https://membership.covationcenter.org/events/rss Events at my space. 2026-11-12T23:00:00+00:00 https://membership.covationcenter.org/20117

Are you passionate about your mission but unsure how to raise the funds to support it? Join us for **Fundraising 101**, a practical workshop designed to give you the tools and confidence to start building a sustainable funding strategy. Fundraising is often considered to be the "necessary evil" for nonprofits that distracts from the mission and takes up too much time.  This class will challenge that attitude and replace it with a mindset and proven techniques that will help your organization elevate fundraising and increase giving.  Applying sales and marketing techniques often seen in for-profit settings to the non-profit realm creates a framework for fundraising that will draw funders and create advocacy. Peter Swift, Executive Director of Camp Susque, has served and consulted with many camps, churches, ministries, and other non-profits level up their fundraising.  Camp Susque has seen dramatic fundraising growth under Peter's leadership and direction, and these same skills and techniques have been shared at national and regional conferences, supporting hundreds of non-profits with their fundraising needs.   Whether you’re just starting out or looking to strengthen your current efforts, this workshop will help you understand the essentials of fundraising and set you on the path to success. **Cost:** $30 Bring your questions, ideas, and enthusiasm—this is a chance to learn, share, and leave inspired to take your fundraising to the next level!]]>

2026-10-29T14:00:00+00:00 https://membership.covationcenter.org/20115

Everyone has a story—but turning that idea into a finished manuscript can feel overwhelming. In this workshop, author and editor Kate Allyson will help you move beyond the blank page by breaking the writing process into manageable steps. Whether you're writing a business book, memoir, children's book, or novel, you'll learn how to organize your ideas, develop a writing routine, and build momentum toward completing your manuscript. You'll leave with practical strategies and a clear roadmap to confidently begin your writing journey. **Perfect for:** Entrepreneurs • Business Owners • Aspiring Authors • Professionals • Anyone with a story to tell ### You'll Learn * Finding the right book idea * Defining your audience and purpose * Organizing your content before you write * Creating a realistic writing schedule * Overcoming writer's block * Common mistakes new authors make * Tips for finishing your manuscript **Kate Allyson** is a certified Book Writing Coach and Editor who helps entrepreneurs, professionals, and aspiring authors turn their ideas into published books. Through coaching, editing, and storytelling mentorship, she guides writers through every stage of the publishing journey—from the first idea to the finished book. #### \*\*\*GET 50% OFF 11/12 workshop when registering for both events\*\*\*]]>

2026-11-05T23:00:00+00:00 https://membership.covationcenter.org/20116

Finishing your book is only the beginning. Once your manuscript is complete, you'll need to decide how to publish it, prepare it for readers, and begin promoting your work. This workshop explores the publishing process from editing and formatting to choosing between traditional and self-publishing, while also introducing practical marketing strategies to help your book find its audience. Whether you're months away from publication or ready to hit "Publish," you'll gain valuable insights into the next steps of your author journey. **Perfect for:** Authors with a completed or nearly completed manuscript ### You'll Learn * Traditional publishing vs. self-publishing * Editing and preparing your manuscript * Book formatting and cover design * ISBNs and publishing platforms * Launch planning * Marketing your book * Building your author brand * Selling your book online and in person **Kate Allyson** is a certified Book Writing Coach and Editor who helps entrepreneurs, professionals, and aspiring authors turn their ideas into published books. Through coaching, editing, and storytelling mentorship, she guides writers through every stage of the publishing journey—from the first idea to the finished book. #### \*\*\*GET 50% OFF this workshop if you attended Kate's 11/5 workshop\*\*\*]]>

2026-11-12T23:00:00+00:00