Nonprofit Professional Development Workshops

At The Nonprofit Imagineers, we offer workshops tailored to specific focus areas, ensuring your team gets the most relevant and actionable training. Explore our offerings across these key categories:

Fundraising

The Story Behind the Ask

Learn how to craft compelling donor appeals that connect emotionally and inspire action. This workshop delves into storytelling techniques that make your fundraising campaigns unforgettable.

Building a Recurring Giving Program

Discover how to create and promote a sustainable recurring giving program. Participants will learn best practices for donor retention, communication, and growing monthly contributions.

Fundraising with a Little Magic

Inspired by Disney’s ability to create enchantment, this workshop explores how to bring a sense of wonder and excitement to your donor experiences and events.

From Transactional to Transformational Giving

Shift your focus from one-time gifts to long-term donor relationships. This session provides strategies to deepen engagement and create meaningful partnerships with your supporters.

Creativity & Removing Limitations

Breaking the Mold: Creative Thinking for Nonprofits

Explore techniques to push past traditional limitations and develop fresh, bold ideas. This hands-on session encourages divergent thinking and collaborative innovation.

Imagineering Your Mission

Borrowing principles from Disney Imagineering, this workshop teaches participants how to dream big while staying grounded in achievable goals. Perfect for nonprofits seeking creative ways to expand their impact.

What If? The Power of Possibility Thinking

Unlock your team’s potential by asking bold “What if?” questions. This workshop uses brainstorming exercises and thought experiments to encourage limitless creativity.

Unstoppable: Overcoming Creative Blocks

Learn practical strategies to overcome roadblocks and keep creativity flowing. This session focuses on mindset shifts, environmental changes, and techniques to stay inspired.

Team Building & Staff Culture

The Engaged Team: Building Stronger Connections

Foster deeper collaboration and trust within your team. This workshop focuses on communication, shared goals, and creating a culture of mutual respect and accountability.

Pixie Dust and Teamwork

Inspired by Disney’s team synergy, this session explores how to harness individual talents to create a cohesive and high-performing team.

Recharging and Refocusing: Avoiding Burnout

Help your team identify signs of burnout and implement strategies for self-care and organizational wellness. Participants will leave with actionable plans to sustain energy and motivation.

Building a Culture of Joy

Discover how to infuse joy into the workplace to create a positive, engaged team. This workshop focuses on practical ways to celebrate successes and maintain enthusiasm for your mission.

Education

The Teacher as an Engagement Champion

Empower your educators to become ambassadors of your mission. This session explores techniques for fostering deeper connections with students, families, and the community.

Designing Learning That Sticks

Learn how to create impactful educational programs that resonate and inspire. Participants will explore techniques for interactive learning and sustained engagement.

Educator Wellness: Supporting the Supporters

Prioritize the well-being of your teaching staff with strategies to promote self-care, professional growth, and a supportive work environment.

Innovating in the Classroom

Stay ahead in education by exploring creative teaching methods and leveraging technology. This workshop offers actionable insights for engaging modern learners.

Problem Solving

Tackling Tough Challenges Together

Develop strategies for collaborative problem-solving. This workshop equips your team with tools to address complex issues through communication and innovation.

The Hero’s Journey in Problem-Solving

Inspired by storytelling frameworks, this session helps teams identify challenges, find solutions, and celebrate victories as part of a shared journey.

Solution Storming

Move beyond traditional brainstorming with techniques designed to generate actionable solutions. This hands-on workshop encourages innovative thinking.

Navigating the Unknown

Equip your team with skills to handle uncertainty and change effectively. Participants will learn adaptive strategies to stay resilient and focused.

Innovation

Design Thinking for Nonprofits

Harness the power of design thinking to tackle challenges and seize opportunities. This workshop walks participants through ideation, prototyping, and testing solutions.

The Art of Reinvention

Learn how to pivot and adapt in a rapidly changing world. This session explores strategies for staying innovative and relevant.

Bringing Magic to the Mundane

Inspired by Disney’s knack for turning ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences, this workshop helps nonprofits elevate everyday interactions with stakeholders.

Future-Proofing Your Nonprofit

Explore trends and technologies shaping the future of nonprofit work. Participants will learn how to embrace innovation and position their organization for long-term success.

Each of these workshops can be customized to fit your organization’s unique goals and challenges. Contact me today to schedule a session and start transforming your team!