Nonprofit Trainings

THURSTON COUNTY

Succession Planning Re-Imagined: Leadership Continuity to Sustain Your Mission

Presented by Interim Executives Academy & hosted by the Community Foundation of South Puget Sound

October 22, 2025 | 2:00 - 6:00 pm PT |  SPSCC Lacey Campus

What does "succession planning" mean in your organization? Nonprofit executives and their boards often react nervously, even negatively, to the idea of leadership succession discussions. And according to BoardSource, 73% of nonprofits don't have a written succession plan.

Those organizations face significant risk should they experience a sudden vacancy in a key position. But leadership transitions also provide opportunities for growth if an organization has a culture focused on developing the human capital it needs for the future.

We are pleased to offer this session to help your organization build such a culture. Starting with the belief that an organization's people are its most valuable resource, this session will demonstrate that succession planning is more than just preparing for a vacancy in the executive director's position—it's about creating and sustaining leadership continuity throughout the organization.

Designed for executive directors, senior staff, and board members, this session will help you:

• Understand the components of a strong succession planning framework
• Assess your organization's leadership landscape
• Build a board leadership pipeline
• Champion a culture that values people as your most vital asset

Let's shift the conversation from "What if someone leaves?" to "How do we keep growing?"

Schedule:  

• 2:00 - 2:30 pm: Networking
• 2:30 - 6:00 pm: Training

Refreshments will be provided.

Questions?

For questions or to share any accessibility needs, please contact Heidi Oehler, Engagement & Initiatives Officer at heidi@thecommunityfoundation.com or by phone at 360.705.3340.

The Community Foundation of South Puget Sound is proud to sponsor this training to make it free and accessible to our nonprofit community. Space is limited, so we ask that you register in advance to reserve your spot.

MASON COUNTY

Boards In Gear

Presented by Nonprofit Association of Washington in Partnership with Community Foundation of South Puget Sound

November 13, 2025 | 10:30 am - 2:30 pm PT | Mason County Senior Activities Center

You joined a nonprofit board because you care about the organization’s mission. You want your contributions as a board member to positively affect the issues addressed by the organization. As a board, you want your nonprofit to thrive and make a difference in the communities served by your organization. Whether your nonprofit is just starting or is long established, getting your board in gear can help put your organization on a clear path forward.

This interactive workshop is based on the Boards in Gear resources developed in partnership with some of our state’s leading board experts. You will leave with concrete action steps, tools, and connections.

The workshop will cover:

1. Board responsibilities
2. Board operations
3. Composition and development
4. Fundraising
5. Advocacy

Lunch will be provided.

Questions?

For questions please contact Nonprofit Association of Washington by phone at 855.299.2922 ext. 108 or by email at learning@nonprofitwa.org.

The Community Foundation of South Puget Sound is proud to sponsor this training to make it free and accessible to our nonprofit community. Space is limited, so we ask that you register in advance to reserve your spot.