Four session program presented by Minnesota Council on Foundations

Whether you are thinking about board service, are currently serving, or are a seasoned board member looking for a refresher, “Board Series: The Board Member’s Guide to Good Governance” is for you.  

This 4-part series will explore different aspects of nonprofit governance, offering practical, varied, and rich content that mixes tools and principles that are immediately implementable with strategies and resources geared toward your continual long-term growth as an effective and engaged board member. 

All sessions will be led by experienced nonprofit leaders and subject-matter experts and designed to offer practical information that can be applied immediately along with larger-picture questions and possibilities to consider for the long-term. 

• Workshop 1: Nonprofit Board 101: Basic Board Member Duties – July 9, 2026, from 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm CT 

• Workshop 2: Board Member Legal and Human Resources Responsibilities – July 16, 2026, from 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm CT 

• Workshop 3: Financial Information Board Members Should Know – July 23, 2026, from 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm CT 

• Workshop 4: Nonprofit Board Inclusion: DEI Success Strategies – July 30, 2026, from 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm CT 

Each event takes place on Thursday every week from 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm CT. 

Alliance members are eligible for MCN member rate: $175

Presented by Oasis International

Six Flags New England Trip

Presented by the Center for Dynamic Learning

Dive into a future of opportunity with the Center for Dynamic Learning and the Trades Up Initiative that brings learning to life through hands-on experience and real-world application. Designed to spark curiosity and build confidence, this immersive pathway introduces students to in-demand careers in the marine trades—where innovation meets the water.

Through engaging, project-based learning, students develop essential academic and technical skills while exploring key disciplines such as plumbing, electrical systems, engineering, welding, and fabrication. Along the way, they gain a deeper understanding of how these trades shape marine and coastal infrastructure—and the broader world around us

The program will take place from July 6th to August 7th. We will meet on Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 8:30-3:00 pm, at the Center for Dynamic Learning,1 Louisa Street, Providence, and on Tuesday/Thursday, 12:00-6:30 pm, at Providence Career and Tech, 41 Fricker Street, Providence.

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Presented by Double the Donation.

Presented By Double The Donation

Explore how Gilead Sciences connects employees to communities through talent, time, and funds to drive deep corporate citizenship!

• The Corporate Filter: How companies evaluate and choose specific causes to support.
• Platform Discoverability: How to make your nonprofit visible on giving platforms and avoid common eligibility pitfalls.
• Reporting That Matters: What "good reporting" looks like for employee audiences, ensuring they stay enthusiastic about your mission.

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Presented by Nonprofit Learning Lab

The philanthropic landscape has shifted considerably this year. Funders have been rethinking priorities, economic conditions continue to influence giving patterns, and the political climate is actively shaping how resources move across the nonprofit sector. With the first half of the year behind us, now is the right moment to assess where things stand and how to position your organization for what's ahead.

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Presented by the Women's Resource Center

The 15th annual Citizens Pell Bridge Run will be held on Sunday, August 30, 2026 at 7:00 AM. Starting in Jamestown and finishing in downtown Newport, this point-to-point event is open to runners and walkers of all ages and speeds! The 4-mile road race and walk is the only day of the year pedestrians are permitted to cross the famous Newport Pell Bridge. Gather your friends and family for a day of fun, fitness and stunning views! 100% of all net proceeds from the event go to local non-profits like the Women's Resource Center.

After registering, ask your network to support the WRC with a donation, in honor of your race. There are a select number of complimentary race registrations for WRC fundraisers! Contact us for a special link.

If you would like join the Women's Resource Center team please 1) register for the race then 2) complete this form. Team members will meet in Jamestown, sip hot beverages, watch the sun rise and take a team photo! Participants can walk or run on their own or with our staff and volunteers.

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Presented by Social Current

This six-part webinar series will equip staff and leaders at all levels with foundational mindsets, knowledge, and skills to help themselves and their colleagues prioritize well-being at work, manage through uncertainty, and handle conflict with compassion. Through presentations, self-reflection, and interactive discussions, participants will learn about core mindsets and strategies rooted in neuroscience that can help them build a healing-centered organizational culture.

Each session will offer key concepts and practical application tools for participants to apply to their daily work and interactions with colleagues.

• Regulation Strategies for Staying Well at Work: Jan. 22, 1-1:45 p.m. ET
• Executive Functioning Skills: Feb. 26, 1-1:45 p.m. ET
• Having Difficult Conversations: March 26, 1-1:45 p.m. ET
• Healthy Boundaries and Expectations: May 28, 1-1:45 p.m. ET
• Psychological Safety, Accountability, and Support: July 23, 1-1:45 p.m. ET
• Self-Compassion: Sept. 24, 1-1:45 p.m. ET

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Presented by the RI R&B Preservation Society

Free/open to the public

R&B Preservation Hall Band

Presented by Tomaquag Museum.

Please join us for the 23rd Annual Honoring & Cultural Celebration. We will be honoring Wunneanatsu Lamb-Cason, Marjory O'Toole, Gaia, Dr. Saundra  McMillan, endawnis Spears, Kathrine Estes, and Michael Kickbearing Johnson.

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