Create Good Conference

03/27/2026

Thank you to everyone who made Create Good 2026 a huge success. The speakers, the volunteers, the sponsors, and every single attendee made this year magical. We’re so proud of the moments we created over the last 3 days. Go forth and CREATE GOOD.

03/13/2026

Conference days are full.

Big ideas.
New connections.
Pages of notes.

But some of the best conversations happen after the sessions end.

We’re hosting a special Create Good Happy Hour with our friends at Donorbox — and it’s designed for real talk. The kind where you swap lessons learned, compare notes on what’s actually working, and build relationships that last longer than a LinkedIn follow.

Good drinks.
Smart nonprofit people.
Zero panels.

And here’s the important part: this happy hour is exclusively for Create Good attendees.

No extra ticket.
No public RSVP.
You have to be in the room to be invited.

If you’ve been thinking about joining us, consider this your sign.

Grab your Create Good ticket and come raise a glass with us.

03/12/2026

Nonprofit communications can feel like organized chaos.

Too many priorities.
Too many channels.
Not enough time to think.

At Create Good, we’re stepping back from the whirlwind and getting practical.

**Mastering the Mess: How to Simplify Your Nonprofit’s Communications Plan**

In this session, Dawn Crawford will share a clear, focused approach to building a communications plan that actually works — without overcomplicating it.

You’ll learn how to:

• Clarify and prioritize the core messages that matter most
• Choose the right channels instead of trying to be everywhere
• Build flexibility into your plan so it can grow and adapt with your organization

If your communications strategy feels scattered or overwhelming, this session will help you bring order to the chaos and focus on what truly moves the needle.

Create Good tickets are on sale now. Join us and simplify your strategy for greater impact.

Get your ticket here: https://www.creategoodconference.com/session/mastering-the-mess-how-to-simplify-your-nonprofits-communications-plan/

03/11/2026

Most websites are not intentionally inaccessible.

But that does not stop them from excluding people every single day.

Small design decisions.
Content structure choices.
Navigation that works for some but not for all.

At Create Good, we are digging into what it really means to build websites that work for everyone.

**Who’s Locked Out of Your Website?**

Brian Crawford will explore why accessibility is not a final checklist item but a planning decision that should shape your process from the start.

In this session, you will learn:

• How to think about accessibility earlier so you do not have to retrofit it later
• Why designing for the edges leads to clearer, stronger websites overall
• Why usability work does not end at launch day

If your website is central to your mission, fundraising, or community engagement, this conversation matters.

Create Good tickets are on sale now. Join us and build digital experiences that include more people and work better for everyone.

Get your ticket here: https://www.creategoodconference.com/session/whos-locked-out-of-your-website/

03/10/2026

Your email list is your party. But are you sending them into battle with a strategy… or just vibes?

Spam traps lurk in the shadows.
Subject lines fail their saving throws.
And one wrong move can lead to a total party kill.

At Create Good, it’s time to upgrade your campaign.

**Roll for Opens: Critical Hits and Clickthroughs**

Kate Runy is your Dungeon Master for this quest, using the world of Dungeons and Dragons to break down nonprofit email strategy into something practical, memorable, and actually fun.

You’ll learn how to:

• Assemble a balanced email party that plays to its strengths
• Spot traps before your campaign falls apart
• Craft subject lines that land critical hits
• Complete the ultimate quest: engagement and action

Whether you’re a level 1 email bard or a seasoned campaign paladin, you’ll leave with new tools in your player’s handbook and a smarter strategy for your next send.

The dungeon isn’t getting easier.
But your strategy can get stronger.

Create Good tickets are on sale now. Join the party and roll for opens that convert.

Claim your seat here: https://www.creategoodconference.com/session/roll-for-opens-critical-hits-and-clickthroughs/

03/09/2026

Selling a product is not the same as advancing a mission. But corporate communications has a lot to teach nonprofit storytellers.

At Create Good, Theresa Rizzuto brings more than a decade of experience in graphic design and creative direction for e-commerce brands and translates it for the nonprofit world.

**What Corporate Comms Taught Me About Nonprofit Storytelling**

In this session, you’ll learn how to:

• Adapt brand-driven design and content strategies for mission-focused work
• Use design thinking to strengthen fundraising and program storytelling
• Measure success based on impact, not just clicks
• Shift from corporate grind to purpose-driven communications

If you want your visuals, messaging, and platforms to work harder for your mission, this session delivers practical strategies you can use right away.

Create Good tickets are on sale now. Join us and sharpen your storytelling for real impact.

Get your ticket here: https://www.creategoodconference.com/session/what-corporate-comms-taught-me-about-nonprofit-storytelling/

03/08/2026

If you lead a team, this session is for you.

Not another lecture. Not another panel. An out of your seat, hands on experience.

**Flex Your Leadership Muscle**

Nancy Cox, Gallup Certified Strengths Coach and longtime nonprofit leader, will help you identify your dominant leadership style and show you how to intentionally lead from your strengths.

You’ll learn how to:
• Maximize your own leadership impact
• Support your team’s individual strengths
• Build stronger, more effective cross functional teams

Expect interactive exercises, real world application, and a few “ah ha” moments along the way.

If you want to lead with more clarity and get better results without burning out your team, don’t miss this one.

Create Good tickets are on sale now. Join us and start leading from your strengths.

Get your ticket here: https://www.creategoodconference.com/session/flex-your-leadership-muscle/

03/07/2026

Nonprofit work asks a lot of us.

Move fast.
Care deeply.
Hold everything.

But when do we pause?

At Create Good, we’re making space for something different.

**Come Home to Yourself: Practices for Presence, Connection, and Care**

Ally Karsyn will lead an interactive session with simple, grounding practices to help you slow down, breathe, and reconnect with yourself and others.

This isn’t about adding one more thing to your plate.
It’s about creating a reset so you can return to your work with clarity and compassion.

If you need a soft landing in the middle of big, important work, this session is for you.

Create Good tickets are on sale now. Join us and give yourself space to come back to the center.

Get your ticket here: https://www.creategoodconference.com/session/come-home-to-yourself-practices-for-presence-connection-and-care/

03/06/2026

Nonprofit storytelling can feel like pure survival mode.

Too many needs.
Not enough time.
And constant pressure to just get something out.

At Create Good, we’re slowing that chaos down.

**From Panic to Purpose: How to Tell Stories That Stick (Even on a Small Team)**

Broc Baird from the Food Bank of West Central Texas will share a simple, repeatable approach to finding meaningful stories, shaping clear narratives, and sharing them in ways people actually respond to.

You’ll leave with practical steps and tools you can use immediately — even if you’re a team of one.

If you want storytelling that drives connection instead of just filling space, this session is for you.

Create Good tickets are on sale now. Join us and build stories with purpose.

Get your ticket here: https://www.creategoodconference.com/session/from-panic-to-purpose-how-to-tell-stories-that-stick-even-on-a-small-team/

03/05/2026

Featuring young people in a photo isn’t the same as centering youth voice.

As Gen Z becomes a core audience, donor base, and workforce, nonprofits that treat youth voice like a trend risk losing trust and relevance.

At Create Good, we’re exploring a smarter approach.

**Youth Voice as a Communication Strategy: Why It’s Not a Trend, It’s a Transformation**

Sonali Ratnasinghe will share practical frameworks for moving beyond tokenism and embedding youth voice into your content strategy, storytelling process, and narrative decision-making.

You’ll walk away with tools to:
• Source and shape authentic stories
• Share power responsibly
• Align youth-driven narratives with your brand
• Build credibility across generations

If your organization wants to stay relevant in a changing nonprofit landscape, this session is essential.

Create Good tickets are on sale now. Join us and learn how to turn youth voice into a long-term strategy, not a passing moment.

Get your ticket here: https://www.creategoodconference.com/session/youth-voice-as-a-communication-strategy-why-its-not-a-trend-its-a-transformation/

03/04/2026

Texting isn’t just a reminder tool. It can move people.

At Create Good, we’re pulling back the curtain on how MoveOn uses SMS to mobilize at scale during major moments like Hands Off, No Kings Day, and Election Day turnout.

"Turning Text Messages into Movements: How MoveOn Mobilizes the Masses"

Amanda Robinson and Rabiah Elisa will share the texting tactics that drive real action — and how nonprofit digital and comms teams can apply them, no matter the size of your list.

If you’re looking to activate supporters quickly and effectively, this session is for you.

Create Good tickets are on sale now. Join us and learn how to turn your next text into real world impact.

Get your ticket here: https://www.creategoodconference.com/session/turning-text-messages-into-movements-how-moveon-mobilizes-the-masses/

08/07/2024

🎉 Summer Freebies: 50+ Sessions of Nonprofit Comms Gold! 🎉 -

Ever heard the phrase, "Nothing in life is free"? Well, we're here to prove that wrong! 🎤 mic drop This August, we're giving you access to ALL our Create Good nonprofit communications educational sessions—for FREE! Yes, you read that right. Free. Gratis. On the house. No strings attached. 🆓