Rewriting the Story Nonprofits Tell Themselves About Money
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Time: 5:30pm – 7:00pm [formal part of the evening starting at 6pm]
Where: North Star House
12075 Auburn Rd, Grass Valley, CA 95949
Who: Kay Sprinkel Grace with facilitation by Aimee Retzler
Cost: FREE! [registration is required by Tuesday, October 6]
Who Should Attend: Any nonprofit staff or board member that engages in fund development and philanthropy work on behalf of their organization
Join the Center for Nonprofit Leadership for this rare, up-close conversation with Kay Sprinkel Grace — internationally recognized philanthropy expert, bestselling author, and recipient of Association of Fundraising Professionals’ (AFP) Global Fundraising Professional of the Year Award. For over three decades, Kay has helped more than 1,000 organizations worldwide unlock major gifts, engage boards, and build lasting donor relationships. This intimate event includes Q&A, giving you direct access to Kay, one of philanthropy’s most sought-after voices.
Named among the Top 25 speakers on philanthropy by Philanthropy Media, and honored with the Henry A. Rosso Medal for lifetime achievement in ethical fundraising, Kay brings both deep expertise and infectious energy to every room she enters.
Mike Geiger, president and CEO of AFP shares, “She’s an incredible professional and has helped so many organizations, but she also transformed fundraising and philanthropy around the world through her scholarship, leadership, writing and dedication to the profession.”
Kay Sprinkel Grace is described as a dreamer and a big-picture fundraiser, with a distinctive way with words that has made her one of the standout fundraisers of her generation. Her own measure of success is simple: helping change the conversation, the understanding, and the future of philanthropy. Don’t miss this opportunity and reserve your spot TODAY!!!
For more information about Kay Sprinkel Grace, visit her website.
We are delighted to have North Star House as our Venue Sponsor!
Designed by Julia Morgan and completed in 1905, North Star House is a
historic gathering place in Grass Valley. As restoration continues,
the House welcomes community events and historic tours while growing
into a center for arts and culture.
Our Sincere Thanks to our Sponsor for making
this offering possible:
