The Nonprofit Summit is back—and you're invited to be part of an inspiring day dedicated to strengthening the nonprofit community across East Central Indiana.

In today’s mental health-aware workplace, leaders are called to embody both empathy and clarity—leading with heart and backbone. This 90-minute session offers practical tools and reflective dialogue to help leaders navigate the tension between compassion and accountability. Participants will explore how to set boundaries without losing connection, respond to emotional challenges with integrity, and foster a culture of psychological safety while maintaining clarity of expectations. Through vignettes, guided exercises, and peer exchange, leaders will leave with renewed confidence to lead with both courage and care.

This peer group provides a space for nonprofit executive directors to gather for professional development and collaboration.

Managing a nonprofit’s mission means managing its money — but nonprofit accounting isn’t just business accounting with different vocabulary. It requires a unique understanding of fund restrictions, program allocations, compliance, and how to tell your financial story to donors, boards, and funders alike.

This 90-minute session will demystify the fundamentals of nonprofit accounting, helping you better understand the structure of nonprofit financial statements, how to track restricted vs. unrestricted funds, and what financial metrics really matter. Whether you’re new to financial oversight or seeking a better grasp of the numbers you report each month, this session will equip you with tools and insights to manage your mission with greater confidence and clarity.

Join us for this special session to help you determine what to share and how to share. Is it something that should be a press release or social media post? How to create and maintain your organization’s voice? Learn from someone with newsroom experience and community engagement experience.

This workshop will cover: Transitioning from Peer to Supervisor, Coaching and Feedback, Supervising in a Mission-Based Environment, Performance Management, and Communication and Delegation.

In today’s competitive labor market, cultivating a strong and sustainable talent pipeline is essential for nonprofit success. This session, led by professionals from local and state workforce agencies, explores how service learning can be leveraged to address both immediate organizational needs and long-term workforce development goals. Participants will learn how to partner with educational institutions, workforce development boards, and community programs to create meaningful service learning opportunities that not only enhance organizational capacity but also introduce potential future employees to the nonprofit sector. This session will offer real-world examples, practical tools, and insights from workforce professionals who understand how service learning can drive recruitment, retention, and mission alignment.

This peer group provides a space for discussion of resource development topics facilitated by Adam Clevenger, CFRE.

This peer group provides a space for nonprofit executive directors to gather for professional development and collaboration.

This peer group provides a space for discussion of resource development topics facilitated by Adam Clevenger, CFRE.

Effective governance is the backbone of a successful nonprofit. Clear, well-crafted bylaws and board member expectations help organizations operate smoothly, mitigate risks, and ensure alignment with their mission. Yet, many nonprofits struggle with outdated or unclear governance documents, leading to confusion, inefficiencies, and legal vulnerabilities.

In this session, a legal expert will guide nonprofit leaders through the key elements of strong bylaws and how to set clear expectations for board members. Attendees will learn best practices for drafting, updating, and enforcing bylaws to support a well-functioning board and organization. Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining existing governance structures, this session will provide practical insights and legal considerations to help your nonprofit thrive.

This peer group provides a space for nonprofit executive directors to gather for professional development and collaboration.

All Aboard: Board Leadership in Motion is a three-hour workshop ideal for individuals who have a desire to serve on a not-for-profit board but want to learn more about what serving as a board member entails, and how to find the potential board opportunity that suits their interests and skill sets.

Individuals who currently work at a nonprofit organization located in or serving Muncie-Delaware County are invited to the Nonprofit Support Network Spring Social Event. We will celebrate during First Thursday with drinks, sweet treats, and door prizes.

This engaging panel discussion is designed to help nonprofit leaders and professionals build sustainable, effective relationships with local funders. Beyond the grant proposal process, maintaining ongoing communication and cultivating meaningful partnerships are critical to long-term funding success. Panelists will share real-world strategies, best practices, and lessons learned from their experiences in working with local funders.

This peer group provides a space for discussion of resource development topics facilitated by Adam Clevenger, CFRE.

Muncie Public Library, in collaboration with Nonprofit Support Network, is hosting a three-part grant writing program tailored for nonprofits in Muncie-Delaware County.

This peer group provides a space for nonprofit executive directors to gather for professional development and collaboration.

This engaging panel discussion is designed to help nonprofit leaders and professionals build sustainable, effective relationships with local funders. Beyond the grant proposal process, maintaining ongoing communication and cultivating meaningful partnerships are critical to long-term funding success. Panelists will share real-world strategies, best practices, and lessons learned from their experiences in working with local funders.

Muncie Public Library, in collaboration with Nonprofit Support Network, is hosting a three-part grant writing program tailored for nonprofits in Muncie-Delaware County.

This hands-on workshop offers a deep dive into the art of making the ask. Through interactive role-playing exercises, participants will learn how to engage donors effectively, craft compelling cases for support, and confidently address objections. Whether you're new to fundraising or seeking to refine your approach, this bootcamp provides a practical and supportive setting for growth.

This interactive session will demystify the grant-seeking process, providing practical tools and strategies for identifying, applying for, and managing state and federal grants.

Muncie Public Library, in collaboration with Nonprofit Support Network, is hosting a three-part grant writing program tailored for nonprofits in Muncie-Delaware County.

Are you a previous CORE Fundraising Training participant? Join us for a cohort reunion filled with meaningful discussions and personalized discussions.

Are you a previous CORE Fundraising Training participant? Join us for a cohort reunion filled with meaningful discussions and personalized discussions.

This peer group provides a space for nonprofit executive directors to gather for professional development and collaboration.

Nonprofit staff and volunteers are invited to gather and celebrate the end of the year at the annual Nonprofit Holiday Celebration.

In order to make better decisions and plan for the future, it is important to not only understand where your organization's funding is coming from but also how those funds are spent.

This peer group provides a space for nonprofit executive directors to gather for professional development and collaboration.

Shafer Leadership Academy’s Lunch & Learn Program: Workplace Serenity: Strategies for Stress Reduction. This session will develop participants’ awareness of personal stress triggers and sources within the workplace. Learn practical stress management techniques, including breathing exercises and physical movement, to proactively manage stress and maintain mental clarity.