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Introducing the DoGood Academy-Summer Series

With the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, increasing funding competition, and ongoing economic uncertainty, nonprofit and charity leaders are being asked to navigate more challenges than ever before. From writing stronger grant proposals to understanding AI, governance requirements, and compliance obligations, today's leaders are expected to do more with fewer resources.


At DoGood Funding, we recognize that many organizations simply don't have the budget for costly consultants or ongoing fractional support. We also know there are very few affordable, practical learning opportunities designed specifically for nonprofit professionals who need solutions they can implement immediately.


That's why we created the DoGood Academy: Summer Series, a hands-on, seven-week hybrid accelerator designed to help nonprofit and charity leaders strengthen their organizations through practical learning and expert guidance. Every workshop is built around the real issues organizations are facing today. Participants are encouraged to bring their own challenges, whether it's a recently declined grant application, an upcoming funder report, a governance concern, or an operational bottleneck. Each workshop includes three practical sessions that combine expert instruction, collaborative problem-solving, and hands-on application.


Our goal is simple: to provide an affordable alternative to expensive consulting engagements while giving nonprofit leaders the confidence, tools, and strategies they need to build more resilient organizations.


Summer Series Workshop Schedule


August 5: Grant Writing Masterclass

  • Session 1- The Strategy to Submission Roadmap

  • Session 2- The Top 10 Common Mistakes

  • Session 3- The Peer Circle


August 12: AI for Nonprofits: Strategy, Tools, & Governance

  • Session 1- Mapping the Bottlenecks

  • Session 2- AI Tools in Action

  • Session 3- Developing your AI Policy


August 19: Governance & Board Development: Engagement & Succession

  • Session 1- Finding the Ideal People

  • Session 2- Keeping Your Board Engaged

  • Session 3- Succession Planning


August 26: Needs Assessment & Program Evaluation

  • Session 1- Data Collection & Analysis Tools

  • Session 2- Outcomes, KPIs, and Metrics

  • Session 3- Masterful Reporting


September 2: Fundraising Planning & Revenue Diversification

  • Session 1- Preparing for Grants

  • Session 2- Prospect Research & Pipelines

  • Session 3- Diversifying Your Revenue


September 9: Strategic Planning: From SWOT to Action Plan

  • Session 1- Checklist for Gap Assessment

  • Session 3- Actionable SWOT Evaluation

  • Session 3- Building the Action Plan


September 16: Compliance, Legalities & Financials for Charities

  • Session 1- Operational Compliance & ONCA

  • Session 2- Governance & Staff Management

  • Session 3- Financials, Budgeting, and Taxes


Flexible Registration Options


Choose the learning option that best fits your goals and schedule. If you want the complete experience, the Full Pass gives you access to all seven workshops while saving $599. Looking for flexibility? The 5-Workshop Bundle lets you customize your learning and save $299, while the 3-Workshop Bundle offers a great introduction with $149 in savings. If you prefer to attend a single session, Individual Workshops are available in person for $499 or virtually for $399, making it easy to participate in the format that works best for you.


Ready to invest in your organization's future?


Register today at dogoodfunding.eventbrite.ca to reserve your spot in the DoGood Academy: Summer Series. If you have any questions or would like help choosing the workshops that are right for you, contact Rohit at 437 552 1227, we're happy to help.


Meet our facilitator


Rohit Mehta, Founder and Executive Director

DoGood Funding


Rohit brings over 20 years of nonprofit sector experience, including serving on grant review committees for the Ontario Trillium Foundation and the Ministry of Children and Youth Services' Youth Opportunities Fund. Having reviewed more than 300 grant applications and helped distribute over $60 million in funding, he offers deep expertise in grant writing, program development, evaluation, and nonprofit strategy, with a passion for helping organizations maximize their impact.




 
 
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