Capacity building includes activities that strengthen a nonprofit’s ability to achieve its mission, such as strategic planning, program evaluation, operational improvements, grant writing, board and leadership development, and financial management. These efforts help organizations become more focused, efficient, and productive - ultimately improving their operations and program impact.
The St. Louis Philanthropic Organization launched an annual capacity building workshop series in 2020 offering free training to help nonprofits enhance their organizational performance. In December, grantwriting training is provided to strengthen agencies' fund development skills and prepare them for submitting the SLPO Responsive Grant. The Spring workshop focuses on other essential capabilities for long-term sustainability.
At the St. Louis Philanthropic Organization, we are dedicated to equipping nonprofits with the tools and resources needed to create a lasting impact on the lives of St. Louis City residents.
Navigate uncertainty with confidence in From Crisis to Clarity: Navigating Uncertainty through Scenario Planning, an interactive workshop hosted by the St. Louis Philanthropic Organization and facilitated by Steve Zimmermann of Spectrum Nonprofit Services. This engaging session equips nonprofit leaders with practical tools to strengthen financial resilience, adapt to shifting funding landscapes, and make strategic decisions even in times of ambiguity. Join fellow leaders on May 13th at the Deaconess Foundation Center for Child Well-Being to build a smarter scenario planning approach that protects and advances your mission.
9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Feel free to explore past SLPO Capacity Building workshops. Please note that while the grantwriting workshops held before December 2023 offer valuable content, the application and process have since been updated. Agencies must now apply using the Grant Lifecycle Manager (GLM) system.
Funding success today requires more than great writing—it demands strategy, adaptability, and smart use of technology. Join the St. Louis Philanthropic Organization for From Challenge to Capacity: Strategic Grantwriting for Sustainable Impact, a free 2.5-hour workshop that helps nonprofit leaders turn grantwriting into a long-term growth strategy. Learn how to communicate your mission authentically, build organizational capacity, and thrive in a changing funding landscape.
December 3, 2025
Change is inevitable—resilience is a choice. Join nonprofit leaders for From Challenge to Change: Adapting Strategy for Sustainable Impact, a two-part workshop hosted by the St. Louis Philanthropic Organization. Discover actionable tools, expert insights, and strategic frameworks to strengthen your nonprofit’s sustainability and lead through change with clarity and confidence.
November 20, 2025
Ready to supercharge your nonprofit’s grant success? Join our hands-on workshop to master grant readiness, leverage AI for winning proposals, and build essential funder relationships—all while gaining insider insights on St. Louis’s Responsive Grant. Walk away with practical skills and strategies that you can put to use immediately!
December 18, 2024
Transform your leadership to thrive in an unpredictable world! Join us to discover how adaptive leadership and a culture of change can drive resilience, engagement, and lasting success. Empower your organization with the tools to overcome resistance and turn uncertainty into opportunity.
March 6, 2024
For additional capacity building resources, visit the Resources page.
