CCDA’s mission is to strengthen and inspire Christian Community Development practitioners for community transformation through equipping and connecting. Our National Conference is a prime venue for CCDA organizations and partners to gather their teams to network and experience inspiration, training, and connection.
Learn more about this year’s Preconference Events!
The Clearing
Wednesday 10/7 | 9 AM – 4 PM
This one-day retreat will equip participants with timely resources for economic, mental health, and spiritual resilience. Come and get equipped to meet the challenges of our times.
Redemptive Poverty Work
Wednesday 10/7 | 1 PM – 3 PM
If you feel like you’re carrying the weight of the city on your shoulders, Redemptive Poverty Work is a field manual to help you be helpful without hurting yourself or those you serve.
Nonprofit Development Specialist Certification
Wednesday 10/7 | 9 AM – 4 PM
This program equips Christian Community Development practitioners, ministry leaders, nonprofit professionals, and community advocates with the tools, knowledge, and support needed to strengthen congregations and organizations serving their communities.
Why Host a Preconference Event?
In the past, preconference events have been hosted by local and affinity networks to gather together like-minded individuals to engage in learning around best practices and provide thought leadership for the association around a topic of passion. Preconference events have also been leveraged by nonprofits, consultants, and companies to host their own one-day “mini-conference” or “lunch and learn” activities to grow a target audience often found within CCDA. Finally, we’ve found hosting a precon event to be particularly impactful for groups local to the conference region.
When Will Preconference Events Occur?
Preconference Events will take place during the day between 8:30am-4:30pm on Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
What Does it Cost to Host a Preconference Event?
Preconference Events require a $5,000 Sponsorship, which may be waived for approved Local or Affinity Networks. Preconference Event sponsors and/or hosts agree to cover all fees associated with their hosted preconference, including:
- Room setup changes (including onsite additions, requests, or changes)
- Participant meals or catering
- Speaker fees
- Beverages or beverage service
- Any supplies needed outside of audio/visual services
- On-site event check-in or registration for attendees
Please complete this application, and a CCDA staff member will follow up with you.
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