Building the Blueprint: Nonprofit Summit & Networking Conference
About this Event
Come join us. Tickets are limited!
This isn't a sit-and-listen, "death by PowerPoint" kind of summit. It's a room full of women building nonprofits, leading teams, and rewriting what leadership looks like — sharing real strategy, engaging in real talk, and making real connections. If you don't have a nonprofit yet, we still want you to join us!
Pick your path with 2 breakout sessions from:
📝 Grant Writing
🌱 Nonprofit 101 (What happens after you get 501c3 status)
📣 Brand Strategy
🤝 Community Engagement
🎟️ VIP – $70 (includes an exclusive event tee, swag bag, +notebook)
🎟️ General Admission – $55 (includes a swag bag + notebook)
💻 Can't make it in person? After-Hours Access – $20 gets you the speakers' notes and best practices, wherever you are
Agenda
🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration Opens
Info: Check in to the event, mingle, introduce yourself, and get to know the experts before we begin. Coffee and pastries will be provided.
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Introductions
Host: Leah Abasolo
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Opening Keynote Speaker
Host: Stefanie Martino
Info: Stefanie Jane will start the summit off with her talk on "Failing Forward", in preparation for day filled with education and sharing our nonprofit journey.
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
AM Break
🕑: 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Breakout Session 1
Host: Candace Ford
Info: When registering for the event, you will have the opportunity to choose 2 (two) out of the 4 (four) breakout sessions we're offering: Nonprofit 101, Brand Strategy, Community Engagement, Grant Writing
🕑: 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Breakout Session 2
Host: Candace Ford
Info: When registering for the event, you will have the opportunity to choose 2 (two) out of the 4 (four) breakout sessions we're offering: Nonprofit 101, Brand Strategy, Community Engagement, Grant Writing
🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Lunch
Host: Nakia Lawrence
Info: We've carefully selected a menu which will cater to all dietary needs: Gluten/Soy/Dairy-Free, Vegan/Vegetarian, Halal/Kosher. Lunch will be provided by Nakia Lawrence Gourmet Foods. Menu: A vibrant, nutrient-dense Mediterranean luncheon allowing guests to build an elegant, high-protein grain bowl packed with clean, bright flavors.
The Foundations: Lemon-Herb Basmati & Quinoa Blend tossed with fresh garden herbs.
The Premium Proteins: Garlic & Oregano Grilled Chicken Breast (Halal Certified) and Crispy Spiced Chickpeas roasted in smoked paprika.
The Garden Elements & Sauces: Refreshing cucumber-tomato Shirazi salad, house-whipped tahini hummus, cooling dill tzatziki sauce, and warm artisan pita triangles.
🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Closing Keynote Speaker
Host: Trina Gunzel
Info: Trina will bring our summit to a close with inspiring words, sending us out into the world with action items to put what we've learned into play.
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Summit Networking Happy Hour
Info: Join us an alcohol-free/zero-proof happy hour. We will be providing light refreshments and mocktails made with zero-proof spirits and botanicals. Plus, we've got a pretty solid playlist we wanna show off!
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 70.00
