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Nonprofit Resource Center

ESSBL 4.103
Email: nrc@utrgv.edu
Phone: (956) 665-7566

Workshops

Supporting and building capacity is integral to our mission to serve nonprofit organizations across the Rio Grande Valley. The NRC delivers affordable training for nonprofits taught by subject matter professionals.

Our Nonprofit Workshop Series provides unique learning opportunities, networking, and a Q&A time with each presenter.

SPRING / SUMMER 2025

FEBRUARY

Keeping the FUN in Fundraising
February 14, 2025 (Friday) | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm | Weslaco, TX 
Presented by: Andrea March, Attorney, Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA)
Description:
Fundraising can raise thorny legal issues for nonprofits. This workshop examines fundraising activities from a legal perspective. If you have questions about charitable activities such as raffles, bingo, auctions, online solicitations, selling goods or services, acknowledging donors, or other legal aspects of fundraising in Texas, this workshop is for you.
Practical Strategies for Effective Leadership
February 20, 2025 (Thursday) | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | Weslaco, TX 
Presented by: Michael Matthews, Assistant Professor, Management, UTRGV
Description:
In this session, we'll explore organizational leadership tools, focusing on leader emergence vs. leader effectiveness, the role of followers, and promoting positive leadership forms like ethical leadership and humility. After this workshop, participants will be better equipped to encourage others, engage followers, and develop as leaders.
 

MARCH

Nonprofit Empowerment: Sustainable Business Model Canvas Kit
March 20, 2025 (Thursday) | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm | Harlingen, TX | Cost: $45
Presented by: Sylvia Robles, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Practice - Entrepreneurship, UTRGV
Description:
This kit offers a tailored framework based on the Business Model Canvas methodology. It helps nonprofits clarify their mission, define value propositions, identify beneficiaries, explore revenue streams, and optimize resources. The kit aims to enhance sustainability, impact, and resilience, enabling nonprofits to achieve their objectives effectively.
Register HERE

APRIL

Oh, The Campaigns You'll Create!
April 16, 2025 (Wednesday) | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm | Weslaco, TX | Cost: $45
Presented by: Jeff Grandy, VP of Client Development, Catapult Fundraising
Description:
This dynamic, interactive workshop will provide actionable tools and strategies for creating impactful campaigns, building stronger donor relationships, and achieving your organization's fundraising goals. Get ready to roll up your sleeves and leave inspired to tackle your next big campaign with confidence!
Register HERE

MAY

Mastering Grant Management: Strategies for Success
May 6, 2025 (Tuesday) | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm | Weslaco, TX | Cost: $45
Presented by: Felipe Salinas, Managing Partner, Contexto Consulting
Description:
Learning that a grant has been funded is exciting! However, after the funding announcement, the work of carrying out the project and managing the grant begins. This session covers successful grant management, including preparation, tracking activities and expenditures, project evaluation, and stewardship practices.
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JUNE

Nonprofit Myths & Realities
June 13, 2025 (Friday) | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm | Harlingen, TX | Cost: $45
Presented by: Andrea March, Attorney, Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA)
Description:
This workshop will cover legal information about types of nonprofit entities, the advantages and disadvantages of each, steps in becoming a tax-exempt 501(c)(3), and other legal requirements. Whether you're starting a nonprofit or need to know the basics, this workshop is for you.
Register HERE