New York Council of Nonprofits, Inc. (NYCON)

05/15/2026

What an inspiring three days!

Our May 2026 Executive Director Leadership Retreat cohort has officially completed their training. From covering many topics with our entire NYCON team these leaders deepened the skills needed to guide their organizations forward and created strong bonds that will last long beyond this retreat.

Join us in congratulating them on this achievement! 👏

05/12/2026

Nonprofit leaders don’t have to lead alone.
NYCON is launching a new Executive Coaching program designed for new or seasoned nonprofit Executive Directors.
Join us for the kickoff webinar on May 20 to explore how confidential executive coaching can help you face leadership challenges, strengthen decision-making, and support your grow
th as a nonprofit leader.

✔ One-on-One Executive Coaching
✔ Experienced Nonprofit Coaches
✔ Confidential Leadership Support

📅 Wednesday, May 20
🕛 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Nonprofit leaders don’t have to lead alone.
NYCON is launching a new Executive Coaching program designed for new or seasoned nonprofit Executive Directors.
Join us for the kickoff webinar on May 20 to explore how confidential executive coaching can help you face leadership challenges, strengthen decision-making, and support your growth as a nonprofit leader.

✔ One-on-One Executive Coaching
✔ Experienced Nonprofit Coaches
✔ Confidential Leadership Support

📅 Wednesday, May 20
🕛 12:00 – 1:00 PM
https://www.nycon.org/services/exec-coach

05/08/2026

Great connecting with museums and NYCON members at the Museum Association of New York conference.
We enjoyed sharing resources with museum leaders as they continue the work of educating and preserving history in our communities. Bonus that we got to be alongside NYCON affiliate Council Services Plus!

05/07/2026

In collaboration with Cornell Cooperative Extension, NYCON delivered Finance Day for more than 70 Cornell Cooperative Extension leaders, focused on strengthening nonprofit financial management.

NYCON COO, Sr. VP Financial Management Group Kelly S. Mathews and NYCON Senior Capacity Building Advisor Kate McNally facilitated this one-day event at The Statler Hotel at Cornell University. Faculty also included NYCON Treasurer Sarah Hopkins, CPA, and Allen L. Fetterman, CPA.

Thank you to Cornell Cooperative Extension leadership — Sarah Degen Muzio, Pamela Mattone Jerzak, Kristin Morgan, Adam T Hughes, and Andrew Turner — for supporting this valuable training.
Learn more about how NYCON can support your nonprofit organization: https://www.nycon.org/

05/05/2026

Only 5 spots left for our May retreat, secure your spot today!

If you’re in your first five years as a nonprofit executive director, this is your time to step out of the day-to-day and focus on advancing your leadership.

Join NYCON’s Executive Director Leadership Retreat:

📅 May 13–15, 2026 (only 5 spots remaining)
📅 August 19–21, 2026
📍 Hotel Trilogy, Latham, NY

You’ll dive into:
• Navigating the executive director role
• Building strong board relationships
• Financial and legal accountability
• HR strategy and team leadership
• Marketing and fund development

👉 Learn more and register: https://www.nycon.org/news-events/ed-retreats

04/23/2026

Still feeling inspired after the 2026 NYCON Summit! ✨

Thank you to Diane Yentel, President & CEO of the National Council of Nonprofits, for a powerful keynote reminding us of the strength and resilience of our sector.

It was great connecting with nonprofit leaders from across New York - sharing ideas, stories, and a full day of learning.

📸 A few moments from the day 👇

We’re looking forward to staying connected and supporting your work in the months ahead. Hope to see you at another NYCON event soon! https://www.nycon.org/news-events/events

04/21/2026

Our nonprofit community showed up and showed out for Nonprofit Lobby Day! From the Capitol to the communities we serve, we're committed to creating lasting change. Thank you to every person in this photo and everyone fighting for what matters.

04/10/2026

📣 Speaker Announcement — NYCON Summit 2026!
We are so excited to introduce one of our Breakout Presenters and our newest staff member: Mary Lou Carolan, NYCON's VP of Nonprofit Capacity Building!
Mary Lou has spent 30 years helping nonprofits and public libraries find their purpose, strengthen their teams, and build lasting community impact. At the Summit, she'll be leading TWO sessions designed to meet you right where you are:
✨ Leadership Lab: ED Edition — Just for Executive Directors. Roundtable conversations, peer strategies, and wellness tools for resilient leadership.
✨ Managing Projects and People (Even if You're Not the Boss) — Practical, actionable tips for anyone who wants to collaborate better and help their team shine.
📅 April 20, 2026 | Albany, NY
⏰ Registration closes soon — grab your spot before it's gone!
🔗 https://www.nycon.org/news-events/summit

03/26/2026

🏛️ Nonprofit Lobby Day 2026 – Make Your Voice Heard!

The time to advocate is NOW. Join nonprofits across New York on April 21 as we unite in Albany to champion the causes we care about and push for policies that create real change in our communities.

Will you join us? Learn more and register: https://www.nycon.org/lobbyday 💙

Nonprofit Lobby Day 2026 1st Annual Statewide Nonprofit Lobby Day Tuesday, April 21, 2026 NYS Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY at the corner of

03/12/2026

If you're a nonprofit professional in New York, there's only one place to be on April 20. 📍

The NYCON Summit 2026 is coming to Albany — and this year's keynote speaker is Diane Yentel, President & CEO of the National Council of Nonprofits. Her perspective on the sector right now is one you'll want to hear in person.

We're just a few weeks out. Registration is open, and seats will go fast.

See you there? 👇
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April 20, 2026 Albany Capital Center 55 Eagle St, Albany, NY 12207 Registration: NYCON Members: $150 Nonmembers: $210Rates will increase — register