# Event Details - **Event Name**: Niagara Fundraisers Network - Connect & Caffeinate with NCF - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 14 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am – Wed, 14 Oct, 2026 at 10:30 am (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Join the Niagara Fundraisers Network for a practical conversation with JoAnne Krick from the Niagara Community Foundation.About this EventInside the Grant Process: A Conversation with Niagara Community FoundationJoAnne Krick, Director of Grants and Community Initiatives at the Niagara Community Foundation, will offer a funder’s perspective on what makes a strong grant application and share insights that can help Niagara’s fundraising and nonprofit professionals approach upcoming funding opportunities with greater clarity and confidence.The conversation will include:Upcoming grant opportunities, including the David S. Howes Fund and other funding opportunities opening soonHow applications are reviewed and scored, and what applicants should understand about the assessment processCommon missteps NCF sees in grant applications and how organizations can avoid themStewardship that stands out, including approaches JoAnne has appreciated from organizations at the Foundation levelPractical insights to help organizations strengthen their relationships with funders before, during and after the grant processEvent Schedule9:00–9:15 a.m. | Informal NetworkingGrab a coffee, connect with fellow fundraising and nonprofit professionals, and build relationships across Niagara.9:15–10:15 a.m. | Presentation & Conversation with JoAnne KrickHear directly from the Niagara Community Foundation about upcoming opportunities, the grant review process, common application challenges and effective stewardship.10:15–10:30 a.m. | Q&ABring your questions for a 15-minute open question period with JoAnne.Whether you regularly write grants or are looking to better understand how funders assess applications, this session is an opportunity to gain practical insight directly from a local funder while connecting with colleagues across Niagara’s charitable and nonprofit sector.PLEASE NOTE: The Niagara Falls Library does not open until 9am. We will gather out front, and proceed to Conference Room 1 together.If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe to Community Potential's eblast to stay up to date on what is coming up for Niagara Fundraiser's Network, and across Niagara as well! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/niagara-falls/niagara-fundraisers-network-connect-and-caffeinate-with-ncf/100002002312340110 - **Event Categories**: nonprofit, charities, business, conferences - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Conference Room 1, Niagara Falls Public Library - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Niagara Falls - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: Conference Room 1, Niagara Falls Public Library - **lat**: 43.104057 - **long**: -79.072538 - **full address**: Conference Room 1, Niagara Falls Public Library, 4848 Victoria Avenue, Niagara Falls, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Niagara Fundraisers Network - Connect & Caffeinate with NCF - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/193a86fcb5cb25ff2f3745e4b60ae9007400f0cf48583a37d9383dba8051c043-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf8c828-gmir.jpg?v=1790451974 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Niagara Fundraisers Network - Connect & Caffeinate with NCF being held? - **A:** Niagara Fundraisers Network - Connect & Caffeinate with NCF takes place on Wed, 14 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am to Wed, 14 Oct, 2026 at 10:30 am at Conference Room 1, Niagara Falls Public Library, 4848 Victoria Avenue, Niagara Falls, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing Niagara Fundraisers Network - Connect & Caffeinate with NCF? - **A:** Niagara Fundraisers Network - Connect & Caffeinate with NCF is organized by Community Potential. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Community Potential's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Community Potential a rating of 4/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Community Potential has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Niagara Fundraisers Network - Connect & Caffeinate with NCF is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Niagara Falls, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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