Boost Your Nonprofit’s Unrestricted Income and Mission Impact: Explore Possibilities to Launch or Grow an Entrepreneurial Venture

Editor’s Note: Larry Clark and Mike Oxman are Managing Partners and Principals at No Margin, No Mission, a national consulting firm that has partnered with The Patterson Foundation since 2013 to help nonprofits on Florida’s Suncoast become stronger and more thrivable through earned income and social enterprise. Learn more about The Patterson Foundation’s thrivability initiatives here.

Nonprofits thrive on passion, purpose, and perseverance, but financial thrivability is just as critical to long-term success. In today’s evolving landscape, diversifying revenue streams through earned income and social enterprise has become a powerful strategy for organizations looking to boost unrestricted income while deepening mission impact.

To help nonprofits explore these possibilities, The Patterson Foundation’s Margin & Mission Ignition initiative is launching a three-part Learning Lab series designed to equip leaders with the knowledge and tools needed to strengthen their organizations through earned income ventures.

The first Learning Lab in this engaging series, Exploring Earned Income Possibilities, will take place virtually on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM EST via Zoom. This interactive session will be facilitated by Michael Oxman and Larry Clark, Managing Partners and Principals at No Margin, No Mission, and is designed for nonprofit leaders, board members, and staff eager to learn how earned income strategies can help fuel financial thrivability while aligning with mission-driven work.

Why This Learning Lab is a Must-Attend Event
Whether your organization is just beginning to explore social enterprise or is already operating an earned-income venture, this Learning Lab will provide valuable insights and practical guidance. Attendees will:

• Discover the Benefits of Earned Income: Learn how nonprofit organizations across various sectors are successfully generating unrestricted revenue.
• Explore Social Enterprise Models: Gain an understanding of different earned-income strategies—from product sales and consulting services to fee-for-service models and business ventures.
• Hear Real-World Success Stories: Be inspired by nonprofits that have launched and grown successful social enterprises that enhance their impact.
• Engage in Interactive Discussions: Participate in thought-provoking discussions designed to help identify potential earned-income opportunities within your organization.

What to Expect
This session is not just another webinar; it’s a highly engaging, interactive experience. Expect a dynamic mix of expert insights, nonprofit examples, and peer interaction that will challenge you to think creatively about revenue generation.

Participants will walk away with:

• A deeper understanding of earned income’s role in nonprofit thrivability.
• Actionable ideas to explore within their own organizations.
• Connections with like-minded nonprofit leaders interested in social enterprise.

Who Should Attend?
This Learning Lab is for nonprofits in Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte, and DeSoto counties with a current profile in The Giving Partner and an operating budget of $500,000 or more. We strongly encourage Executive Directors/CEOs, board members, and staff members who are committed to exploring innovative revenue strategies to attend.

How to Register
Participation is free, but space is limited! Secure your spot today by registering here.

Looking Ahead: A Three-Part Series
This Learning Lab is just the beginning. The Margin & Mission Ignition Learning Lab Series will continue with two additional sessions that dive deeper into the nuts and bolts of developing and implementing a successful earned income strategy:

Learning Lab #2 (in-person): Think You’re Ready for Earned Income?

• August 19, 2026, from 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM EST

Learning Lab #3 (virtual): Business Planning for Nonprofits

• September 23, 2026, from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM EST

By participating in all three sessions, nonprofit leaders will gain a valuable roadmap for successfully launching, strengthening, or expanding their social enterprise initiatives.

Join Us on the Journey Toward Greater Financial Thrivability
Your nonprofit is already making a profound impact on Florida’s Suncoast – and there is an opportunity to achieve even more with additional unrestricted revenue to fuel your mission. Join us for this insightful and inspiring virtual Learning Lab on July 22, 2026, and take the first step toward unlocking new possibilities for your organization.

For more information and to register, click here or contact Josephine Eisenberg at josephineTPF@gmail.com.

Mark your calendar, spread the word, and get ready to explore the power of earned income and social enterprise in the nonprofit sector. We look forward to seeing you!