Learn about the guidelines and application process for Mass Cultural Council’s Operating Grants for Organizations program, which provides multi-year, unrestricted operating grants to nonprofit organizations and Cultural Affiliates that enrich Massachusetts’ cultural life.

As a nonprofit you are all about making the world a gentler, more just, generous, life-affirming, and equitable place. Dynamic Self-Governance, also called Sociocracy, can help live these ideals as an organization. Think about it: how are you making decisions? Who holds the power in your organization? How democratic are your processes, how equitable your structure,

Is your nonprofit new to the grant world? Before investing time and resources into proposal writing, make sure your organization is well-positioned for success with grants. This webinar will help you assess if you are! And if not, we have a special guest to share their expertise on other forms of fundraising your nonprofit can

The National Aging and Disability Transportation Center and National RTAP will co-host a webinar to discuss the importance for all 5310 and 5311 providers to ensure their websites, digital content, and transit apps are fully accessible to people with disabilities. The presentation will provide information about digital accessibility, show how inaccessible websites and apps can

Conflicts of interest, if not managed appropriately, could violate a nonprofit director’s or officer’s duty of loyalty, raise questions for donors, trigger IRS penalties against the nonprofit and individuals, or even cause an investigation by the MA Attorney General’s Office. Join us for this helpful workshop, presented by Michael (Mike) McGrath, a partner at the

Learn about how to apply to MDAR's Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, which will fund projects that enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops across Massachusetts.

Learn about how to apply to MDAR's Federal State Marketing Improvement Program, which will fund projects that relate to marketing and promotion of agricultural products.

With tens of thousands of nonprofits sharing demographic data via their Candid profiles, the social sector now has the data to move beyond intention and into action. In 2024, Candid, a nonprofit organization that provides comprehensive data and insights about the social sector, released a report on The State of Diversity in the U.S. Nonprofit

Month-end is a challenging time for many nonprofit organizations. The pressure to compile information from a variety of systems, coordinate between departments, and balance schedules can be stressful. This free webinar will cover common issues with the month-end close, along with strategies to help streamline the process and make your close more efficient. The program

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 &

The FY26 Massachusetts 250 Grant Program is a competitive grant program that will award funds to support programming and marketing that tell the stories of the American Revolution in Massachusetts and will increase tourism and travel to and within Massachusetts.

Learn more about the guidelines and application process for Creative Experiences, grants which fund festivals, projects, residencies, and other cultural activities in the arts, humanities, and sciences.

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

Multiple lawsuits are underway to protect charitable nonprofits from blocks to federal funding they have earned, and to challenge attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The National Council of Nonprofits is hosting this informational webinar to explain the current legal landscape and to highlight how philanthropic leaders are acting with urgency in supporting nonprofits

Access Office Hours are provided for staff from cultural institutions to build and/or improve upon institutional access in both principle and practice. These are informal, yet informed conversations with experts and peers, covering a variety of topics relevant to core business competencies.