Nonprofit Networking & Interactive Workshop
2026-09-30 17:00 - 19:30 UTC | Cambridge Savings Bank Operations Center, 81 Wyman St., Waltham, MA, 02451, United States
Cambridge Savings Bank is partnering with Tandem Solutions to bring Greater Boston nonprofit leaders together for:
– Learning practical & effective leadership strategies
– Networking with fellow mission-driven leaders
– Insights on team dynamics and workforce development funding
Registration is open through Wednesday, September 23rd. Reserve your spot today!

Building Stronger Funder Relationships: A Practical Guide to Foundation Outreach
2026-10-07 12:00 - 13:00 | https://macouncilofnonprofits.org/events/building-stronger-funder-relationships-a-practical-guide-to-foundation-outreach/
Many nonprofit leaders know they should reach out to foundation funders—but aren’t sure when, how, or what to say.
In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn a practical, step-by-step approach to foundation outreach before and after submitting a grant proposal. We’ll discuss when outreach makes sense, how to prepare for conversations, what questions to ask, and how thoughtful follow-up can strengthen relationships over time.
Before the workshop, you’ll complete a short questionnaire about your organization’s current outreach efforts and fundraising goals. During the session, you’ll apply the workshop framework to your own organization and leave with practical next steps you can put into action right away.
Your registration includes:
– A Foundation Outreach Toolkit with customizable email templates, planning worksheets, and follow-up resources
– A live, interactive workshop with practical instruction and Q&A
– Guidance on applying the outreach framework to your own organization
Time for questions and discussion about common outreach scenarios
You’ll leave with greater confidence, practical tools, and a clear process for building stronger relationships with foundation funders.

Nonprofit Advocacy, Lobbying and Political Activity: What’s OK and What’s Not?
2026-10-08 15:00 - 16:00 | https://macouncilofnonprofits.org/events/nonprofit-advocacy-lobbying-and-political-activity-whats-ok-and-whats-not/
Join us for a 90-minute virtual workshop and Q&A covering the basics of nonprofit lobbying, advocacy, and political activities for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations. Organizations focused on social, economic, and political issues may find it especially helpful.
Attendees will learn:
– What constitutes advocacy, lobbying, or political activity
– What rules apply, and what can happen if you break them
– How these rules apply to social media
– Sample language for voter education and “get out the vote”
Presenter: Teresa Santalucia, Klein Hornig

How to Build a Focused, Fundable Grants Strategy
2026-10-15 12:00 - 13:00 | https://macouncilofnonprofits.org/events/how-to-build-a-focused-fundable-grants-strategy/
For small nonprofits, successful grant seeking starts long before you submit an application. This practical webinar explores why small nonprofits face unique challenges in foundation fundraising and introduces a four-part framework for building a more focused, sustainable grants strategy. Participants will learn how to set realistic expectations, focus limited time and capacity, and build a grants program designed for long-term success.

Conflict as a Catalyst
2026-10-15 16:00 - 17:00 | https://macouncilofnonprofits.org/events/conflict-as-a-catalyst/
Project Adventure’s Taste of imPAct is a 60-minute virtual series offering practical tools, tangible takeaways, and space to explore how each month’s leadership topic is showing up in your organization. It is offered on the third Thursday of every month from 4:00-5:00pm EST.
In this session, reframe conflict as an opportunity for growth with practical tools for navigating tension productively. Gain tangible strategies and space to consider how conflict is currently showing up in your work.

Consultation: AI Policies for Nonprofits
2026-10-21 10:00 - 12:00 | https://macouncilofnonprofits.org/events/consultation-ai-policies-for-nonprofits/
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already impacting businesses, nonprofits, and other institutions. AI will enhance, and change, the way we work and how we consume and use information. It’s important that nonprofit organizations of all sizes prepare for AI and develop policies and procedures for how to use it, and how to prevent its misuse. We look forward to working with nonprofits on this important and exciting topic!
Join us for a one-hour workshop, followed by a private consultation with volunteer attorneys for interested nonprofits. Consultation openings are limited; let us know if you’d like to participate.
This is a two-part program:
– 10 AM-11 AM: One-hour workshop on AI Policies (open to all Massachusetts nonprofits)
– 11 AM-12 PM: Private consultation with volunteer attorneys (for a limited number of Massachusetts nonprofits)
During the consultation, volunteer attorneys will review how key aspects of an AI Policy would apply to your nonprofit and provide a sample form. Eligible organizations may request a referral through Lawyers Clearinghouse to follow up on legal issues.
Any Massachusetts nonprofit may register to attend the workshop. Officers, board members, executive directors, and senior managers of Massachusetts nonprofit corporations are welcome to register for the workshop and private consultation.

Nonprofit Incorporation Workshop (Virtual)
2026-11-05 16:00 - 18:00 | https://macouncilofnonprofits.org/events/nonprofit-incorporation-workshop-virtual-2/
An essential overview of how to establish a nonprofit in Massachusetts and obtain a 501(c)(3) tax-exemption, with key points for maintaining tax-exempt status. Strongly recommended for anyone starting a nonprofit. Workshop participants will receive a copy of the presentation slides and additional reference materials. Topics include:
– For-profit or nonprofit?
– What is a nonprofit?
– Incorporating & structuring a nonprofit
– Fiscal sponsorship
– State reporting & regulation
– Federal tax exemption
– Ongoing IRS reporting & regulation
Presenters: Luke Blackadar, Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston; Alyssa Fitzgerald, Goodwin

The Carroll Center for the Blind’s 90th Anniversary
2026-11-07 13:00 - 16:00 | The Carroll Center for the Blind, 770 Centre Street, Newton, MA, 02458, United States
Join us on Saturday, November 7, 2026, as we celebrate the Carroll Center for the Blind’s 90th Anniversary with an Open House from 1:00–4:00 p.m. at the Carroll Center for the Blind in Newton, MA.
This free event brings our community together to honor our past, celebrate our impact, and look ahead to the future of the Carroll Center. Drop in anytime during the afternoon to enjoy:
– An interactive Journey Through History passport experience
– Opportunities to reconnect with fellow clients, alumni, families, staff, and supporters
– Hands-on activities showcasing the programs and services that have shaped generations of Carroll Center clients
– Historical exhibits and stories highlighting 90 years of impact
– Sweet treats and refreshments
Learn More & Register Today: carroll.org/events/90th-anniversary

CORI: What Nonprofits Need to Know to Help Their Clients (Virtual)
2026-11-09 14:00 - 15:30 | https://macouncilofnonprofits.org/events/cori-what-nonprofits-need-to-know-to-help-their-clients-virtual-2/
*Note: This training is not designed to help advise nonprofits on their hiring practices. It is solely focused on assisting clients with criminal records.*
This criminal records training is intended for nonprofits whose staff are involved with counseling or offering services in the community to individuals who may have criminal records. It will address the following:
– What exactly is a criminal record in Massachusetts? Who has the data? Who gets access to the data?
– How can a nonprofit help a client reduce the barriers posed by criminal records?
– What is the process to seal a CORI? Can I refer my client to free legal resources for sealing?
– What rights do individuals with a sealed CORI have when they are applying for a job? Housing?
– What is the process to expunge a charge on a CORI? Are there free legal resources?
– What are the concerns for an individual with a CORI who has an immigration issue?
Presenter: Crispin Birnbaum, Access to Justice Fellow

How to Find the Right Funders for Your Small Nonprofit
2026-11-12 12:00 - 13:00 | https://macouncilofnonprofits.org/events/how-to-find-the-right-funders-for-your-small-nonprofit-2/
Finding foundations isn’t necessarily the hard part. Figuring out which funders are actually worth your limited time is. This webinar introduces a practical approach to prospect research that helps small nonprofits identify and prioritize foundations based on mission and geographic alignment, giving history, and accessibility. Participants will learn how to build a focused prospect list and spend less time chasing opportunities that are unlikely to result in funding.

Volunteering for Seniors Wellness Fair Expo 2026 (Vendor Table Registration)
2026-11-14 11:00 - 13:30 | CareOne Assisted Living, 675 South Main Street, Sharon, MA, 02067, United States
Volunteering for Seniors Inc. invites health providers, wellness professionals, senior care service providers, community organizations, and local businesses to participate in our Wellness Fair Expo 2026.
This event is designed to connect seniors, caregivers, families, and community members with valuable health, wellness, and support resources. Vendors will have the opportunity to share information, promote services, meet potential clients, and build meaningful community connections.

Reflection, Gratitude & Meaningful Work
2026-11-19 16:00 - 17:00 | https://macouncilofnonprofits.org/events/reflection-gratitude-meaningful-work/
Project Adventure’s Taste of imPAct is a 60-minute virtual series offering practical tools, tangible takeaways, and space to explore how each month’s leadership topic is showing up in your organization. It is offered on the third Thursday of every month from 4:00-5:00pm EST.
In this session, reconnect to purpose and impact as the year winds down. Walk away with meaningful reflection tools and time to explore how mission and morale are shaping your organization.

Evening of Angels Gala and Auction
2026-11-20 17:30 - 23:30 | Seaport Hotel Boston, One Seaport Lane, Boston, MA, 02210, United States
A night of hope, celebration, and giving
On November 20, 2026, the Seaport Hotel in Boston will shine brightly as we gather for the 30th Anniversary Evening of Angels, a truly extraordinary evening celebrating three decades of hope, healing, and compassion. This milestone gala brings together the dedicated supporters, volunteer pilots, partners, patients, and friends who have made Angel Flight Northeast’s lifesaving mission possible since 1996.
Together, we will honor the incredible community that ensures distance is never a barrier to medical care—and celebrate the tens of thousands of lives forever changed by their generosity.
Guests will enjoy an elegant and inspiring evening filled with:
A Gourmet Dinner & Entertainment – Savor a delicious meal while enjoying a memorable night of celebration and connection.
Live & Silent Auctions – Bid on exclusive experiences, luxury getaways, and one-of-a-kind items, all to support free medical flights for patients in need.
Raffles & Special Prizes – Exciting opportunities to win incredible prizes while making a meaningful difference.
Honoring Our Heroes – Recognizing the volunteer pilots, partners, donors, and patient families whose compassion and dedication have powered 30 years of hope.
About Angel Flight of New England
Founded in 1996, Angel Flight Northeast (AFNE) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to coordinating free air and ground transportation so children and adults can access lifesaving and life-changing medical care, regardless of financial or geographic barriers.
This mission is made possible by more than 300 volunteer pilots and trusted partnerships with commercial aviation partners, including JetBlue and Cape Air.
Over the past 30 years, Angel Flight Northeast has coordinated more than 111,000 flights, flown over 17 million miles, and connected patients to care at 750+ medical facilities—all at no cost to the families we serve. Each year alone, more than 3,000 flights provide access to cancer treatment, clinical trials, specialized surgery, and critical care.
By attending the 30th Anniversary Evening of Angels, you are celebrating the people who make this mission possible—and helping ensure the next patient can reach the care they need.
Every flight represents hope.
Every supporter makes it possible.
Every year, lives are changed because of this community.
This is more than a gala—it is a celebration of 30 years of compassion, generosity, and the extraordinary people behind Angel Flight Northeast.
Join us as we honor the past, celebrate the present, and ensure hope continues to take flight for years to come.
Individual Ticket – $275
Tables of 10 – $2,750

Closing Strong & Planning Ahead
2026-12-17 16:00 - 17:00 | https://macouncilofnonprofits.org/events/closing-strong-planning-ahead/
Project Adventure’s Taste of imPAct is a 60-minute virtual series offering practical tools, tangible takeaways, and space to explore how each month’s leadership topic is showing up in your organization. It is offered on the third Thursday of every month from 4:00-5:00pm EST.
End the year with clarity and intention through practical reflection and planning tools. Leave with tangible next steps and dedicated time to consider how lessons learned will shape your year ahead.

How to Build a Clear, Fundable Case for Support
2027-01-14 12:00 - 13:00
A strong grant application isn’t built from scratch every time a deadline approaches. It starts with a clear Case for Support that explains who your organization is, why your work matters, what you’re trying to accomplish, and why a funder should invest. This webinar walks small nonprofit leaders through the core elements of a fundable Case for Support and shows how developing this language upfront can make grant writing easier, faster, and more consistent.

Lead Forward: Vision That Mobilizes
2027-01-21 16:00 - 17:00 | https://macouncilofnonprofits.org/events/lead-forward-vision-that-mobilizes/
Project Adventure’s Taste of imPAct is a 60-minute virtual series offering practical tools, tangible takeaways, and space to explore how each month’s leadership topic is showing up in your organization. It is offered on the third Thursday of every month from 4:00-5:00pm EST.
Focused coaching sessions that help leaders articulate a compelling vision, align priorities, and translate big-picture goals into actionable direction for their teams.

How to Build Simple Systems to Sustain Your Grants Work
2027-02-11 12:00 - 13:00 | https://macouncilofnonprofits.org/events/how-to-build-simple-systems-to-sustain-your-grants-work-2/
For small nonprofits, grants are rarely anyone’s only job. Without simple systems in place, deadlines get missed, funder history gets lost, outreach falls by the wayside, and every application can feel like starting over. This webinar introduces practical systems for managing prospects, applications, reporting, funder outreach, and stewardship so organizations can make better use of limited staff time and build grants programs that don’t depend entirely on one person.
