09/25/2026
Day 1 of the 2026 Capacity Building Bootcamp is stacked. We are kicking off Tuesday, October 20th with a full day of actionable strategies spanning AI workflows, donor engagement, event strategy, tech governance, and retirement plans—all 100% free and earning you CFRE continuing education credits!
Here is a sneak peek at Day 1 (Oct 20):
🤖 09:25 AM | Keynote: Build Your AI Workflow
Explore popular AI tools, learn what fits your budget, and build a real, usable framework for your organization.
💬 10:15 AM | Fundraising & Social Sessions:
• Every Level. Every Story. Every Gift Matters. (The science of hope & storytelling)
• Your Donors Didn't Lapse. Your Channels Did. (3 multi-channel plays for year-end)
• The Board Ambassador System (Transform passive reporting boards into active fundraisers with Amy Pokela)
🎤 12:20 PM | Keynote: The Event Isn't the Fundraiser
Turning nonprofit events into a sustainable fundraising strategy with Patrick Benson.
🎟️ 01:00 PM | Afternoon Deep Dives:
• Rev Up Your Engine: Designing high-impact fundraising events with Rebecca Hollander, Destiny Smiros, and Laurie Hochman
• AI, Cybersecurity, and Governance: A survival guide for nonprofits in 2026 with Justin King, Destiny Bowers, and Karim Beldjilali
• 403(b) Plans: Everything you need to know about retirement plans with Matt Thompson
Level up your team’s operations without spending a dollar.
👉 Register for free for Day 1 & full Bootcamp access: https://www.thenonprofitcooperative.org/2026-bootcamp