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SUMMARY:Grantwriting 101
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop: Grantwriting 101\nDo you need help getting started with grantwriting?\nIn this workshop\, you will learn the fundamentals of how to develop and write the various components of a good grant proposal worthy of funding.  During the session you will learn: \n\nHow to prepare for writing a proposal\nHow to gather and prepare preliminary information\nHow to develop ideas for the proposal\nHow to outline project goals\nHow to state the purpose and objectives of the proposal\nHow to explain the program methods to solve a stated problem\nHow you will evaluate the results of the project\nHow to develop a proposal budget\n\nYou will receive valuable templates\, charts and checklists to help you put into practice what you have learned.  Join us for a workshop that will provide you with the basics of writing grants!\nAbout the Presenter: Kent Hornberger\nKent Hornberger is a Certified Grant Professional with over 40 years of experience in not for profit management and fund raising.\nKent currently serves on the national board of the Grant Professionals Certification Institute that is dedicated to strengthening the nonprofit sector’s ability to pursue and maintain public and private sector funding by promoting competency and ethical practices within the field of grantsmanship.  He has also held leadership positions in the local GPA Chapter.\nKent has taught courses on the principles and practices of grant writing/management\, critical analysis skills\, communications\, ethics and project management at several St. Louis area colleges and universities.  He has been a frequent workshop presenter at both regional and national conferences of the Grant Professionals Association.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/grantwriting-101-2/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="NSC":MAILTO:learn@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191112T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20191024T170701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191024T170701Z
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SUMMARY:Fundraiser’s Role in Enhancing Diversity\, Equity\, and Access
DESCRIPTION:Join GPA St. Louis for a discussion with a local panel of funders who will share their thoughts on the importance of diversity in service provision and how they are helping promote diversity within our community. Each of the funders will also share some history about their organizations\, including their past grant-making strategies\, and areas of opportunity now or in the future.\n\n\nSpeakers are:\n\nKristin Cowart\, St. Louis City Mental Health Board\nPaulette Foerster\, St. Louis County Children’s Services Fund\nTrisha Gordon\, United Way of Greater St. Louis\n\nEvent participation counts for 1.5 CEU credits for CFRE and GPC.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/fundraisers-role-in-enhancing-diversity-equity-and-access/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="GPA St. Louis":MAILTO:info@gpastlouis.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20190618T174253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190618T174253Z
UID:3828-1571734800-1571745600@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Basics of Grant Research
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop: Basics of Grant Research\nGain research methods to identify foundation\, corporate and governmental funding prospects. \nYou will learn the fundamentals of researching and identifying corporations\, foundations and government agencies that are good fits to help fund your organization’s mission and programs. Appropriate research takes time and is well worth the investment. This workshop introduces you to research resources and methods.\nYou will learn:  \n\nHow to use these resources\nSteps to help you identify the best prospects for your organization \nWhere to find accurate information on corporate\, foundation and federal grants opportunities\nHow to develop a list of corporate\, foundation and government prospects\nHow to select the best prospects through a qualification process\nHow to effectively use information from IRS 990s\n\nYou will also receive valuable templates\, flowcharts and checklists to help put into practice what you have learned.\nAbout the Presenter: Kent Hornberger \nKent Hornberger is a Certified Grant Professional with over 40 years of experience in nonprofit management and fund raising.  \nKent currently serves of the national board of the Grant Professionals Certification Institute that is dedicated to strengthening the nonprofit sector’s ability to pursue and maintain public and private sector funding by promoting competency and ethical practices within the field of grantsmanship.  \nKent is immediate Past-President of the St. Louis Regional Chapter of the GPA and served for three years as the Chairman of the GPA’s Higher Education Special Interest Group.  He has held leadership positions in other professional organizations including the Association for Fundraising Professionals\, and the Jesuit Advancement Association.\nKent has taught courses on the principles and practices of grant writing/management\, critical analysis skills\, communications\, ethics and project management at several St. Louis area colleges and universities.  He has been a frequent workshop presenter at both regional and national conferences of the Grant Professionals Association\, the Association of Healthcare Philanthropy\, the Council for the Advancement of Support for Education\, the Jesuit Advancement Association\, and the Association of Fundraising Professionals.  He has also served on the board of numerous not-for-profit organizations including Catholic Family Services and EarthDance Farms.  
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/basics-of-grant-research-4/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="NSC":MAILTO:learn@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191001T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191001T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20190618T174054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190618T174054Z
UID:3826-1569920400-1569931200@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:The ABCs of MOUs (Memorandum of Understanding)
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop: The ABCs of MOUs\nMany governmental agencies and foundations require that you partner with other agencies/organizations to secure funding.  During this session you will examine the key elements and guidelines to develop an effective Memorandum of Understanding.  You will also learn the difference between a MOU\, a letter of commitment and a letter of support.  You will receive examples.  Formal partnerships make your job easier and contribute towards sustainability.\nAbout the Presenter: Kent Hornberger\nKent Hornberger is a Certified Grant Professional with over 40 years of experience in not for profit management and fund raising.\nKent currently serves on the national board of the Grant Professionals Certification Institute that is dedicated to strengthening the nonprofit sector’s ability to pursue and maintain public and private sector funding by promoting competency and ethical practices within the field of grantsmanship.  He has also held leadership positions in the local GPA Chapter.\nKent has taught courses on the principles and practices of grant writing/management\, critical analysis skills\, communications\, ethics and project management at several St. Louis area colleges and universities.  He has been a frequent workshop presenter at both regional and national conferences of the Grant Professionals Association.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/the-abcs-of-mous-memorandum-of-understanding/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="NSC":MAILTO:learn@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190712T160000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20190522T194116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190522T194116Z
UID:3801-1562922000-1562947200@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Grant Writing Class
DESCRIPTION:Welcome!  If you’re ready to learn how to find and write grants you’ve come to the right place.  Beginning and experienced grant writers from city\, county and state agencies as well as nonprofits\, K-12\, colleges and universities are encouraged to attend.  You do not need to work in the same profession as the host agency.\nItinerary and Location:  This workshop is July 11-12\, 2019\, 9-4 both days with lunch on your own from noon to 1:20.  View a map of the workshop location\, learning objectives\, or a sample email confirmation like the one you’ll receive immediately after you register.\nCEU Credits:  Various CEUs and university credit are available for this class.  For complete details click here.\nTuition:  Tuition is $455 and includes everything: two days of terrific instruction\, workbook\, and access to our Alumni Forums that’s packed full of tools\, helpful discussions and more than 200 sample grant proposals.\nPayment Policy:  Payment by credit card at the time of enrollment is preferred\, however\, you may pay later by check.  Our registration system will auto-generate a personalized invoice/receipt for you immediately after you enroll.  If you choose to pay by check\, it is your responsibility to print the online invoice and guide it through your purchasing channels.  We do not mail invoices.  Payment by check or card is required by the workshop date unless other arrangements are made.\nPurchase Orders:  If you work for a government agency and want to pay by purchase order\, when you register online choose the “pay by check” option.  The web site will auto-generate a printable invoice.  Print the invoice\, give it and your purchase order to your purchasing department and they’ll send the check.  That’s it!\nCancel Policy:  Withdrawals are allowed up to one week prior to the workshop. Tuition refunds – less a $30 admin charge – are made by check and mailed within 5 working days of receiving your cancellation. If you cancel within one week of the workshop or if you’re registered for a workshop and fail to show up\, you are obliged to submit your tuition in full and are then prepaid for and welcome to attend any future workshop we offer within one year of the workshop you cancelled. If you register within 10 days of the class\, you may cancel your registration up to 5 days after by notifying us via email at cs@grantwritingusa.com. Your tuition refund will be made by check and mailed within 5 working days of receiving your cancellation notice or will be refunded to your credit card.\nQuestions?  Email or call The Client Services Team at Grant Writing USA\, at 800.814.8191.\nReady to enroll?  Great – it’s easy!
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/grant-writing-class-2/
LOCATION:St. Louis County & Municipal Police Academy \, 1266 Sutter Avenue \, Wellston\, MO\, 63133
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="Grant Writing USA":MAILTO:cs@grantwritingusa.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190711T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190711T160000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20190522T194021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190522T194021Z
UID:3797-1562835600-1562860800@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Grant Writing Class
DESCRIPTION:Welcome!  If you’re ready to learn how to find and write grants you’ve come to the right place.  Beginning and experienced grant writers from city\, county and state agencies as well as nonprofits\, K-12\, colleges and universities are encouraged to attend.  You do not need to work in the same profession as the host agency.\nItinerary and Location:  This workshop is July 11-12\, 2019\, 9-4 both days with lunch on your own from noon to 1:20.  View a map of the workshop location\, learning objectives\, or a sample email confirmation like the one you’ll receive immediately after you register.\nCEU Credits:  Various CEUs and university credit are available for this class.  For complete details click here.\nTuition:  Tuition is $455 and includes everything: two days of terrific instruction\, workbook\, and access to our Alumni Forums that’s packed full of tools\, helpful discussions and more than 200 sample grant proposals.\nPayment Policy:  Payment by credit card at the time of enrollment is preferred\, however\, you may pay later by check.  Our registration system will auto-generate a personalized invoice/receipt for you immediately after you enroll.  If you choose to pay by check\, it is your responsibility to print the online invoice and guide it through your purchasing channels.  We do not mail invoices.  Payment by check or card is required by the workshop date unless other arrangements are made.\nPurchase Orders:  If you work for a government agency and want to pay by purchase order\, when you register online choose the “pay by check” option.  The web site will auto-generate a printable invoice.  Print the invoice\, give it and your purchase order to your purchasing department and they’ll send the check.  That’s it!\nCancel Policy:  Withdrawals are allowed up to one week prior to the workshop. Tuition refunds – less a $30 admin charge – are made by check and mailed within 5 working days of receiving your cancellation. If you cancel within one week of the workshop or if you’re registered for a workshop and fail to show up\, you are obliged to submit your tuition in full and are then prepaid for and welcome to attend any future workshop we offer within one year of the workshop you cancelled. If you register within 10 days of the class\, you may cancel your registration up to 5 days after by notifying us via email at cs@grantwritingusa.com. Your tuition refund will be made by check and mailed within 5 working days of receiving your cancellation notice or will be refunded to your credit card.\nQuestions?  Email or call The Client Services Team at Grant Writing USA\, at 800.814.8191.\nReady to enroll?  Great – it’s easy!
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/grant-writing-class/
LOCATION:St. Louis County & Municipal Police Academy \, 1266 Sutter Avenue \, Wellston\, MO\, 63133
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="Grant Writing USA":MAILTO:cs@grantwritingusa.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20190313T185103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190313T185103Z
UID:3702-1561021200-1561046400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Successful Grant Writing
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 20\, 2019 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in #410 Social Science and Business (SSB) building (located on the UMSL north campus)\nIn the highly competitive world of grants\, learn the art and science of creating excellent grant applications. Share perspectives and embrace practical examples that will give you an edge in writing proposals and obtaining funding. You will leave this interactive session with tools and techniques you can put to immediate use as you seek funds from the private sector. Hands-on activities will be more meaningful if you come to class with a project in mind – it can be for any project at any amount.  From the initial research to thanking the donor\, this comprehensive session is good for beginners and seasoned grantwriters alike. The class will also explore the growing area of Donor Advised Funds and their potential impact on foundation giving. Lunch included (in the form of a voucher for use in the university’s Nosh).\nInstructor Wendy Dyer has enjoyed working with hundreds of nonprofits for more than the last 25 years as a consultant\, from north to south and throughout the Midwest.   She has helped pump millions of dollars into the economy – expanding programs and building schools\, health centers and cultural places – bringing opportunity to thousands of people.  A frequent presenter and trainer\, Wendy encourages agencies to find their “sizzle” and embrace her mantra that “People are giving money away\, anyway\, might as well be to you.”\nRegistration fee: $99
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/successful-grant-writing-2/
LOCATION:Social Sciences and Business building\, SSB # 410 (UM-St. Louis north campus)\, One University Dr.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="UMSL Nonprofit Management and Leadership Program":MAILTO:sised@umsl.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190409T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190409T133000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20190313T190330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190313T190330Z
UID:3711-1554809400-1554816600@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Grant Writers Toolkit: Compression Planning©
DESCRIPTION:Grant Writers Toolkit: Compression Planning with Julie Boll\nPlease join us for our April session – Compression Planning with Julie Boll
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/grant-writers-toolkit-compression-planning/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="GPA St. Louis":MAILTO:info@gpastlouis.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190402T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20181211T182856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T182856Z
UID:3558-1554195600-1554206400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:How to Find and Identify both Private and Federal Grant Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Do you need to find corporations\, foundations\, and government agencies to help fund your programs?\nDuring this workshop you will learn: \n\nThe fundamentals of researching and identifying corporations\, foundations and government agencies that are good fits to help fund your organization’s mission and programs\nWhere to find accurate information on corporate\, foundation and federal grants opportunities\nHow to develop a list of corporate\, foundation and government prospects\nHow to select the best prospects through a qualification process\n\nAbout the Presenter: Kent Hornberger\nKent Hornberger is a Certified Grant Professional with over 40 years of experience in nonprofit management and fund raising.  \nKent currently serves on the national board of the Grant Professionals Certification Institute that is dedicated to strengthening the nonprofit sector’s ability to pursue and maintain public and private sector funding by promoting competency and ethical practices within the field of grantsmanship.  He has also held leadership positions in the local GPA Chapter.\nKent has taught courses on the principles and practices of grant writing/management\, critical analysis skills\, communications\, ethics and project management at several St. Louis area colleges and universities.  He has been a frequent workshop presenter at both regional and national conferences of the Grant Professionals Association.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/how-to-find-and-identify-both-private-and-federal-grant-opportunities-2/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190221T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190221T173000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20181211T183215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T183215Z
UID:3560-1550764800-1550770200@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Proposal Writing (GFC)
DESCRIPTION:This GFC workshop will provide you with an overview of how to write a standard project proposal to a foundation. It will include:\n• The basic elements of a nonprofit grant proposal\n• The “do’s” and “don’ts” of writing and submitting a proposal\n• How to follow up whether the answer is yes or no\nPlease contact Lisa Thorp at 314-539-0357 or lthorp@slpl.org to learn more.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/introduction-to-proposal-writing-gfc/
LOCATION:St. Louis Public Library (Central)\, 1301 Olive Street \, St. Louis\, MO\, 63103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190205T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20181023T174313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181023T174313Z
UID:3519-1549357200-1549368000@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Grantwriting 101
DESCRIPTION:Do you need help getting started with grant writing?\nIn this workshop\, you will learn the fundamentals of how to develop and write the various components of a good grant proposal worthy of funding.  During the session you will learn: \n\nHow to prepare for writing a proposal\nHow to gather and prepare preliminary information\nHow to develop ideas for the proposal\nHow to outline project goals\nHow to state the purpose and objectives of the proposal\nHow to explain the program methods to solve a stated problem\nHow you will evaluate the results of the project\nHow to develop a proposal budget\n\nYou will receive valuable templates\, charts and checklists to help you put into practice what you have learned.  Join us for a workshop that will provide you with the basics of writing grants!\nAbout the Presenter: Kent Hornberger\nKent Hornberger is a Certified Grant Professional with over 40 years of experience in not for profit management and fund raising.\nKent currently serves on the national board of the Grant Professionals Certification Institute that is dedicated to strengthening the nonprofit sector’s ability to pursue and maintain public and private sector funding by promoting competency and ethical practices within the field of grantsmanship.\nKent has taught courses on the principles and practices of grant writing/management\, critical analysis skills\, communications\, ethics and project management at several St. Louis area Colleges and Universities.  He has been a frequent workshop presenter at both regional and national conferences and is a member of the adjunct faculty at the University of Missouri St. Louis where he teaches a graduate level course in grant development and writing.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/grantwriting-101/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelly Bernier":MAILTO:shelly@nscnow.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190124T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190124T160000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20181004T201242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181004T201242Z
UID:3497-1548334800-1548345600@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Grants Research: An Introduction to Data Resources and Grant Prospect Research
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, Jan. 24\, 2019 from 1- 4 p.m. in # 202 J.C. Penney Conference Center (on the UMSL north campus)\nSuccessful grant research includes a review of various kinds of data like giving statistics\, reports\, and databases. But learning to identify\, evaluate\, and select data resources used in grants research can be a challenge. This course will provide participants with (a) an introduction to the process of information evaluation\, (b) data resources commonly available in grant development\, and (c) how to use the “Foundation Database Online Professional” database to identify and evaluate funding prospects.\nBrad Smith is the Nonprofit Information Resource Manager for the St. Charles City-County Library District. In that capacity\, he oversees the delivery of the Library District’s specialty services to the nonprofit community. As a representative of the Library District\, he regularly provides consultation services and assistance to public\, private\, and nonprofit initiatives that are aimed toward enhancing community resources and services throughout the St. Louis Metropolitan Area.  Brad is active among nonprofits in the community and has served on a variety of community boards\, committees\, and panels in the metropolitan area including: Community Council of St. Charles County\, Vision Leadership Program St. Charles County\, Sts. Joachim & Ann Care Service\, and United Way of Greater St. Louis.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/grants-research-an-introduction-to-data-resources-and-grant-prospect-research/
LOCATION:#202 JC Penney Conference Center\, 1 University Dr.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="UMSL Nonprofit Management and Leadership Program":MAILTO:sised@umsl.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20181004T201019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181004T201019Z
UID:3493-1542272400-1542297600@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Successful Grant Writing
DESCRIPTION:In the highly competitive world of grants\, learn the art and science of creating excellent grant applications.  Share perspectives and embrace practical examples that will give you an edge in writing proposals and obtaining funding. You will leave this interactive session with tools and techniques you can put to immediate use as you seek funds from the private sector.  Hands-on activities will be more meaningful if you come to class with a project in mind – it can be for any project at any amount.  From the initial research to thanking the donor\, this comprehensive session is good for beginners and seasoned grantwriters alike.  The class will also explore the growing area of Donor Advised Funds and their potential impact on foundation giving.\nInstructor Wendy Dyer has enjoyed working with hundreds of nonprofits over the last 23 years as a consultant\, from north to south and throughout the Midwest. She has helped pump millions of dollars into the economy – expanding programs and building schools\, health centers and cultural places – bringing opportunity to thousands of people. A frequent presenter and trainer\, Wendy encourages agencies to find their “sizzle” and embrace her mantra that “People are giving money away\, anyway\, might as well be to you.”\nRegistration fee: $99\nLunch is included (in the form of a voucher for use in the student center).
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/successful-grant-writing/
LOCATION:#202 JC Penney Conference Center\, 1 University Dr.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="UMSL Nonprofit Management and Leadership Program":MAILTO:sised@umsl.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20180816T175259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180816T175259Z
UID:3452-1542099600-1542110400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:How to Find and Identify both Private and Federal Grant Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Do you need to find corporations\, foundations\, and government agencies to help fund your programs?\nDuring this workshop you will learn: \n\nthe fundamentals of researching and identifying corporations\, foundations and government agencies that are good fits to help fund your organization’s mission and programs\nwhere to find accurate information on corporate\, foundation and federal grants opportunities\nhow to develop a list of corporate\, foundation and government prospects\nhow to select the best prospects through a qualification process\n\nAbout the Presenter: Kent Hornberger\nKent Hornberger is a Certified Grant Professional with over 40 years of experience in nonprofit management and fund raising.  \nKent currently serves of the national board of the Grant Professionals Certification Institute that is dedicated to strengthening the nonprofit sector’s ability to pursue and maintain public and private sector funding by promoting competency and ethical practices within the field of grantsmanship.  \nHe has held leadership positions in other professional organizations including the Association of Fundraising Professionals\, and the Jesuit Advancement Association.\nKent has taught courses on the principles and practices of grant writing/management\, critical analysis skills\, communications\, ethics and project management at several St. Louis area colleges and universities.  He has been a frequent workshop presenter at both regional and national conferences of the Grant Professionals Association and other professional advancement organizations.  
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/how-to-find-and-identify-both-private-and-federal-grant-opportunities/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelly Bernier":MAILTO:shelly@nscnow.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181023T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181023T110000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20181004T195811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181004T195811Z
UID:3480-1540287000-1540292400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Crafting a Strong Renewal Grant Request
DESCRIPTION:Congregations/organizations funded during Lutheran Foundation’s December 2017 grant cycle\, and who are planning (and who are eligible) to seek another year of funding for the same program/project this coming December are highly encouraged to attend this workshop. The workshop will cover what to include in your grant application – particularly regarding your program’s outcomes – practice in writing strong outcome statements\, considering appropriate evaluation tools\, and other Foundation updates.\nPre-registration is required. Free parking and light snacks will be provided. Please register each person separately. Due to room size limitations\, we ask that no more than two people per organization attend the workshop.\nUnsure if you should attend? Contact Rebekah Miller at rebekah@lutheranfoundation.org to discuss!
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/crafting-a-strong-renewal-grant-request/
LOCATION:Lutheran Hour Ministries\, 660 Mason Ridge Center Drive\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63141\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Foundation":MAILTO:rebekah@lutheranfoundation.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181023T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181023T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20180816T175010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180816T175010Z
UID:3448-1540285200-1540296000@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:How to Write Winning Grant Proposals: The 9 Key Elements to Prepare a Successful Grant Proposal
DESCRIPTION:Preparing a grant application or proposal is more that just asking for money to fund your organization and its programs.  Private foundations\, corporations and governmental agencies want to invest their money in an organization’s programs that fit their own goals and have a high likelihood of success.  During the workshop you will learn: \n\nWhat are the 9 essential elements of a successful grant program\nHow you craft each of the 9 elements\nExamine examples of each of the elements from award winning grants\n\nYou will receive valuable handouts to help you put into practice what you have learned.\n\nAbout the Presenter: Kent Hornberger\nKent Hornberger is a Certified Grant Professional with over 40 years of experience in nonprofit management and fund raising.  \nKent currently serves of the national board of the Grant Professionals Certification Institute that is dedicated to strengthening the nonprofit sector’s ability to pursue and maintain public and private sector funding by promoting competency and ethical practices within the field of grantsmanship.  \nHe has held leadership positions in other professional organizations including the Association of Fundraising Professionals\, and the Jesuit Advancement Association.\nKent has taught courses on the principles and practices of grant writing/management\, critical analysis skills\, communications\, ethics and project management at several St. Louis area colleges and universities.  He has been a frequent workshop presenter at both regional and national conferences of the Grant Professionals Association and other professional advancement organizations. 
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/how-to-write-winning-grant-proposals-the-9-key-elements-to-prepare-a-successful-grant-proposal/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelly Bernier":MAILTO:shelly@nscnow.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181018T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181018T173000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20180816T182120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180816T182120Z
UID:3457-1539878400-1539883800@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:How Do You Measure Success? Determining Goals\, Objectives and Outcomes for Programs and Grant Proposals
DESCRIPTION:This 90-minute GFC presentation by Kent Hornberger\, GPC\, a member of the Board of Directors of the Grant Professionals Certification Institute will explore how to help your nonprofit organization formulate goals and objectives and implement an evaluation plan for successful programs and grant awards. Learn how to set clear goals and objectives in your grant proposal\, what the difference is between a goal and an objective\, and what data you will need to collect to demonstrate success and impact to your funders.\nRegistration is requested\, as space is limited.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/how-do-you-measure-success-determining-goals-objectives-and-outcomes-for-programs-and-grant-proposals/
LOCATION:Central Library SLPL\, 1301 Olive St.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181002T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181002T133000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20180625T194948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180625T194948Z
UID:3419-1538479800-1538487000@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Building Sincere Funder Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Join GPA for their October Session – How are you building sincere funder relationships? Cultivating funder relationships should be the first step in any grants cycle and can help secure valuable dollars. Yet organizations don’t always plan their cultivation moves with foundations. Topics: Key stages in relationships; Cultivation tips; Best practices.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/building-sincere-funder-relationships/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Battersby":MAILTO:grantsink@nancybattersby.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180925T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20180816T175410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180816T175410Z
UID:3455-1537866000-1537876800@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Grantwriting For Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Do you need help getting started with grantwriting?\nIn this workshop\, you will learn the fundamentals of how to develop and write the various components of a good grant proposal worthy of funding.  During the session you will learn: \n\nHow to prepare for writing a proposal\nHow to gather and prepare preliminary information\nHow to develop ideas for the proposal\nHow to outline project goals\nHow to state the purpose and objectives of the proposal\nHow to explain the program methods to solve a stated problem\nHow you will evaluate the results of the project\nHow to develop a proposal budget\n\nYou will receive valuable templates\, charts and checklists to help you put into practice what you have learned.  Join us for a workshop that will provide you with the basics of writing grants!\nAbout the Presenter: Kent Hornberger\nKent Hornberger is a Certified Grant Professional with over 40 years of experience in nonprofit management and fund raising.  \nKent currently serves on the national board of the Grant Professionals Certification Institute that is dedicated to strengthening the nonprofit sector’s ability to pursue and maintain public and private sector funding by promoting competency and ethical practices within the field of grantsmanship.  \nHe has held leadership positions in other professional organizations including the Association of Fundraising Professionals\, and the Jesuit Advancement Association.\nKent has taught courses on the principles and practices of grant writing/management\, critical analysis skills\, communications\, ethics and project management at several St. Louis area colleges and universities.  He has been a frequent workshop presenter at both regional and national conferences of the Grant Professionals Association and other professional advancement organizations.  
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/grantwriting-for-beginners/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelly Bernier":MAILTO:shelly@nscnow.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180913T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180913T180000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20180326T181412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T181412Z
UID:3334-1536856200-1536861600@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Grant Writing 101
DESCRIPTION:Amy Lottes\, GPC\, will be back at Central Library by popular demand to present “Grant Writing 101” – this 90 minute program is aimed at nonprofit corporations interested in learning how to approach charitable foundations to apply for grant funding for their organizations. Learn why you might want to pursue grant money\, considerations to keep in mind\, and how to know if you are “grant-ready” – and what you should do and where to go if you think the answer is “yes”.\nRegistration is requested\, as space is limited.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/grant-writing-101/
LOCATION:St. Louis Public Library (Central)\, 1301 Olive Street \, St. Louis\, MO\, 63103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180911T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180911T133000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20180625T194836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180625T194836Z
UID:3417-1536665400-1536672600@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Learning to Fly: Finding Your Way as a Grant Consultant
DESCRIPTION:Join GPA for their September session – Consulting may not be rocket science\, but to those on the outside looking in\, it might as well be. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Johna Rodges will share her own journey from steadfast employee who loved a paycheck to confident consultant.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/learning-to-fly-finding-your-way-as-a-grant-consultant/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Battersby":MAILTO:grantsink@nancybattersby.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180515T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180515T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20180326T174154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T174154Z
UID:3326-1526374800-1526385600@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Understanding The Federal Budget Process and How to Identify Future Funding
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop: \nLearn how the Federal budget works and how $$$ are made available to the various agencies- and how the federal “grants calendar” works – and how to use grants.gov and the various agency websites to identify potential opportunities well in advance of the deadline date when the application is due.  How to forecast opportunities.  How to identify helpful organizations that support the various grant programs for networking and examples/best practices.\nAbout the Presenter: \nKent Hornberger \nKent Hornberger is a Certified Grant Professional with over 40 years of experience in nonprofit management and fund raising.\nKent currently serves of the national board of the Grant Professionals Certification Institute that is dedicated to strengthening the nonprofit sector’s ability to pursue and maintain public and private sector funding by promoting competency and ethical practices within the field of grantsmanship.\nKent is immediate Past-President of the St. Louis Regional Chapter of the GPA and served for three years as the Chairman of the GPA’s Higher Education Special Interest Group.  He has held leadership positions in other professional organizations including the Association for Fundraising Professionals\, and the Jesuit Advancement Association.\nKent has taught courses on the principles and practices of grant writing/management\, critical analysis skills\, communications\, ethics and project management at several St. Louis area colleges and universities.  He has been a frequent workshop presenter at both regional and national conferences of the Grant Professionals Association\, the Association of Healthcare Philanthropy\, the Council for the Advancement of Support for Education\, the Jesuit Advancement Association\, and the Association of Fundraising Professionals.  He has also served on the board of numerous not-for-profit organizations including Catholic Family Services and EarthDance Farms.\n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/understanding-the-federal-budget-process-and-how-to-identify-future-funding/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180508T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20180306T201928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180306T201928Z
UID:3273-1525770000-1525780800@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Developing A Proven Workplan to Successfully Apply for Governmental Funding
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop: Developing a Proven Workplan to Successfully Apply for Governmental Funding\nThis workshop will share techniques and templates to help you compete successfully for federal and state grant funding.  How to review a request for proposal and develop a workplan to present a competetive proposal well for timely submission.\n \nAbout the Presenter: \nKent Hornberger \nKent Hornberger is a Certified Grant Professional with over 40 years of experience in nonprofit management and fund raising.\nKent currently serves of the national board of the Grant Professionals Certification Institute that is dedicated to strengthening the nonprofit sector’s ability to pursue and maintain public and private sector funding by promoting competency and ethical practices within the field of grantsmanship.\nKent is immediate Past-President of the St. Louis Regional Chapter of the GPA and served for three years as the Chairman of the GPA’s Higher Education Special Interest Group.  He has held leadership positions in other professional organizations including the Association for Fundraising Professionals\, and the Jesuit Advancement Association.\nKent has taught courses on the principles and practices of grant writing/management\, critical analysis skills\, communications\, ethics and project management at several St. Louis area colleges and universities.  He has been a frequent workshop presenter at both regional and national conferences of the Grant Professionals Association\, the Association of Healthcare Philanthropy\, the Council for the Advancement of Support for Education\, the Jesuit Advancement Association\, and the Association of Fundraising Professionals.  He has also served on the board of numerous not-for-profit organizations including Catholic Family Services and EarthDance Farms.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/developing-a-proven-workplan-to-successfully-apply-for-governmental-funding/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180417T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180417T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20180306T201825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180306T201825Z
UID:3270-1523955600-1523966400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Will It Pay Dividends to Outsource Your Grantwriting Program?
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/will-it-pay-dividends-to-outsource-your-grantwriting-program/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelly Bernier":MAILTO:shelly@nscnow.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180322T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180322T170000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20171214T181807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171214T181807Z
UID:3225-1521730800-1521738000@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Grant Management Basics
DESCRIPTION:Dan Sise\, J.D.\, Interim Director of the Public Policy Administration Program at the University of Missouri St. Louis\, will discuss the reporting and financial accountability obligations that accompany grant funds – how to manage the money\, understand and comply with the grant agreement\, keep on top of the paperwork\, communicate with your funder\, and arrive at a happy outcome for both your organization (a completed project! a successful capital campaign! an important new program!) and your funder (the satisfaction of knowing their money was put to good use by a great organization to make a difference in the community).
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/grant-management-basics-2/
LOCATION:Central Library SLPL\, 1301 Olive St.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180201T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180201T100000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20180108T192422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180108T192422Z
UID:3231-1517473800-1517479200@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Missouri Common Grant Application: Free Orientation for Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION:Gateway Center for Giving and Network for Strong Communities present:\nMissouri Common Grant Application (CGA)\nVersion 2.0: Orientation for Nonprofits\nThe Gateway Center for Giving is pleased to announce the release of a new version of the Missouri Common Grant Application (CGA)\, a popular grantmaking tool that allows grantmakers and grantseekers to work from a common set of questions and definitions that reinforce solid nonprofit and philanthropic practices.  CGA Version 2.0 incorporates important questions that reflect a lens of diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI). A DEI framework informs the work of both grantmakers and nonprofits and offers a mechanism to address the profound disparities in opportunity that exist for marginalized groups.\nJoin us for a free orientation to the Missouri Common Grant Application (CGA) Version 2.0\, during which staff from the Gateway Center for Giving and the Network for Strong Communities will present on how to effectively use the tool.  Nonprofits that are considering submitting grant applications to foundations that accept CGA are encouraged to join us for this session.\nAt this session\, attendees will:\n    Become acquainted with the structure of and changes included in the CGA Version 2.0;\n    Have an opportunity to ask questions about the CGA Version 2.0’s format\, and\n    Learn about how the CGA Version 2.0 can and should be used by grantseekers.\nWHEN:   Thursday\, February 1st from 8:30 am – 10:00 am\n8:30 am – 9:00 am – Networking and Light Breakfast\n9:00 am – 10:00 am –  Missouri Common Grant Application Version 2.0 Orientation\nWHERE: Network for Strong Commjnities\, 8764 Manchester Road #203 St. Louis\, MO 63144\nOPEN TO: All nonprofit grantseekers\, particularly those planning to submit grant applications to foundations that accept CGA Version 2.0\nWe encourage you to review the CGA forms\, including the User Guide\, before the workshop. To download the documents click here.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/missouri-common-grant-application-free-orientation-for-nonprofits-3/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180125T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180125T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20171103T173355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171103T173355Z
UID:3171-1516870800-1516881600@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Basics of Grant Research
DESCRIPTION: \nYou will learn the fundamentals of researching and identifying corporations\, foundations and government agencies that are good fits to help fund your organization’s mission and programs. Appropriate research takes time and is well worth the investment.\n 
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/basics-of-grant-research-3/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20171103T173634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171103T173634Z
UID:3175-1513242000-1513252800@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Grant Writing
DESCRIPTION: \nPreparing a grant application or proposal is more than just asking for money to fund your organization and its programs.  Private Foundations\, Corporations and Governmental Agencies want to invest their $$$ in an organization’s programs that fit their own goals and in projects that should in all likelihood succeed.   We will go into detail on explaining/developing each essential element of a successful grant proposal. You will also take away some examples of successful grants and proven techniques – that you can use as models as you develop/write your own proposals that are competitive and are likely to be funded.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/advanced-grant-writing-2/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171108T100000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20171103T173142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171103T173142Z
UID:3169-1510128000-1510135200@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:FULL - Missouri Common Grant Application: Free Orientation for Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION: \nThe Gateway Center for Giving is pleased to announce the release of a new version of the Missouri Common Grant Application (CGA)\, a popular grantmaking tool that allows grantmakers and grantseekers to work from a common set of questions and definitions that reinforce solid nonprofit and philanthropic practices.  CGA Version 2.0 incorporates important questions that reflect a lens of diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI). A DEI framework informs the work of both grantmakers and nonprofits and offers a mechanism to address the profound disparities in opportunity that exist for marginalized groups.\nJoin us for a free orientation to the Missouri Common Grant Application (CGA) Version 2.0\, during which staff from the Gateway Center for Giving and the Network for Strong Communities will present on how to effectively use the tool.  Nonprofits that are considering submitting grant applications to foundations that accept CGA are encouraged to join us for this session.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/missouri-common-grant-application-free-orientation-for-nonprofits-2/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171003T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171003T133000
DTSTAMP:20260520T235012
CREATED:20161013T191748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161013T191748Z
UID:2800-1507030200-1507037400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Theory of Change & Logic Models
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/theory-of-change-logic-models/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grant Writing
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Battersby":MAILTO:grantsink@nancybattersby.com
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