Nonprofit Leader Converstions

Join us for free virtual conversations with other nonprofit leaders.

Nonprofit leader conversations launched in March 2020 in partnership with UW-Madison Extension Kewaunee County. More than 500 nonprofit staff, executives and board members have joined us so far, making the conversations a powerful forum for ideas and fresh perspective.

Creating an Intentional Fundraising Program

September 10, 2026 | 8:30 AM | Online via Zoom

Learn how to move beyond disconnected fundraising activities and build an intentional, relationship-based program in which every effort works together. Jen Allen and Cara Gosse from Cultivate Fundraising will introduce the conversation about moving from random acts of fundraising to an intentional fundraising program.

Broadening Board & Volunteer Participation

September 24, 2026 | 8:30 AM | Online via Zoom

Join Tena Madison and Kim Waldman, from UW–Madison, Division of Extension’s Office of Access, Inclusion, & Compliance, for a conversation on how organizations can cultivate true belonging—creating conditions where all people can participate, contribute, and thrive.

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Ethics in Fundraising

October 8, 2026 | 8:30 AM | Online via Zoom

Extension will be joined by Sean Tierman from Catalyzt for a conversation about the ethics in fundraising.

If you have questions regarding Community Development, please contact:

Community Development Educator

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Patrick Nehring

Community Development Educator
Brown and Kewaunee Counties
920-391-4616
patrick.nehring@wisc.edu