ™ 201-level program allows Board members to explore the habits and practices of effective governance\, reflect on their strengths\, and emerge more energized\, engaged\, and prepared to excel. Board members will explore practical and refreshingly unique ways to establish the habits and practices necessary for effective governance capable of translating bold vision into reality. Moving beyond a simple review of Board roles and responsibilities\, members will dive deep into the key practices of dynamic nonprofit Boards and the lines of authority between Board and staff—potential pitfalls to avoid\, as well as current trends and hot topics. Board members will sharpen their skills and leave prepared to embody excellence in nonprofit governance. Specific topics covered include but are not limited to:   5 Habits of Healthy Boards; DEI and Governance; Ethics in governance; Reimagining the traditional Board meeting; Cultivating productive committees; Addressing conflict productively. This will be offered as an open offering. Seating will be limited. Contracted consultant partner Greg Nielsen of Nielsen Training & Consulting\, LLC.
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/board-champions-201-4/
LOCATION:Welborn Community Room\, 20 NW Third St.\, Suite 1500\, Evansville\, 47708\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholders,Donor-Funders
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030
DTSTAMP:20260410T045015
CREATED:20251110T205744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T205744Z
UID:10000245-1793059200-1793318399@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:Community Leadership Program
DESCRIPTION:Servant leadership is ideology upon which Leadership Everyone was built. Each program offered by our staff is specifically designed to develop the servant leader that lies within each of the participants. Offering varying structures of the Community Leadership Program\, Leadership Everyone wishes to help you find your servant leadership potential. With the guidance of our staff and the retrospective insight from class members\, you will partake in an immersive experience. \nThe Leadership Everyone staff encourages you to explore the various program options and dates. If any questions arise\, please feel free to contact our office.
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/community-leadership-program-fall-2026/
LOCATION:The Barn Abbey\, 504 North St\, New Harmony\, IN\, 47631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Community Stakeholders,Nonprofit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T045015
CREATED:20260204T150727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T150859Z
UID:10000287-1793089800-1793098800@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:Financial Management for Nonprofit Leaders and Board Members: A Financial Literacy Series
DESCRIPTION:This training series on financial management is designed to equip individuals and organizations with the necessary skills to understand\, interpret and navigate financial reports and processes. The series covers a wide range of topics including financial statements\, budgeting\, financial planning\, and sustainability. Participants will learn about the roles and responsibilities of board members\, executive directors\, and other leaders in the budgeting process. The training will also provide insights into financial literacy and how to prevent fiscal fraud\, which are critical for any nonprofit organization’s success. With a focus on practical and applicable knowledge\, the training series aims to empower nonprofits with the tools they need to make informed financial decisions\, ensure financial stability\, and maximize their impact. By the end of the series\, participants will have a solid foundation in financial management\, enabling them to better understand their organization’s financial health\, identify areas for improvement\, and take appropriate actions to achieve their financial goals. This training series will be presented by Fiscalign. \nSeries Dates and Locations: \n\n8/11/2026\, 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM \, In-person at the Welborn Baptist Foundation in the Welborn Community Room\n9/21/2026\, 10:15 AM – 12:00 PM\, Virtual\, a Zoom link will be shared\n10/27/2026\, 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM \, In-person at the Welborn Baptist Foundation in the Welborn Community Room\n11/2/2026\, 10:15 AM – 12:00 PM\, Virtual\, a Zoom link will be shared
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/financial-management-for-nonprofit-leaders-and-board-members-a-financial-literacy-series-3/
LOCATION:Welborn Community Room\, 20 NW Third St.\, Suite 1500\, Evansville\, 47708\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T045015
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T150905Z
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SUMMARY:Financial Management for Nonprofit Leaders and Board Members: A Financial Literacy Series
DESCRIPTION:This training series on financial management is designed to equip individuals and organizations with the necessary skills to understand\, interpret and navigate financial reports and processes. The series covers a wide range of topics including financial statements\, budgeting\, financial planning\, and sustainability. Participants will learn about the roles and responsibilities of board members\, executive directors\, and other leaders in the budgeting process. The training will also provide insights into financial literacy and how to prevent fiscal fraud\, which are critical for any nonprofit organization’s success. With a focus on practical and applicable knowledge\, the training series aims to empower nonprofits with the tools they need to make informed financial decisions\, ensure financial stability\, and maximize their impact. By the end of the series\, participants will have a solid foundation in financial management\, enabling them to better understand their organization’s financial health\, identify areas for improvement\, and take appropriate actions to achieve their financial goals. This training series will be presented by Fiscalign. \nSeries Dates and Locations: \n\n8/11/2026\, 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM \, In-person at the Welborn Baptist Foundation in the Welborn Community Room\n9/21/2026\, 10:15 AM – 12:00 PM\, Virtual\, a Zoom link will be shared\n10/27/2026\, 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM \, In-person at the Welborn Baptist Foundation in the Welborn Community Room\n11/2/2026\, 10:15 AM – 12:00 PM\, Virtual\, a Zoom link will be shared
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/financial-management-for-nonprofit-leaders-and-board-members-a-financial-literacy-series-4/
LOCATION:Welborn Community Room\, 20 NW Third St.\, Suite 1500\, Evansville\, 47708\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20271022T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20271022T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T045015
CREATED:20251110T210336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T210506Z
UID:10000247-1824192000-1824215400@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:2027 Nonprofit Excellence Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Nonprofit Excellence Symposium brings together professionals from local businesses and nonprofits for a half-day of workshops\, presentations\, idea sharing\, and networking open to USI students and anyone who works in or is interested in the nonprofit sector.
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/2027-nonprofit-excellence-symposium/
LOCATION:University of Southern Indiana\, 8600 University Blvd\, Evansville\, IN\, 47712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit
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ORGANIZER;CN="University of Southern Indiana":MAILTO:taengbers@usi.edu
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