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Harness the Power of Giving Circles
Live webinar | January 29, 2026 at 2 p.m.ET/11 a.m. PT - Join this panel of seasoned giving circle leaders for a discussion on collective philanthropy and how nonprofits can benefit from the power of this giving model.
Introduction to Fundraising Planning
Live webinar | February 3, 2026 at 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT - Create a plan that focuses your organization by setting fundraising priorities and helps give staff and board members a roadmap to success.
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Finding Funders & Building a Funder Prospect List
Video | Spend less time looking for funders and more time focusing on your mission.
How to Claim Your Organization's Candid Profile
On demand course | Learn how to claim your organization’s Candid profile so you can manage your information and start earning Seals of Transparency.
Boost Engagement with Donor-Advised Fund Donors with Tips from Vanguard Charitable
Video | Learn from experts at Vanguard Charitable about how donor advisors make giving decisions — and how your Candid profile plays a key role in powering DAF's.
Kickstart 2026 fundraising with the new Candid search
Live webinar | January 27, 2026 at 2 p.m.ET/11 a.m. PT - Start 2026 with smarter fundraising powered by the new Candid search experience.
Kickstart 2026 fundraising with the new Candid search
Live webinar | February 5, 2026 at 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT - Start 2026 with smarter fundraising powered by the new Candid search experience.
Kickstart 2026 fundraising with the new Candid search
Live webinar | February 12, 2026 at 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT - Start 2026 with smarter fundraising powered by the new Candid search experience.
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