The Fundraising Board: Turning Reluctance into Results
When: Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM PT
Where: Community Foundation Santa Cruz County
Cost: $10
This Executive Director Roundtable will explore practical strategies for helping boards move from reluctance and discomfort to meaningful participation in fundraising. Together, we'll discuss common barriers, share lessons learned, and exchange ideas for building a stronger culture of philanthropy within our organizations. This group is exclusively for Executive Directors.
June Development Roundtable
When: Thursday, 25 June 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM PT
Where: Abbott Square Market, Santa Cruz
Join fellow development professionals and executive directors for a relaxed, energizing roundtable focused on real connection, candid conversation, and shared learning. Feel free to invite a colleague who would enjoy being part of the conversation. Buy or bring your own lunch.
Testimonials
“Sharon will support you in meeting and succeeding in your fundraising goals, just like she did for us.”
-Stephanie Barron Lu
Executive Director, Positive Discipline Community Resources
“I hired Sharon to equip me with the tools to become a major donor fundraiser and she did. I feel much more comfortable in the act of soliciting gifts. One of the most important things Sharon did for me was help me identify that the root cause of a lot of my stress was time management and prioritization. Sharon has helped me set priorities, and stick to them. These tools were so transformational for me that I’m strongly recommending them for my leadership team.”
-Sarah Newkirk
Executive Director The Land Trust of Santa Cruz County
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