May 2026 Nonprofit Institute Newsletter

As flowers begin to bloom across Southern Maryland, I hope this newsletter finds you well, energized, and thriving. With the new season comes fresh momentum and there are some exciting things in the spring air at the Nonprofit Institute.

Next up, cleared for takeoff. Our Corporate and Community Impact Pilot Initiative is officially on the runway. This two-year pilot will pair for-profit companies with nonprofit organizations to explore the real power of partnership. Nonprofits that registered for the pilot program will gain access to valuable skills and consultation, while companies deepen their commitment to the communities they serve. Our nonprofit partners have already submitted thoughtful proposals and will soon be matched with businesses to build meaningful, lasting collaborations for good. It does not get much better than that. Stay tuned.

And speaking of collaboration…we hear that word all the time—but now we are bringing it to life in a new way.

We are pleased to introduce our newest signature fall event:

Making the Net Work:
The Collaboration Collective
Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

This is not a typical conference. It is designed to be high energy, highly engaging, and focused on real connection. The morning begins with nonprofits gathering in like-focus groups to share what they do and spark or expand ideas for collaboration. Then, participants move into a dynamic experience designed to help them reconnect with others who inspired them earlier in the day.

What will you walk away with? New relationships. Fresh ideas. A strong network of contacts and resources. Most importantly, a community you can call on. There are no workshops, long presentations, or rigid formality. Instead, this is a thoughtfully designed comfortable space for meaningful connection and the shared understanding that we are in this together.

As an added bonus, one of our nonprofit partners has generously offered a free, day-long retreat (lunch included!) for a nonprofit team of up to 16 people. Attendees will have the opportunity to enter a drawing to win this experience. More details are coming soon. For now, save the date and get ready. Something special is on the horizon.

There are so many exciting developments ahead for our Southern Maryland nonprofit community, and we look forward to sharing more in the coming months. Please share this information to help expand our reach. As the saying goes, 'If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.' Let us move forward together.

With gratitude,

Stephanie
Stephanie D. Rolle
Director, Nonprofit Institute at CSM
Standards for Excellence Licensed Consultant