Training Videos

Spur Impact and United Way of Delaware curate a diverse range of topics and bring in experts to host free webinars designed to support nonprofits year-round. These training sessions provide valuable tips and strategies that nonprofits can apply beyond the Do More 24 Delaware campaign. Nonprofits are encouraged to explore and utilize these resources to strengthen their fundraising and outreach efforts.

Jan. 9 | 10-10:50am: Why Storytelling Beats Strategy with Peter Davis
Clarity of Purpose – Learn how to translate your purpose into a story that people immediately understand and believe in. Tools for Connection – Make your audience the protagonist of your story to move them emotionally and inspire them to act. A Path to Growth – Walk away with a framework to align vision, message, and strategy—turning your story into a movement. (Peter Davis, Hero's Quest Consulting)

Jan. 12 | 12-12:50pm: The 10 Words That Matter: Presentation Skills with Impact with Teresa J Avery
The ability to make an impact with a presentation is critical for every professional. Whether you’re looking to persuade a potential donor about the merits of a new program, testify in front of Legislative Hall about a critical piece of legislation, or share your hard-earned wisdom with a room of hundreds, you need to know how to grab their attention, and make your point with gusto. In this interactive program, Teresa will guide you through constructing a killer presentation from the ground up. You’ll learn why there are only 10 words that matter, what’s in a wake-up call, and how you make PR squared. And this isn’t a lecture. Bring a notebook, pen, and your thoughts about a presentation or pitch you need to make. You’ll have the opportunity to practice and get real-time feedback on these concepts. (Teresa J Avery, Avery Impact)

Jan. 20 | 11-11:50am: Mastering Storytelling: Creating Impressions to Maximize Fundraising Impact with Deborah Evans
Discover how powerful, human-centered storytelling can build trust, deepen donor connections, and inspire lasting generosity. Mastering Storytelling: Creating Impressions to Maximize Fundraising Success will walk you through how to craft narratives that demonstrate impact, foster transparency and transform support engagement across all generations. (Deborah Evans, Luminate Communications)

Jan. 22 | 11-11:50am: The Strategy Gap: Why Good Intentions Don’t Equal Results with Jessica Cannavo
Many nonprofit leaders have big hearts and bold goals, but too often, progress stalls between the vision and the to-do list. In this session, Certified Director of Operations Jessica helps you close the gap between intention and execution by identifying operational patterns that quietly sabotage progress. You’ll learn how to prioritize what truly matters, streamline systems that keep your mission moving forward, and bring meaningful closure to your priorities so your nonprofit’s impact doesn’t just start strong, it sticks. (Jessica Cannavo, JC Collaborative)

Jan. 29 | 12-12:50pm: Syncing Email and Social Media for Maximum Impact with Jessica Johnstone & Dara McBride
Many small to mid-sized nonprofits treat email and social media as separate tasks, which leads to donor fatigue and inconsistent messaging. A donor needs to see your message in their inbox and their feed to take action. Join Jess and Dara to learn how to create a marketing experience that maximizes your time and resources, where email and social media amplify one another during—and after—giving days like Do More 24 Delaware. (Jessica Johnstone & Dara McBride, Epic Marketing)

Feb. 3 | 11-1:50am: Hidden in Plain Sight! A Source of Funding - Volunteer Engagement with Angela Williamson
Your nonprofit needs funds to pay bills, staff, and programs to fulfill and DO the organizational mission and vision. What is one unexpected way you haven't thought about find it? Volunteer Engagement! Join Angela Williamson, CVA for a quick overview of a resource you might be missing that's already in your organization! We'll talk about how to ask, what tasks are appropriate (and there are many), and ideas you can start implementing now and in the future. It's not a magic trick, the one solution to solve all of your problems or the golden goose from the fairy tales, but it is one way you may have overlooked a great potential of giving! Let's explore this hidden in plain sight resource. (Angela Williamson, CVA, Volunteer Engagement Accelerator Consulting)

Feb. 4 | 10-10:45am: General Prize Announcement
This is an opportunity for nonprofits to learn about the general prizes (hourly and stretch pool) for March 5-6, 2026. (Spur Impact & United Way of Delaware)

Feb.5 | 11-11:45am: DDOA Stretch Pool Announcement
Join the team from the Delaware Division of the Arts to learn about the 2026 DDOA Stretch Pool. (Eligible organizations for DDOA’s stretch pool must be current general operating support or StartUp grantees in FY2026.) (DDOA Team, Spur Impact, & United Way of Delaware)

Feb. 12 | 10-10:50am: Leading with What You’ve Got: Leveraging Today’s Team While Building Tomorrow’s by Kristin G Bainger

What’s holding you back: the people you don’t have, or the way you’re using the people you do? “Leading with What You’ve Got” shows you how to make progress today while preparing for tomorrow. (Kristin G Bainger, GermainLIFE)

Feb. 17 | 12-12:50pm: Managing Workplace Conversations with Confidence with Sharon Webb
During this webinar, we’ll tackle one of the most important leadership (and truly life) skills—addressing difficult conversations clearly, respectfully, and effectively. Participants will learn practical takeaways while gaining tools to manage and resolve conflict professionally and constructively. (Sharon Webb, BlackwellHR)

Feb. 20 | 10-10:45am: The Board Recruitment Crisis: How Nonprofit Leaders Can Attract (and Keep) the Next Generation of Board Members with Jennifer Saienni
If you’re struggling to recruit new board members—especially "younger" professionals—you’re not alone. This challenge isn’t about a lack of generosity or willingness to serve; it’s about how board service is structured, communicated, and experienced. Join us to explore practical, modern strategies nonprofit leaders can use to redesign the board experience and attract the next generation of engaged, mission-driven leaders. (Jennifer Saienni, Spur Impact)

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We will share the schedule of the webinars and info sessions for the Do More 24 Delaware 2026 event as they are finalized.

Watch the replays of relevant previous webinars and info sessions:

Engage, Inspire, and Drive Support on Social Media with Video Storytelling (aired live Feb. 19, 2025)



Mobilizing your Community through Impact Storytelling (aired live Feb. 18, 2025)