Every month, we compile the internet’s biggest list of free nonprofit webinars.
Organizations are always looking for innovative ways to adapt to the challenges of working remotely, all while trying to find volunteers and lead successful teams.
It’s more important than ever for us to come together and share our knowledge and resources.
The webinars below cover everything your nonprofit needs to know about fundraising, events and all the tips and tricks for using GoogleAds.
Topics include donor acquisition, artificial intelligence, strategic planning, board building, sustainability and much more.
Now onto this month’s webinars. Please note, all times are indicated in ET (unless otherwise noted).
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Strategic AI for Nonprofit Leaders
May 4, 12:00 PM
How can nonprofit leaders approach AI as a strategic decision-making challenge rather than a tool selection exercise? This webinar examines how AI adoption can create confusion when organizations lack shared language, visibility, and alignment. The session focuses on the leadership structures needed before new technology is introduced. Participants will gain a clearer framework for making AI decisions that support teams, reduce burnout, and align with organizational goals.
Cure Association Tech Burnout & Boost Member Retention with an All-in-One AMS
May 5, 11:30 AM
This webinar explores how disconnected systems can contribute to staff burnout and weaken the member experience. It looks at how centralized member data, streamlined renewals, and automated communications can support more efficient association operations. The session also covers ways to improve member engagement across the lifecycle without adding unnecessary manual work. Participants will gain practical ideas for reducing operational friction and supporting stronger retention.
Calculating True Program Costs
May 5, 1:00 PM
This webinar introduces the process of calculating the full cost of delivering nonprofit programs and services. It explains why true program costs are essential for management decisions, program design, and fund development. Participants will learn how to approach budgets more realistically by accounting for both direct and indirect costs. The session provides practical tools to support stronger planning and clearer financial decision-making.
From RSVPs to ROI: Event Marketing that Builds Buzz, Raises Funds, and Grows Community
May 5, 3:00 PM
This webinar looks at events as more than one-off fundraisers. It explores how event marketing can build brand awareness, strengthen relationships, and move supporters toward action. Participants will learn how to connect event strategy across email, direct mail, websites, and follow-up communications. The session provides practical ideas for improving every stage of the event experience, from first invitation to final thank-you.
Learn About the CVA Credential
May 7, 11:00 AM
An introductory session for the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration and the Certification in Volunteer Administration credential. It explains the application process, exam preparation, and what professionals can expect when pursuing certification. The session is led by volunteers who have already earned the CVA credential. Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions and connect with others exploring the same pathway.
Introduction to Measuring Your Impact
May 7, 2:00 PM
This introductory webinar explains how nonprofits can move from tracking activities to demonstrating outcomes. It explores the language of outcomes measurement and why an impact-focused approach can improve both program design and funding opportunities. Participants will learn the basics of creating logic models for programs. The session is designed for beginners who want to communicate results more clearly.
Understanding Restricted Grants
May 7, 2:00 PM
This webinar explains how restricted grants should be recorded and managed in nonprofit accounting. It addresses common questions around timing, reimbursement grants, deferred revenue, and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles. The session also explores how to balance board reporting preferences with accounting requirements. Participants will gain clearer guidance on handling restricted funds accurately and confidently.
The Stories We Carry: Exploring Our Implicit Bias and Creating Equitable Change
May 11, 12:00 PM
This interactive session will share how personal experiences and learned messages shape assumptions and decision-making. It frames implicit bias as a natural cognitive process that requires reflection and awareness. Participants will examine how empathy and emotional intelligence can help interrupt automatic assumptions. The webinar provides practical tools for aligning organizational values with everyday leadership and workplace practices.
NetForum NetWork: May 2026
May 12, 12:00 PM
This webinar brings together practical updates and guidance for association teams using NetForum. It covers upcoming enhancements, workflow reminders, and operational best practices to help teams plan ahead. The session also highlights ways to improve efficiency and make better use of existing systems. Participants will gain a clearer view of platform updates and how they may support day-to-day work.
Data-Driven Decision-Making: From Dashboards to AI Automation
May 12, 1:00 PM
This webinar explores how nonprofits can move beyond dashboards and use data to guide meaningful action. It examines how real-time analytics, predictive modeling, and AI-supported automation can improve forecasting and operational decisions. Participants will learn how to identify the metrics that matter most and connect data across systems. The session also focuses on building a culture where data is trusted, accessible, and actively used.
When Volunteers Won’t Follow Policies and Procedures
May 12, 2:00 PM
Dive into how organizations can respond when a volunteer repeatedly does not follow policies or procedures. It examines when dismissal may be necessary and how to approach that decision carefully. Participants will learn steps for handling difficult conversations and following through in a structured way. The session also emphasizes the importance of fairness, documentation, and protecting the wider volunteer program.
Focus on the Future
May 12, 3:00 PM
Find out how nonprofits can build a compelling case for capacity and future growth. It focuses on combining strategic planning with clear storytelling that resonates with leadership, funders, and donors. Participants will learn how to identify messages that explain why investment in infrastructure and long-term development matters. The session provides practical guidance for making the case for organizational capacity, not just immediate program delivery.
The Seven Components of Internal Controls in Grants Management
May 13, 1:00 PM
This webinar breaks down the seven core components of internal controls for federal grants management. It explains how strong controls protect funding, reduce risk, and support compliance as requirements continue to evolve. Participants will learn where organizations commonly struggle and how gaps can affect funding and reputation. The session also explores how to build a proactive culture of compliance that supports stronger decision-making.
Connected Systems: How to Eliminate the Divide between Fundraising and Finance
May 14, 1:00 PM
Learn to explore how fundraising and finance teams can work more effectively when systems and data are better connected. It examines the challenges that arise when teams operate separately and lack shared visibility into money moving through the organization. Participants will learn how connected processes can improve reporting, collaboration, and funder communication. The session focuses on practical ways to reduce silos and support more aligned decision-making.
The Great Wealth Transfer: How to Build a Multi-Generational Donor Base That Lasts
May 14, 1:00 PM
This webinar examines how the transfer of wealth between generations may affect nonprofit fundraising. It explores how organizations can segment, engage, and retain donors across different age groups. Participants will learn how recurring donors, younger supporters, and major gift prospects can be connected through a longer-term donor strategy. The session focuses on using data and infrastructure to build relationships that last across generations.
Introduction to Proposal Writing
May 14, 2:00 PM
This introductory webinar provides a step-by-step overview of writing a grant proposal for a foundation. It covers the core components of a proposal, including the need statement, project description, evaluation plan, and supporting structure. Participants will learn common do’s and don’ts for planning, writing, and submitting proposals. The session also explains how to build relationships with funders from initial outreach through follow-up and reporting.
5 Steps to Major Gifts for Any Nonprofit
May 14, 2:00 PM
This webinar reframes major gifts as a structured process rather than an intimidating fundraising category. It introduces a five-step framework for identifying, prioritizing, and engaging donors who merit focused personal attention. Participants will learn how to organize major gift work in a manageable and consistent way. The session is designed to help nonprofits build confidence and create a repeatable approach to larger gifts.
The Trust Imperative: Strengthening Public Confidence in the Nonprofit Sector
May 19, 12:00 PM
This webinar explores how transparency and accountability shape public confidence in the nonprofit sector. It examines current challenges affecting donor perception and organizational reputation. Participants will learn practical strategies for strengthening trust through clearer communication and more accountable practices. The session also considers how individual leadership contributes to the integrity of the wider sector.
Active-Allyship in the Modern World
May 19, 12:00 PM
This session explores what active allyship means in today’s social and organizational climate. It examines how leaders and teams can show up with intention while balancing workplace demands and wider social pressures. Participants will learn practical tools for supporting marginalized communities with consistency and integrity. The webinar is relevant for nonprofit professionals navigating diverse teams, funding uncertainty, and community impact work.
Becoming a Finance Thought Leader in Your Organization
May 19, 1:00 PM
This webinar focuses on how finance professionals can turn financial information into strategic influence. It explores how to communicate financial insights clearly and connect them to mission priorities. Participants will learn how to bridge gaps between departments and support stronger planning and decision-making. The session also addresses the leadership skills needed for finance to be seen as a trusted organizational partner.
Five Ways to Be More Efficient with Microsoft 365
May 19, 1:00 PM
This webinar explores practical ways nonprofit teams can work more efficiently with Microsoft 365. It highlights common workflow patterns that slow teams down and shows where small changes can make a meaningful difference. Participants will learn how tools such as Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive can function more effectively together. The session focuses on improving everyday work using tools organizations may already have.
Introduction to Individual Giving
May 19, 2:00 PM
This webinar introduces the core elements of an individual giving program. It explains how individual donors can contribute to a more diversified and sustainable funding model. Participants will learn the basics of the fundraising landscape and the key components needed to build donor relationships. The session is designed for organizations that are new to individual giving or looking to strengthen their approach.
AI Impact Hour for Nonprofits
May 20, 1:00 PM
This interactive session explores how AI can realistically support nonprofit work. It includes practical examples of how AI may help with communication, organization, fundraising, and outreach. Participants will have opportunities to reflect on their own experiences, challenges, and questions. The session is designed for nonprofit leaders, staff, board members, and volunteers at different levels of AI experience.
Healthcare Fund Management in a Capital Campaign
May 20, 2:00 PM
This webinar explores the fund management challenges that arise during healthcare capital campaigns. It examines how fragmented data can make it difficult to identify, manage, and steward major campaign prospects across multiple sites. Participants will learn why clean, unified data is important for tracking conditional funds, milestone-based disbursements, and donor reporting. The session focuses on the precision needed to build donor trust and support future gifts.
Boost Engagement with Donor-Advised Fund Donors with Tips from Vanguard Charitable
May 21, 3:00 PM
This webinar explores how donor-advised funds work and why they matter for nonprofit fundraising. It explains how donor advisors discover and evaluate organizations when making giving decisions. Participants will learn how a nonprofit profile can influence visibility and credibility with DAF donors. The session also shares practical ways to strengthen donor relationship strategies for this growing giving channel.
Marketing That Moves: Build the Bridge Between Mission and Audience
May 21, 3:00 PM
This webinar explores how marketing can connect nonprofit missions with the audiences they need to reach. It covers storytelling, digital outreach, fundraising support, volunteer engagement, and community-building. Participants will learn how marketing can support both program visibility and development goals. The session is designed for organizations looking to strengthen connection, clarity, and long-term sustainability.
From Chaos to Confidence
May 26, 1:00 PM
This webinar focuses on improving event check-in and registration experiences for nonprofit events. It explores how clear systems and practical tools can reduce long lines, confusion, and last-minute stress. Participants will learn strategies for creating a calmer and more organized arrival experience for guests. The session is relevant for galas, luncheons, community fundraisers, and other in-person events.
How Nonprofits Should Think About Their Website as a Platform
May 26, 1:00 PM
This webinar explores why nonprofit websites should be treated as evolving platforms rather than one-time projects. It examines how websites can connect with CRM, marketing, and analytics systems to support long-term goals. Participants will learn how a platform mindset can improve optimization, user insight, and scalability. The session focuses on planning websites that continue to serve the organization as needs change.
How to Maximize $10K/Month in Free Google Ads for Your Nonprofit!
May 27, 1:00 PM
Get an introduction to the Google Ad Grant and how eligible nonprofits can use it to support digital marketing. It explains how search advertising can help organizations reach wider audiences and increase visibility. Participants will learn the basics of getting started, building campaigns, and applying practical lessons from case examples. The session focuses on using digital advertising to amplify a nonprofit’s message and attract supporters.
Smarter Together: A Human First Approach to Agentic AI
May 28, 1:00 PM
This webinar explores what agentic AI means for nonprofit and social impact organizations. It examines where intelligent systems may extend human capacity and where human judgment, empathy, and accountability must remain central. Participants will learn how to think about AI design through trust, transparency, and mission alignment. The session aims to move beyond hype and provide a grounded view of where AI fits in purpose-driven work.
Guide to Grant Reporting: Preparing Accurate Financial Reports
May 28, 1:00 PM
This webinar explores grant reporting as both a compliance responsibility and a funder relationship-building opportunity. It examines how nonprofits can organize financial data, track restricted funds, and prepare reports that clearly explain stewardship and impact. Participants will learn how to structure financial systems and narratives to reduce reporting stress. The session focuses on turning grant reporting into a strategic tool for future funding.
Introduction to Project Budgets
May 28, 2:00 PM
Be introduced to the basic elements of creating a project budget for a grant proposal. It is designed for participants who may not have accounting expertise but need to prepare clear and credible budgets. The session explains how to organize costs and connect budget details to the proposed work. Participants will gain practical confidence in drafting budgets that support stronger grant applications.
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