Stronger Together: Building Sustainable Nonprofit Partnerships and Collaborations

Steven Cavazos on July 30, 2026

Presented by Colton Strawser, Ph.D., CFRE, BCC 

Description: In today’s increasingly complex nonprofit landscape, organizations are being asked to do more with limited resources while addressing growing community needs. Meaningful partnerships can help nonprofits expand their impact, strengthen services, and create new opportunities for funding and sustainability. 

This interactive 90-minute webinar explores the foundations of successful nonprofit collaboration, from building trust and establishing mutually beneficial relationships to creating referral networks that better serve clients and communities. The session presents practical strategies for identifying potential partners, developing collaborative initiatives, and navigating the opportunities and challenges that come with working across organizational boundaries. 

The session also examines how nonprofits can pursue funding opportunities together, including collaborative grant applications, shared programming, and collective impact approaches that appeal to funders seeking community-wide solutions. Finally, participants will explore long-term sustainability strategies, including resource sharing, strategic alliances, and innovative partnership models that can help organizations increase effectiveness while reducing duplication of services. 

Key Points: 

  • Identifying and cultivating strong nonprofit partnerships. 
  • Developing effective referral relationships that enhance client outcomes. 
  • Building trust and accountability within collaborative efforts. 
  • Evaluating opportunities for joint grant applications and shared funding. 
  • Creating sustainable partnership structures that maximize community impact. 
  • Exploring collaborative models that support long-term organizational success. 

Whether you are a nonprofit executive, program manager, board member, or community leader, this webinar will provide practical tools and insights to help your organization move beyond networking and toward meaningful collaboration that creates lasting impact. 

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Trauma-Informed Nonprofits: Turning Values into Practice

Steven Cavazos on May 7, 2026

Presented by Colton Strawser, Ph.D., CFRE, BCC and Keith Ackerman, LMSW 

Description: This session challenges leaders to move beyond surface-level awareness and take meaningful steps toward embedding trauma-informed principles throughout their organizations. 

Drawing on insights and practical tools, this session will explore what trauma is, how it impacts individuals and communities, and why a trauma-informed approach is essential across all areas of nonprofit work—not just direct service settings, but also within management and facility operations. Participants will examine the growing gap between the use of trauma-related language and the operational changes required to truly support healing, safety, and dignity. 

Through real-world examples and an adaptable framework, attendees will learn how to integrate trauma-informed practices into staff culture, service delivery, internal policies, communications, and even physical environments. This session emphasizes that becoming trauma-informed is not a one-time initiative, but an ongoing process requiring reflection, intentionality, and incremental change. 

Participants will leave with actionable strategies and a clearer roadmap to help their organizations move from aspiration to implementation—building environments rooted in compassion, empowerment, and respect. 

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Leadership & Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Steven Cavazos on March 26, 2026

Presented by Travis Lozier 

Description: This session will explore how AI can support leadership growth. Brainstorm creative ways to use AI tools to enhance communication, decision-making, and self-awareness. The webinar will focus on how to think innovatively and discover how technology can help us become better nonprofit leaders. 

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Strengthening Board Governance: Tools, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement

Steven Cavazos on November 11, 2025

Presented by Colton Strawser, Ph.D., CFRE, BCC 

 A strong board of directors is essential to the long-term success and stability of any nonprofit organization—but effective governance doesn’t happen by accident. This session will guide nonprofit leaders through the core elements of building and sustaining a high-performing board. Participants will explore strategies for recruiting and developing engaged board members, establishing clear governance structures, and implementing practical tools such as board matrices, policies, dashboards, and consent agendas to support efficient decision-making. 

Beyond structure, effective governance relies on shared goals and accountability. Attendees will learn how to facilitate meaningful board goal setting, track progress through intentional reporting, and create a culture of mutual responsibility among board members and leadership. The session will conclude with an interactive exploration of common board challenges and opportunities for improvement, helping participants identify the next actionable steps to elevate their board’s performance. 

Whether your board is brand new or well-established, this webinar will provide tangible strategies and resources to strengthen your governance practices and position your organization for greater impact. 

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Jaime Wesoloski

President & Chief Executive Officer

Jaime Wesolowski is the President and Chief Executive Officer at Methodist Healthcare Ministries. A healthcare executive with three decades of leadership experience, Jaime is responsible for the overall governance and direction of Methodist Healthcare Ministries. Jaime earned his Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration from Xavier University, and his Bachelor’s of Science from Indiana University in Healthcare Administration. As a cancer survivor, Jaime is a staunch supporter of the American Cancer Society. He serves as Chair of the American Cancer Society’s South Texas Area board of directors and he was appointed as Chair to the recently created South Region Advisory Cabinet, covering eight states from Arizona through Alabama. Jaime believes his personal experience as a cancer survivor has given him more defined insight and compassion to the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients and their families.