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⏰ LAST DAY TO APPLY ⏰ Today is your final chance to apply for NPO Desert Fast Pitch 2026. 12 nonprofits will be selected...
06/04/2026

⏰ LAST DAY TO APPLY ⏰

Today is your final chance to apply for NPO Desert Fast Pitch 2026.

12 nonprofits will be selected to participate in an unforgettable 8-week experience focused on storytelling, fundraising, leadership, and pitch coaching before taking the stage in front of 300+ community leaders and supporters.

Of course, the cash grants are significant!

✨ Every selected and participating nonprofit receives a $1,000 grant

🏆 Finalists taking the stage will receive an additional $1,000

💰 Nonprofits compete for awards up to $20,000


Plus, this year’s Grand Finale at Agua Caliente Casino & Resort will also feature keynote speaker J.R. Martinez, whose incredible story of resilience and perseverance reminds us all of the power of storytelling and purpose-driven leadership.

There are so many reasons to join this year's cohort! Jump at the chance; don't let this slip away. Applications close at the end of the day!

🚨 APPLY NOW: https://www.grantinterface.com/Process/Apply?urlkey=rapfoundation


To participate in NPO Desert Fast Pitch, you must be an NPO Centric member! Get your NPO Centric membership TODAY before you apply: https://www.npocentric.org/

🚨Only 2 Days Left to Apply for NPO Desert Fast Pitch 2026!🚨 This is your chance to take the stage, strengthen your story...
06/03/2026

🚨Only 2 Days Left to Apply for NPO Desert Fast Pitch 2026!🚨

This is your chance to take the stage, strengthen your storytelling skills, and compete for funding that can help move your mission forward.

✨ Every selected and participating nonprofit receives a $1,000 grant

🏆 Finalists receive an additional $1,000

💰 Competition awards include:

$20,000 — First Place

$15,000 — Second Place

$10,000 — Third Place

$5,000 — Audience Choice Award

Plus, additional awards for Best Portfolio and Most Improved.

But the experience goes beyond funding.

Selected nonprofits also receive:

✔️ 8 weeks of coaching and mentorship

✔️ Storytelling and presentation training

✔️ Exposure to funders, business leaders, and media

✔️ A supportive cohort experience with fellow nonprofits

✔️ Tools and confidence that continue long after the competition

🗓 Applications close on June 4th, 2026.

Apply now: https://www.grantinterface.com/Process/Apply?urlkey=rapfoundation


To participate in NPO Desert Fast Pitch, you must be an NPO Centric member! Get your NPO Centric membership TODAY before you apply: https://www.npocentric.org/

🔴 We are LIVE right now for Designing for Dollars!If you're building or revamping a program to attract funding — this se...
06/02/2026

🔴 We are LIVE right now for Designing for Dollars!

If you're building or revamping a program to attract funding — this session is for you. We're diving into the strategies you need to secure vital funding and contracts.

Theresa Fowler was incredible! Thanks to our partner for sharing in the knowledge!

Capacity Building

Thinking about buying a home? Join our NPO Centric member, Lift to Rise, at their FREE Homebuyer Workshops this June and...
06/02/2026

Thinking about buying a home? Join our NPO Centric member, Lift to Rise, at their FREE Homebuyer Workshops this June and get the tools, resources, and guidance you need to start your journey toward homeownership!

📍 Workshop Locations & Dates:
🏡 Tuesday, June 2 — Palm Desert
🏡 Thursday, June 11 — Coachella
🏡 Thursday, June 18 — Cathedral City

Whether you’re just starting or ready to buy, these workshops are packed with valuable information and resources. Bring a friend and join us! 🙌

06/02/2026

When the NPO Desert Fast Pitch finalists take the stage, they are impossible to ignore. 🔥

Last year’s finalist, Karrie Friends CV, used the numbers to nail her strong finish that captivated audiences and peers alike to name her the winner of the "Most Improved" award at Desert Fast Pitch 2025 providing Friends of the Children - Coachella Valley an additional $5,000.00 in prize funding!

It's amazing to see the way each nonprofit’s story comes to life in a way that feels compelling, unforgettable, and deeply mission-driven. And the learning doesn’t stop there. From coaching and mentorship to confidence-building and stronger connections, participants walk away with invaluable experience that continues long after the finale.

That’s the true impact of NPO Desert Fast Pitch: strong pitches, lasting growth, and stories that stay with you. ✨


Apply today to experience this valuable program and level up your mission: https://www.grantinterface.com/Process/Apply?urlkey=rapfoundation


➡️To participate in NPO Desert Fast Pitch, you must be an NPO Centric member! Get your NPO Centric membership TODAY before you apply: https://www.npocentric.org/


🌞 Make the Most of June!Our community is buzzing with exciting events hosted by our NPO Centric members. Take a look and...
06/01/2026

🌞 Make the Most of June!

Our community is buzzing with exciting events hosted by our NPO Centric members. Take a look and find something that you’d like to join!

• City of Desert Hot Springs Presents Day at the Ballpark!
Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 7:00 at the Palm Springs Stadium
1901 E Baristo Road, Palm Springs
Come out and represent Desert Hot Springs and enjoy a great night at the ballpark.

• NPO Centric’s UCR Professional Certificate in Nonprofit Management Graduation
Friday, June 12, 2026 from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM at the UCR - Palm Desert Campus

• Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert’s Summer Camp Registration
1st week: June 15 – June 19 (total of 8 weeks!) Monday-Friday 9:00-3:00 | $350 for the week!
Details and Registration www.cdmod.org

• Hanson House Foundation’s Desert Roots event
Saturday, June 20th from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM at Cashe Estate
Reception tickets are $75 per person available at:
https://givebutter.com/desert-roots-a-sunset-reception-for-wellness-community-72asl5

Amazing programs deserve great funding. 💡💰Join us tomorrow, June 2 at 2 PM for Designing for Dollars, a FREE virtual wor...
06/01/2026

Amazing programs deserve great funding. 💡💰

Join us tomorrow, June 2 at 2 PM for Designing for Dollars, a FREE virtual workshop hosted by NPO Centric + CBO Alliance and powered by Kaiser Permanente.

In this interactive 90-minute session, you’ll learn how to:
✔ Build a strong, fundable program model
✔ Identify funding opportunities & partnerships
✔ Understand government contracting requirements
✔ Create measurable outcomes funders value

Your next grant opportunity starts here. 🚀

“Being a part of Desert Fast Pitch sharpened my voice as an advocate.” 🎤 NPO Desert Fast Pitch will be a transformationa...
05/30/2026

“Being a part of Desert Fast Pitch sharpened my voice as an advocate.” 🎤

NPO Desert Fast Pitch will be a transformational experience that helps nonprofit leaders grow their confidence, strengthen their storytelling, and learn how to connect their mission with meaningful community investment.

Last year's finalist Lauren Bruggemans experienced a transformational boost in confidence—one that made her a stronger, more effective leader in her nonprofit work and beyond.

From pitch coaching and mentorship to funding opportunities and lasting skills, participants walk away empowered to advocate more boldly for the communities they serve.

For nonprofits ready to amplify their impact, the experience can be truly invaluable. 💙

So, don't wait to apply! Grab your chance at being 1 of the 12 selected organizations to participate in NPO Desert Fast Pitch 2026.

✨APPLY TODAY: https://www.grantinterface.com/Process/Apply?urlkey=rapfoundation

➡️To participate in NPO Desert Fast Pitch, you must be an NPO Centric member! Get your NPO Centric membership TODAY before you apply: https://www.npocentric.org/

05/30/2026

Did that hook you in to know more about the winner of Desert Fast Pitch 2025, Ramon Ramos’ organization? 🪝


Last year’s participants captivated audiences with powerful storytelling, authentic passion, and compelling visions for change. Behind every such enticing pitch is something even more valuable: weeks of growth, coaching, mentorship, and community. Beyond the substantial cash grants, participants gain hands-on training in storytelling, fundraising, marketing, and leadership.

The final pitches may last only 3 minutes, but the impact of the NPO Desert Fast Pitch program lasts far beyond the stage. ✨

We encourage you to apply TODAY so that you don't miss your chance to strengthen your organization's voice and expand its impact.

🔔Friendly Reminder: Deadline to apply is June 4, 2026!

Apply NOW: https://www.grantinterface.com/Process/Apply?urlkey=rapfoundation


➡️To participate in NPO Desert Fast Pitch, you must be an NPO Centric member! Get your NPO Centric membership TODAY before you apply: https://www.npocentric.org/

“Beyond the pitch itself, the mentorship, coaching, and connections I gained were invaluable, not to mention the prize m...
05/28/2026

“Beyond the pitch itself, the mentorship, coaching, and connections I gained were invaluable, not to mention the prize money we won.” 💙

One of the most powerful parts of NPO Desert Fast Pitch is watching nonprofit leaders' step beyond their comfort zones and discover just how impactful their voices can be.


For our finalist and winner of the "Most Improved" award, Karrie Schaaf, Desert Fast Pitch became more than a pitch competition. It became a journey of growth, mentorship, confidence, connection, and community.

“Desert Fast Pitch creates a space where nonprofit leaders feel supported, inspired, and empowered to grow their mission.”


From coaching and camaraderie to new friendships and lasting skills, the experience continues long after the finale stage.


🗓 Applications for NPO Desert Fast Pitch 2026 close on June 4. So, are you ready to level up?

➡️Apply NOW: https://www.grantinterface.com/Process/Apply?urlkey=rapfoundation

To participate in NPO Desert Fast Pitch, you must be an NPO Centric member! Get your NPO Centric membership TODAY before you apply: https://www.npocentric.org/


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