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Nonprofit Managers and Board Members Are Invited to “Build Your Fundraising Toolkit”

Calling all Nonprofit Directors, Fundraisers, Development Chairs and Board Members May 24, 2023 from 8:30 to 10am at the Women’s Exchange in the Community House in Winnetka! Join this lively Panel Discussion lead by two distinguished fundraising professionals with a lot of valuable experience to share. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to network with other Nonprofits facing the same challenges you are. Breakfast will be served.

Topics of discussion will include:
Fundraising
Grant Writing
Board Development
Special Events and Programs
Corporate Sponsorships and Funding

Register Here

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