Grace Collaborative
2026

Wednesday, June 17th - Friday, June 19th

First registrant: $295
Additional registrant(s): $75

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Grace Collaborative is an opportunity for seasoned nonprofit leaders & teams, and those just starting, to learn & grow—together!

Are you a nonprofit leader seeking to improve your team culture, fundraising, marketing, or programming efforts?! You do not want to miss our sixth annual Grace Collaborative event featuring sessions from local industry experts!

Leaders in the nonprofit space are natural helpers. During this 3-day conference, you will connect and collaborate with other incredible 'helpers' like you! Whether starting a nonprofit organization or leading a growing one, you will be refreshed and more equipped to serve your communities effectively.

Lean in with Saving Grace and friends, as we share best practices in the areas of Programming, Fundraising, Staff and Board Development, “Businesstry:” Mixing Business & Ministry, Community Relations, and more!

Date: June 17th - June 19th
Time: Wednesday: 9 am - 4 pm | Thursday: 9 am - 4 pm | Friday: 9 am - 3:30 pm
Location: Grace Point Church | 1201 McCollum Rd | Bentonville, AR 72712

Registration fee includes materials, daily lunch, and Grace Collaborative Swag. Space is limited, so register today!

For more information on scholarship opportunities, email Wendi@savinggracenwa.org.

2026 Keynote Speakers

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Erik Dees
Milestone Leadership

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Jesse Lane
 Branches Lab

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Kent Shaffer
Saving Grace NWA

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Becky Shaffer
Saving Grace NWA

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Susan Goss
 Tangible Truth

Keynote Topics

2025 Breakout Session Speakers

  • A woman with long wavy brown hair smiling, wearing a black top and red lipstick, against a beige background.

    Nichole Hamilton

    nh Design Co

  • A smiling woman with short dark brown hair, brown eyes, hoop earrings, wearing a black top, against a white background.

    Stephanie Riffle

    Saving Grace Board of Directors

  • A smiling woman with blonde hair wearing a gray sweater, tan coat, and black hat standing outside on a rooftop, with a building in the background.

    AnnaStazia Baker

    Student Candidate

  • A close-up portrait of a middle-aged man with a beard, blue eyes, wearing a brown blazer and a light striped shirt, against a brick wall background.

    Brad Edwards

    Senior Development Officer, Crystal Bridges

  • Nikki Rader

    Nikki Rader

    Director of Donor Engagement, JBU

  • Portrait of a smiling older man in a navy suit with a blue shirt and a red striped tie, standing in front of a brick wall.

    Steve Onnen

    Senior Director of Donor Engagement, John Brown University

  • A smiling man with glasses and a cap holding a large bass fish outdoors against a blue sky.

    Jim Evans

    Executive Director-Havenwood


  • A smiling man with short hair and glasses, dressed in a business suit, seated in an office setting.

    David Lange

    Delta Wealth Advisors

  • A smiling woman with blonde hair, glasses, pearl necklace, and a black top with white accents, at a social gathering with other people in the background, floral decor, and a mirror.

    Teresa Dunlap

    Former COO of Memphis Pregnancy Center

  • A man with dark hair and facial hair, smiling with arms crossed, wearing a white suit jacket over a white shirt, against a dark background.

    Kerry Castillo

    Play Beautiful

  • A woman with long red hair smiling in front of a white brick wall.

    Wendi Snider-Seidel

    Program Development

  • A woman with short brown hair, wearing a blue top, earrings, and a necklace with a pearl pendant, smiling.

    Jody Dilday

    VP of Arkansas Community Foundation

  • A woman with blonde hair smiling, wearing a white blazer over a pink top, in a room with a blurred background and lights.

    Lisa Chambers

    Founder and CEO, Catalyst Group 

  • Smiling man and woman posing for a selfie in front of a colorful balloon decoration with shades of pink, yellow, blue, and peach, on a dark wall with wooden slats.

    Kent & Becky Shaffer

    Founder & Co-Founder - Saving Grace NWA

  • Close-up of a woman with red hair smiling, wearing earrings, with a background of horizontal blinds.

    Tashina Faith Ingraham

    Program Coach - Saving Grace NWA

  • A smiling woman with long blonde hair and light-colored eyes, wearing a sleeveless blue dress with a red and blue pattern, standing against a plain light gray background.

    Dianna Lyon - Wagner

    Compliance Director - My HR Pros

  • Dave Ellsey

    Simmons Foods

  • Lex Cuningham

    Simmons Foods

Breakout Session Details

2026 Event Schedule

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Grace Collaborative 2026 | 1201 McCollum Rd | Bentonville, AR 72712

Wednesday, June 17th

Doors Open, Registration
Welcome/Introductions
Keynote Session 1
Team Work Makes the Dream Work!
Kent & Becky Shaffer
Breakout Sessions 1
Lunch
Breakout Sessions 2
Breakout Sessions 3
Reflection, Wrap-Up, & Closing

8:30 am
9:00 am
9:30 am
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11:00 am
12:15 pm 1:15 pm
2:35 pm
3:50 pm

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Thursday, June 18th

Doors Open
Welcome Back
Keynote Session 2
4 Shifts that Unlock Nonprofit Growth
with Jesse Lane
Breakout Sessions 4
Lunch (networking)
Breakout Sessions 5
Keynote Session 3
Clarity Before Momentum: Defining Mission, Vision, and Values That Sustain Impact
with Erik Dees
Reflection & Closing

8:30 am
9:00 am
9:15 am
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10:45 am
12:00 pm
1:00 pm
2:30 pm


3:45 pm

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Friday, June 19th

Doors Open
Welcome Back
Keynote Session 5
Circle Talk: Control the Controllable and Release the Rest with Susan Goss
Breakout Sessions 6
Lunch
Breakout Sessions 7
Closing/Wrap-Up (Saving Grace Team)

8:30 am
9:00 am
9:15 am

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10:45 am
12:00 pm
12:45 pm
2:15 pm

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Are you ready to learn & grow TOGETHER?

  • 6 states

  • 16 cities

  • 20+ nonprofits

  • 80+ difference makers

"I am so thankful for how Saving Grace has been a resource to me in starting Flourish Homes. Becky and the team have been gracious to share resources, advice and encouragement. It is so valuable to have Grace Collaborative, where we can bring like-hearted ministries to brainstorm and encourage one another. Together we learn ways to better serve our [clients] and have upright, well run nonprofit ministries."

Beth Reinwald, Founder of Flourish Homes

Lodging Near Conference

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La Quinta Inn & Suites

1001 SE Walton Blvd, Bentonville, AR 72712

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Wingate by Wyndham

7400 SW Old Farm Blvd, Bentonville, AR 72712

Sponsorship Opportunities

Empower and mobilize nonprofit leaders making an impact in Northwest Arkansas & across the United States. Your generosity keeps this event at an affordable cost for nonprofits & provides a high quality experience.

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Sponsor Agreement

QUESTIONS? Email event@savinggracenwa.org