Series

Fundraising Workshop

The Fundraising Workshop develops your ability to deliver your fundraising message and increase funding for your cause. Learn how to communicate a vision, raise money, and build a budget for the cause of your choice.

Learn how to:

Build a fundraising plan
Develop a budget
Raise money through events, personal solicitation, and finance committees

Who Should Attend?

Ideal attendees include activists, leaders, finance committee members, candidates and elected officials, and conservatives who want to raise more money for their cause.

Upcoming Trainings

In Person

Build to Win: Political Fundraising

Honolulu, Hawaii

Join us for Build to Win: Political Fundraising, a practical workshop designed to help candidates and campaign teams build the financial support needed to run strong campaigns. This hands-on training will help participants understand how successful campaigns raise money and build lasting donor relationships. During this workshop you will learn: Current political fundraising trends and how campaigns raise money today How to practice strong donor stewardship and build long-term support The Arc of the Ask—how to confidently ask for contributions Real-world lessons from a candidate panel sharing fundraising experiences Workshop Faculty Lani Kaaa – Hawaiʻi State Director, Leadership Institute Lynn Finnegan – Former Hawaiʻi House Minority Leader and fundraising consultant This workshop is ideal for: Candidates preparing to run for office Campaign managers and team members Volunteers helping build and support local campaigns You’ll leave with practical tools, clear strategies, and greater confidence to strengthen your campaign’s fundraising efforts.

Mar 28 12PM HST

In Person

Michael Donnelly at SUNY at Oneonta

Oneonta, New York

Speech

Mar 30 6PM EDT

In Person

Yury Polozov at Southern New Hampshire University

Manchester, New Hampshire

Speech

Mar 30 8PM EDT

In Person

Arizona Campaign Workshop- Yuma County, AZ

Yuma, Arizona

The Leadership Institute is excited to bring a Campaign Workshop to Yuma County. This is an opportunity to sharpen your strategy, elevate your message, and maximize your impact. In this dynamic session, you will also learn from Special Guest Speaker Nick Glad on Social Media Communications; his workshop provides an in-depth look at improving your organization or campaign communications in today’s fast-moving digital landscape. You will learn how to develop a coherent and compelling message designed to increase visibility, attract supporters, and generate vital funds, all while gaining practical tools and insights that can be applied immediately for measurable success.

Mar 30 6PM PDT

Virtual

AI For Campaigners

Discover the transformative power of AI for modern political campaigns.

Mar 31 3PM EDT

In Person

Youth Leadership Workshop: Regent University

Virginia Beach, Virginia

A consolidated version of our flagship program, the Youth Leadership School, the YLW allows you to customize your own training to fit the needs of your organization or cause. Our expert faculty will train you on three or more of our 14 different topics.

Mar 31 5:30 PM EDT

In Person

Youth Leadership Workshop: University of Maine

Orono, Maine

Mar 31 6PM EDT

Virtual

Catalyst for Change Precinct Leadership Webinar

During this three-hour extensive webinar, attendees will learn the purpose and history of political parties in America, the impact of data and demographics on voter engagement, relationship building, volunteer recruitment, and how to talk to voters.

Mar 31 6PM EDT

In Person

Michael Donnelly at SUNY at Albany

Albany, New York

Speech

Mar 31 6:30 PM EDT

In Person

Gates Garcia at University of Tampa

Tampa, Florida

Gates Garcia

Mar 31 7:30 PM EDT

LI Headquarters

Wednesday Wake-Up Club Breakfast with Adam Guillette

Arlington, Virginia

Start each month with a hot, buffet breakfast and an open discussion with some of our nation’s greatest conservative leaders at the Wednesday Wake-Up Club Breakfast.

Apr 1 7:30 AM EDT

In Person

Chloe Cole at University of Tennessee at Knoxville

Knoxville, Tennessee

Speech

Apr 1 5PM EDT

In Person

Mark Lee Dickson at University of Michigan at Dearborn

Dearborn, Michigan

Speech

Apr 1 6PM EDT

In Person

Youth Leadership Workshop - College Conservatives at Weber State University

Ogden, Utah

Develop a training to fit your group's specific needs in a three-hour workshop. A consolidated version of our flagship program, the Youth Leadership School, the YLW allows you to customize your own training to fit the needs of your organization or cause. Our expert faculty will train you on three or more of our 14 different topics c

Apr 1 4PM MDT

In Person

Gates Garcia at University of Florida

Gainesville, Florida

Gates Garcia

Apr 1 6PM EDT

In Person

Erika Donalds at Slippery Rock University

Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania

Speech

Apr 1 7PM EDT

In Person

ElecTech 2026

San Francisco, California

Secure your spot now and join us in shaping the future of campaign technology at ElecTech 2025 in San Francisco. Together, let's build smarter campaigns and stronger connections.

Apr 1 5PM PDT

In Person

Youth Leadership Workshop - College Conservatives at University of Utah

Salt Lake City, Utah

Apr 2 5PM MDT

Virtual

The Value of the Superintendent Evaluation for School Boards

While board members are at the top of the district organizational chart, clear and detailed guidance is necessary to govern all leadership under the superintendent. A fair and comprehensive evaluation tool adds value through clarity and should include the community goals, values and principles and include guardrails. This webinar will clarify how the superintendent should be guided and evaluated by the evaluation tool. Developing the evaluation tool in a succinct, clear, and valuable way is essential for everyone in the district. Learn how to develop this superintendent evaluation tool using SMART goals.

Apr 2 7PM EDT

Virtual

Run With Purpose Series: #3 Campaign Structure & Grassroots Organization

Course 3: Building a Lean & Effective Campaign Organization This course teaches candidates how to build and manage a streamlined campaign operation. Participants explore essential staffing roles, volunteer management systems, and grassroots leadership structures such as precinct captains and coalition chairs. The course emphasizes efficient use of limited budgets, strategic delegation, and time management for candidates balancing campaign responsibilities with professional and personal obligations. By the conclusion, participants will have drafted an organizational structure suited to their district and resources.

Apr 2 6:30 PM CDT

In Person

Andres Briceno at Bradley University

Peoria, Illinois

Speech

Apr 2 7PM CDT

In Person

Youth Leadership Workshop - College Conservatives at Utah State University

Logan, Utah

Apr 3 5PM MDT

In Person

Kansas Freedom Fest

Lawrence, Kansas

Speech

Apr 3 7PM CDT

In Person

Growing La Familia - Yakima

Yakima, Washington

Growing La Familia is meant to develop local Hispanic conservatives as community leaders, communicators, and organizers who can lead where they live. The program builds a foundation-to-leadership pipeline that begins with grassroots engagement and grows into local officeholders, community influencers, and effective grassroots leaders within the conservative movement. Each training strengthens a network of Hispanic conservatives capable of organizing, communicating, and leading at every level.

Apr 4 9AM PDT

In Person

Volunteer Army Builder

Everett, Washington

Are you ready to get active in your community and make a lasting impact? If so, then this is the program for you. Volunteer Army Building leadership training will give you strategies and practical tools to help you become more effective in your efforts by learning ways to recruit, educate, and mobilize your friends, neighbors, and community through community activism.

Apr 4 1PM PDT

Virtual

What Do You Do: A Conversation in Public Policy

Join Leadership Institute's Career Services team and guest speaker for our brand new online series, 'What Do You Do?' What Do You Do: A Conversation in Public Policy is an online webinar where you will get to listen and learn from speakers who work in a variety of professional roles, how they achieved their success, and offer valuable advice for people at any point in their careers.

Apr 6 1PM EDT

Virtual

Conservative Podcasting School

Become a strong voice in the growing world of new media.

Apr 7 1PM EDT

In Person

Isabel Brown at Christopher Newport University

Newport News, Virginia

Speech

Apr 7 6PM EDT

In Person

Savannah Craven Antao at Shippensburg University

Shippensburg, Pennsylvania

Speech

Apr 7 6PM EDT

In Person

Michael Donnelly at University of New Hampshire

Durham, New Hampshire

Speech

Apr 7 6:30 PM EDT

In Person

Xi Van Fleet at Georgia Southern University

Statesboro, Georgia

Speech

Apr 7 7PM EDT

In Person

Adam Guillette at Otterbein University

Westerville, Ohio

Speech

Apr 7 7:30 PM EDT

In Person

Paula Scanlan at Wichita State University

Wichita, Kansas

Speech

Apr 7 7PM CDT

In Person

David Blair at University of Nebraska at Omaha

Omaha, Nebraska

Speech

Apr 7 7PM CDT

In Person

Abby Johnson @ Gonzaga University

Spokane, Washington

Speech

Apr 7 7PM PDT

In Person

Shane Winnings at Purdue University

West Lafayette, Indiana

Speech

Apr 8 10:30 AM EDT

Virtual

ASOP Workshop: The Politics of Mistakes

A single moment can define an entire campaign—this workshop examines how those moments happen. Rick Tyler examines how political gaffes shape campaigns, damage reputations, and, in some cases, follow candidates into office. These moments are not isolated mistakes. They are inflection points that expose weaknesses in preparation, messaging, and campaign structure. Ryan Brann focuses on what comes next. Campaigns cannot avoid every mistake, but they can control the response. Participants will learn how to contain damage, reframe the narrative, and move forward without allowing a single moment to define the campaign.

Apr 8 12PM EDT

In Person

Shay Khatiri at Paradise Valley Community College

Phoenix, Arizona

Speech

Apr 8 7PM MDT

Virtual

Professional Development Series: Working Smarter with AI Tools

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way professionals work, communicate, and make decisions. In this interactive three-hour webinar, you’ll learn how to harness the power of AI to streamline your workflow, enhance productivity, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving workplace.From mastering tools like ChatGPT to discovering how AI can assist with research, you’ll gain practical insights into how AI can support your professional growth. Discover how to use AI responsibly and effectively for tasks such as writing, organization, and creative problem-solving.Whether you’re a student, intern, or working professional, this training will equip you with the strategies and confidence to integrate AI into your daily habits—helping you work smarter, not harder.

Apr 9 1PM EDT

Virtual

Television Workshop, On-Camera

Ace your next media appearance.

Apr 9 2PM EDT

Virtual

School Board Training - Robert's Rules of Order101

Robert's Rules of Order 101, a webinar led by expert parliamentary expert Barbara Proctor.

Apr 9 6:30 PM EDT

In Person

Chloe Cole at University of Maryland at College Park

College Park, Maryland

Speech

Apr 9 7PM EDT

Virtual

Run With Purpose Series: #4 Winning Fundraising Strategies

Course 4: Winning Fundraising Strategies This course prepares state legislative candidates to raise the funds necessary to run competitive district-level campaigns. Participants learn how to set realistic fundraising goals, build and segment donor prospect lists, and implement disciplined call time systems. The course also covers leveraging personal and community networks, integrating small-dollar and digital fundraising, and understanding basic compliance requirements for state races. By the end of the session, candidates will have a clear framework for building and executing an effective fundraising plan.

Apr 9 6:30 PM CDT

In Person

Gates Garcia at Colorado School of Mines

Golden, Colorado

Gates Garcia

Apr 9 6PM MDT

In Person

Colorado State Campaign Workshop

Pueblo, Colorado

Join us for a hands-on training designed to equip candidates, campaign teams, and grassroots leaders with the tools needed to succeed in the 2026 midterm elections. This program will focus on practical, real-world strategies to help you mobilize voters, expand your reach, and turn support into turnout. Participants will learn proven get-out-the-vote (GOTV) techniques, including how to identify supporters, build effective turnout plans, and execute voter contact efforts that deliver results on Election Day. The training will also cover how to leverage social media to amplify your message, engage key audiences, and increase your campaign’s visibility. Whether you are actively working on a campaign or preparing to get involved, this event offers actionable insights you can immediately apply to strengthen your impact. Event Details: Check-in begins at 9:00 AM, with the program starting promptly at 10:00 AM. Lunch will be provided for attendees who check in by 10:00 AM. Room assignment details will be shared with confirmed attendees after RSVP.

Apr 10 9AM MDT

In Person

Nashville, TN: Youth Leadership School

Nashville, Tennessee

Learn to organize and lead a mass-based youth effort for candidates and causes you care about through LI’s flagship program. This two-day “Bootcamp of Politics" makes all the difference for anyone who wants to lead in the political process and famously opens doors for positions in the political job market.

Apr 11 7:30 AM CDT

In Person

Enhancing Vote Enthusiasm - Lee County, NC

Sanford, North Carolina

Attendees of this workshop will discuss reasons for voter apathy and learn how to counter act the reasons and behaviors that suppress the conservative vote.

Apr 11 12:30 PM EDT

In Person

Strong Conservative Organizations

Phoenix, Arizona

This workshop focuses on how to strengthen conservative organizations. Fundraising, grassroots advocacy and social media are some of the topics that can help members build and strengthen their conservative organization.

Apr 11 11:30 AM PDT

In Person

Toni McFadden at University of New Hampshire

Durham, New Hampshire

Speech

Apr 11 7PM EDT

Virtual

Persuasive Communications Workshop

Learn to persuade with precision and ease.

Apr 13 2PM EDT

Virtual

School Board Conversations Series - Legal and Policy Focus

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Apr 14 11AM EDT

In Person

Xi Van Fleet at Marquette University

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Speech

Apr 14 6PM CDT

In Person

Paula Scanlan at Eastern Washington University

Cheney, Washington

Protect Women's Sports

Apr 14 7PM PDT

In Person

Franco Fernandez at Oregon State University

CORVALLIS, Oregon

Speech

Apr 15 9:30 AM PDT

In Person

Abby Johnson @ University of Maine

Orono, Maine

Speech

Apr 15 6PM EDT

In Person

Lily Kate at University of Minnesota at Twin Cities

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Speech

Apr 15 6:30 PM CDT

Virtual

The Moral Injury of Abortion

Dena Espenscheid with the Leadership Institute and Kay Lyn Carson from the International Institute for Reproductive Loss will be conducting a live webinar on the Moral Injury of Abortion.

Apr 16 11AM EDT

In Person

Victor Nieves at Ohio University

Athens, Ohio

Speech

Apr 16 6PM EDT

In Person

Polly Olsen at Rider University

Lawrenceville, New Jersey

Speaker Event

Apr 16 6PM EDT

Virtual

Promoting Accountability and Transparency in School Boards

Many wonder why they elect seemingly strong principled school board members just to watch as they fold to the status quo. Why does this happen and what can be done about it?

Apr 16 7PM EDT