BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalNonprofits - ECPv6.17.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:CalNonprofits X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://calnonprofits.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for CalNonprofits REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250904T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250904T120000 DTSTAMP:20250720T011239Z CREATED:20250720T011238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250720T011239Z UID:10000092-1756983600-1756987200@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:CalNonprofits Annual Members Meeting DESCRIPTION:What’s on the horizon for CalNonprofits? How can you make the most of your membership and benefits? Join our board and staff to learn about what we’re doing to support our sector\, your organizations\, and the communities you serve. \n\n\n\n \n Register Here URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/calnonprofits-annual-members-meeting-2/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250826T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250826T111500 DTSTAMP:20250815T225909Z CREATED:20250805T164259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T225909Z UID:10000096-1756202400-1756206900@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Guidance for Nonprofits and Foundations Facing Federal Pressure DESCRIPTION:Nonprofits and foundations are increasingly navigating a political minefield. Whether you’ve been directly targeted or simply want to be prepared\, join the next CA Policy Forum for expert legal insights. \n\n\n\nA panel of seasoned nonprofit attorneys will translate complex laws into clear\, actionable guidance—helping you: \n\n\n\n – Identify key legal red flags – Implement practical strategies to protect your organization – Navigate compliance challenges and mitigate risks \n\n\n\nYou’ll also get a first look at the new Defending Equity Initiative\, a pro bono legal service for 501(c)(3)s unfairly targeted for DEI work\, immigrant support\, or other progressive causes. \n\n\n\n \n Register Here URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/guidance-for-nonprofits-and-foundations-facing-federal-pressure/ CATEGORIES:CA Policy Forum,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/svg+xml:https://calnonprofits.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Cal-Policy-Forum-Logo-2024.svg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250822T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250822T120000 DTSTAMP:20250727T020543Z CREATED:20250725T204349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T020543Z UID:10000093-1755856800-1755864000@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Partner Event: Nonprofit Town Hall DESCRIPTION:Join Senator Monique Limón\, Assemblymember Steve Bennett\, and community partners for a Nonprofit Town Hall. \n\n\n\nGet the latest updates on state legislation and the budget’s impact on the nonprofit sector. Keynote Speaker Geoff Green\, from CalNonprofits\, will offer insight into policy and advocacy opportunities for your organization. \n\n\n\nLocation:Ventura County Office of Education – Salon C5100 Adolfo Road\, Camarillo\, CA 93012 \n\n\n\nCommunity Partners:CLU Center for Nonprofit LeadershipVentura County Community FoundationVentura County Office of Education \n\n\n\n \n Register Here URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/partner-event-nonprofit-town-hall/ CATEGORIES:In-Person END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250812T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250812T114500 DTSTAMP:20250610T163844Z CREATED:20250610T163804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T163844Z UID:10000082-1754996400-1754999100@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:New Member Orientation DESCRIPTION:Welcome to CalNonprofits! As a new member\, we invite you to join us for an informative session to help get you oriented to our community\, update you on our policy and advocacy efforts\, and share the resources available to you. We’ll cover everything you need to know to make the most of your membership. This is your opportunity to learn\, ask questions\, and get plugged in! \n\n\n\n \n Register Here URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/new-member-orientation-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250807T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250807T120000 DTSTAMP:20250804T155644Z CREATED:20250731T194350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T155644Z UID:10000095-1754564400-1754568000@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Understanding the California Budget DESCRIPTION:Discover how California’s 2025–26 budget decisions shape our state’s future in this webinar presented by the California Budget & Policy Center. \n\n\n\nWe’ll explore the legislative process\, key updates from the May Revision\, and critical takeaways for Californians. Gain insights into how these fiscal choices impact our communities\, especially in education\, health\, childcare\, and immigrant programs\, and what they mean for the year ahead. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed\, engaged\, and ready to act! \n\n\n\nSpeakers:Laura Pryor Research Director\, California Budget and Policy CenterScott GravesBudget Director\, California Budget and Policy CenterGeoff GreenCEO\, CalNonprofit \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/understanding-the-california-budget-2/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://calnonprofits.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Aug-7-WP-Short-e1753728796771.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T121500 DTSTAMP:20250724T225532Z CREATED:20250613T225652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T225532Z UID:10000087-1753873200-1753877700@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:The Johnson Amendment: Safeguarding Nonprofit Nonpartisanship in a Polarized Era DESCRIPTION:Since its enactment in 1954\, the Johnson Amendment has served as a cornerstone in maintaining the nonpartisan nature of 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. This provision prohibits tax-exempt entities\, including charities\, religious institutions\, and educational organizations\, from endorsing or opposing political candidates. However\, recent political discourse has reignited debates over its relevance and enforcement\, raising concerns about the potential erosion of public trust in the nonprofit sector. \n\n\n\nThis webinar will delve into the historical context\, current challenges\, and future implications of the Johnson Amendment\, including: \n\n\n\n\n– The origins and intent behind the 1954 legislation.\n\n\n\n– The role of the amendment in preserving the integrity and public trust of nonprofits.\n\n\n\n– Recent efforts to challenge or repeal the provision and their potential impact.\n\n\n\n– Guidance for nonprofit leaders on navigating advocacy and political engagement within legal boundaries.\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an insightful discussion featuring experts in nonprofit law and policy\, aimed at equipping organizations with the knowledge to uphold their missions while adhering to regulatory frameworks. \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\nBen KershawDirector of Public Policy and Government Relations at Independent Sector Professor \n\n\n\nEllen P. AprillSenior Scholar in Residence at UCLA School of Law’s Lowell Milken Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofits Professor Darryll K. JonesFlorida A&M University College of Law and co-editor of the Nonprofit Law Professor Blog \n\n\n\n \n Register Here URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/the-johnson-amendment-safeguarding-nonprofit-nonpartisanship-in-a-polarized-era/ CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Resilience Under Trump 2.0 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://calnonprofits.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/July-24-Trump-Webinar-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250724T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250724T120000 DTSTAMP:20250627T212103Z CREATED:20250612T212641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T212103Z UID:10000085-1753354800-1753358400@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Peer Learning Program: Fundraising and Development DESCRIPTION:Fundraising is always a challenge\, even in the best of times. So what are nonprofit fundraisers experiencing at this halfway point of a most chaotic and challenging 2025? Join fellow CalNonprofits members for the next virtual gathering of our Peer Learning Program to find out. Come with your questions\, your challenges\, your wins and your frustrations. This is an informal space designed to bring fellow nonprofit professionals together for an open\, no-holds-barred\, peer-led conversation. \n\n\n\nYou’ll have the opportunity to: \n\n\n\n\n– Connect and network with fellow nonprofit leaders\n\n\n\n– Share successful fundraising strategies\, challenges\, and lessons learned\n\n\n\n– Explore innovative approaches to donor engagement\, campaign design\, and revenue diversification\n\n\n\n– Work together to develop actionable solutions to common fundraising obstacles\n\n\n\n\nThis collaborative session is guided by shared curiosity and mutual support\, offering a unique chance to strengthen your fundraising efforts through collective knowledge. Whether you’re refining your development strategy or navigating donor relations\, this conversation will provide valuable insights and real-world takeaways. \n\n\n\n \n Register Here\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Peer Learning Program is an initiative from CalNonprofits designed to foster informal\, peer-driven conversations on key issues affecting the nonprofit sector. This program supplements our existing Educational Programming by providing a space for members to come together every other month to network\, share experiences\, and develop practical solutions to common challenges. URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/peer-learning-program-fundraising-and-development/ CATEGORIES:Peer Learning/Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://calnonprofits.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Jul-24-PL-Flyer-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250723T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250723T120000 DTSTAMP:20250718T214709Z CREATED:20250718T214543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T214709Z UID:10000091-1753268400-1753272000@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Partner Event: Know Your Rights: Small Businesses & Nonprofits! DESCRIPTION:Join Public Counsel for a webinar offering practical guidance for nonprofit organizations and small businesses to understand their rights and responsibilities in the event that immigration agents visit their office\, business\, or facility. \n\n\n\nTopics covered include:– Rights and responsibilities when interacting with immigration agents.– Developing written policies to address immigration agent interactions.– Tips for navigating immigration enforcement raids. \n\n\n\n \n Register Here URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/partner-event-know-your-rights-small-businesses-nonprofits/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250722T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250722T133000 DTSTAMP:20250711T191142Z CREATED:20250711T190757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T191142Z UID:10000090-1753185600-1753191000@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Partner Event: Public Service Loan Forgiveness: How To Benefit and How To Preserve It DESCRIPTION:Join the National Council of Nonprofits and Public Service Promise for an expert-led webinar on the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)\, including how you can access student loan relief and how nonprofit organizations and advocates can protect this critical program from unlawful attempts by the Trump Administration’s Department of Education that would undermine it. We will walk through the requirements of qualifying for the program\, answer general questions about how to navigate the application process\, and share ways you can help protect student loan forgiveness. \n\n\n\n \n Register Here URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/partner-event-public-service-loan-forgiveness-how-to-benefit-and-how-to-preserve-it/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250626T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250626T120000 DTSTAMP:20250625T174247Z CREATED:20250319T213052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T174247Z UID:10000073-1750935600-1750939200@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Tax Issues for Nonprofits - Common Mistakes to Avoid DESCRIPTION:Are you a nonprofit leader worried about navigating complex tax regulations? Join Moss Adams\, a leading accounting and consulting firm\, for a webinar on Tax Issues for Nonprofits – Common Mistakes to Avoid. \n\n\n\nIn this informative session\, you’ll learn: \n\n\n\n\n– Essential tax filing requirements for nonprofits.\n\n\n\n– Common mistakes that can trigger IRS audits and penalties.\n\n\n\n– Strategies for maximizing deductions and minimizing tax liabilities.\n\n\n\n– Best practices for proper record-keeping and financial management.\n\n\n\n– Q&A session with Moss Adams’ experienced nonprofit tax specialists.\n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and ensure your nonprofit is tax-compliant. \n\n\n\nRegister today! \n\n\n\n \n Register Here URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/tax-issues-for-nonprofits-common-mistakes-to-avoid/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://calnonprofits.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Tax-Issues-Website-Banner-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250611T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250611T120000 DTSTAMP:20250507T201921Z CREATED:20250507T201919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T201921Z UID:10000080-1749639600-1749643200@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:2025 Nonprofit Compensation Survey Webinar: Industry Trends & Salary Data DESCRIPTION:Confused about competitive salaries in the nonprofit sector? The 2025 Nonprofit Compensation Survey Webinar can help! \n\n\n\nJoin us for this session with industry expert Rita Haronian\, Survey Director at Nonprofit Compensation Associates. Get the latest data on salary trends\, benefits evolution\, and regional disparities and benchmark your organization’s compensation strategy. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/2025-nonprofit-compensation-survey-webinar-industry-trends-salary-data/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250610T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250610T114500 DTSTAMP:20250428T203751Z CREATED:20250214T211902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T203751Z UID:10000062-1749553200-1749555900@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:New Member Orientation DESCRIPTION:Welcome to CalNonprofits! As a new member\, we invite you to join us for an informative session to help get you oriented to our community\, update you on our policy and advocacy efforts\, and share the resources available to you. We’ll cover everything you need to know to make the most of your membership. This is your opportunity to learn\, ask questions\, and get plugged in! \n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/new-member-orientation-2/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T120000 DTSTAMP:20250428T205743Z CREATED:20250428T204901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T205743Z UID:10000079-1748948400-1748952000@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Elevating HR with Mineral DESCRIPTION:Mineral is a powerful HR platform and the most popular benefit available to CalNonprofits members. This free webinar\, open to members and not-yet-members alike\, offers a virtual walkthrough of the platform\, and will explore: \n\n\n\n\n– Access to a live team of HR experts\n\n\n\n– Creating an Employee Handbook that’s never out-of-date\n\n\n\n– Employee training courses\n\n\n\n– Navigating a robust database of resources\n\n\n\n– And much more\n\n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/elevating-hr-with-mineral/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T121500 DTSTAMP:20250511T140329Z CREATED:20250511T140219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250511T140329Z UID:10000081-1748516400-1748520900@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Nonprofit Resilience Under Trump 2.0 - The New McCarthyism: Preemptive Obedience and the Threat to Nonprofits DESCRIPTION:This webinar will explore how the nonprofit sector is being impacted by the resurgence of McCarthy-era tactics\, including: \n\n\n\n– Increased political and legal threats against organizations engaged in advocacy and policy work.– The chilling effect on funding\, as donors and institutions hesitate to support causes perceived as politically risky.– How new restrictions on civic engagement are undermining nonprofit missions and democratic participation.– Strategies nonprofits can use to push back\, protect their work\, and continue serving communities without fear of retribution. \n\n\n\nDespite these pressures\, nonprofits remain one of the most powerful forces for democratic renewal. Join us for this urgent discussion on how the sector can stand firm\, resist intimidation\, and continue to drive meaningful change in an era of escalating political suppression. \n\n\n\nOur speakers will include:Felix Shein – President at RALLYCrystal Crawford – Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships at the Weingart Foundation Ritu Mahajan Estes – Directing Attorney\, Community Development Project at Public Counsel \n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/trump-2-0-resilience-the-new-mccarthyism-preemptive-obedience-and-the-threat-to-nonprofits/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T170000 DTSTAMP:20250318T181016Z CREATED:20250215T033711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T181016Z UID:10000063-1747814400-1747846800@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Nonprofits of the Year / California Nonprofits Day DESCRIPTION:We’ll be celebrating the 2025 Nonprofits of the Year honorees with state legislators at the Capitol and encourage nonprofits across the state to use this day\, officially recognized by the California State Legislature as California Nonprofits Day. \n\n\n\nThis is the 10th anniversary of this statewide initiative\, a partnership with the California State Legislature. URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/nonprofits-of-the-year-california-nonprofits-day/ CATEGORIES:In-Person END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250513T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250513T111500 DTSTAMP:20250415T175308Z CREATED:20250320T232927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T175308Z UID:10000076-1747130400-1747134900@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Make Your Voice Count – Effective Advocacy with Elected Officials DESCRIPTION:With political turmoil\, funding threats\, and rising attacks on the nonprofit sector\, the policies being shaped today could directly impact your mission tomorrow. That’s why effective advocacy is more critical than ever. \n\n\n\nJoin CalNonprofits and the California Policy Forum for an essential webinar on how to build relationships with elected officials\, communicate with confidence\, and influence policy decisions. Whether you’re a seasoned advocate or just getting started\, you’ll gain practical tips and access to CalNonprofits’ new resource guide to help you make a bigger impact. We are excited to welcome Senator Monique Limón as a speaker for this session. Save your spot now and ensure your nonprofit’s voice is heard. \n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/make-your-voice-count-effective-advocacy-with-elected-officials/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T120000 DTSTAMP:20250318T181150Z CREATED:20250318T180149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T181150Z UID:10000071-1746097200-1746100800@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Peer Learning Program: Employee Retention DESCRIPTION:Our upcoming Employee Retention session will focus on the critical issue of attracting\, supporting\, and retaining talented staff. In a competitive job market\, nonprofits face unique workforce challenges. This session will offer nonprofit leaders a collaborative environment to discuss strategies for turnover\, burnout\, and workplace sustainability. \n\n\n\nThe Peer Learning Program is an initiative from CalNonprofits designed to foster informal\, peer-driven conversations on key issues affecting the nonprofit sector. This program supplements our existing Educational Programming by providing a space for members to come together every other month to network\, share experiences\, and develop practical solutions to common challenges. \n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/peer-learning-program-employee-retention/ CATEGORIES:Peer Learning/Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T121500 DTSTAMP:20250403T185051Z CREATED:20250320T231214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T185051Z UID:10000074-1744887600-1744892100@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:PSLF in Flux: Updates on Policy Shifts and Their Implications DESCRIPTION:With the future of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program potentially shifting under the current administration\, nonprofit employees must stay informed and proactive. Join us for this timely webinar\, where we’ll break down the latest PSLF updates and provide clear\, actionable steps to help borrowers successfully move out of forbearance and stay on track for loan forgiveness. Guest speaker: Student Loan Servicing Ombudsperson\, California Dept of Financial Protection and Innovation. \n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/pslf-in-actionable-steps-for-moving-out-of-forbearance/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250409T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250409T121500 DTSTAMP:20250401T192922Z CREATED:20250226T232814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T192922Z UID:10000067-1744196400-1744200900@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Nonprofit Resilience Under Trump 2.0: Financial Health Check - Contingency Planning in a Volatile Funding Environment DESCRIPTION:Nonprofits can – and should – take proactive steps to address a volatile funding environment and financial uncertainty\, which is even more pressing during this period of federal funding threats and tighter state budgets. To prepare for the long-term viability of your organization\, join this webinar focused on resilience to learn how to assess your organization’s financial health and develop a robust scenario plan. This critical session\, featuring leading experts in nonprofit finance\, will equip nonprofit leaders with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate these challenges and ensure the continued delivery of essential services. You’ll hear actionable insights on assessing your organization’s financial vulnerability\, mitigating risks\, internal systems to increase efficiency\, and communicating effectively to funders. Take steps now for long-term sustainability in an ever-changing landscape. \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\nGeoff Green\, CEO\, CalNonprofits \n\n\n\nJessica Huey\, Managing Director of Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory\, BDO \n\n\n\nLiz Schaffer\, Director of Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory\, BDO \n\n\n\nAnnie Chang\, Vice-President of Community Engagement\, Nonprofit Finance Fund \n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/contingency-planning-in-a-volatile-funding-enviornment/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250408T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250408T114500 DTSTAMP:20250318T181252Z CREATED:20250214T204219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T181252Z UID:10000061-1744110000-1744112700@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:New Member Orientation DESCRIPTION:Welcome to CalNonprofits! As a new member\, we invite you to join us for an informative session to help get you oriented to our community\, update you on our policy and advocacy efforts\, and share the resources available to you. We’ll cover everything you need to know to make the most of your membership. This is your opportunity to learn\, ask questions\, and get plugged in! \n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/new-member-orientation/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T120000 DTSTAMP:20250301T003048Z CREATED:20250218T214519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T003048Z UID:10000065-1742986800-1742990400@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Beginnings & Endings: Essential HR Tips for Nonprofits DESCRIPTION:Navigating the complexities of hiring and termination is essential for any nonprofit organization. For this webinar\, we’ll hear from Casey Williams\, an attorney specializing in nonprofit employment law and a partner at the California firm Liebert Cassidy Whitmore. Williams will provide key insights into hiring\, onboarding\, performance management\, and termination. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a nonprofit leader\, HR professional\, or manager\, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge to navigate employment relationships legally and effectively. Don’t miss this essential session! \n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/beginnings-endings-essential-hr-tips-for-nonprofits/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250318T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250318T120000 DTSTAMP:20250301T003827Z CREATED:20250228T005515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T003827Z UID:10000069-1742295600-1742299200@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Elevating HR with Mineral DESCRIPTION:Mineral is a powerful HR platform and the most popular benefit available to CalNonprofits members. This webinar offers a virtual walkthrough of the platform\, and will explore: \n\n\n\n– Access to a live team of HR experts– Creating an Employee Handbook that’s never out-of-date– Employee training courses– Navigating a robust database of resources \n\n\n\nAnd much more! \n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/elevating-hr-with-mineral-2/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250313T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250313T120000 DTSTAMP:20250301T002845Z CREATED:20250131T201342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T002845Z UID:10000059-1741863600-1741867200@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Good Standing: Keeping up with California’s Nonprofit Reporting Requirements DESCRIPTION:Many nonprofits are caught off guard when they discover they are “not in good standing” with the state’s reporting requirements. In fact\, nearly 20 percent of nonprofits face some form of delinquency – jeopardizing their ability to receive foundation grants\, Giving Tuesday donations\, and government contracts. Don’t let your organization be one of them! \n\n\n\nThis webinar will walk you through the various forms and filings required by multiple government agencies\, helping you stay compliant and avoid disruptions to your funding and operations. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn about: \n\n\n\n– Federal and California regulatory agencies that require nonprofit filings (it’s more than just the IRS!)– How to determine which filing and registration requirements apply to your organization– Where to find one-time and annually required forms and instructions– What to do if you’ve missed a filing or are out of compliance \n\n\n\nAs part of our policy efforts\, CalNonprofits actively engages with government agencies on nonprofit filing requirements. This informational webinar reflects our commitment to keeping nonprofits informed and prepared. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this essential session – register now to ensure your organization stays in good standing! \n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/good-standing-keeping-up-with-californias-nonprofit-reporting-requirements/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250311T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250311T120000 DTSTAMP:20250301T003800Z CREATED:20250226T022022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T003800Z UID:10000066-1741690800-1741694400@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Big Savings with Purchasing Point: Using Your CalNonprofits Member Benefit DESCRIPTION:We invite you to attend our upcoming webinar to learn more about the savings CalNonprofits members can enjoy when using Purchasing Point\, a group buying program. You can save an average of 30% on goods and services offered by more than 200 vendors\, including FedEx\, Staples\, Pitney Bowes\, and more. \n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/big-savings-with-purchasing-point-using-your-calnonprofits-member-benefit/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250305T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250305T121500 DTSTAMP:20250301T003707Z CREATED:20250215T035141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T003707Z UID:10000064-1741172400-1741176900@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Nonprofit Resilience Under Trump 2.0: Digital Defense for Nonprofits DESCRIPTION:Nonprofits are facing growing digital threats—from cyberattacks and hacking to government targeting and funding scrutiny. These risks don’t just threaten your operations; they can disrupt services\, damage your reputation\, jeopardize funding\, and erode trust with the communities you serve. \n\n\n\nJoin us for this timely webinar to learn how to protect your nonprofit from digital threats and strengthen your cybersecurity practices. Experts will cover: \n\n\n\n– How to Safeguard sensitive data\, including donor and client information – Steps to prevent cyberattacks and digital disruptions – Strategies to protect your nonprofits from government targeting and funding scrutiny – What “digital sanctuary” means and how to implement in your organization \n\n\n\nCalNonprofits CEO Geoff Green will open with an update on federal policies impacting nonprofits. He’ll be followed by cybersecurity experts sharing practical steps you can take right now to secure your systems and protect your mission. \n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/nonprofit-resilience-under-trump-2-0-digital-defense-for-nonprofits/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250226T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250226T120000 DTSTAMP:20250226T024249Z CREATED:20250128T022200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T024249Z UID:10000058-1740567600-1740571200@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:How to Start a Nonprofit (or Why Not To) DESCRIPTION:Looking to make change in your community? Have a great idea for doing good and helping others? We applaud that activist spirit and want to help you consider your first steps toward realizing your vision. \n\n\n\nJoin Geoff Green\, CEO of CalNonprofits\, for this comprehensive webinar designed to help you navigate the nonprofit landscape. A veteran changemaker in the nonprofit sector\, Geoff will offer actionable insights and proven strategies to turn your nonprofit dream into a reality. Geoff has helped organizations navigate legal complexities\, secure funding\, and achieve impactful results. \n\n\n\nIn this jam-packed session\, you’ll learn about: \n\n\n\n\nBylaws and articles of incorporations\n\n\n\nCommon ways of finding your first money\n\n\n\nDifferent types of nonprofits-you choose what’s right for you\n\n\n\nGetting started operating your organization before your tax-exemption is approved\n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this chance to leverage Geoff’s extensive expertise and get your nonprofit up and running with confidence. Register today and join CalNonprofits on your journey to making a difference! \n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/how-to-start-a-nonprofit-or-why-not-to/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250213T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250213T120000 DTSTAMP:20250121T232241Z CREATED:20241111T204748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T232241Z UID:10000053-1739444400-1739448000@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Ask a Nonprofit Lawyer: Navigate Nonprofit Legal Issues with Confidence DESCRIPTION:We’re bringing together two of the state’s most experienced nonprofit legal minds to address some critical nonprofit legal basics and answer some of your most pressing nonprofit-related legal questions. Eric Gorovitz and David Levitt\, both principals at nationally recognized Adler & Colvin\, will discuss such issues as race-based grant making\, privacy and data security\, fundraising regulations\, and lobbying as it applies to nonprofits. \n\n\n\nYou can also help guide our discussion by submitting your own questions for Eric and David. What legal quandaries are keeping you up at night? Is it about your board? Are you 501(c)4 curious? Let us know when you register and we’ll do our best to respond to as many questions as possible.  \n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/ask-a-nonprofit-lawyer-navigate-nonprofit-legal-issues-with-confidence-2/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250130T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250130T121500 DTSTAMP:20250115T205305Z CREATED:20250115T205148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T205305Z UID:10000057-1738234800-1738239300@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Preparing the Nonprofit Sector for Trump 2.0: Advocacy Strategies & Lessons from H.R. 9495 DESCRIPTION:Hear nonprofit leaders and advocates as they discuss potential challenges and threats posed by a return to Trump-era policies. How should your organization prepare\, and what can we learn from the historical context of previous administrations? Experts including Geoff Green\, CEO of CalNonprofits\, and Professor Daniel Chand of Kent State University\, will address these questions\, examine emerging risks to funding and operations\, highlight actions undertaken by California leaders\, and offer actionable strategies to safeguard the sector’s work.  \n\n\n\nPanelists will include representatives from Planned Parenthood\, the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF)\, and Interfaith Alliance\, with a special focus on CHIRLA as a valuable case study to show resilience measures in action. The webinar will conclude with a discussion on resources to support nonprofit resilience\, followed by a Q&A session to address your organization’s unique challenges and needs. \n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/preparing-the-nonprofit-sector-for-trump-2-0-advocacy-strategies-lessons-from-h-r-9495/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250122T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250122T120000 DTSTAMP:20241111T210049Z CREATED:20241111T210047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T210049Z UID:10000054-1737543600-1737547200@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Public Trust in Nonprofits and Philanthropy: New Findings DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exclusive webinar with Dr. Akilah Watkins\, CEO of Independent Sector as we dive into the latest findings on public trust in the nonprofit sector. In partnership with Edelman Data and Intelligence\, Independent Sector has assessed trust levels across nonprofits and philanthropy\, uncovering essential insights into how transparency\, accountability\, and equity impact trust. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to: \n\n\n\n\nGain practical tips to strengthen community relationships\n\n\n\nExplore key findings from the report\n\n\n\nUnderstand what builds public trust in the sector\n\n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/public-trust-in-nonprofits-and-philanthropy-new-findings/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250114T111500 DTSTAMP:20250106T174442Z CREATED:20241206T233712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T174442Z UID:10000056-1736848800-1736853300@calnonprofits.org SUMMARY:Lobbyist AMA (Ask Me Anything): Advocacy Tips from Capitol Experts DESCRIPTION:If you’ve always wanted to ask Sacramento insiders questions about what happens at the Capitol and why\, now’s your chance! We’ve assembled a panel of top lobbyists – including CalNonprofits’ Sacramento Advocate Jennifer Fearing – who have extensive experience working  on an array of the state’s most pressing issues. And you’re invited to ask them anything!  Submit a question in advance here. \n\n\n\nJoin this next California Policy Forum webinar also to refresh your understanding of government relations\, address misconceptions about lobbying\, and gain insights on the nature of politics in Sacramento. As we head into a fresh legislative season\, now is the perfect time for tips from the experts to help you strengthen your advocacy efforts and hone your policy strategies. \n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://calnonprofits.org/event/lobbyist-ama-ask-me-anything-advocacy-tips-from-capitol-experts/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR