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United Way Academy’s Upcoming Events

Fueling Knowledge, Fostering Impact: Unveiling United Way Academy’s Non-Profit Learning Experience!

Get ready to ignite your curiosity and enhance your skills with our diverse and engaging offerings. From interactive workshops to thought-provoking classes, we have something for everyone. Whether you’re passionate about personal development, career advancement, or contributing to community impact, United Way Academy is your go to place for training and development. Join us in creating an environment of learning, growth, and connection.

Browse through our upcoming schedule that is open to all United Way Safety Net partners and secure your spot for an enriching experience that goes beyond the ordinary. Let the journey to knowledge and inspiration begin at United Way Academy – where learning meets purpose.

We are also excited to offer The Volunteer Management Training Series presented by United Way of Greater St. Louis Volunteer Center. This comprehensive, four-session series is appropriate for new staff and seasoned professionals and will give individuals better insight into utilizing your organization’s volunteers more effectively. Click here to learn more about this opportunity!

Tap Into Free, Professional Support for your Nonprofit!

Need help with marketing, strategy, finance, or other key projects? Our partners at the St. Louis Community Foundation offers local nonprofits free access to Catchafire — an online platform that connects you with skilled volunteers who are ready to help. From graphic design to grant writing, you’ll find expert support to strengthen your organization and maximize your impact.

Help WashU Better Support Your Organization’s Training Needs

As part of our ongoing efforts to strengthen nonprofit leadership and capacity, WashU is exploring how to best align their Fundamentals of Nonprofit Management Program with the needs of organizations like yours.

WashU is interested in how they can best support your organization in the Fundamentals of Nonprofit Management Program. Please complete this brief survey to help them determine the best timing and format for future offerings:

Your input is invaluable and will help ensure the program is accessible and relevant to your team’s development goals.

Exciting News: United Way Academy’s Partnership with NRMC!

We are excited to share that United Way Academy has partnered with the Nonprofit Risk Management Center (NRMC) to provide your organization with a fully paid 12-month affiliate membership!

✔️ Live risk management webinars (every other month)
✔️ Access to a library of 200+ recorded webinars
✔️ Risk Help™ – Direct access to expert advice on governance, legal risks, employment practices, and more
✔️ Discounts on risk management tools, assessments, and publications

Your membership is active, and you can start utilizing these benefits today! To access your affiliate membership, visit nonprofitrisk.org and follow the registration steps under Membership > Affiliate Registration. Please see the attached flyer for more details.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to Whitney Thomey at 571-307-4321 or whitney@nonprofitrisk.org.

We hope you take full advantage of these valuable resources!

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Brown School Opportunities

The United Way of Greater St. Louis is proud to continue its partnership with the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis, offering exclusive scholarship opportunities and early access to the Summer Institute professional development series.

To help you learn more about these opportunities, we invite you to join an upcoming informational session designed specifically for United Way partner agencies.

During this session, you will learn:

  • An overview of the Brown School Summer Institute and available courses
  • Details about scholarship opportunities and reduced pricing for UW agencies
  • How to apply for scholarships and secure your spot
  • How these trainings can support your staff’s professional growth and your organization’s capacity

Register for the Informational Session:

Register here: https://wustl.zoom.us/meeting/register/h1n3wtrYTX-KN-Ff5niurw

April 28th, 2026 | 11:00 – 11:30 a.m.

To learn more, please visit brownschool.wustl.edu/SI or contact BrownSI@wustl.edu.