Blacktown NFP Community Leader Connect

Build relationships. Learn how to attract sponsors. Strengthen our community.

📅Tuesday, 18 August 2026

10:00 am to 11:30 am

📍 WOTSO Blacktown, Westpoint Shopping Centre, Level 4, Shop 4023/17 Patrick St, Blacktown NSW 2148

Tickets: $10 per person

Connect with local NFP leaders and learn how to build sponsorship partnerships that last

You’re invited to the next Blacktown NFP Community Leader Connect, a welcoming and practical morning created specifically for local not-for-profit leaders, board members, staff and community organisations.

The event includes meaningful local connection and a practical 30-minute workshop:

How to Attract Sponsors and Keep Them Coming Back

  • Many businesses want to support their communities, but successful sponsorship requires more than asking a company to fund an event or place its logo on a flyer.

  • Your organisation needs to clearly communicate why the partnership matters, what value the sponsor will receive and how the sponsorship will contribute to measurable community impact.

  • During this workshop, you’ll learn how to identify suitable sponsors, present a compelling partnership opportunity and deliver genuine value that encourages sponsors to continue supporting your organisation.

  • Afterwards, you’ll have time to connect with other Blacktown NFP and community leaders, exchange ideas and explore opportunities for collaboration.

What You’ll Learn

What sponsors are really looking for

Understand the business, community, marketing, employee-engagement and social-impact goals that motivate businesses to support NFPs.

How to identify the right sponsors

Find businesses whose customers, location, priorities and values align with your organisation and community.

How to communicate your value

Show sponsors the audience, impact, visibility and engagement opportunities your organisation can provide.

How to build a strong sponsorship offer

Package benefits such as brand exposure, volunteering, events, content, networking and impact stories.

How to approach potential sponsors

Discover why a conversation or warm introduction often achieves more than a generic sponsorship proposal.

How to demonstrate return on investment

Learn what to track, report and communicate to show the value created through the partnership.

How to encourage sponsors to renew

Use communication, professional delivery and meaningful reporting to turn one-time sponsors into long-term partners.

This Workshop Will Help You Answer

  • Why would a business want to sponsor our organisation?

  • Which businesses are the best fit for our mission and community?

  • What can we offer sponsors beyond logo placement?

  • How should we approach a potential sponsor?

  • What should be included in a sponsorship package?

  • How can we demonstrate value and return on investment?

  • What can we do to encourage sponsors to support us again?

You will leave with practical ideas you can begin applying immediately—whether you are seeking your first sponsor or looking to improve the value you deliver to existing partners.

More Than a Workshop

It’s an opportunity to strengthen Blacktown’s NFP community

Blacktown is one of New South Wales’ most diverse and rapidly growing communities.

Every day, local not-for-profits, charities, community groups and social-purpose organisations provide essential services, create opportunities and improve the lives of people across the region.

We believe these organisations are stronger when their leaders are:

  • connected with one another

  • visible within the local community

  • able to share knowledge and resources

  • supported to build sustainable organisations

  • given opportunities to collaborate rather than work in isolation

The Blacktown NFP Community Leader Connect Event provides a space to step away from the day-to-day demands of running your organisation and spend time with other leaders who understand the opportunities and challenges you face.

What to Expect

This is not a sales event.

It is not a long lecture.

And it is not another generic networking morning where you exchange business cards without building meaningful relationships.

It is a practical and welcoming opportunity to:

  • learn strategies that can strengthen your organisation

  • meet other local NFP and community leaders

  • share experiences and ideas

  • identify opportunities for collaboration

  • discover useful connections and resources

  • become part of a stronger Blacktown NFP community

Morning tea, light refreshments and a welcoming environment for meaningful conversations will be provided.

Who Should Attend?

This event is designed for people involved in leading, governing, managing or growing a not-for-profit or community organisation, including:

  • NFP and charity CEOs

  • Founders and executive directors

  • Board and committee members

  • Fundraising and partnership managers

  • Marketing and communications staff

  • Programme and operations managers

  • Volunteer leaders

  • Social enterprise leaders

  • Community organisation representatives

  • Emerging NFP leaders

You do not need to be an experienced fundraiser. The workshop is suitable for organisations beginning their sponsorship journey and those wanting to strengthen existing sponsor relationships.

Event Programme

10:00 am | Welcome and Introductions - Meet local NFP and community leaders and learn about the purpose of Blacktown NFP Community Connect.

10:15 am | Practical Sponsorship Workshop - Learn how to identify aligned businesses, create valuable sponsorship opportunities and deliver measurable value.

10:45 am | Community Connection and Discussion - Discuss the workshop ideas and explore opportunities for collaboration, referrals and shared learning.

11:20 am | Key Takeaways and Next Steps - Identify one practical action you can take to begin or strengthen a sponsor relationship.

11:30 am | Event Concludes

What You’ll Take Away

By the end of the event, you’ll have:

  • A clearer understanding of what motivates businesses to sponsor NFPs

  • A method for identifying suitable potential sponsors

  • Practical ideas for building a valuable sponsorship offer

  • Questions you can use during sponsor conversations

  • Strategies for delivering and reporting sponsor value

  • Ideas for improving sponsor retention and renewal

  • New connections with Blacktown NFP and community leaders

  • Most importantly, you’ll leave with a practical next step you can take to strengthen your organisation’s sponsorship approach.

About NFP Ocean

NFP Ocean is an online ecosystem created to connect, resource and empower not-for-profit leaders and the businesses that support them.

We make it easier for NFPs to find the tools, services, expertise, learning opportunities and community connections they need to operate effectively and increase their impact.

Through initiatives such as NFP Community Connect, we’re helping local leaders build stronger relationships, share knowledge and create opportunities to collaborate.

Making Impact Easier.

Event Details

Blacktown NFP Community Leader Connect

Date: Tuesday, 18 August 2026

Time: 10:00 am–11:30 am

Venue:

WOTSO Blacktown

Westpoint Shopping Centre

Level 4, Shop 4023/17 Patrick Street

Blacktown NSW 2148

Cost: $10 per person

Morning tea and light refreshments are included.

Places are limited to support meaningful conversations and connections.

Bring Your Sponsorship Questions

Do you have a potential sponsor in mind but are unsure how to approach them?

Are you struggling to explain what value your organisation can offer?

Have you secured sponsors before but found it difficult to retain them?

Bring your questions, experiences and ideas. You’ll have an opportunity to discuss them and connect with other leaders who may have relevant experience.

Book Now

📅Tuesday 18th August 10am – 11.30am

📍WOTSO Blacktown, Westpoint Shopping Centre, Level 4, Shop 4023/17 Patrick St, Blacktown NSW 2148

Secure Your Place

  • Join us for a practical and welcoming morning of learning, connection and collaboration.

  • Learn how to create sponsorship partnerships that support your mission, deliver genuine value to businesses and contribute to stronger outcomes for the Blacktown community.

  • Morning tea and light refreshments are included.

  • Places are limited to support meaningful conversations and connections.

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