Resources

Making our region stronger with professional development resources and events.

Central Carolina Community Foundation provides a range of resources, training opportunities, and events designed to strengthen nonprofits across the Midlands. From capacity-building workshops to community convenings, we invest in the organizations that make our region stronger.

We offer a library of resources to help nonprofits build capacity, improve governance, and strengthen their work in the community. Resources include guides, toolkits, and links to partner organizations that support nonprofit development across South Carolina. Have a resource request or want to suggest a training topic? We welcome your feedback.

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Events

We host and participate in events throughout the year that bring together nonprofit leaders, community partners, and philanthropists. Events include grant information sessions, nonprofit training workshops, community forums, and the annual Midlands Gives giving day. Check back regularly for upcoming events or sign up for our newsletter to stay informed.

Past Trainings:

Click on the training links below to view the recordings.

Fundraising Basics with Network for Good

What would it mean for your organization if you received donations throughout the year? Whether you are new to fundraising or looking to tweak your existing fundraising efforts, this training will help you hone your fund development planning and implementation. You’ll determine the right audience of potential donors. Next, you’ll explore fundraising methods to deepen your relationships with current donors and widen your reach to new donors. Finally, you’ll build a message most likely to resonate with existing and new donors. With these strategies in place, you will be able to reach out with confidence year-round to give opportunities for donors to give.

Fundraising Basics with Network for Good

Building and Strengthening Donor Relations

Learn effective tools to build and strengthen relationships with donors for sustained and increased support. Plus, receive an overview of agency funds for nonprofits.

Building and Strengthening Donor Relations

Lights, Camera, Panic!

Lights, camera, panic! A media appearance is a great opportunity to build your visibility, reputation, and drive revenue. However, while it is thrilling, it can also be terrifying. Preparation is key from a television news professional who can share the secrets and strategies for success. Learn how to gain camera confidence for live and virtual interviews, clearly express yourself, and adapt your message to stand out. Additionally, participants will learn about Central Carolina Community Foundation’s public relations and social media efforts during Midlands Gives and how to align your message with the Foundation’s.

Lights, Camera, Panic!

Did you know you can use our space to host your event?

Central Carolina Community Foundation’s Collaboration Zone, located in Columbia’s convenient and vibrant BullStreet District, offers a versatile and professional space for community partners to collaborate and work toward creating a sustainable impact in the Midlands.