Description
2026 Nonprofit Bootcamp in Lisbon
A three-day comprehensive program for emerging and scaling nonprofits — weaving together foundational sessions for organizational strategy, resource development, advocacy, and culture into a unified roadmap for impact.
October 14 – October 16, 2026 from 9:30am to 3:30pm (see below to add on the one-day Essentials Track (Beginner Level) on October 13th &/or a half-day Grant Writing session on October 12th.
At Avila Spaces: Av. da República 6 1º esq, 1050-191 Lisbon
Lisbon, Portugal (Why Lisbon?) Because it’s inexpensive and easily accessible especially from the East Coast and the rest of the US and Canada)
- Engaging sessions
- Networking opportunities
- Tangible takeaways and actionable next steps
This boutique conference is for anyone thinking of starting a nonprofit or learning grant writing, for new and emerging nonprofits, and for long-running nonprofits looking to scale up and build capacity. Sessions will be led by expert consultants with nonprofit experience, and by nonprofit leaders as well. Don’t miss out on the chance to hear proven tactics for success!
We’ll have sessions with daily themes on:
Advanced Fundraising, Capital Campaigns & Revenue Innovation
- Designing High-Net-Worth Donor Journeys Using Data Analytics + AI & Predictive Giving Tools
- Endowments, Legacy Giving & Capital Campaigns
- Innovative Earned Revenue Models for Mission-Driven Organizations
Strategic Leadership, Governance & Executive Alignment
- Reframing Governance: Moving from Compliance to Strategy
- Strategic Planning that Works: Turning Vision into Action
- Succession Planning & Leadership Pipelines for Staff Teams
Organizational Culture, Communications & Resilience
- Narrative Strategy for Movement Building
- Navigating DEI in the Current Government & Funding Landscape
- Healing-Centered Leadership & Burnout PreventionThe main registration includes three conference days (Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday) with coffee and traditional Portuguese pastries each morning. Lunch is no-host with the group or on your own to explore. There will be three optional no host dinner gatherings (TU, WED, & THUR).
Register now to secure your spot! This is a boutique conference — there is only room for 18 participants. We’ll follow up with all of the details. We’ll also arrange a a Zoom conversation (recorded) for those wanting information on fights, hotels/AirBnBs, transportation, and fun things to do while in Portugal. Don’t forget even an international work trip is a write off (talk to your accountant, of course).
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