Please plan to join the National Trust’s Government Relations team for a federal advocacy update focused on timely actions advocates can take to support historic preservation efforts and our progress to date. This briefing will provide the latest information on federal policy developments, preservation-related tax legislation, fiscal years 2025 and 2026 appropriations, and other key priorities. The discussion will focus on historic preservation’s most critical advocacy needs and provide a concise overview of the political landscape to help maximize our advocacy impact. The Government Relations team will answer submitted questions following the briefing.

In this one-hour session National Trust Talent Acquisition Specialist Dave Ferguson will provide, in an Ask-Me-Anything format, answers and tips on everything from resume revision to strategies for job hunting in the current climate. Whether you are tackling the job market for the first time in decades or are just beginning your search for the first time, this session is for you. When registering, you will have an opportunity to submit questions in advance of the session.

Note: This session is meant to be broad and not specific to applications for positions at the National Trust

With the loss of essential funding from the federal government, some organizations are feeling the pinch and searching for strategies to pivot development plans in the face of the shifting philanthropic landscape. Three vice presidents from the National Trust Development Division will share opportunities, challenges, and tips for any organization facing the need to reevaluate their fundraising program from the ground up.

For many nonprofit organizations across the United States grant writing a key piece of a fundraising strategy. With major governmental grants in jeopardy or off the table, it’s time to brush up on your grant writing skills. National Trust staff from the Preservation Services and Outreach Department and the Development Division will share tips and techniques to writing a great grant application.

Note: While some of the material will be focused on National Trust grants, this session is meant to be broad and applicable outside the National Trust programs.

For those looking for a new job in historic preservation (or even in allied fields) it is important to recognize the role LinkedIn plays in building networks, connections, and conversation. In this session National Trust staff will talk through their approach to recruiting on LinkedIn and provide some tips on how to strengthen your online job search process to your benefit.