NPLE Educational Speaker Series
All sessions are free and held virtually via Zoom from 12 to 1 p.m.Registration for future sessions open as the class date approaches.
January 7, 2025
Board Development
In Partnership with the Washington County Bar Association
Presented by: Wendy Burtner, Nonprofit Sidekick
In this informative session, we'll explore the key duties, roles, legal responsibilities, and rights of nonprofit board members, and gain practical insights on how to strengthen your board's effectiveness and governance.
Featured Speaker
Wendy Burtner
Co-founder, Nonprofit Sidekick
Wendy Burtner is a nonprofit leader, trusted advisor and consultant with 30 years experience leading organizations through transitions and building strong foundations for growth. She has a wide range of experience across the nonprofit sector including leadership roles in corporate philanthropy and arts administration, as well as, health, human services and economic and workforce development. She was a member of the start up teams at GuideStar (now Candid), The CarMax Corporate Foundation, and the Early Childhood Initiative.
February 25, 2025
Crafting A Winning Grant Proposal III
Presented by: Alicia Andrews, Senior Program Officer Eden Hall Foundation; Bethany Hemingway, Senior Program Officer, Staunton Farm Foundation; Dana Scarpino, Manager of Community Relations, UPMC Health Plan
It's still all in the name!
Discover the elements of a strong grant application from seasoned funders whose organizations annually support the Washington County community with millions of dollars in grants. Learn how to strengthen your grant applications for better results.
April 1, 2025
Cyber Security for Nonprofits
Presented by: Leia Shilobod, Compliancy IT
May 20, 2025
Statement of Functional Expense
Presented by: Michael Anderson, CPA, Imperial Tax South Hills
August 19, 2025
Strategic Planning
Presented by: Wendy Burtner and Stephanie Masters, Nonprofit Sidekick
November 4, 2025
Professional Development & Succession Planning for Your Employees
Presented by: Tom Sterling, VP People Solutions Operations, Cox Automotive
December 9, 2025
Own or Lease Your Facility? - Best Strategy for Your Nonprofit
Presented by: Jamie Colecchi, Mon Valley Alliance