Schedule
With the seasons beginning to change, now is the perfect opportunity to dive into professional development. Meet up with us at an upcoming conference, or join an online learning event! Need something else? Not sure what the right fit is for you? Reach out! We'd love to chat!
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ACA Online Course
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Character Academy: The Road to Grant Writing
Grants can fuel your organization’s growth, but in today’s competitive landscape, standing out takes strategy and skill. If you’ve ever felt lost or overwhelmed by the grant writing process, this on-demand course is your roadmap to success. Led by Sterling Nell Leija of Innovative Camp Company, you’ll move through four focused microlessons that break down how to identify opportunities, craft compelling proposals, and boost your chances of funding. Designed for camp professionals, nonprofit leaders, and program directors, this course gives you the tools to approach grant writing with confidence. Watch on your own time and pace so you can start turning grant opportunities into winning proposals that bring lasting impact to your organization.
ACA Texoma
January 20-22, 2026
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ACA Texoma Winter Conference
Opening Keynote!
In a world where change is constant and challenges can feel overwhelming, one truth remains steady: community matters. In this inspiring keynote, Sterling will explore the profound value of belonging, coming together, and supporting one another. Through the playful yet meaningful lens of children's literature, we'll look at why sticking together isn't just comforting - it's strategic and essential. Thriving communities don't happen by accident, and this session will highlight the collective strength that emerges when we lean on each other.
To reinforce that message, a special guest will also join the stage - someone who embodies the timeless power of love and shared purpose! Their presence will serve as a powerful reminder of what binds us and why these forces matter now more than ever. Leave this session inspired, grounded, and committed as we reaffirm why the camp community is worth protecting, investing in, and celebrating - especially when things are hard.
Sessions!
Both Sterling and Kendra will also offer breakout sessions throughout the conference.
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Removing the Pebble: Small Shifts that Make a Big Impact on Your Leadership
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From Avoidance to Asking: Understanding the Roadblocks to Seeking Help​
ACA National Conference
San Diego, CA
February 17-20, 2026
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ACA National Conference
Building a Culture of Financial Literacy
Wednesday, February 18, 1:30 - 2:45
Sterling Nell Leija
Small Tools, Big Wins: Ready-to-Go Camp Resources
Thursday, February 19., 10:30 - 11:45
Sterling Nell Leija and Kendra Perkins
All Marketing is Storytelling: Chapter 2, Retaining Staff You Recruited in Chapter 1
Friday, February 20, 9:30 - 10:45
Kendra Perkins
ACA Online Learning
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Character Academy: Grant Writing Essentials
In this on-demand webinar, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge you need to successfully apply for grants to support your camp’s mission. With a special focus on the Character at Camp grant program (opening March 2025), we’ll guide you through the essential steps of finding the right grants, evaluating if they align with your camp’s goals, and navigating the basics of grant applications. You’ll also learn what happens after you apply—whether you receive the grant or not—and how to keep moving forward. This webinar is a must-watch for any camp leader ready to tap into new funding opportunities and strengthen their programs!