Wisconsin Nonprofit Summit

06/12/2026

Consultants have always been part of the nonprofit ecosystem — helping organizations navigate change, strategy, and growth.

But this year, we wanted to create space for consultants to be equipped, too.

The NEW Consultant Track at the Wisconsin Nonprofit Summit focuses on:
• Community engagement that leads to action
• Navigating federal policy changes
• Building sustainable consulting practices
• Leading teams well in difficult environments

Whether you’re an established consultant or considering the leap into consulting, this track is designed to strengthen your practice and your impact.

✨ Rising Together: Renewal Through Community
📍 June 17, 2026 | Milwaukee
🎟️ Register today: https://uwm.edu/sce/conferences/wisconsin-nonprofit-summit-2026/

06/11/2026

Program staff are asked to do a lot — often with limited time, limited resources, and changing community needs.

The Programming Track at the Wisconsin Nonprofit Summit is built for people doing the day-to-day work of impact.

These sessions focus on practical tools you can immediately bring back to your organization:
• Stronger community engagement
• Inclusive communication
• Better evaluation practices
• Aligning programs with real community impact

In one day, gain fresh ideas, actionable strategies, and space to reconnect with the purpose behind the work.

✨ Rising Together: Renewal Through Community
📍 June 17, 2026 | Milwaukee
🎟️ Register today: https://uwm.edu/sce/conferences/wisconsin-nonprofit-summit-2026/

06/10/2026

Every nonprofit is feeling the pressure to raise more with less certainty.

The Fundraising Track at the Wisconsin Nonprofit Summit is designed to help organizations rethink fundraising with honesty, creativity, and strategy.

Sessions will explore:
• Smarter grant decision-making
• Human-centered storytelling
• Focused fundraising strategies
• Building confidence around budgets

Whether you’re new to development or a seasoned fundraiser, you’ll walk away with ideas you can actually use.

✨ Rising Together: Renewal Through Community
📍 June 17, 2026 | Milwaukee
🎟️ Register today: https://uwm.edu/sce/conferences/wisconsin-nonprofit-summit-2026/

06/09/2026

Leadership can feel isolating.

The decisions are constant. The expectations are high. And somehow, there’s never enough time.

The Executive Track at the Wisconsin Nonprofit Summit was designed for nonprofit leaders navigating complexity while still trying to lead with vision, clarity, and care.

This year’s sessions will explore:
• Future-ready boards
• Ethical leadership and transparency
• Power-sharing and accountability
• Building a healthy organizational culture

You’ll leave with practical strategies, a renewed perspective, and connections with leaders who understand the weight of the work.

✨ Rising Together: Renewal Through Community
📍 June 17, 2026 | Milwaukee
🎟️ Register today: https://uwm.edu/sce/conferences/wisconsin-nonprofit-summit-2026/

05/29/2026

Rising Together: Renewal Through Community

The Wisconsin Nonprofit Summit 2026 is almost here, and we are excited to share that we have lined up an incredible group of speakers, panelists, and community leaders from across Wisconsin and beyond.

Our “Speakers at a Glance” schedule gives you a preview of the day’s sessions, conversations, and networking opportunities.

This year’s summit will focus on what it takes to rebuild trust, strengthen relationships, and create real solutions through coalition building and shared leadership. Whether you are an executive director, fundraiser, program staff member, consultant, or community partner, this conference is designed to leave you encouraged, equipped, and connected.

📅 June 17, 2026
📍 UWM School of Continuing Education – Milwaukee
🕗 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

We are also excited to share:
✔️ Parking is included in your registration fee
✔️ Limited scholarships are available

If cost is a barrier, please email [email protected] with a note about what attending the conference would mean to you.

We believe community matters now more than ever, and we would love for you to join us as we rise together.

🎟️ Register today: https://uwm.edu/sce/conferences/wisconsin-nonprofit-summit-2026/

01/15/2026

Interested in presenting at this year's Wisconsin Nonprofit Summit? Read for more info!

Nonprofit leaders, fundraisers, consultants, and community partners across Wisconsin are invited to submit breakout session proposals for the Wisconsin Nonprofit Summit 2026, hosted by the Helen Bader Institute for Nonprofit Management (HBI) at UW–Milwaukee. Proposals are due March 15, 2026,... Re...

07/14/2025

The registration deadline has been extended to July 22! Don't miss out on this year's exciting lineup! https://wisconsin-nonprofit-summit.org/

06/03/2025

Exciting news! The Wisconsin Nonprofit Summit 2025 schedule is LIVE!

Join us for inspiring keynotes, expert-led workshops, and valuable networking opportunities. Let’s work together to strengthen Wisconsin’s nonprofit community.

View the Schedule & Register: wisconsin-nonprofit-summit.org