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Upcoming Sessions

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.


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