Trainings and Workshops

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Overview
Nonprofits today face more challenges than ever: balancing growing community needs with shrinking budgets, while also leading teams through constant change and transition. The Resilience Puzzle combines long-term planning tools with sustainability strategies to help leaders protect both their mission and their people.

Format Options

• 90-Minute Training (Virtual or In Person)
  A fast-paced introduction to The Resilience Puzzle framework, covering:
  • What keeps staff motivated when resources are limited
  • Communication strategies that build trust during uncertain times
  • Simple tools to align leadership, staff, and board priorities
• 4-Hour Workshop (In Person)
  An interactive, in-depth experience designed for nonprofit leaders, managers, and boards. Participants will:
  • Map staff motivators to sustain engagement
  • Use scenario planning to weigh trade-offs between funding, programs, and people
  • Capture real-time staff perceptions with a pulse survey
  • Practice transparent communication strategies that maintain trust
  • Build a tailored action plan to reduce burnout, strengthen resilience, and sustain mission impact
     

Outcomes
By the end, participants walk away with:

• A clear framework for balancing sustainability with human needs
• Tools for trust-based communication and resilience during change
• An actionable roadmap to guide sustainable, values-driven decisions
   

Pricing Options

• 90-Minute Training (Virtual or In Person)
  $750
  • Best for boards, leadership teams, or staff who need a focused overview
  • Includes slides, facilitation, and a follow-up resource guide
• 4-Hour Workshop (In Person)
  $2,000
  • Best for organizations seeking hands-on, interactive learning with real-time application
  • Includes customized activities, facilitation, participant materials, and a post-workshop action summary

Available in Stark and Columbiana County 

Non-Profits ONLY ~ $750

Overview

The Board Basics Workshop equips nonprofit boards with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to fulfill their governance responsibilities. Delivered in a collaborative workshop format, this package helps organizations strengthen compliance, clarify roles, and set a foundation for long-term success.

What We Do

• Document Review – A light-touch review of your bylaws, conflict of interest policy, and other core governance documents.
• Board Training Session (1 hour) – Interactive workshop covering fiduciary duties, roles & responsibilities, and nonprofit governance essentials.
• Strategic Planning Session (1 Hour) - A collaborative session between Praxis and your board to develop or review your mission, vision, and values. 
• Customized Checklist – A clear, step-by-step compliance and governance checklist tailored to your organization.

What You Receive

• A 2-hour facilitated training workshop (in-person or virtual).
• Simplified tools and handouts that board members can immediately use.
• A customized “Governance Essentials Checklist” for your board.
• 30 days of follow-up Q&A support from Praxis consultants.

Who It’s For

• Small nonprofits seeking stronger governance foundations.
• New or growing boards that need clarity on roles and responsibilities.
• Organizations preparing for funder reviews or state/federal compliance requirements.

Why It Matters

Strong boards are the backbone of sustainable nonprofits. By investing in governance training, organizations reduce risk, strengthen trust, and prepare for growth. This workshop ensures board members are confident in their roles, aligned with mission and values, and equipped to guide the organization forward.