Professional Development and Training
OneSource Center offers a variety of training and leadership development opportunities. Our programs are designed to help promote excellence in nonprofit organizations through capacity-building workshops, three levels of leadership development training, and custom training programs. Staff development is an important element in helping a nonprofit fulfill its mission by making each team member more efficient and effective. OneSource Center’s seminars are a great way to learn the specialized skills every nonprofit needs.
Our CALENDAR provides links to a wide array of training opportunities offered by OneSource Center and our collaborating partners.
Professional Development Workshop Schedule
2025 TRAININGS 
Leveraging Economic Impact: Unpacking the 2024 Nonprofit Economic Impact Report
Date: April 23, from 8:30 – 10:00 a.m.; In-person
Location: Ohio Valley Residential Services, Inc., 1200 Edison Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45216
Last summer, the UC Economics Center released “The Economic and Fiscal Impact of the Member Organizations of the Human Services Chamber of Hamilton County, the Leadership Council for Nonprofits, and OneSource on the Cincinnati Metropolitan Statistical Area.” The findings gave credence to the economic ripple effect of our robust nonprofit sector in Greater Cincinnati.
Join us for a deep dive into the report and bring your ideas about how we can leverage the findings for fundraising, policy advocacy, and public awareness. Free with registration.
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Essential Human Resources Operations – Note 2 day session –
Date: Tuesdays, April 29 and May 6 from 10 – 11:30 a.m. ; Online via Zoom
Description: Effectively managing your organization’s most precious commodity, its people, is crucial to achieving your mission. This two-part session will help you gain a solid understanding of how to navigate the complex world of HR and make informed decisions to drive your organization’s success. Session one will introduce the role of HR in a nonprofit organization and its importance in maintaining a healthy and productive work environment. Then, we’ll do an overview of finding and hiring talent, including recruitment, onboarding, training as well as compensation and benefits. In session two, we’ll dive a bit deeper into the employee lifecycle and cover performance management and evaluation best practices, employee relations, conflict resolution and an overview of compliance and risk management. Whether you’re new to HR or just looking to refresh your knowledge, you will gain the tools and confidence you need to build a strong, productive, and compliant workforce.
Presented by Bayer Center of Nonprofit Management of Robert Morris University
Price: $65.00 (2025 OneSource members email ecoleman@onesourcectr.org for 20% off discount code).
Registration closes end of day Friday, April 25th.
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Mastering the Art of Grant Writing: Strategies for Success at Any Level
Date: Thursday, May 15 from 9:00am to 11:30am; In-person
CHANGE of location to: United Way of Greater Cincinnati, 2400 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Whether you’re new to grant writing or a seasoned professional looking to refine your approach, this interactive workshop is designed to elevate your skills and maximize your success in securing funding. Grant writing is both an art and a science—requiring strategic alignment, compelling storytelling, and strong funder relationships. This session will provide valuable insights tailored to individuals at all experience levels.
Presenter: Fearghal Reid| Vice-President & Co-Founder, MASON Consulting Group
Price: $35.00 ($25 for OneSource members)
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OneSource Center is pleased to offer the following program in partnership with Pro Bono Partnership of Ohio
ProBono Partnership of Ohio Quarterly Employment Webinar Series, Topics TBD
Session 2: Wed. May 21 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Session 3: Wed. August 20 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m
Session 4:Wed. November 19 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Description: Join us to hear from the experts at Thompson Hine on important issues faced by nonprofit employers. Each 1-hour session gives an overview of the latest legal developments, practical solutions, and a chance for you to ask your questions live.
Price: $10.00 (or $35 for all four sessions. Scholarships are available upon request).
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Leadership Development Training Program
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Custom Training
We can provide training sessions to your agency either as pre-developed components or customized for your specific agency. Contact us for more details.