BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NSC Now - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:NSC Now X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://nscnow.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for NSC Now REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20140309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20141102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20150308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20151101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20160313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20161106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20170312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20171105T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160209T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160209T110000 DTSTAMP:20260521T102903 CREATED:20160104T141905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160104T141905Z UID:1684-1455008400-1455015600@nscnow.org SUMMARY:1st Quarter Christian Volunteer Managers Network Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join with others from St. Louis area churches and organizations to discuss what works\, what doesn’t\, and how to best manage your volunteers effectively. This quarter’s meeting will focus on how to best manage and engage both Christian and non-Christian volunteers who are working side-by-side in your organization or congregation.\nGuest Speakers:\nSara Lux is the Director of Development at The Bridge Outreach\, a ministry serving the homeless in St. Louis\, City. Previously\, she worked as an English teacher in China and served as a Policy Associate at the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy.\nTamara Blanke is the Volunteer Manager at The Bridge Outreach\, and she has more than 10 years of varied management experience. She is very passionate about engaging the community to end homelessness! \nClick Here to Register Now! URL:https://nscnow.org/event/1st-quarter-christian-volunteer-managers-network-meeting/ LOCATION:Lutheran Hour Ministries\, 660 Mason Ridge Center Drive\, St. louis\, MO\, 63141\, United States CATEGORIES:Other,Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160130T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160130T133000 DTSTAMP:20260521T102903 CREATED:20160104T142406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160104T142406Z UID:1681-1454144400-1454160600@nscnow.org SUMMARY:The Least of These: A Glimpse at Poverty DESCRIPTION:Stepping out in ministry often means stepping outside of our comfort zones. When we reach across barriers within our communities\, we sometimes find ourselves in unfamiliar territory. Join us for an in-depth workshop designed to prepare leaders and volunteers for ministry in the margins. Having a deeper understanding of those whom we serve often leads to more effective outreach!\nGuest Speaker:\nHannah Shanks (MSW\, former Events & Communications Coordinator with Send Me St. Louis) will lead us through this interactive poverty simulation! Attendees will learn about the realities of life in poverty\, engage in some budget & spending exercises\, reflect and discuss what has been learned\, and leave with a better understanding of those who are struggling financially in their communities. \nClick Here to Register Now! URL:https://nscnow.org/event/the-least-of-these-a-glimpse-at-poverty/ LOCATION:Lutheran Hour Ministries\, 660 Mason Ridge Center Drive\, St. louis\, MO\, 63141\, United States CATEGORIES:Other END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160121T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160121T173000 DTSTAMP:20260521T102903 CREATED:20151230T143255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20151230T143255Z UID:1677-1453392000-1453397400@nscnow.org SUMMARY:Part 2: Nuts & Bolts for Success & Sustainability DESCRIPTION:Part 2: Nuts & Bolts for Success & Sustainability\nParticipants who have completed a mission statement and program plan for their organization are invited to bring them to this session to get help with important details before submitting their organization’s articles of incorporation\, bylaws\, and 501(C)3 application. URL:https://nscnow.org/event/part-2-nuts-bolts-for-success-sustainability/ LOCATION:Central Library SLPL\, 1301 Olive St.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63103\, United States CATEGORIES:Board Development,Leadership,Legal,Other,Strategy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160107T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160107T173000 DTSTAMP:20260521T102903 CREATED:20151230T142915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20151230T142915Z UID:1675-1452182400-1452187800@nscnow.org SUMMARY:Part 1: Best Choices & Basic Steps DESCRIPTION:Part 1: Best Choices & Basic Steps \nIf you are thinking about helping your community by founding a nonprofit corporation\, experts Sue Greenberg and Laurie Hauber will explain the various legal and financial options to consider\, and outline the essential steps in the nonprofit process. Potential sources of revenue\, how to build a good governing board and developing a realistic budget will be discussed. URL:https://nscnow.org/event/part-1-best-choices-basic-steps/ LOCATION:Central Library SLPL\, 1301 Olive St.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63103\, United States CATEGORIES:Board Development,Fundraising,Human Resources,Other,Strategy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150903T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150903T110000 DTSTAMP:20260521T102903 CREATED:20150814T144016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150814T144016Z UID:1489-1441270800-1441278000@nscnow.org SUMMARY:Gaining Access to Capital DESCRIPTION:Gaining Access to Capital\n  \nAre you ready for a capital project?\nTopics will include:\n \n\nHow to use debt\nLease vs. buy\nSpecific financing sources for nonprofits\nCase studies – using leverage to scale programs\n\nAbout the Presenters\nDavid Desai-Ramirez \nDavid Desai-Ramirez\, IFF’s executive director for Kansas\, Missouri and southern Illinois\, is responsible for leading and managing operations and lending activities in the region. David joined IFF in January 2015 after eight years at The Desco Group\, where he was most recently the senior manager of finance\, responsible valuation\, risk management\, treasury and capitalization of the roughly $650M commercial real estate portfolio. During his tenure\, David negotiated\, structured and closed over 30 loans totaling more than $300 million. \nMichelle Gleason \nMichelle Gleason joined IFF in July 2008 as underwriter for charter school clients. She later relocated to St. Louis to assist with new charter school development\, facility consulting\, and financial planning. Currently as a senior loan officer\, Michelle is responsible for underwriting and getting approval for all loan requests across IFF’s southern region. Prior to IFF\, Michelle was lead account manager at Key Bank Real Estate Capital\, where she managed various commercial real estate loan portfolios. She holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Chicago and a master’s degree in Urban Education Policy from Brown University. Currently\, she serves as board treasurer for the Missouri Charter Public School Association. \nIFF is a mission-driven lender\, real estate consultant and developer that helps communities thrive by creating opportunities for low-income populations and individuals with disabilities. From child care to senior housing\, IFF works closely with clients from every sector\, offering affordable\, flexible financing; full-scale real estate consulting; and community development services. Since 2006\, we have made over $50 million in loans to nonprofits and housing developers in St. Louis. URL:https://nscnow.org/event/gaining-access-to-capital/ LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States CATEGORIES:Other END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150826T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150826T160000 DTSTAMP:20260521T102903 CREATED:20150814T144323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150814T144323Z UID:1491-1440597600-1440604800@nscnow.org SUMMARY:Present with Poise\, Power\, and Punch DESCRIPTION:Present with Power\, Poise and PunchDo you want to overcome nervousness and deliver your best presentation ever? Then this enrichment program is for you.This presentation skills workshop will assist you in gaining techniques to improve your ability to confidently communicate effectively\, persuasively and with presence using your own style. You’ll learn how to use positive body language for impact and discover ways to keep the attention of your audience. You’ll also learn how to develop and organize your presentation in an easy framework and respond to challenging questions.When: Wednesday\, August 26\, 2015Time: 2 – 4 p.m.About the Presenter:\nNancy Schnoebelen\, founder of Polished.\, is an empowering leadership coach and professional development expert. Highly dedicated and results oriented\, she has the passion and skill for helping organizations and individuals achieve success. From professionals\, athletes\, and politicians to college students\, high school teens and children\, Nancy’s hand’s on programs help many unlock their potential in extraordinary leadership\, presence\, power and polish. Nancy possesses a Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Missouri – Columbia School of Journalism. She has more than 20 years’ experience in the corporate world serving in leadership roles in marketing and communications and brings a wealth of knowledge\, insight and education to her clients. Nancy gives her clients the essential skills necessary to handle any professional or social situation with style and aplomb. URL:https://nscnow.org/event/present-with-poise-power-and-punch/ LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States CATEGORIES:Other END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150626T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150626T160000 DTSTAMP:20260521T102903 CREATED:20150421T134933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150421T134933Z UID:1410-1435309200-1435334400@nscnow.org SUMMARY:Volunteering Across the Lifespan: Engaging Volunteers of All Ages DESCRIPTION:Volunteering Across the Lifespan: Engaging Volunteers of All Ages\nFriday\, June 26\, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.\nHow can you engage volunteers from pre-school to retirement? This workshop will present the unique challenges and best practices from volunteer managers working with volunteers of all ages. Topics will include best practices for the unique needs of each generation from recruiting\, training\, engaging and retaining.\nInstructors will include Nicole Dalton\, Volunteer Screening and Placement Manager at Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri; Simone Bernstein of Volunteer Nation; Stephanie Kurtzman\, Director of Community Service and Associate Program Director of the Gephardt Institute; a representative from the United Way; and Elizabeth Pawloski\, RSVP Coordinator at The OASIS Institute.\nThis course qualifies for credit toward the Chancellor’s Certificate in Volunteer Management. In order to obtain this noncredit chancellor’s certificate\, individuals must enroll in\, and complete\, 16 or more hours of training in classes and/or events that qualify.\nTuition: $75 ($60 for MVMA members)\nLunch is included\n(MVMA members\, you may email sised@umsl.edu if you need the discount promo code) URL:https://nscnow.org/event/volunteering-across-the-lifespan-engaging-volunteers-of-all-ages/ LOCATION:402 J. C. Penney Conference Center (UM-St.Louis – North Campus)\, One University Blvd.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63121\, United States CATEGORIES:Other ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Sise":MAILTO:sised@umsl.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150611T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150611T120000 DTSTAMP:20260521T102903 CREATED:20150601T193756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150601T193756Z UID:1437-1434013200-1434024000@nscnow.org SUMMARY:Strategy Basics: Moving your Mission Forward DESCRIPTION: URL:https://nscnow.org/event/strategy-basics-moving-your-mission-forward/ LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States CATEGORIES:Other ORGANIZER;CN="Network for Strong Communities":MAILTO:amy@nonprofitservices.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150604T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150604T120000 DTSTAMP:20260521T102903 CREATED:20150601T153643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150601T153643Z UID:1433-1433408400-1433419200@nscnow.org SUMMARY:How to be a Facilitator DESCRIPTION:Participants in this workshop will learn:\n· What is facilitation?\n· Facilitator vs. Trainer\n· When to be a facilitator and when to be a trainer\n· Dealing with difficult personalities\n· Handling conflict\n· How to be a leader when you are not the facilitator URL:https://nscnow.org/event/how-to-be-a-facilitator/ LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States CATEGORIES:Other END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150430T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150430T150000 DTSTAMP:20260521T102903 CREATED:20150421T165646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150421T165646Z UID:1415-1430384400-1430406000@nscnow.org SUMMARY:Basics of Volunteer Management DESCRIPTION:Basics of Volunteer Management\nFor many nonprofits\, volunteers play a major role in the success of the organization. With ever-increasing demands on services\, a well-managed volunteer program can help your organization meet the needs of your constituents while maximizing budget. Help your organization prepare for\, recruit\, utilize and retain the best volunteers.\nAt the completion of this workshop\, participants will be able to:\n· Apply the Volunteer Personnel Pathway to volunteer opportunities and program plans\n· Understand the role of retention planning and its various facets;\n· Identify potential pools of volunteers to meet the needs of your organization;\n· Implement no less than three specific recruitment strategies for your organization’s volunteer needs; and\,\n· Generate training strategies appropriate to both volunteer and organization needs. URL:https://nscnow.org/event/basics-of-volunteer-management/ LOCATION:MO CATEGORIES:Other,Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150429T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150429T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T102903 CREATED:20150324T210913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150324T210913Z UID:1332-1430316000-1430326800@nscnow.org SUMMARY:Focus on Fraud: Prevention and Detection Measures for Nonprofit Organizations DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 29\, 2015 2-5 p.m. in 402 J.C. Penney Conference Center on the UMSL campus\nNews stories about fraud and embezzlement at nonprofit organizations abound.  Too many organizations find themselves dealing with these kinds of problems when an understanding of common schemes\, and the implementation of relatively simple\, yet important processes\, procedures\, and policies could protect them from many of these issues.\nJoin us for a discussion on how nonprofits can prevent and detect fraud within their organizations. Topics to be covered include: \n\nPrevalence of Fraud and Recent Examples of Fraud\nCommon Types of Fraud Schemes\nRed Flags\nPreventive and Detective Internal Controls\nInvestigating Potential Frauds\n\nInstructors: CHRISTINA M. SOLOMON\, CPA\, CFE\, CFF is a Partner in RubinBrown’s Business Advisory Services Group. As a financial forensics expert\, she performs forensic accounting analysis and fraud investigations. She has provided financial consultation to businesses in a variety of industries\, including manufacturing and distribution\, professional service firms\, healthcare\, environmental\, and not-for-profit organizations. Christina’s consulting services include developing financial analyses\, quantifying damages\, writing reports and providing deposition and trial testimonies. In addition\, she has internal audit\, financial modeling and data analysis experience. \nAMY ALTHOLZ\, CPA is a Partner in RubinBrown’s Not-for-Profit and Assurance Services Groups. Amy also serves as the Vice Chair of the Not-For-Profit Services Group. Her experience with a variety of not-for-profit clients provides her valuable insight into the industry’s best practices.\nTo register\, please click here. URL:https://nscnow.org/event/focus-on-fraud-prevention-and-detection-measures-for-nonprofit-organizations-2/ LOCATION:402 J. C. Penney Conference Center (UM-St.Louis – North Campus)\, One University Blvd.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63121\, United States CATEGORIES:Other ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Sise":MAILTO:sised@umsl.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150414T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150414T210000 DTSTAMP:20260521T102903 CREATED:20150324T211026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150324T211026Z UID:1348-1429038000-1429045200@nscnow.org SUMMARY:Serve BOLDLY: An Evening of Possibilities DESCRIPTION:What is the role of the church in the community?  How does a church connect with\, and meet the needs of\, those in their neighborhood? Join us as we hear from five churches\, each with a unique perspective\, who are doing innovative work to be a life-giving presence in their community.  Presenters will have seven minutes to share their story and a time of Q and A will follow the final speaker. This program promises to be inspiring and thought provoking as we get a glimpse of the many ways God moves through His church to be His hands and feet in a broken and hurting world. The evening will conclude with a reception including drinks and light appetizers provided by CRAVE Coffee House!\nThis training is perfect for: lay leaders\, outreach directors/workers\, mission coordinators\, program directors\, new ministry exploration teams\, and anyone with a community ministry idea!\nHigh value\, no cost! Register today! URL:https://nscnow.org/event/serve-boldly-an-evening-of-possibilities/ LOCATION:CRAVE Coffeehouse\, 3500 Caroline Ave\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63104\, United States CATEGORIES:Other ORGANIZER;CN="Mandy Norbi":MAILTO:mandy@sendmestlouis.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150402T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150402T120000 DTSTAMP:20260521T102903 CREATED:20150324T212826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150324T212826Z UID:1362-1427965200-1427976000@nscnow.org SUMMARY:Building Bench Strengths DESCRIPTION:Two Part Workshop \nApril 2nd\, 2015 – 9:00 am – Noon \nApril 16th\, 2015 – 9:00 am – Noon \n \nClass Description\nStrong succession strategies are based in effective leadership teams. At the core of this culture is the ability to synthesize diverse strengths into effective team action. This strength-based approach is critical to creating an environment that develops strong leaders who execute a shared\, perpetual vision. In this six hour interactive\, instructional and discussion based workshop participants will:\n \n\nBuild awareness about the stages of team development\nLearn to map a strategy to build an effective team\nBuild self-awareness about individual strengths\nLearn how personal and group processes benefit from differing individual talents\nLearn dynamics of different communication preferences\nBuild capacity to develop leadership skills in others and offer resources for additional leadership training\n\n\nPrior to the workshop\, each participant must complete the following assessments:\n \n\nOnline Strength Finder assessment (by Tom Rath)\nOnline Myers Briggs assessment\n\nAssessment links will be emailed after registration is completed. \n\nAbout the Presenter: \nJane Klieve\nPresident\, Klieve Group\,LLC\nJane has more than 25 years of leadership development and human resource management experience. Her company\, Klieve Group\, LLC\, specializes in leadership development\, group facilitation\, Board governance\, and transition management.  Clients include nonprofit\, corporate and religious organizations in the bi-state region and beyond.  She has served as a key consultant with Nonprofit Services Center for the last ten years.\nJane brings a 360◦ perspective to her work as a nonprofit governance consultant.  She has served on the boards of many organizations and state commissions and has served as president or an officer many times.  In addition\, she has served as the executive director of a nonprofit.  This first person experience is complimented by professional training.  Jane has completed programs in Advanced Board Consulting\, Assessment of Governing Boards and in the Governance as Leadership model through BoardSource.\nIn addition to her consulting practice\, Jane is an Adjunct Professor in the Nonprofit Management & Leadership Program at University of Missouri St. Louis.  She teaches one of the core courses in the program:  Staff Management Issues in Nonprofits.\nJane has a B.A. in Psychology from Northwestern University and an M.A. in Human Resource Management/Business Administration from the University of Iowa. URL:https://nscnow.org/event/building-bench-strengths/ LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States CATEGORIES:Other ORGANIZER;CN="Network for Strong Communities":MAILTO:amy@nonprofitservices.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150401T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150401T123000 DTSTAMP:20260521T102903 CREATED:20150324T212634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150324T212634Z UID:1361-1427878800-1427891400@nscnow.org SUMMARY:Leading from the Middle DESCRIPTION:Organizational Systems: Leading from the Middle       9:00 AM – 12:30 PM\n\nIn order to survive in these turbulent times\, organizations need competent\, effective\, and empowered middle management. Yet those in middle positions commonly report that their jobs are demanding and stressful. Leading from the Middle aims at transforming middle positions into the drivers of integrated and effective change in their organization.\nAn interactive workshop which focuses on the dilemmas\, challenges\, system power possibilities and contributions of middle positions. Participants will engage in two simulations that enable them to identify specific actions that enhance their leadership at whatever level they are in their organizations.\nParticipants will learn about the 4 spaces of Organization life (Top\, Middle\, Bottom and Customer) and learn the predictable conditions in each space\, developed by Barry Oshry\, global social scientist and founder of Power + Systems. Participants will also identify specific actions they can take to increase their human system power in each of these spaces.\nAbout the Facilitator: \n\nKevin Purcell\nOrganization Development Consultant\nPower + Systems\nKevin is a consultant for Power + Systems. He has worked internally for both Microsoft (Seattle) and Memorial Health Systems (Springfield\, Ill) as Director of Organization Development.\nHe has conducted this workshop for the past 25 years around the world. Kevin’s non-profit experience includes working with Planned Parenthood\, Illinois Arts Council\, and founding two theater companies that are thriving today. He is currently Senior Consultant for Power + Systems and also Adjunct Faculty in the MBA program at University of Illinois-Springfield. URL:https://nscnow.org/event/leading-from-the-middle-2/ LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States CATEGORIES:Other ORGANIZER;CN="Network for Strong Communities":MAILTO:amy@nonprofitservices.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150326T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150326T110000 DTSTAMP:20260521T102903 CREATED:20150324T211055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150324T211055Z UID:1345-1427358600-1427367600@nscnow.org SUMMARY:From Service to Relationships DESCRIPTION:We serve a relational God and were created to be in relationship with others. Our social service outreach efforts to meet the physical and emotional needs of our neighbors is important\, but ultimately we want our activity in the community to lead to real relationships with those we serve.  Come learn how your church or organization can create space for relationships to develop and why engaging relationally will make your social service outreach sustainable and impactful.\nThis training is perfect for: volunteer coordinators\, DCEs\, social ministry/outreach teams\, activity directors\, missions team leaders\, office personnel\, congregation presidents\, Board of Education chairs\, youth directors\, a trustees\, VBS directors\, nursery care directors\, music directors\, senior ministry directors\, Sunday school superintendents\, and social ministry coordinators.  Or\, anyone in a church that comes in contact with volunteers. URL:https://nscnow.org/event/from-service-to-relationships/ LOCATION:Lutheran Hour Ministries\, 660 Mason Ridge Center Drive\, St. louis\, MO\, 63141\, United States CATEGORIES:Other ORGANIZER;CN="Mandy Norbi":MAILTO:mandy@sendmestlouis.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150218T020000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150218T160000 DTSTAMP:20260521T102903 CREATED:20150207T033554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150207T033554Z UID:1178-1424224800-1424275200@nscnow.org SUMMARY:Introduction to BBB Charity Accreditation DESCRIPTION:What is the BBB?\nWhy should your organization choose to become BBB accredited?\nHow does your organization get accredited?\nThis learning opportunity will answer all of your questions about becoming BBB accredited!\nLearn:\nOverview of the BBB\nThe impact BBB charity accreditation can have on your organization\nSteps to BBB charity accreditation\nJoin us for this free learning opportunity! URL:https://nscnow.org/event/introduction-to-bbb-charity-accreditation/ LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States CATEGORIES:Other ORGANIZER;CN="Network for Strong Communities":MAILTO:amy@nonprofitservices.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR