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SUMMARY:Strategy Basics: Getting Ready for a Strategic Plan
DESCRIPTION:Strategy Basics: Getting Ready for a Strategic Plan \nDoes strategy make you yawn? Grimace? Run? Unlock the basics of an effective strategic planning process that is engaging\, real and can help you bring your organization to the next level. We’ll give you tools to have an inclusive\, thoughtful and energizing strategy process with outcomes that are measurable and satisfying. You’ll walk away from this session feeling more prepared with next steps toward building your organization’s strategy. This workshop is ideal for executive directors\, leadership staff\, and board members. \n  \nThis is a virtual workshop. \n  \nAbout the Presenter \nDiane Drollinger is the President/CEO of Network for Strong Communities (NSC)\, a statewide organization offering programs that strengthen nonprofit organizations. She has more than 30 years of experience in the community service sector and most recently served as Director of Community Partnerships at the Greater Saint Louis Community Foundation. She also founded the Drollinger Group\, a consulting practice providing strategic services for nonprofits and charitable giving counsel for private sector clients. \nDiane is particularly noted for her experience in strategic visioning\, community collaboration\, resource development and messaging. She has experience as a grant maker (Roblee Foundation\, Episcopal Presbyterian Health Trust\, Nationwide Insurance Foundation)\, corporate community partnership consultant (Panera Bread\, Time Warner Cable and various consulting clients) and nonprofit consultant in the areas of board development\, community partnerships\, resource development and marketing/messaging. \nDiane has worked with health and human service agencies\, arts organizations and community development networks. She is a sought-after presenter\, facilitator and expert in holistic community engagement. Diane has volunteered her time on numerous boards in leadership positions across the social sector. She holds a music degree in Vocal Performance from Capital University in Columbus\, Ohio. \n‌ \n  \n REGISTER HERE
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/strategy-basics-getting-ready-for-a-strategic-plan-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Workshop
CATEGORIES:Network for Strong Communities - Virtual,Strategy
ORGANIZER;CN="NSC":MAILTO:learn@nscnow.org
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SUMMARY:Strategy Basics:  Moving Your Mission Forward
DESCRIPTION:Yuck! Strategy! Wow! Strategy! You may have had both responses when it’s time to develop or update your strategy. Six months – 2 years -3 years\, 5 or 10…there are lots of ways to build strategies and lots of ways to engage (or disengage!) your board. Join us at this “get real about strategy session” where you will learn: \n\nParticipants will learn: \n\nStrategy triggers: when you should update your strategy\nWhat ground work needs to be done before you enter the planning process \nThe difference between a strategy and an operational plan\nHow to develop benchmarks that work for your organization\n\nWe’ll answer questions and share wisdom. Join us!\n\nAbout the Presenter:   Diane Drollinger \n\nDiane is the President/CEO of Network for Strong Communities (NSC)\, a statewide organization offering programs that strengthen nonprofit organizations. She has more than 30 years of experience in the community service sector and most recently served as Director of Community Partnerships at the Greater Saint Louis Community Foundation. She also founded the Drollinger Group\, a consulting practice providing strategic services for nonprofits and charitable giving counsel for private sector clients. \nDiane is particularly noted for her experience in strategic visioning\, community collaboration\, resource development and messaging. She has experience as a grant maker (Roblee Foundation\, Episcopal Presbyterian Health Trust\, Nationwide Insurance Foundation)\, corporate community partnership consultant (Panera Bread\, Time Warner Cable and various consulting clients) and nonprofit consultant in the areas of board development\, community partnerships\, resource development and marketing/messaging.\nDiane has worked with health and human service agencies\, arts organizations and community development networks. She is a sought-after presenter\, facilitator and expert in holistic community engagement. Diane has volunteered her time on numerous boards in leadership positions across the social sector. She holds a music degree in Vocal Performance from Capital University in Columbus\, Ohio.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/strategy-basics-moving-your-mission-forward-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Workshop
CATEGORIES:Strategy
ORGANIZER;CN="NSC":MAILTO:learn@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190904T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190904T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T000452
CREATED:20190425T204840Z
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SUMMARY:Strategy Basics: Moving Your Mission Forward
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn:\n\n\nThe difference between a strategy and an operational plan\n\n\nHow to determine what ground work needs to be done before you enter the planning process \n\n\nTo develop a benchmark strategy that is appropriate for your organization\n\n\nThe triggers that will cause you to update your strategy\n\n\nAbout the Presenter:   Diane Drollinger \n\nDiane is the President/CEO of Nonprofit Services Center (NSC)\, a statewide organization offering programs that strengthen nonprofit organizations. She has more than 30 years of experience in the community service sector and most recently served as Director of Community Partnerships at the Greater Saint Louis Community Foundation. She also founded the Drollinger Group\, a consulting practice providing strategic services for nonprofits and charitable giving counsel for private sector clients. \n\n\nDiane is particularly noted for her experience in strategic visioning\, community collaboration\, resource development and messaging. She has experience as a grant maker (Roblee Foundation\, Episcopal Presbyterian Health Trust\, Nationwide Insurance Foundation)\, corporate community partnership consultant (Panera Bread\, Time Warner Cable and various consulting clients) and nonprofit consultant in the areas of board development\, community partnerships\, resource development and marketing/messaging.\n\nDiane has worked with health and human service agencies\, arts organizations and community development networks. She is a sought-after presenter\, facilitator and expert in holistic community engagement. Diane has volunteered her time on numerous boards in leadership positions across the social sector. She holds a music degree in Vocal Performance from Capital University in Columbus\, Ohio.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/strategy-basics-moving-your-mission-forward-2/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Strategy
ORGANIZER;CN="NSC":MAILTO:learn@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190813T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190813T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T000452
CREATED:20190606T180240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190606T180240Z
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: nonprofit board presidents/executive directors\, board members\, nonprofit senior leadership\nMany parts of an organization must contribute to sustainability practices in order to create the fiscal stability need to accomplish its mission. This workshop will present a variety of best practices and assessment tools to help you identify strategic decisions that can be undertaken by management and the board to strengthen your organization’s sustainability.\nDuring this session learn – \n\nAvailable assessment tools to assist with evaluating the organization\, its programs\, and its capacity\nThe importance of an organization’s operating reserves and effective investment management of these funds\nEffective budgeting and financial reporting techniques to assist with organizational oversight and strategic planning\n\nAbout the Presenters:  Amy Altholz and Mary Kay Lofgren\nAmy Altholz is Partner-in-Charge of RubinBrown’s Not-For-Profit Services Group and a Partner in the Assurance Services Group. Her experience with a variety of not-for-profit clients\, which spans more than 16 years\, provides her valuable insight into the industry’s best practices.  Amy has been recipient of industry awards and is an Adjunct Accounting Faculty at Washington University.\nMary Kay Lofgren is Vice Chair of RubinBrown’s Not-For-Profit Services Group and a Partner in the Assurance Services Group.  She primarily serves clients in the nonprofit and public sector industries. Mary Kay has more than 20 years of experience working on assurance engagements in these industries\, as well as Uniform Guidance (A-133) single audits.  She frequently speaks about a variety of not-for-profit organization topics.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/nonprofit-sustainability/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Strategy
ORGANIZER;CN="NSC":MAILTO:learn@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170215T110000
DTSTAMP:20260521T000452
CREATED:20170113T205235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170113T205235Z
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SUMMARY:The Balanced Scorecard
DESCRIPTION:The balanced scorecard is a strategy performance management tool – a semi-standard structured report\, supported by design methods and automation tools that can be used by managers to keep track of the execution of activities by the staff within their control and to monitor the consequences arising from these actions. The scorecard has evolved to become an effective strategy execution framework and communication tool.\nThe balanced scorecard is now seen as a critical foundation in a holistic strategy execution process that\, besides helping organizations articulate strategy in actionable terms\, provides a road map for strategy execution\, for mobilizing and aligning executives and employees\, and making strategy a continual process. Program participants will develop a draft organizational scorecard during the workshop\, and leave with a set of tools to implement scorecard metrics in their own organization.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/the-balanced-scorecard-2/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Strategy
ORGANIZER;CN="Cassidy Flynn":MAILTO:cassidy@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160727T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160727T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T000452
CREATED:20160607T175852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160607T175852Z
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SUMMARY:Strategic Doing: Making Plans that Impact
DESCRIPTION:Tired of talking about strategic planning and ready to move on to the next step? Learn how to transform that strategic plan tome that sits on your bookshelf into something you’ll actually use. Through this session\, learn how to simplify the strategic planning process so that your organization can finally focus on action and impact.\n \nThrough this session\, participants will:\n  \n\nExplore the idea of strategic planning for impact\nLearn how to develop measurable goals and track progress\nDiscover the importance of continuous improvement\nDevelop practical application for everyday success\n\n \nAbout the presenter:\n \nBenjamin Mohler\, ACFRE\, has a keen interest in understanding the connection between culture and the practice of philanthropy in all cultures and particularly those in the developing world. His experiences working with international nonprofit organizations\, extensive international travel\, together with his graduate work at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota and leadership roles with local nonprofits combine to produce his expertise in these areas.\n \nCurrently\, he is the Assistant Vice President for Major and Planned Gifts at Eastern Kentucky University. He has served as the Vice President of Membership for the Charlotte Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP). Mohler currently serves AFP at an international level as a longstanding member of the AFP International Development Committee and chairs the Publishing Advisory Committee for the AFP Fund Development Series of John Wiley & Sons.\n\n\nFree to AFP members\n$20.00 to non-AFP members
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/strategic-doing-making-plans-that-impact/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Strategy
ORGANIZER;CN="Sherry Taylor":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160517T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160517T110000
DTSTAMP:20260521T000452
CREATED:20160425T143733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160425T143733Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/stewardship/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Strategy
ORGANIZER;CN="Cassidy Flynn":MAILTO:cassidy@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160408T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T000452
CREATED:20160317T200806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160317T200806Z
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SUMMARY:Why Can’t I Find Good People? Effective Recruiting and Interviewing Skills for Non-profit Managers
DESCRIPTION:Nonprofit organizations often lack the resources that for-profit organizations have in the field of finding and hiring new employees.  Come to this class to learn effective recruiting strategies\, as well as the dos and don’ts of effective interviewing\, tips for asking behavioral questions\, and role play and discussion. In addition to the knowledge gained and skills practiced\, participants will receive an interview guide and sample telephone screen that can be customized for your own use.\nSome of the topics to be covered include:\nRecruiting\n\nRecruiting strategy\nRetention – The Stay Interview\nCrafting solid job descriptions\nWhere and how you advertise\n\nInterviewing\n\nUnderstanding the process\nThe questions\nDos and Don’ts\nBehavioral questions\nPractice and role play\nTake-aways and how to use them\n\nInstructor Sarah Kirschner has managed people for over 20 years and has served nonprofits as a senior staff member\, a board chair and a volunteer. She is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources and has an MBA from Washington University. In addition to providing consulting services to nonprofit and corporate clients\, Sarah was a Vice President of Human Resources and has held senior operations positions that included the HR function. Sarah is currently providing consulting services to a project of the Missouri Foundation for Health\, a small nonprofit\, and a statewide organization.\nFee: $30
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/why-cant-i-find-good-people-effective-recruiting-and-interviewing-skills-for-non-profit-managers/
LOCATION:# 92 JC Penney Conference Center (UM-St. Louis North Campus)\, One University Blvd. \, St. Louis\, MO\, 63121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Strategy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160317T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160317T110000
DTSTAMP:20260521T000452
CREATED:20160108T224241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160108T224241Z
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SUMMARY:Change Readiness & Leading Towards Culture Change
DESCRIPTION:Is your church or organization in need of a change that goes beyond the surface? Are you ready to take the necessary steps to move toward a new reality? Need clarity on your role as a leader in the culture-change process? Come learn how culture impacts outreach\, and how to alter or clarify your mission\, values\, vision\, and strategy in order to engage in more effective ministry.\nGuest Speakers:\nTodd Jones is an assistant professor in the practical development department at Concordia Seminary\, St. Louis\, MO. He teaches a variety of core courses in the curriculum\, as well as elective courses in church planting and congregational revitalization. He also assists congregations as a consultant focusing on staff development\, strategic planning\, and church planting.\nMichael Zeigler is the Pastor at Epiphany Lutheran Church who is currently in the trenches\, leading his church towards a greater level of engagement in the community! He also serves part-time as an Air Force Reserve officer and as a guest instructor at Concordia Seminary\, St. Louis\, MO. \nRegister Now!
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/change-readiness-leading-towards-culture-change/
LOCATION:Lutheran Hour Ministries\, 660 Mason Ridge Center Drive\, St. louis\, MO\, 63141\, United States
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Other,Strategy
ORGANIZER;CN="Send Me St. Louis":MAILTO:info@sendmestlouis.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160302T110000
DTSTAMP:20260521T000452
CREATED:20160212T181851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160212T181851Z
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SUMMARY:Evaluating the Effectiveness of Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop:\nEvaluating the Effectiveness of Collaboration \nCollaboration has come to mean many things for today’s nonprofit\, from the coordination of service delivery among referral partners to the sustained collaboration needed for collective impact. This workshop covers the different stages of collaboration and how to evaluate both the process and outcomes that make collaborative relationships successful.\nAbout the Presenter:\nLeslie Scheuler\, PhD\nLeslie has more than 20 years’ experience in organizational consulting with specialties in assessment\, strategic planning\, program design\, data-based decision making\, and collective impact. She is a top-tier professional\, working with clients such as the US Department of State\, the Missouri Foundation for Health\, Monsanto\, and the Cardinals Care Foundation. She has a PhD in Social Science Research and a Masters in Social Work from Washington University and is the author of more than 120 published reports and articles.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/evaluating-the-effectiveness-of-collaboration/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Evaluation and Outcomes,Strategy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T000452
CREATED:20151118T222832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151118T222832Z
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SUMMARY:ALMA Workshop - Strengthening your Position as a Community Asset (Newly Rescheduled Date!)
DESCRIPTION:NOTE:  This workshop was originally scheduled for January 20th\, 2016.  Because of weather\, it has been rescheduled to February 24th\, 2016.  \nAbout the Workshop:\nStrategic Planning:  Strengthening your Position as a Community Asset\nArts organizations are always reaching for new audiences\, new revenue streams and greater impact. Funders in and outside the arts arena are stressing the importance of the arts as a community builder as well as a cultural experience. This workshop will outline a strategy process to develop these conversations in your board and stakeholders with the goal of sustainability through continued and stronger community relevance.\nAbout the Presenter:\nDiane Drollinger\nPresident/CEO\, Nonprofit Services Center\nDiane is the President/CEO of Nonprofit Services Center (NSC)\, a statewide organization offering programs that strengthen nonprofit organizations. She has more than 30 years’ experience in the community service sector and is noted for her expertise in strategic visioning\, community collaboration\, resource development and messaging.\nDiane holds a music degree in Vocal Performance from Capital University in Columbus\, Ohio.  She has taught voice\, conducted choral ensembles\, served as musical director for community theatre\, written musical reviews and is currently a church musician. She is a former arts administrator\, beginning her career as the Public Information Officer of the Greater Columbus Arts Council.  She also managed the music\, dance and visual arts programs (including the gallery) at the Leo Yassenoff Jewish Center.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/alma-workshop-strengthening-your-position-as-a-community-asset/
LOCATION:Centene Center for Arts and Education\, 3547 Olive Street\, St. Louis \, MO\, 63103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Education,Strategy
ORGANIZER;CN="Network for Strong Communities":MAILTO:amy@nonprofitservices.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160218T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T000452
CREATED:20151130T184106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151130T184106Z
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SUMMARY:The Balanced Scorecard
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop:\nThe Balanced Scorecard\nThe balanced scorecard (BSC) is a strategy performance management tool – a semi-standard structured report\, supported by design methods and automation tools\, that can be used by managers to keep track of the execution of activities by the staff within their control and to monitor the consequences arising from these actions. The BSC has evolved to become an effective strategy execution framework.\nThe BSC concept is now seen as a critical foundation in a holistic strategy execution process that\, besides helping organizations articulate strategy in actionable terms\, provides a road map for strategy execution\, for mobilizing and aligning executives and employees\, and making strategy a continual process.\nAbout the Presenter: \nKevin Drollinger \nPresident/CEO\, Epworth  \nKevin Drollinger became the President/CEO of Epworth Children & Family Services in 1994. Under his leadership Epworth has honed its agency mission\, vision and values and has made Epworth one of the largest Methodist National Mission Institutions in the country. Kevin has instituted innovative management tools to promote accountability and transparency\, and a seamless integration of strategic planning\, board governance and a senior leadership structure.\nKevin has a MSSW and a MBA from the University of Wisconsin. He also serves as Adjunct Faculty for the Webster University Business School Nonprofit program.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/the-balanced-scorecard/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Evaluation and Outcomes,Human Resources,Strategy
ORGANIZER;CN="Network for Strong Communities":MAILTO:amy@nonprofitservices.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160211T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T000452
CREATED:20160108T224241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160108T224241Z
UID:1724-1455195600-1455206400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Marketing Strategies for Social Media Campaigns
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, Feb. 11\, 2016 from 1-4 p.m. in #92 JC Penney Conference Center on the UM-St. Louis north campus \nSocial networks are becoming an integral part of the marketing mix. On these platforms\, brands can engage with prospects and consumers on many levels. In this three-hour seminar you will learn how top brands create a presence on these social networks\, understand the differences between earned\, owned and paid media\, and the various tools used to listen and engage with consumers including Hootsuite. We will also discuss crisis management\, rules of engagement\, the importance of transparency\, audiences\, content calendars\, and the various ways engagement is measured.  We will focus on the top networks including Facebook\, Twitter\, Instagram\, and LinkedIn. We’ll also cover how all of this will help you with #GiveSTL Day coming up in May 2016.\nInstructors:\nPerry Drake is an Assistant Professor of social and digital media marketing at UMSL and a published author and regular speaker.\nBrianna Smith is a well-recognized and often quoted blogger and adjunct instructor at UMSL teaching Social Media Strategy.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/marketing-strategies-for-social-media-campaigns/
LOCATION:# 92 JC Penney Conference Center (UM-St. Louis North Campus)\, One University Blvd. \, St. Louis\, MO\, 63121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising,Marketing,Strategy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160203T113000
DTSTAMP:20260521T000452
CREATED:20160108T150950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160108T150950Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Funders' Expectations for Evaluation
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop:\nUnderstanding Funders’ Expectations for Evaluation\nThere are many reasons for a nonprofit to evaluate its performance and outcomes\, including gathering the information that helps in serving the community as effectively as possible and also enabling the organization to report on its impact to funders\, board members and other stakeholders. This workshop helps attendees understand the evaluation vocabulary typically used by funders (like the difference between outcomes\, indicators and measures) and also how to develop a straightforward approach to measuring and reporting on impact that aligns with funders’ expectations.\nAbout the Presenter:\nLeslie Scheuler\, PhD\nLeslie has more than 20 years’ experience in organizational consulting with specialties in assessment\, strategic planning\, program design\, data-based decision making\, and collective impact. She is a top-tier professional\, working with clients such as the US Department of State\, the Missouri Foundation for Health\, Monsanto\, and the Cardinals Care Foundation. She has a PhD in Social Science Research and a Masters in Social Work from Washington University and is the author of more than 120 published reports and articles.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/understanding-funders-expectations-for-evaluation/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Development,Evaluation and Outcomes,Fundraising,Grant Writing,Strategy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160128T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160128T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T000452
CREATED:20151217T204502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151217T204502Z
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SUMMARY:The Feasibility Study - Understanding and Using This Important Tool For Your Nonprofit Organization
DESCRIPTION:The basic function of the Planning and Feasibility Study is to determine how well positioned the organization is to achieve the traditional standards and hallmarks associated with a successful fundraising campaign program. An effective use of the study process can uncover ways and means to lead organizations to success\, even when the challenges may appear daunting or ambitious. Feasibility studies are often used in relation to a particular campaign\, but this tool can also be used to inform and advance other philanthropic capacity building efforts. Come to this class to learn more about how feasibility studies work\, and how your nonprofit can employ this important tool to help advance your development goals.\nInstructor Dan Reynolds began his career in the independent sector with a low-income housing organization in Chicago. Prior to joining HRA in 1999 he was a Director with Doorways\, an inter-faith residence in St. Louis serving people with HIV/AIDS.\nIn his Leadership Role with HRA Dan has conducted numerous planning and feasibility studies\, written many fund development plans\, directed annual fund programs and led highly successful capital campaigns raising millions of dollars with his clients in the Midwest.\nDan earned bachelor’s degrees in Latin American Studies and International Relations from the University of Wisconsin and a master’s degree in Public Policy Administration with a certificate in nonprofit management and leadership from the University of Missouri-St. Louis\, where he graduated with honors. Dan has served as Board Member to the St. Louis Regional Chapter of the Association of Fund Raising Professionals. Dan is an adjunct instructor at Washington University for Nonprofits and Philanthropy.\nClick to register!
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/the-feasibility-study-understanding-and-using-this-important-tool-for-your-nonprofit-organization/
LOCATION:# 92 JC Penney Conference Center (UM-St. Louis North Campus)\, One University Blvd. \, St. Louis\, MO\, 63121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Evaluation and Outcomes,Fundraising,Strategy
ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Sise":MAILTO:sised@umsl.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160121T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160121T173000
DTSTAMP:20260521T000452
CREATED:20151230T143255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151230T143255Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160107T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160107T173000
DTSTAMP:20260521T000452
CREATED:20151230T142915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151230T142915Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20151211T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20151211T100000
DTSTAMP:20260521T000452
CREATED:20151123T223124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151123T223124Z
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Presidents' Council:  December Session - The Relationship Between the Board and the ED
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop:\nNonprofit Presidents’ Council:  The Relationship Between the ED and the Board\nThe quality of the relationship between an organization’s board and its executive director sets not only the agenda\, but the tone for an organization.  Establishing clear lines of communication\, adeptly navigating relationships\, and setting standards for leadership between board members and the executive director is integral for the long-term success of an organization.  Whether you’re a board member or executive director\, join us for a FREE panel discussion hosted by regional nonprofit board chairs and executive directors exploring this relationship and critical questions\, such as:\n·        How do you lead as a board member when the ED is in charge of day-to-day operations?\n·        How do you most effectively communicate with your ED?\n·        What are the best ways to clarify expectations of the board to the ED?\n·        How do you manage the possible dynamics around board members who have a friendship with the ED prior to onboarding?\n·        How does the board manage requests from individual board members for the ED?\n·        What is a healthy way for the board to interact with the staff?\n·        What is the best board accountability model? How does this impact the ED?\n·        When a crisis occurs\, who leads? The board chair or the ED?\n·        What is the best model for strategy development between board and staff?\n·        How do you coordinate community networking amongst board members and the ED?\n·        How do you plan for succession?\nPanelists:   \n\nDiane Drollinger\, President/CEO\, NSC (Session Moderator)\nAnn Plunkett\, Board President\, NSC\nKathy Doellefeld-Clancy\, Executive Director\, The Joseph H. & Florence A. Roblee Foundation\nBill Newbold\, Board of Trustees Chairman\, Our Little Haven\n\nAbout the Nonprofit Presidents’ Council:\nThe Nonprofit Presidents’ Council is a quarterly program series designed for nonprofit board presidents\, board members\, and executive directors.  These hour-and-a-half morning presentations create a common spacec where nonprofit leaders can meet peers\, discuss best practices\, and share challenges.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/nonprofit-presidents-council-december-session-the-relationship-between-the-board-and-the-ed/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Development,Strategy
ORGANIZER;CN="Network for Strong Communities":MAILTO:amy@nonprofitservices.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20151110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20151110T110000
DTSTAMP:20260521T000452
CREATED:20151009T175025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151009T175025Z
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SUMMARY:Laser-Focused Development: Building Successful Development in Small Shops
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\nLaser-Focused Development:  Building Successful Development in Small Shops\nRaising funds in a small shop with limited resources can be a challenge – but it CAN be done!  With a “laser focus” on using the best and most affordable techniques\, the one-person shop can set and reach development goals that will drive your agency toward success.  Learn to 1) choose the methods that are right for your agency\, 2) set quantifiable goals that stretch the agency AND produce much-needed funding\, 3) educate and engage leaders on the realities of the development process.  When you optimize your fund development resources\, both personal and financial\, and learn to prioritize the best fund development strategies\, your results will begin to match your effort!\nAbout the Presenter:\nLinda B. Haley\, CFRE\nPrincipal | Let’s Build Hope\, LLC\nSince 1995\, Linda has successfully developed funds\, helping to raise more than $100 million for various non-profits\, including religious\, social services\, educational\, and healthcare organizations.\nShe coordinated the annual fund efforts of nine major ministries of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod and then provided leadership on a $440 million campaign.  Linda led Advancement Services’ efforts for McKendree University before moving to Zielinski Companies to work as a fund development consultant.  There\, Linda directed a team of three senior consultants and created popular development products\, increasing sales revenue by 658% during her five-year tenure.\nLinda moved into the social services realm in 2006\, serving as Chief Development Officer for TouchPoint Autism Services and growing fund development revenue by 271% in five years.  Linda became CDO for Youth Learning Center\, where she led her own one-person shop and built the development program from the ground up!  Realizing a long-time dream\, Linda started Let’s Build Hope\, LLC\, in 2013.  She now works closely with various nonprofit agencies\, teaching\, coaching\, and mentoring development officers\, staff at all levels\, and volunteer leaders\, especially Board members.\nLinda obtained her CFRE credential in 2001\, maintaining it for 14 years and now facilitating the CFRE Review Course in St. Louis.  She serves in various volunteer capacities with non-profits in St. Louis\, including as a Marketing Committee member for Mental Health America of Eastern Missouri and on the Conference and Sponsorship Committees of AFP St. Louis.  Linda writes and speaks regularly about fund development and has been published in The Major Gifts Report and Successful Fundraising.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/laser-focused-development-building-successful-development-in-small-shops/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising,Strategy
ORGANIZER;CN="Network for Strong Communities":MAILTO:amy@nonprofitservices.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20151029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20151029T103000
DTSTAMP:20260521T000452
CREATED:20151007T195404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151007T195404Z
UID:1532-1446109200-1446114600@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Central 4 Fundraiser$: Fall 2015 Update
DESCRIPTION:Any nonprofit professionals and interested volunteers are invited to this overview of the latest free resources and services for fundraisers available at St. Louis Public’s Central Library including:\n1)    recent Foundation Center and other subscription database upgrades providing information about grantmakers and/or potential individual donors\,\n2)    recommendations of  free research websites and online learning opportunities to help you keep up with trending mission\, finance and/or leadership issues affecting your requests for funds\, And\n3)    meet contact links with local professional groups working to improve  the sector\, including the Greater St. Louis Community Foundation\, NSC\, AFP\, CSPRC\, GPA\, NPML & YNPN.\nCoffee\, tea and light refreshments will be provided. Because the program will begin before Central Library is officially open to the public\, PREREGISTRATION for this FREE Event is required.  Call 314-539-0357 or register online at slplgfcnews.blogspot.com\n 
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/central-4-fundraiser-fall-2015-update/
LOCATION:Central Library SLPL\, 1301 Olive St.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Development,Evaluation and Outcomes,Finance,Fundraising,Grant Writing,Human Resources,Leadership,Marketing,Strategy,Volunteer
ORGANIZER;CN="Kimberley Parks":MAILTO:kparks@slpl.org
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