Marketing for Nonprofits: Half-Day Workshop & Forum

Join fellow nonprofit leaders, marketers, and communicators for a one-day workshop designed to strengthen your marketing efforts, uncover new tactics, and connect with like-minded professionals. Whether you're a small nonprofit with limited resources or a larger organization looking to innovate, this event offers practical strategies you can put to work immediately.

How to craft compelling stories, structure content calendars, and use narrative to drive impact.

• Crafting your organization’s brand story
• Identifying your audience and tailoring messages
• Structuring content calendars around impact-driven storytelling

Which platforms, formats, and approaches work best—and how to make the most of your time and budget.

• Organic vs paid media
• Best practices for email, social, video, and print
• Local outreach vs digital expansion

How marketing supports donor engagement, grant writing, and sustainable growth.

• How marketing supports fundraising campaigns
• Grant writing tips & donor engagement strategies
• Platforms and tools for donor management & CRM
• Collaborating with corporate sponsors and partners

Explore how nonprofits are using AI to generate content, improve targeting, and increase efficiency—with real-world tools and ethical considerations.

• Ethical use of AI in nonprofit messaging
• AI for aid your content creation process
• Streamlining workflows with automation

• 8:30 – 9:00 AM: Check-In & Networking  

Light refreshments available. Connect with fellow nonprofit professionals, speakers, and sponsors.

• 9:00 – 9:15 AM: Welcome & Opening Remarks

Introduction from JAC Creative & Streamline Printing Overview of the day and what to expect

• 9:15 – 9:45 AM: Session 1: Content Strategy & Storytelling for Nonprofits

Learn how to build your brand voice, create compelling content, and drive engagement through authentic storytelling.

• 9:45 – 10:15 AM: Session 2: Recommended Marketing Channels & Tactics

Explore the most effective channels for nonprofit outreach—including email, social, video, and print—and how to prioritize them for your goals.

• 10:15 – 10:25 AM: Break

Time to stretch, grab coffee, and network briefly.

• 10:25 – 10:55 AM: Session 3: Resources, Fundraising & Marketing Integration

How to align your marketing with fundraising goals, communicate with donors, and use available tools to boost visibility and support.

• 10:55 – 11:25 AM: Session 4: Leveraging AI in Your Nonprofit Marketing Process

Discover practical ways to use AI tools for content generation, targeting, and workflow automation—ethically and effectively.

• 11:25 – 11:45 AM: Panel Discussion or Q&A Forum

Open floor for audience questions, panel dialogue, and shared insights.

11:45 – 12:00 PM: Conclusion & Final Takeaways

Closing thoughts and action items you can implement right away.

• 12:00 PM: Lunch Provided + Continued Networking

Stick around for a casual lunch and deeper conversations with peers and speakers.

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