Keep the Music Playing: A Storytelling Workshop
Posted OnAugust 7, 2026 bySESSION DESCRIPTION The hardest part of storytelling isn’t telling the story. It’s recognizing the moments that resonate and knowing how to use them. One authentic story can strengthen a grant application, inspire a donor, help recruit a volunteer, and deepen community support. Designed for nonprofit leaders and development professionals, this interactive workshop introduced a practical…Read More…
Building Support: Digital Fundraising & Communications Strategies
Posted OnMarch 16, 2026 bySESSION DESCRIPTION This virtual session on digital fundraising and communications, tailored for Levitt venues and music series grantees, addressed the unique challenge of fundraising in the arts, and specifically for free events. The session covered messaging for donors, sponsors, and stakeholders across digital channels–from highlighting program costs to reinforcing the value that each nonprofit brings—building…Read More…
Practical Grant Writing & Fundraising Strategies
Posted OnSeptember 8, 2025 bySESSION DESCRIPTION Securing sustainable funding is essential for keeping free, live music thriving in your community. This 75-minute virtual workshop, led by fundraising expert Joanna Drew of Hilo Consulting, provided practical strategies to strengthen your fundraising and grant writing efforts. Participants explored the current funding landscape, assessed grant readiness, and learned approaches to research, storytelling,…Read More…
Creating Accessible Marketing Strategies
Posted OnAugust 6, 2025 bySESSION DESCRIPTION Planning accessible concerts is just the beginning; ensuring that people with disabilities are aware of and feel welcomed at these events is equally essential. This practical workshop, led by accessibility expert Elizabeth Ralston, delved into the importance of accessible marketing for free, outdoor concerts. Participants explored strategies to enhance accessibility across websites, social…Read More…
Embrace AI for Nonprofit Impact
Posted OnAugust 14, 2024 bySESSION DESCRIPTION This workshop was designed to educate nonprofit leaders about AI and its implications for their work. With the growing discussions on equity, representation, and collaboration in AI initiatives, gaining fluency on these issues and a working knowledge of these tools is critical. In this 90-minute workshop, we explored AI and its relevance to…Read More…