LEADERSHIP AND TEAM TRAININGS FOR
LOCAL NONPROFITS
The Nonprofit Initiative helps local nonprofit agencies establish infrastructure, governance and capacity building best practices, allowing them to build a solid foundation upon which to leverage philanthropy to the best advantage of their programs, clients and community. This completely free and vital support, delivered by a diverse lineup of regionally and nationally recognized presenters, is the bedrock of Placer Community Foundation’s direct support to local nonprofits. It plays a pivotal role in empowering organizations that contribute to our community's well-being.
In 2026, 151 nonprofits received this free training on a variety of relevant topics. Our annual Nonprofit Leadership Summit brings in national experts to speak on best practices for board governance and strategies to maximize greater community impact. The Summit draws 200 local nonprofit board members and executive staff, representing 50 different organizations.
Since 2017, Placer Community Foundation has partnered with the Center for Nonprofit Leadership, now housed at the Community Foundation of Nevada County, to administer this program. Through this mutually beneficial partnership, our organizations have worked hand in hand to strengthen the capacity of our local nonprofit community by offering high quality training that is practical and actionable. We are grateful to work with CNL on this important initiative.
2026 Nonprofit Leadership Board Essential
Getting to Great Workshop
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 from 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Placer County HHS Conference Center, Cordova Room
11434 B Avenue, Auburn, 95603
Who should attend: Board Members – new and potential board members and those currently serving and looking to strengthen their effectiveness, Executive Directors & staff wishing to learn and support their directors.
Dinner will be provided for all attendees.
More details below.
2026 Trainings & Workshops
Nonprofit Leadership Summit
Strategic Board Fundraising Made Doable with
Brian Saber
Thursday, March 19, 2026
8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Orchard Creek Lodge,
965 Orchard Creek Drive, Lincoln, CA
For More Information
Please register By March 5th
Webinar Watch Party
Tom Ahern’s ‘Profitable Secrets of Great Donor Newsletters’’
Thursday, February 26, 2026
9 am - 11:00 am
Online Session via Zoom
For More Information
Please register By February 24th
Make Your Nonprofit Website Work Harder for You
A hands-on workshop for nonprofit marketing leaders with Erika Willett Kosina
Wednesday, January 21st
9:30 am – 11:30 am
Please register by January 19th
Form 990: Tips, Tricks, and Red Flags
Trainer: Dylan Valentine from CLA
Wednesday, June 10
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Zoom (online session)
For More Information
Registration Deadline: Friday, June 5th
Please use the full name of your organization, NO acronyms.
This practical training walks through the most common problem areas and best practices for preparing and reviewing Form 990.
We will cover the purpose of the return, big picture preparation tips, and frequent errors across key financial sections, including revenue classification, functional expenses, and balance sheet consistency.
The session will also highlight governance and transparency considerations, high risk areas such as compensation and related party transactions, and how to review the Form 990 with a regulator or donor focused mindset.
Attendees will leave with concrete tips to reduce risk, improve consistency, and strengthen the overall quality of the filing.
Board Essentials: Getting to Great Workshop
Trainer: Megan Joseph and Wendy Willoughby from CNL
Wednesday, June 3
5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Placer County HHS Conference Center, Cordova Room 11434 B Avenue, Auburn, 95603
For More Information
Registration Deadline: Monday, June 1st
Please use the full name of your organization, NO acronyms.
Participants will come away KNOWing the 10 essential functions charged to those serving on nonprofit boards.
You will learn how to BE a role model and adopt the attributes of a strong, effective director. And finally, leave prepared to DO the rewarding work of a productive leadership team.
Suggested Participants: Board Members – New, potential and those currently serving and looking to strengthen their effectiveness, Executive Directors & staff wishing to learn and support their directors.
AI In Depth For Nonprofits
Trainer: Ken Krugler from AI for Community
Tuesday, April 21 & Wednesday, April 22
9:00 am – 11:00 am
Placer County HHS Conference Center, Cordova Room 11434 B Avenue, Auburn, 95603
For More Information
Registration Deadline: Friday, April 17th
Please register only if you are certain you can attend, as space is very limited. The event has a maximum capacity of 40 participants.
Prerequisite: AI Essentials (or equivalent). A paid ChatGPT, Gemini, or Claude subscription is required. Bring a device with internet access. You must be able to attend both sessions.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This will be a combination of information delivery and hands-on practice. Each attendee MUST have a working laptop or tablet capable of accessing the internet – a mobile phone is NOT ACCEPTABLE.
You must be able to attend both sessions.
AI Essentials for Nonprofits
Trainer: Ken Krugler from AI for Community
When: Tuesday, March 31st & Wednesday, April 1st | 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Placer County HHS Conference Center, Cordova Room
11434 B Avenue, Auburn, 95603
For More Information
Registration Deadline: Friday, March 27th
Please register only if you are certain you can attend,
as space is very limited. The event has a maximum capacity of 40 participants.
Prerequisite: AI Essentials (or equivalent). A paid ChatGPT, Gemini, or Claude subscription required. Bring a device with internet access. You must be able to attend both sessions.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This will be a combination of information delivery and hands-on practice. Each attendee MUST have a working laptop or tablet capable of accessing the internet – a mobile phone is NOT ACCEPTABLE.
You must be able to attend both sessions.
Our Thanks to Nonprofit Initiative Sponsors
Anonymous donors
Larry and Linda Welch Charitable Fund at PCF
Leo W. Ryan and Geraldine Suskin Community Fund at PCF
Robert and Stephanie Snyder Fund at PCF
Ruth Burgess Women's Fund at Placer Community Foundation
Thomasmeyer Family Fund at PCF
Veronica Blake Fund