UPCOMING PROGRAMS
This indispensable workshop will give you a step-by-step guide to creating a grant proposal to a foundation, including:
The basic elements of a grant proposal, including the need statement, project description, and evaluation plan
A model outline of the essential components of any grant proposal, including a program budget
The "do's" and "don'ts" of writing, planning and submitting a proposal
The methods for building a relationship with a potential funder, from initial outreach to follow-up and reporting
Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Time: 9 am - 10:30 am
Location: Lyons National Bank Community Room, 311 Grant Avenue, Auburn
Contact: contactus@catalystcayuga.org
Workshop is presented by Ginny Kent. Ginny’s professional background includes over 25 years in fundraising support for organizations, as a nonprofit trainer, and in grants and scholarship administration. Most recently, Ginny served as Associate Director of Development at Cayuga Community College Foundation, and as a City Councilor for the City of Auburn.
NFP Leader Network
Monthly Network meetings are held at 8:30 am on the third Thursday at Lyons National Bank, Grant Ave.
Are you an executive director at a Cayuga County not-for-profit organization? This group is for you. And as an ED/CEO, you are automatically a member.
The NFP Leader network is a peer networking group that provides not-for-profit executive leaders a place to find trusted support only other execs can provide, strengthen connections with your colleagues, cultivate new ideas, explore collaborations, and grow your executive leadership.
We are here to support you in your leadership. Monthly meetings are designed for executive leaders and by executive leaders. Want to learn more? Please reach out to contactus@catalystcayuga.org.
2026 Membership....You Belong!
Starting in 2026, there are no barriers to Catalyst Cayuga membership.
No membership fees
Any not-for-profit organization can belong by submitting contact info
If you already get our emails, you are in.
Members, foundations, and businesses are encouraged to provide financial gifts to support our important work.
Benefits include:
● TechTalk, a weekly email with fun and practical tips, videos, and information sheets that help busy professionals stay current on the latest technology trends
● One hour of personalized board consulting from a certified BoardSource consultant
● One hour of grant review and/or technical assistance
● Professional development programs
● Your organization’s logo and website linked on the Catalyst website
● Monthly newsletter
Meeting Your Needs in 2026....we would like to hear from you!
What are your biggest challenges in the coming year?
How can Catalyst Cayuga better support you in overcoming these challenges?
Can we better communicate and engage with you?
What do Cayuga County not-for-profits need to become stronger?
Let us know at contactus@catalystcayuga.org.
Catalyst phased out old email
As of 2023, Catalyst Cayuga has phased out its old email (admin@human-services.org). Please update your address books with our current and only email address: contactus@catalystcayuga.org.
Thank you!
Living in Cayuga County - 2020 Community Directory
Contact Us:
Catalyst Cayuga
PO Box 202
Auburn, NY 13021
Email: Contactus@catalystcayuga.org
