Spirit of Service Summit 2026 — Inspiring Leaders. Growing Organizations. Strengthening Communities.
The Kin Club of Russell, in partnership with Volunteer Ottawa, is proud to host the Spirit of Service Summit, a full day of high-impact training designed specifically for charities, not-for-profits, service clubs, and community organizations across Eastern Ontario.
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026 Location: Russell Meadows Community Room (475 Church St, Russell, ON K4R 0A9) Time: 1:00 PM – 8:30 PM
This year’s Summit features two powerful learning streams:
Leadership Stream
Governance • Policies & Procedures • Board Development • Volunteer Management • Strategic Planning • Community Collaboration
Growth & Technology Stream
AI-powered grant research: using ChatGPT to identify and evaluate stronger funding opportunities for nonprofit organizations • Graphics & Software Tools • Online Marketing & Branding • Social Media Strategy • Cybersecurity • Fundraising Innovation
To ensure your organization benefits from both tracks, we strongly recommend sending at least two representatives — one for each stream.
Outstanding Speaker Lineup
Attendees will hear from leading experts including:
· Sam Laprade – Top 10 Fundraising Strategies Every Fundraiser Needs Now
· Jessie-Lee Wallace – The Future of Community Leadership
· Osamu Wakabayashi
· David Tidbury
· Dan Carbonnell
· Daniel O. Livvarcin
· Mark Kelly …and other subject-matter specialists in governance, leadership, technology, and fundraising.
Registration Details
· Registration (All Charities & Not-for-Profits): Opens September 13, 2026 — $125 per person
Your registration includes: ✔ All keynote presentations ✔ All breakout sessions ✔ Afternoon coffee breaks ✔ Full Collaboration Dinner ✔ Networking with leaders from across the region
Attendance is limited to 100 participants, and we expect the event to sell out quickly.
Join us for a day of learning, innovation, collaboration, and community impact.