Strategy That Matters

Schedule

Fri Apr 17 2026 at 09:00 am to 12:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

The NEW Center | Ann Arbor, MI

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Unlock the power of strategic thinking to align your mission, community, and leadership for lasting impact.
About this Event

Strategy is more than a plan - it’s a purposeful practice that guides how your nonprofit grows, adapts, and stays true to its mission. In this interactive workshop, we’ll demystify what strategy really means and why it’s essential for sustainable, values-driven leadership.


We’ll explore the foundational elements of strategy (mission, vision, and values) and examine the critical roles community members, staff, and boards play in co-creating a living, breathing strategic plan. Through collaborative exercises and reflection, you’ll learn how to recognize what strategic thinking looks and feels like within your organization and how small intentional shifts can spark transformational change.


Rooted in NEW’s commitment to equity, care, and community wisdom, this workshop invites nonprofit leaders to move beyond traditional planning toward a dynamic process that centers power-sharing, regenerative practices, and collective leadership.


By the end of our time together, you’ll be equipped to:
  • Define strategy and understand its role in mission advancement
  • Clarify who shapes strategy and how to deepen inclusive participation
  • Connect your mission, vision, and values to everyday strategic decision-making
  • Identify practical ways to nurture a culture of strategic thinking across your organization

Who should attend:

This workshop is designed for nonprofit leaders at all levels, including executive directors, program staff, board members, and community partners, who want to deepen their understanding of strategic planning as a living, values-aligned process. If you’re ready to shift from strategy as a static document to strategy as an ongoing, collaborative practice that reflects your organization’s unique strengths and community, this session is for you.



Can’t make it to this workshop? We’ve got you covered. 

Join us instead on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 2:00–4:00pm ET for a virtual session on Zoom. Learn more and register here.


Looking for more opportunities to learn and grow? Check out these upcoming workshops:

Friday, May 15, 2026 | 10:00am–12:00pm | In-person at the NEW Center

Thursday, June 25, 2026 | 9:00am–12:00pm | In-person at the NEW Center


Explore all of NEW’s upcoming workshops through June 2026 .
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The NEW Center, 1100 N. Main St., Ann Arbor, United States

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