Events Overview
With 50 events annually, the Gwinnett Nonprofit Coalition (GNC) provides a plethora of programs specifically for the social sector.
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Whether you are looking to capitalize on resources that support stability, connect in spaces that inspire synergy, collaborate with squads for increased innovation or cultivate skills to enhance effectiveness, there are engagement opportunities for your nonprofit.
Engagement with the GNC provides a plethora of resources. To assist you in accessing all that your membership offers, a complimentary onboarding event, Activate, is provided. And, you’ll be in good company, as the event also provides the opportunity to connect with other new members.
Accelerate & Advance Members
Quarterly
Our Circles Roundtables provide nonprofit leaders with the platform to convene in confidence. Through a network of like-minded peers, the program encourages open dialogue, leading to collaborative learning and creative solutions. Exec Connect is comprised of CEOs & Executive Directors (size specific) charged with leading their organizations.
Quarterly
At the open house event, prospective members will learn more about the Gwinnett Nonprofit Coalition’s member benefits, meet GNC leadership, while networking with each other.
Executive Board
Twice a Year
The Prep Your Proposal (PYP) Program provides a guided overview of top grants. Held digitally, for playback purposes, pertinent information is presented, in addition to an opportunity for Q&A.
Attendee Access:
Accelerate & Advance Members (Staff Only)
Event Occurrence:
As Needed
Our Circles Roundtables provide nonprofit leaders with the platform to convene in confidence. Through a network of like-minded peers, the program encourages open dialogue, leading to collaborative learning and creative solutions. Rise Roundtable is for young professionals and is open to emerging leaders at any stage within their organization.
Attendee Access:
Accelerate & Advance Members (Staff Only)
Event Occurrence:
Quarterly
Knowledge is power. At the L&D Series, members can sharpen their skills in pertinent areas such as: board & volunteers, finance & funding, human resources, marketing & communications, operations & management, and more.
Attendee Access:
Accelerate & Advance members
Bi-Monthly
In its initial year, the Legislative Advisory Council will inform the GNC of nonprofit specific priorities it should consider. Additionally, special speakers will consist of nonprofit minded policy makers. Future facing, feedback will influence the structure of GNC’s advocacy efforts.
(Staff Only)
Lobbying by nonprofits is legal and encouraged by Congress. It is a powerful tool that can foster civic participation that results in stronger public policy. Learn how to get involved in the policymaking process at our lobbying event.
Advance Members
(Staff Only)
Once
501Connect is greater Gwinnett’s networking event for the nonprofit community. In addition to forming connections within the industry, each event also aligns attendees with external sectors to foster synergy.
Attendee Access:
Open
Bi-Monthly
Price Point:
$25
Accelerate &
Advance Members
$35
Non-members
*Pre-Registration Required
Celebrate with the Gwinnett Coalition as Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Chairwoman Nicole Hendrickson designates DATE as Gwinnett Nonprofit Day! This exciting milestone further demonstrates the importance of the industry through collective impact.
Attendee Access:
Open
Event Occurrence:
Once
Price Point:
$25
Accelerate &
Advance Members
$35
Non-members
*Pre-Registration Required
Scaling a nonprofit is heart work. And mindset matters as much as skillset. At this inspirational event, you will hear from actual nonprofit founders. The panel discussion will include those who started with a passion and have obtained success in the space.
Once
At this action-packed event, the Gwinnett Coalition will provide a forum for nonprofits to connect with local, state, and federal elected officials. In addition, it will curate a conversation on trends and policy issues impacting the industry with the National Council of Nonprofits.
Attendee Access:
Open
Event Occurrence:
Once
Price Point:
$30
Accelerate &
Advance Members
$40
Non-members
*Pre-Registration Required
At this advanced event, the GNC will team up with professionals in the nonprofit support space. This workshop is an expanded deep dive of the L&D Series and will provide knowledge on subject matters important to nonprofits.
(Staff Only)
Quarterly
Where the nonprofit C-Suite convene, (c)Social provides a private networking opportunity for executive level NPOs. A curated gathering, the guest list provides an intimate opportunity to connect with elevated attendees from external sectors.
(Staff Only)
Quarterly
