PAUL CLARKE LEADERSHIP SERIES
With education comes knowledge—and knowledge strengthens nonprofits. The Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne is proud to offer the Paul Clarke Leadership Series, providing accessible, high-quality training for Allen County nonprofit leaders. It’s one way we invest in the organizations that give so much to our community.
Through this series, we deliver practical workshops that help nonprofits maximize impact, strengthen organizational health, and safeguard resources.
CERTIFICATE IN FUNDRAISING MANAGEMENT (CFRM)
A comprehensive, four-part fundraising program for nonprofit professionals interested in completing the full certificate pathway.
2026 COURSE MODULES AND DATES:
Principles & Techniques of Fundraising — March 9–12
Developing Annual Sustainability — April 21–23
Developing Major Gifts — May 12–14
Fundraising Campaigns: From Capital to Comprehensive — June 16–18
Pricing: $2,400
BOARD FORWARD
Is your organization ready to diversify its board and foster meaningful culture change?
Board Forward helps nonprofits attract, recruit, onboard, and retain diverse board members while cultivating a more inclusive and effective board culture.
We’re refining the program for next year to ensure it remains impactful, streamlined, and easy to participate in. More details coming soon!
Board Forward will be offered based on interest and cohort size. Join the interest list now—program dates will be finalized once we reach the target number of participating organizations.
Interested? Email Taylor Abdon to be added to the Board Forward 2026 waitlist.
2026 Grants Q&A Workshops
Have questions about our grant programs or want to strengthen your next application? Join a Grants Q&A Workshop designed to support both new and returning grantees.
During each session, our team will share an overview of available funding opportunities, walk through the application process, and answer your questions. Participation is not required to apply for a grant.
Registration Now Open:
Thursday, January 22, 2026
2:00–4:00 PM
Grants Q&A Workshop Registration
Registration is required. Each session is limited to 30 participants, and registration opens 30 days prior to the session. If a session is full, you may join the waitlist and will receive early registration access for the next scheduled workshop.
This free session will cover:
- Overview of current grant programs
- Application tips and best practices
- Live Q&A with our team
Future 2026 Grants Q&A Workshop Dates:
- April 16 | 10:00–12:00 PM
- July 30 | 2:00–4:00 PM
- October 8 | 10:00–12:00 PM