Training

Opportunities

"(Almost) Everything Your Nonprofit Needs to Know About the 2026 Election," a NC Center for Nonprofits webinar, Tuesday, February 10th, 1pm to 2pm, FREE! Learn or get a refresh on what 501(c)(3) nonprofits can and can’t do in an election year, ways nonprofit staff, board members, and volunteers can (legally) engage in campaigns, and common questions about tricky election-year situations for nonprofits. They'll also discuss recent changes to state election laws that might affect nonprofits and the people they serve, and ways to protect your nonprofit's reputation and avoid legal trouble when partnering with other organizations in an election year. Registration in on the NC Center's website.

"Modernizing the Mission: Reimagining How We Engage and Empower Volunteers," a Better Impact/Verified First webinar, Thursday, February 12, 2 pm, FREE! Organizations are at an important crossroads today, deciding whether to hold on to familiar ways of engaging their communities or thoughtfully step into a new chapter of volunteerism shaped by change, connection, and possibility. The reality is that people are seeking engagement on their own terms while prioritizing passion, flexibility, and tangible impact. Featuring Rob Jackson, Editor in Chief at Engage and co-author of The Complete Volunteer Management Handbook, this session provides a fresh, practical roadmap for moving beyond traditional onboarding. Register online.

Learn More About Becoming Certified in Volunteer Administration! If you’re looking for a meaningful way to grow professionally in volunteer engagement, a recognized certification can help you stand out and build confidence in your practice. The CVA is an international professional certification in volunteer resources management. If you have been thinking about professional certification, this free webinar on Friday, February 13th from 1 pm to 2 pm is a great place to start. Register today!

"Across State Lines: The Key Trends Shaping Nonprofits in 2026," a NC Center webinar in partnership with Armstrong McGuire, February 18th, Noon to 1 pm, FREE! What’s next for nonprofits? Forward-thinking nonprofit leaders from across the region will share fresh insights, smart strategies, and new ideas to spark momentum in your organization. Join the conversation to connect and collaborate with peers dedicated to strengthening the sector, and gain meaningful takeaways you can put to work right away. Register online.

"Building a Resilient Triad: A Gathering for Triad Nonprofit Leaders Focused on Centering Community During Crisis," Wednesday, March 25, 6 pm - 8pm, CoHab Space, High Point, FREE! Join our friends and colleagues from the Guilford Nonprofit Consortium for a conversation and action-oriented session that examines how our local nonprofits can lead with generosity and mutual support of each other. We'll explore how to reduce the scarcity mindset that holds us back and how to keep the communities we serve at the center of our collective work. During this workshop, we'll focus on how to put the core principals of the Community Centric Fundraising model into practice among our local nonprofit sector. We encourage any and all nonprofit staff, board members, and volunteers to attend this free session (and make the quick drive to High Point!) More details and registration are on the Consortium’s website.

Arts, Health Care, and Humanities in Action, Friday, February 13, 8:30 am to 4:30, Intergenerational Center for Arts and Wellness, FREE! This free, one-day symposium—broken up into morning, lunch, and afternoon sessions, so you can register for each individually, or spend the day—will bring together artists, scholars, nonprofit professionals, clinicians, patients, funders, and community leaders to explore the future of the arts and humanities as supportive tools within NC’s systems of health care, human services, and higher education. The catalyst for this gathering is the Arts on Prescription (Arts Rx) pilot study, funded by the Winston-Salem Arts Council, which is an innovative collaboration between the Generations Center (Senior Services); faculty and staff from WFU and the School of Medicine; and independent teaching artists. During the symposium, they will share insights from this work and learn from the Arts Rx Program at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, which inspired our local initiative. They will also highlight organizations across campuses and communities that are advancing work at the intersections of the arts, research, health care, human services and the humanities in NC—efforts that can help strengthen, expand, and rigorously assess Arts Rx programs in our region and beyond. More information about the symposium can be found online; registration is simple, but space is limited!

Save the Date for CapDev’s Latest Workshop! CapDev's, a HandsOn Consulting Partner, workshops always sell out! Their next upcoming session, "Charting the Course to Campaign," is focused on equipping nonprofit leaders with the tools and insights to lead a successful campaign. The workshops are designed for nonprofit board and staff leaders to gain valuable skills from CapDev’s campaign consultant team and to connect with peers. The Spring 2026 Workshop will be held on April 16 at The Inn at Elon. Learn more here and sign up for registration reminders!

Funding

Opportunities

Winston-Salem Foundation's Small Grants Program is Now Open! Our friends at the Winston-Salem Foundation, a HandsOn Funding Partner, makes Small Grants to charitable organizations and groups serving Forsyth County with annual revenues of $150,000 or less. This program provides grants of up to $2,000 to support a variety of program areas and purposes. The maximum grant available for youth athletic teams is $500. Learn more and apply online, but act quickly—the portal closes February 17!

Funds Available to Improve Community Health Outcomes in High Point! Does your nonprofit have a bold idea to work together with one or more nonprofits to improve community health in Greater High Point? The Foundation for a Healthy High Point recognizes that health is largely determined by the social, economic, and physical environments where we grow up, live, work, and age. To improve the long-standing health issues confronting the community, we must address the non-medical factors and disparities that undermine healthy behaviors. The Foundation invites nonprofit organizations to submit a Letter of Interest (LOI) for its Spring 2026 Impact Grants. Projects must focus on addressing the root causes of health disparities with upstream solutions through collaborative, community-centered approaches. The LOI deadline is Thursday, February 26 at 3 pm. Learn more here.

Funding Available to Connect Students to Careers! The Leon Levine Foundation is providing funding to scale proven programs that connect students to careers. The Carolina Career-Connected Learning RFP offers unrestricted one-year grants up to $500,000, with most awards expected between $125,000 and $250,000. Additional funding may be available for programs demonstrating strong impact. This opportunity supports programs serving students in grades 7–14 across North Carlina, with a focus on low-income and first-generation students. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) organizations or those with fiscal sponsors, with a minimum of $500,000 in non-governmental contributed revenue. Learn more on their website; the intent to apply is due February 27th!

AARP Community Challenge Grants Now Open! Since its inception in 2017, the AARP Community Challenge has awarded 2,100 grants totaling $24.3 million to projects that benefit residents — especially those age 50 and older — and accelerate community change. For the 2026 funding cycle they are accepting proposals that deliver tangible improvements to communities, such as new crosswalks, benches, bike lanes, housing designs, and public space enhancements; leverage additional support from public, private, and philanthropic sources; help communities overcome policy barriers and implement lasting change; and foster new collaborations and increase community engagement. Learn more by downloading the AARP Community Challenge Q&A Fact-Sheet. They are offering an optional Q&A webinar on January 27th at 2 pm EST. Applications are due March 4th!

Funds Available to Create a Small Town Community Space! T-Mobile is providing 100 Hometown Grants up to $50,000 for towns with fewer than 50,000 inhabitants. The grants support projects that create or spruce up a community gathering space, whether that’s a park, a library, or someplace else where neighbors can connect. Learn more on their website and apply by March 31.

City of Winston-Salem Offers Local Nonprofits FREE Access to Euna Solutions! The City, a HandsOn Supporting Partner, is excited to offer eligible community-based organizations access to their Grant Management Platform, Euna Solutions. This tool provides a centralized location for federal, state, local, and foundation funding opportunities, helping organizations like yours identify and pursue grants that support your mission and the residents of Winston-Salem. To request access, please complete this form. Eligible organizations must serve residents of Winston-Salem, and each organization is permitted one user login only. We encourage you to take advantage of the resource to strengthen your funding strategies and expand your impact in our community. If you have any questions, please contact Laurin Potter, or call her at 743-999-0692.

Other

Opportunities

Save the Date for the Winston-Salem Foundation's Annual Gathering! With a theme of Poetry, Place, Possibility, the Foundation’s annual gathering on May 18^th from 5 pm to 7 pm at the Benton Convention Center will welcome Ada Limón, award-winning author and the 24th Poet Laureate of the United States. Limón’s poetry reminds us of our deep connection to one another and to the natural world, even in challenging and divisive times. In a keynote address and in conversation, she’ll share her unique insights on the power of engaging with the arts and with nature. Individual tickets will be $25 and go on sale in mid-March. Learn more on the Foundation's website.

Take Advantage of the Chance to Be a Principal for the Day on February 4th! Greater Winston-Salem Inc. and Winston/Salem

Help Shape the Future of Volunteering in the US! Points of Light and partners across sectors are developing a National Strategy for Volunteering to guide how the US supports and strengthens service over the next decade. To ensure this strategy reflects the experiences and priorities of communities across the country, they are conducting two surveys—one for individuals and one for organizations. Insights will help them understand how people engage in service, what barriers exist, and how belonging and trust shape civic life. The more responses they receive, the more representative and actionable the strategy will be. As a Points of Light Global Affiliate, we hope you, your volunteers, and your other supporters will take the survey. Broad participation will help ensure the strategy reflects the realities of people and organizations throughout the US. Take the survey today!

Employment

Opportunities

HandsOn NWNC, Development and Engagement Coordinator This position plays a key coordinating role as a member of HandsOn's small team, working closely with other staff to develop and implement our overall fund development strategy. With a special focus on business & institutional engagement and partner outreach, their goal is to increase revenue and overall awareness of HandsOn’s work in our wider community. This person will also work with the HandsOn team to develop and implement strategies designed to increase volunteer connections and enhance the volunteer engagement capacity of new and existing partners. They also coordinate the logistics surrounding our corporate service projects and our annual Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards event. This is a permanent, full-time, hourly position, with pay of $19-22/hr for 32-35 hours per week with full benefits. Please review the full job description for more details. To apply, please email us your cover letter and resume. Interviews will begin soon, and the position will remain open until filled.

Crosby Scholars, Multiple NEW Positions! Crosby Scholars, a HandsOn Supporting Partner, is looking for a Program Specialist II for Grades 6-10. This position supports the Program Assistant Director in delivering Middle and High School Programs by providing accurate information and personalized services to students and families. The role includes assisting with recruitment, coordinating engagement initiatives and academies, tracking student participation and completion of program requirements, responding to program inquiries and questions, and collaborating with internal staff teams and school staff. It also involves creating and hosting presentations and small and large group events, managing program and event logistics and occasionally supervising volunteers. This position uses various technology platforms to maintain data and streamline communication and workflows, including but not limited to PowerBI, Constant Contact for mass emailing, Mongoose texting platform, and their customized database platform. Salary range is $37,500 – $42K.

They are also looking for a Marketing and Engagement Manager, who reports to the Director of Development and leads their marketing, communications, and community engagement efforts to advance the organization’s mission. This position is responsible for developing and implementing strategic marketing and public relations plans, creating digital and print communications, managing the organization’s website and social media platforms, and supporting student recruitment and alumni engagement initiatives. Key responsibilities include coordinating media relations and press releases, producing marketing materials and email campaigns, collaborating on fundraising and special events, organizing community outreach and speaking engagements, and fostering partnerships that promote student involvement in cultural and service activities. The Manager also supports board development and marketing committee activities and may supervise part-time staff, interns, or volunteers. Salary information was not provided.

Finally, they are still looking for a new Financial Aid Specialist II that will support the Assistant Director of Financial Aid & Advising in implementing strategic, student-centered initiatives that ensure effective delivery of their financial aid program. This position focuses on providing students and families with accurate, current, and accessible information about scholarships and financial aid opportunities. Key responsibilities include managing scholarship programming, assisting with FAFSA completion, maintaining records of awards and recipients, coordinating training for scholarship selection committees, and developing communications through newsletters, events, and outreach. To apply, email a resume to Jordan Evans, Director of Talent Acquisition. No salary information was provided.

For more details about any of their open positions, please visit their website.

Blood Cancer United, Campaign Fundraising Manager, Light the Night - Triad As part of the mission-centric, locally-delivered, and nationally-powered Blood Cancer United, this role is accountable for building relationships with fundraising volunteers while implementing innovative peer-to-peer fundraising products to exceed revenue goals within the Triad region. No salary information was available. For more details, please visit their LinkedIn listing.

Down Home NC, Special Assistant to the Co-Directors Down Home North Carolina is seeking an experienced professional and social justice practitioner to play a key role in supporting the effectiveness of Down Home’s Greensboro-based co-directing team. They are looking for an organized, high-performing and thoughtful person who is excited about aligning the co-directors’ day-to-day activities with the vision, values, and goals of the organization. This is a unique opportunity to serve as an executive assistant who is part strategic thinking partner and part executive coach for senior leaders at one of the nation’s leading community organizing shops. The ideal candidate has excellent personal organization and communications skills, and is highly motivated to win changes for working-class people in North Carolina. They are familiar with nonprofit workflows and may have previous experience working with nonprofit leaders, boards, management, or in fundraising and development roles. They are highly accountable and professional, and enjoy building and maintaining organizational systems. Salary range is $74,739-$86,237 with full benefits. For more details, please view their LinkedIn listing.

Guilford County Partnership for Children, Director of Strategic Initiatives The Partnership is seeking a mission-driven, systems-focused leader to serve as their inaugural Director of Strategic Initiatives. GCPC is a nonprofit organization strategically directing more than $18 million annually to support young children (prenatal to age five) and families across Guilford County as part of North Carolina’s nationally recognized Smart Start network. This leadership role will advance GCPC’s bold strategic plan, focused on improving the early childhood system and addressing the local childcare crisis. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Strategic Initiatives will lead cross-sector collaboration, policy and advocacy efforts, data-informed planning, and innovative initiatives with a strong focus on equity, sustainability, literacy, and workforce development. Salary range is $72K-$76K annually, with full benefits. Please review the full job description before applying, and then email a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to . Applications reviewed on a rolling basis with priority given to those received by February 13!

National Alliance for Mental Illness-Guilford, Executive Director The Executive Director will serve as the chief executive and public face of NAMI Guilford, reporting to a 10-member Board of Directors. The ED will lead a small professional staff of one full-time and one part-time individual and work closely with a strong volunteer base of approximately 40 individuals. Together, they will guide the organization through an important transition—from a long-standing, fully volunteer-driven model to a more structured and sustainable organization with professional staffing working alongside volunteers, diversified funding, and an expanded community presence. This is a hands-on, highly relational leadership role suited for a seasoned nonprofit leader who is energized by building infrastructure while honoring the grassroots history. The ED will balance strategy and execution, collaboration and accountability, and growth with deep respect for peer and family voices. Salary range is $75K-$80K. Armstrong McGuire has been engaged to conduct the search; for more details and to apply, please visit their website.

NC Youth Soccer Association, CEO The CEO is the top executive of NCYSA and is responsible for overall leadership, strategic direction, and management of the organization. The CEO oversees all staff and operations, partners closely with the Board of Directors, and represents NCYSA to member clubs, partners, and the broader soccer community. The CEO translates the association’s vision into effective strategy, organizational leadership, and day-to-day execution. Please see the job posting on their website for a full job description. Please apply by emailing your resume and a cover letter The application closing date is February 28!

Wake Forest University, Director of Administrative Operations, University Marketing and Communications This person works independently and in close partnership with the Vice President for Communications and Chief Communications Officer, serving as a trusted advisor and operational leader. They help facilitate daily work, manage processes, and support the overall functioning of the office. The role requires a broad range of skills, combining executive-level administrative support with strategic leadership of department operations. No salary information was provided. For more information, please view their LinkedIn listing.

SECU Family House, Annual Fund Assistant Manager Reporting to the Director of Development, the Annual Fund Assistant Manager at SECU Family House, a HandsOn Supporting Partner, works collaboratively to maintain accurate data, efficient workflows, and reliable reporting, while exercising judgment within established procedures and best practices. The Annual Fund Assistant Manager supports the systems, processes, and day-to-day operations that enable the organization’s fundraising efforts. This role plays a key operational support function within the Development Department, assisting with data management, gift processing, donor stewardship operations, reporting, data analytics, and event support. Pay range is $48K-$52K with additional benefits. For more details, please visit their website. To apply, please email a resume to Lori Flinchum.

Atrium Health Wake Forest University Health Sciences, Student Involvement and Community Engagement Coordinator The Coordinator works as part of the Student Affairs department of the medical school to manage and oversee the planning, implementation, coordination and evaluation of major educational programs and assumes major responsibility for coordinating the successful and timely completion of the tasks within those programs. Pay range is $28.05 - $42.10/hr, with benefits. For more details, please visit their LinkedIn listing.

Feeding the Carolinas, Executive Director Feeding the Carolinas is the state association for the ten Feeding America food banks in the Carolinas, working to strengthen, unite, and advocate for a network of food banks focused on eliminating hunger in North and South Carolina. The ED will lead the network in sharpening its vision for a dual-state association, fostering deeper collaboration among food banks, expanding network resources, and ensuring the network’s long-term sustainability. The Board is seeking a leader with the ability to build trusted relationships and effectively navigate policy, advocacy, and partnerships. The ideal candidate will be equally comfortable engaging with legislators, government agencies, philanthropic organizations, and corporate partners as they are working alongside food bank leaders to address complex challenges. Additionally, the ED must focus on strengthening Feeding the Carolinas’ internal infrastructure to support sustainable operations and impact. The salary is commensurate with experience starting at $125K annually. Armstrong McGuire is assisting in the search; for more details and to apply, please visit their website.