FUNDRAISING PRACTICON
A one-day series for leaders and managers
Wednesday January 7, 2026
9:00am-4:30pm
Wednesday January 7, 2026
9:00am-4:30pm
FP01: "Give Me Your Hand" - Cultivating Corporate Donors Through Relationship Building
Workshop
9:00am - 10:30am
Avalon/Battery, Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland
In this presentation, non-profit leader and fundraiser Jenn Deon will share tips and tools for building authentic relationships that lead to corporate donors that can be relied on to show up when you need them. Participants will also have the opportunity to share strategies that have worked well in their own markets.
FP02: “The Happiest Gift” - Individual Donor Fundraising
Panel Discussion
11:00am - 12:30pm
Avalon/Battery, Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland
Join colleagues from across the STA membership in a discussion of best practices regarding the cultivation of individual donors from levels micro to major.
Lunch (included)
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Avalon/Battery, Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland
FP03: “No Measure In Delight” - Impact Measurement in the Arts
Workshop Presentation
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Avalon/Battery, Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland
How do we effectively capture and communicate the true value of arts and cultural work in our communities? Join us for this essential workshop that will help you measure, understand, and amplify the stories of artists and arts organizations.
Led by Dr. Gillian Morrissey—musician, social entrepreneur, and author of the groundbreaking Dimensions of Impact in Arts Organizations framework— this interactive session will provide practical knowledge of impact measurement strategies specifically tailored for the arts sector.
You'll discover how these powerful tools can help your organization:
Together, we'll explore key frameworks and tools, terminology and concepts, including Theory of Change, Logic Models, Outcomes Mapping, and Impact Measurement Frameworks, all designed to help arts organizations of any size articulate their full value.
Led by Dr. Gillian Morrissey—musician, social entrepreneur, and author of the groundbreaking Dimensions of Impact in Arts Organizations framework— this interactive session will provide practical knowledge of impact measurement strategies specifically tailored for the arts sector.
You'll discover how these powerful tools can help your organization:
- Craft compelling narratives that resonate with funders and stakeholders
- Demonstrate your unique social and cultural contributions
- Build pathways to greater financial stability and organizational sustainability
- Connect your daily work to broader community outcomes
Together, we'll explore key frameworks and tools, terminology and concepts, including Theory of Change, Logic Models, Outcomes Mapping, and Impact Measurement Frameworks, all designed to help arts organizations of any size articulate their full value.
FP04:“I Know My Price” - Fundraising with Auctions: Trends, Insights & Data from the Field
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Avalon/Battery, Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland
The 2025 State of Nonprofit Auctions Report is the sector’s first comprehensive analysis of live and silent auctions that includes feedback from auction attendees, nonprofit professionals, and auction data from the field.
In this session, Emily Newberry, VP of Strategic Accounts and Sarah Sebastian, Director of Corporate Communications & Events at OneCause, a Bonterra company will share key trends, actionable insights, and best practices to help you enhance engagement, drive revenue, and build lasting relationships with your auction donors.
They will also highlight essential elements that contribute to a successful auction, from choosing the right items to leveraging digital tools for a frictionless experience.
Key takeaways:
In this session, Emily Newberry, VP of Strategic Accounts and Sarah Sebastian, Director of Corporate Communications & Events at OneCause, a Bonterra company will share key trends, actionable insights, and best practices to help you enhance engagement, drive revenue, and build lasting relationships with your auction donors.
They will also highlight essential elements that contribute to a successful auction, from choosing the right items to leveraging digital tools for a frictionless experience.
Key takeaways:
- Effective auction items and strategies for increasing bidder participation.
- How technology is shaping the future of nonprofit auctions.
- Actionable tips to engage donors and ensure long-term loyalty.
Registration:
Cost (in USD):
- Both in-person and virtual attendance options available.
Cost (in USD):
- Fundraising Practicon + Main Conference - $500 Early Bird until December 15 / $600 regular
Includes lunch every day (Wed-Sat), Wednesday reception & final banquet + 1 performance ticket to the shows playing Wed-Sat in the International Performance Festival (ticket costs are covered by must be reserved separately via the venue's ticketing system to ensure availability - details will be forwarded to registrants.)
- Fundraising Practicon Stand Alone - $150 Early Bird until December 15 / $200 regular - IN PERSON or VIRTUAL
Includes lunch + 1 performance ticket to the show playing Wednesday evening in the International Performance Festival (ticket costs are covered by must be reserved separately via the venue's ticketing system to ensure availability - details will be forwarded to registrants.)