Together on Purpose: Exploring the Spectrum of Nonprofit Collaboration
Wed, Dec 10
|Zoom
In today’s rapidly changing environment, nonprofits are being called to work smarter, deeper and more collaboratively. From informal cooperation and shared staffing to administrative consolidation and full organizational merger, there exists a broad continuum of collaboration.
Time & Location
Dec 10, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM CST
Zoom
About the event
This workshop is offered in partnership with Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines, Larned A. Waterman Iowa Nonprofit Center, and the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation.
Intended Audience: Nonprofit executive directors, board members, staff and community leaders interested in exploring opportunities for working together more effectively. In today’s rapidly changing environment, nonprofits are being called to work smarter, deeper and more collaboratively. From informal cooperation and shared staffing to administrative consolidation and full organizational merger, there exists a broad continuum of collaboration.
This interactive virtual session will explore how purpose-driven organizations can assess, initiate and sustain collaborative efforts that strengthen their missions and amplify community impact.We’ll begin with insights from Anne Wallestad, professional coach and former president & CEO of BoardSource. Anne will set the stage for why now is a pivotal moment for nonprofits to view collaboration as a strategic pathway—helping us reflect on how shared purpose and values can spark meaningful, durable relationships…