BLOCS University 2026 Trainings
Optimizing Your Partnership Benefits with BLOCS – June 10
Join us for a brief webinar on how to make the most of your partnership with BLOCS. We’ll introduce an exciting new digital platform as part of BLOCS University, designed to centralize professional development, resources, and connections across the network. During this session, you’ll learn how to navigate the platform, access key trainings and tools, and engage with peers to strengthen your school’s impact.
Activating the Board’s Role in Fundraising: From Understanding to Ownership – July 14 (LIMITED 30 SPOTS)
A highly interactive governance session designed for board members, school leaders, and advancement professionals seeking to strengthen meaningful engagement in fundraising.
This session moves beyond theory into practice—helping participants clarify the board’s role in advancement, explore effective engagement beyond personal giving, and leave with actionable strategies to increase impact and ownership within their organization.
BLOCS 101 / 102
Dynamic, in-person trainings designed to equip fundraising and development teams with the tools they need to partner effectively with BLOCS and learn alongside peers across the region.
Participants will:
Explore EITC and EDS program fundamentals
Strengthen donor stewardship and engagement strategies
Gain hands-on experience with the Salesforce Community platform
Build practical skills to improve communication and collaboration
2026 Regional Training Dates:
Philadelphia: June 23–25, July 14–16Lancaster: July 8–9
Lehigh Valley: July 21–22
Pittsburgh / Greensburg: July 28–29
Erie: August 4–6
Scranton: August 11–13
Harrisburg: August 18–20
Capital Projects & Public Funding Conference (Summer/Fall 2026)
A convening focused on public funding, capital project strategy, and shared learning across the field. This conference will bring together leaders and practitioners to explore funding pathways, successful project models, and emerging opportunities in the public funding landscape.