Theme-Inspired Tools, Resources, & More 2026

We asked, you answered.

Here’s what many of you have used to help you root deeper and/or rise to meet any occasion. From podcasts and websites to books and personal practices, find some new tools, resources, and more here.

Rooting Deeper, Rising Together Playlist.

We asked during registration what music makes you feel “rooted together” and/or ready to rise to any occasion. Here’s our growing Rooting Deeper, Rising Together playlist!

Books/Publications.

Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins
2025 Economic Impact of Pennsylvania’s Nonprofit Sector
Crucial Conversations by Kerry Patterson, Stephen R. Covey, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan, & Al Switzler
Leadership is Language by L. David Marquet
Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office by Lois P. Frankel, PhD
AFP Code of Ethical Standards
Anything by Dave Barry, Rich Lord, and Heather Cox Richardson
The Color of Law by Richard Rothstein
The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren
The Generosity Crisis by Nathan Chappell
Reimagining Nonprofits & Philanthropy by Vu Le

Podcasts.

Coaching for Leaders
New Mindset Who Dis
Smartless
Wiser than Me
Curiosity Shop
The Mel Robbins Podcast
The ALC ChangeMakers Podcast
First America Podcast
WDIY “A Closer Look”
AI Daily Brief

Apps, Websites, & More.

Monday.com
Learnwithdrbatts.com
Radical Candor—https://www.radicalcandor.com/
Let Them Theory b y Mel Robbins
Bill.com / Quickbooks Online
Headspace App
Brene Brown’s Dare to Lead work
Training by Chris Cavalieri
Disability Belongs resources—webinars, stats, & more
PTSD Coach App
Nonprofit AF newsletter

Brick App
Collective Community Impact
The Generosity Roundtable
AI Tools, including ChatGPT
BoardSource resources on nonprofit governance and board development
Being part of a nonprofit collective in our zip code (19133 Collective)
Candid
Youtube channel by African Love Radio, which posts affirmation music videos set to an Afrobeat rhythm each week. I feel so ready to take on the world after listening to them!

Personal Practices.

My community—mentors, peer groups, trusted colleagues, friends, people who will challenge and encourage me and remind me that I don’t have to figure everything out alone!
Regular staff and board check-ins to maintain transparency and shared accountability
Focus groups with my coaches
Goal-setting
Movement, yoga
Knowing when to ask for help
Prayer & quiet time
Cross-sector partnerships
Play games!
Networking with community leaders
Listening sessions and direct feedback from participants and community members
Trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and relationship-based approaches to serving families

You belong at the 2026 Collaborative Conference.

In 2025, we found each other. In 2026, we use what we built. You’re here not just to receive, but to act. Your story, perspective, and voice are what moves the sector forward. Join us at this year’s event – you and your voice belong here.

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The 2026 Collaborative Conference is brought to you in partnership by the PA Association of Nonprofit Organizations (PANO) and the Department of Public Administration at Villanova University.