BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//San Antonio Area Foundation - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:San Antonio Area Foundation X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://saafdn.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for San Antonio Area Foundation REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T120000 DTSTAMP:20260531T085517 CREATED:20260403T222241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T222241Z UID:10000131-1790067600-1790078400@saafdn.org SUMMARY:Million Dollar Gifts\, Part 1: Preparing your Major Gifts Strategy  DESCRIPTION:When you see headlines in the news about multi-million-dollar donations to a local nonprofit\, do you ever wonder “How did they do that?” This session will peel back the curtain on how high-performing development teams cultivate and maintain relationships with major donors. We will start by examining the types of major donors and their motivations. We will learn about the unique donor landscape in San Antonio. We will then evaluate your organization’s current relationships\, capacity\, and history of success with major donors. Please also consider joining us for Part 2 of this series\, “Executing your Major Gifts Strategy”\, in which we’ll use your internal assessment to craft a major donor strategy that delivers for your organization. The next time you read about an eye-popping donation in the news\, we want your organization and your worthy cause to be the one celebrating. \nObjectives: \n\nUnderstand the value of major gifts and why they are often overlooked.\nLearn the different types of major donors and what motivates them.\nUnderstand the major donor landscape in San Antonio.\n\nWho should attend: Nonprofit Management Program participants\, Nonprofit Development Officers\, Fundraising Professionals\, staff and anyone interested in enhancing their career with these skills. \nREGISTER HERE  URL:https://saafdn.org/events/million-dollar-gifts-part-1-preparing-your-major-gifts-strategy/ LOCATION:San Antonio Area Foundation\, 155 Concord Plaza Drive Suite 301\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78216\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://saafdn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Million-Dollar-Gift.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T163000 DTSTAMP:20260531T085517 CREATED:20260403T223020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T223020Z UID:10000132-1790083800-1790094600@saafdn.org SUMMARY:Million Dollar Gifts\, Part 2: Executing your Major Gifts Strategy DESCRIPTION:Evaluation is the key to successfully scaling and sustaining the impact of nonprofits. When we don’t know IF our program works or WHY it works\, we may struggle to justify continued funding. We may also risk losing community engagement\, and we may disengage from the core mission that drives our work. In this session\, we will explore what and how to evaluate programs to ensure the future of your organization through scale and sustainability. Participants will leave with specific tools to implement and a stronger theoretical understanding of the nature of evaluation. \nObjectives: \n\nUnderstand the components of effective program development — planning\, executing\, and evaluating programs.\nIdentify resources available to support consistent professional development in program development skills.\n\nWho should attend: Nonprofit Management Program participants\, Nonprofit Development Officers\, Fundraising Professionals\, staff and anyone interested in enhancing their career with these skills. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://saafdn.org/events/million-dollar-gifts-part-2-executing-your-major-gifts-strategy/ LOCATION:San Antonio Area Foundation\, 155 Concord Plaza Drive Suite 301\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78216\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://saafdn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/money-money.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T120000 DTSTAMP:20260531T085517 CREATED:20260403T223257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T223257Z UID:10000133-1790672400-1790683200@saafdn.org SUMMARY:Understanding Nonprofit Financial Statements DESCRIPTION:Financial management for nonprofit organizations is becoming more important due to increased donor sophistication and access to information\, increased competition\, and reliability of financial data for executives and board members to make key decisions. This course will provide a basic overview of financial statements and key financial metrics applicable to nonprofit organizations. \nObjectives: \n\nUnderstand key financial concepts applicable to nonprofit organizations.\n\n\nUsing financial ratios and metrics to assess the financial health of the organization.\n\n\nLearn the differences between a financial statement\, audit\, review\, compilation\, and agreed-upon procedures\n\nWho should attend: Nonprofit Management Program participants\, CEOs\, CFOs\, COOs\, Controllers\, board chairs\, and others interested in minimizing risk. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://saafdn.org/events/understanding-nonprofit-financial-statements/ LOCATION:San Antonio Area Foundation\, 155 Concord Plaza Drive Suite 301\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78216\, United States CATEGORIES:Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://saafdn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/financials.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T123000 DTSTAMP:20260531T085517 CREATED:20260107T031530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T054014Z UID:10000127-1791363600-1791376200@saafdn.org SUMMARY:The Power of Resilience DESCRIPTION:Resilience is a hallmark of effective leadership. Developing resilience requires acceptance\, focus\, and a willingness to effectively prioritize one’s time through self-management practices. Resilience has gained more importance as work/life balance has diminished\, as crisis\, workplace transformation\, and time demands have contributed to higher levels of stress in our careers and lives. \nFocus: The “Power of Resilience” workshop explores barriers to resilience and illustrates how changes in attitude and mindset can help you develop and grow this critical leadership trait.  In this class\, you will complete the Johari Window assessment. \nPrework or Assessment: Complete Johari’s Window reading and assessment. \nWho Should Attend: It is suitable for staff at all levels\, new learners\, and those who may want to revisit previous learning. \nNOTE: Registration closes 3 weeks in advance of class to allow participants to complete the assessment \nInvestment for this class: $120 \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://saafdn.org/events/the-power-of-resilience-3/ LOCATION:Meals on Wheels\, 2718 Danbury\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78217\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://saafdn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Resilience-Spring-2024.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T123000 DTSTAMP:20260531T085517 CREATED:20260107T031340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T033302Z UID:10000126-1792573200-1792585800@saafdn.org SUMMARY:The Power of Conflict Management DESCRIPTION:Effective conflict management is crucial for maintaining a productive and harmonious workplace. This workshop\, “The Power of Conflict Management\,” provides participants with the tools and strategies to navigate and resolve conflicts constructively\, fostering a positive organizational culture. \nFocus: Participants will learn how to identify the sources of conflict\, understand different conflict styles\, and apply conflict resolution techniques to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. The workshop emphasizes the importance of communication\, empathy\, and problem-solving skills in managing conflicts effectively. \nAdditional Content: Participants will engage in interactive exercises and case studies to practice conflict resolution skills. Pre-reading materials and assessments will be provided before the session (included in the fee). Registration closes three weeks before the class date to allow time for these preparations. \nPrework or Assessment: Complete TKI assessment. \nNOTE: Registration closes 3 weeks before class to allow participants to complete the assessment. \nInvestment for this class: $155 \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://saafdn.org/events/the-power-of-conflict-management-2/ LOCATION:Meals on Wheels\, 2718 Danbury\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78217\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://saafdn.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Conflict-Management-.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR