Shineman Nonprofit Education & Training |
Much more than just a provider of grants, the Shineman Foundation is proud to provide informational support via educational workshops for nonprofit organizations across Oswego County. From strategies for building organizational capacity, methods for improving and tracking program success, to trends and tactics of importance in the non-profit community, and much more... Consider us a resource and sign up here to be notified of upcoming events! (Please note: due to the scope of our mission and vision, seating is limited for in-person workshops.)
Upcoming Workshops
Canva Lunch & Learn
Canva is a graphic design platform that offers an intuitive and user-friendly interface to create a variety of designs, such as social media posts, flyers, infographics, and presentations.
With Canva, nonprofits can create free professional-looking designs without any design experience. This can help nonprofits save time and money while improving their branding and messaging.
Registration is required. A Zoom link will be sent prior to the workshop.
Nonprofit Governance: Roles, Responsibilities, and Engagement
This is the topic most frequently requested by Oswego County nonprofits. Everyone can use refreshers, training, and thought-provoking ideas when it comes to board governance. By aspiring to be a better board member or board supporter, you can be even more effective in helping organizations you care about. This interactive workshop is intended for board and executive staff from organizations of all sizes and types.
This will be an in-person workshop at GS Steamers, 70 East 1st Street, Oswego. Seating for this workshop is limited. There is a nominal fee of $25 to attend. Contact us at info@shinemanfoundation.org for more information.
Instructors: Heidi Holtz & Elizabeth Quilter
Software for Engagement Strategies Virtual Mini-Workshop
What do we need to manage our relationships with a variety of audiences in the community? How much will it cost? Using a free interactive demonstration, we will walk through how to make software decisions that are best for your organization.
Registration is required. A Zoom link will be sent prior to the workshop.
Giving Programs Virtual Mini-Workshop
Heading into the 4th quarter of the calendar year, are you prepared to maximize fundraising opportunities for your organization? Are you prepared (budget, tactics) to enter NEXT year on a positive trajectory?
Registration is required. A Zoom link will be sent prior to the workshop.
Understanding NFP Financials
Nonprofit finances: legal requirements, budgeting, accounting, audits, investments, endowments…what do you need to know and how can your organization do well in this area? What are the roles of the treasurer, CFO, CEO, Executive Director, Board Chair, finance committee? Who does what?
This will be an in-person workshop at GS Steamers, 70 East 1st Street, Oswego. Seating for this workshop is limited. There is a nominal fee of $25 to attend. Contact us at info@shinemanfoundation.org for more information.
Instructors: Elizabeth Quilter & Adam Gagas (Rockbridge Investments)