Specialized Retreats, Trainings, and Leadership Development
JRA offers bespoke retreats, trainings, and workshops for nonprofit organizations that can be
adapted for various audiences including staff, Boards, Board committees and Board leadership.
Explore below our sampling of customizable workshops that will align your organization’s needs and objectives:
workshopsBoard Impact
Successful Board Governance In this comprehensive workshop, your board will walk away with both a clear understanding and specific next steps around effective governance. JRA consultants share best practices and facilitate a discussion that will include specific Board roles and responsibilities, purposeful Board structure/committees, onboarding board members, board meeting design and frequency, term limits, and distinctions between an Advisory Board vs. Board of Directors.
Passing the Torch: Succession PlanningPrepare for the future with a comprehensive and strategic succession plan. This workshop guides organizations through the process of managing an executive leadership change, including mapping the Board’s role and understanding of change management best practices with stakeholders. Perfect for boards and leadership teams planning for long-term sustainment.
Designing a Strong Board + Staff Partnership Foster synergy between your board and staff to achieve organizational excellence. Learn how to build an effective partnership that leverages each group’s strengths to drive results. Recommended for both board members and staff members
Navigating Conflict with EmpathyIn this important workshop, JRA consultants lead participants through exercises around conflict mapping and providing feedback to build empathy and a more cohesive board. Participants will leave with excitement, tools, and a spirit of collaboration for the road ahead.
workshopsFundraising
Principles for Effective, Relational Individual and Major Gift Fundraising This interactive session covers the foundations of donor engagement, donor life cycles, storytelling, operational best practices, and crafting compelling appeals and donor communications. JRA Consultants will delve into best practices around the power of building relationships, emphasizing personalized donor connections, trust-building, and long-term partnerships. You'll walk away with concrete tactics for how to best engage prospects and donors.
Introduction to Capital Campaign Planning This workshop provides a foundational understanding of capital campaign planning, covering goal-setting, donor identification, conducting a feasibility study, and campaign strategy. Recommended for organizations considering ambitious growth or facility projects.
Best Practices for Organizations in Transition Whether you’re facing staff and/or board leadership changes, restructuring, or other transitions, this workshop equips you with insights, tools, and strategies for maintaining stability and momentum.
Improve Culture, Performance, and Talent by Leveraging CliftonStrengthsHarness the power of CliftonStrengths to enhance your organization’s culture and performance. Learn how to identify and leverage the unique talents of your board members and/or staff, creating a more productive and engaged team.
workshopsCapacity Building
Coaching: Maximizing and Retaining Your Fundraising Team Elevate your fundraising team’s effectiveness through coaching. Explore proven techniques to motivate, support, and retain top talent in your fundraising department. Perfect for nonprofit leaders and managers seeking to build a high-performing team.
