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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191112T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191112T131500
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SUMMARY:Life Beyond the Press Release: Telling Your Story\, Your Way\, Using Today's Tools
DESCRIPTION:Remember when the only way we as marketing professionals had to communicate was to send a press release and pitch/wait on the media to possibly cover your event/story? Fast forward to 2019 and there are so many ways to share your organization’s story/message/mission that it’s hard to keep up with it all. The beautiful thing is that now we have the opportunity to share our story\, our way\, and on multiple platforms\, engaging multiple audiences.\nShuntae Shields Ryan is Vice President\, Marketing & Communications for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis and oversees communications\, branding\, public relations and marketing initiatives for the organization placing emphasis on building Club awareness\, locally and regionally\, in order to highlight the impact the Clubs are making in the community and the lives of kids ages 6-18. Shuntae has spent 100% of her professional career serving her own community\, the one she was born and raised in\, St. Louis\, MO. Prior to joining the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis in August 2013\, Shuntae was Senior Director of Marketing & Communications at the Partnership for Downtown St. Louis for seventeen years where she played an intricate role in the revitalization of Downtown St. Louis. Her job\, simply put\, was to promote\, market and communicate the great things happening in Downtown St. Louis\, regionally and nationally. Click here to read more.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/life-beyond-the-press-release-telling-your-story-your-way-using-todays-tools/
LOCATION:Maggiano’s Little Italy\, 2 The Boulevard\, Richmond Heights\, MO\, 63117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing
ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Marketers Network":MAILTO:csprc@qabs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191112T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
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:20191112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190716T194716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190716T194716Z
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SUMMARY:Logic Models and Theory of Change
DESCRIPTION:Logic models and theories of change come in a variety of shapes and sizes\, but they don’t need to be overly complicated. In fact\, having a basic\, easy-to-follow logic model/theory of change is one of the best steps your program can take for effective planning\, evaluation\, and communications for funders\, board members\, and other stakeholders. This workshop presents the what\, how\, and why of these tools with time for attendees to start fresh logic models or work on enhancements to existing ones\, followed by time to ask questions that are specific to individual programs/organizations.  \nAbout the Presenter: Leslie Scheuler\, Ph.D. \nLeslie has worked as a consultant\, trainer and researcher with nonprofit organizations\, educational and arts/cultural institutions\, grant-makers and businesses for more than 25 years to support them in positive impacts for clients\, other stakeholders\, and communities. With degrees in music\, social work and social science research\, Leslie’s work has been funded by the Missouri Foundation for Health\, the Incarnate Word Foundation\, the Jefferson Memorial Community Foundation\, the Regional Arts Commission\, the St. Louis County Children’s Services Fund\, the Missouri Arts Council\, the U.S. Department of State\, the U.S. Department of Education\, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services\, the Ford Foundation\, and the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation (among others). Her international experience includes projects in Cameroon\, South Africa\, Honduras\, the Philippines\, Thailand\, Azerbaijan\, Macedonia\, Israel\, Morocco\, and Indonesia.\nLeslie received her PhD in social science research as well as her MSW from the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis. In addition to human services\, public health and community change\, Leslie’s special interests include community-based arts and outreach\, arts education\, and cultural exchange/arts diplomacy.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/logic-models-and-theory-of-change/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Evaluation and Outcomes
ORGANIZER;CN="NSC":MAILTO:learn@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T170000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190716T193831Z
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SUMMARY:Moving Toward Higher Performing\, Energized Boards\, Committees and Board-Executive Relations
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to strengthen your board and committees’ effectiveness and contribution to organizational success\, while forging a more satisfying\, effective board-executive relationship?\nDo you wish you could organize your board\, executive\, and staff responsibilities and relationships to best suit your organization’s size and resources?\nDoes each of these parties’ roles\, work and relations need to change to align with a transition or a changing stage in your organization’s development?\nDo you wish board and committee work\, for both their members and the staff supporting them\, could be more productive and fulfilling?\nThis workshop is designed for staff executives\, board leaders and members\, or people aspiring to such roles who want to find answers to these questions.  To enable them to successfully address these questions \, participants will take away a practical framework\, methods\, and tools that the workshop leader has created and are utilized nationally by board development trainers and consultants. It will be a participatory learning experience\, mixing exercises\, small and full group discussion\, presentations\, and panel discussion.\nThe workshop will be led by John McClusky\, PhD.\, who has worked with several hundred boards and executives across all mission domains (arts and culture\, health\, social services\, education\, community development\, religion\, civic leadership\, etc.) and sizes (from United Way of America to all volunteer community organizations). Board-executive development programs he has designed or co-designed and directed have received national recognition. He has served on numerous boards regionally and nationally and been a nonprofit executive at both levels.\nAdditionally\, a group of exemplary local nonprofit board and executive leaders will serve as panelists or small group facilitators. Each of these local leaders will be highly successful\, exemplary nonprofit executives and/or board leaders who have extensive experience relating to this subject.\n Workshop Objectives for Participants: \n\nTo understand the roles and responsibilities of your board and chief staff officer (CSO)/executive best suited to achieving a highly effective\, satisfying board and CSO relationship\nTo learn and practice using methods and tools for strengthening how board\, committee\, and individual board members can act with greater motivation and productivity\nTo learn a variety of perspectives from highly effective\, local board and staff leaders about how to achieve these objectives\nTo share with peers both challenges and successes in strengthening your board and committee performance and engagement\n\nJohn McClusky will be the primary presenter. He will be joined by three local panelists who will help him on select topics and work with break-out discussion groups. The panelists are highly successful\, exemplary nonprofit executives and board leaders who have extensive experience about this subject.\nJohn McClusky is a consultant\, educator\, and author of nonprofit leadership and has worked locally\, nationally\, and internationally with hundreds of NPOs and thousands of nonprofit leaders. In particular\, he has trained and consulted with a vast range of nonprofit organizations on governance and boards\, from redesigning United Way of America’s board training program for most of its chapters around the country to small neighborhood organizations across all mission domains ( social services\, education\, health\, arts and culture\, community development \, the environment\, civic and community leadership\, etc.). He was the founding director of  academic programs in nonprofit  leadership at two universities\, the most recent being  the Nonprofit Management and Leadership Program (NPML) at the University of Missouri-St. Louis from 1993-2008.\nJohn was a nonprofit organization executive for more than 20 years\, including program executive at the Danforth Foundation\, regional chief executive and national president of the Coro Foundation\, vice chancellor for external relations at UM-St. Louis\, and academic vice president of The Washington (D.C.) Center\, a national higher education institution. Additionally\, John has held extensive board leadership roles locally and nationally\, including United Way of Greater St. Louis Volunteer Center\, Blackburn College\, Illinois\, St. Patrick Center\, St. Louis\, Missouri School for the Blind\, the St. Louis Nonprofit Services Consortium\, and the Nonprofit Academic Centers Council (the international association of academic programs in nonprofit studies).\nJohn acquired his B.A. from Cornell University and his M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of California-Berkeley.  He is the recipient of numerous academic and professional awards\, and an author of numerous publications on nonprofit organizational leadership\, governance\, effectiveness and capacity building.\nClick here to register for Moving Toward Higher Performing\, Energized Boards\, Committees and Board-Executive Relations!
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/moving-toward-higher-performing-energized-boards-committees-and-board-executive-relations/
LOCATION:402 J. C. Penney Conference Center (UM-St.Louis – North Campus)\, One University Blvd.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Development
ORGANIZER;CN="UMSL Nonprofit Management and Leadership Program":MAILTO:sised@umsl.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191106T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191106T120000
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CREATED:20190624T161716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190624T161716Z
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SUMMARY:Interpersonal Challenges in Volunteer Management
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers are crucial to your nonprofit organization’s success\, supporting your mission with their time\, resources\, connections\, and more. But working with volunteers can also pose some serious interpersonal challenges. In this interactive workshop\, we will learn best practices for managing the most difficult interpersonal challenges that volunteer coordinators often face\, including: \n\nCreating and enforcing clear expectations for volunteer behavior\nDesigning a corrective action plan for volunteers\nWhen and how to fire or retire a volunteer\nMyths about “problem” volunteers\nHow to address divisions/cliques among volunteers\nHow to address conflicts between volunteers\nHow to manage specific difficult volunteer behaviors such as:\n\nVolunteers who take too much ownership or are territorial\nVolunteers who “know better” than everyone else about how things should be done\nVolunteers who resist change and/or authority\nVolunteers who sabotage\, gossip\, or undermine\nVolunteers who consider themselves above the rules\nVolunteers who are consistently negative and drain enthusiasm\nVolunteers who harass\, bully\, or intimidate others\nVolunteers who have issues with boundaries/appropriate behavior\nVolunteers who overload themselves to the point of burnout\n\n\n\nIf you want to address the real interpersonal challenges of volunteer management\, this workshop is for you!\nAbout the Presenter: Julie Strassman\, M.Div.\nJulie Strassman is an experienced volunteer engagement professional and educator\, dedicated to helping organizations build mutually beneficial relationships with volunteers. She currently works as the Volunteer Coordinator with Bethesda Hospice Care\, where she has increased volunteer participation by 66% since 2018. Previously\, she worked with Kingdom House\, where she achieved volunteer engagement goals such as a 78% increase in volunteer groups over 2 years. She passionately believes in engaging volunteers for the improvement of nonprofit organizations and the communities they serve.\nJulie currently volunteers as the VP of Programming for the Metropolitan Volunteer Management Association (MVMA)\, and previously served two consecutive terms on the Certification Committee for the United Way of Greater St. Louis’ Volunteer Center. She has presented workshops and webinars on volunteer engagement best practices for many nonprofit organizations\, including Network for Strong Communities\, We Raise Foundation (previously Wheat Ridge Ministries)\, Cover Missouri Coalition\, Missouri Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence\, Community Service Public Relations Council\, Send Me St. Louis/Lutheran Foundation of St. Louis\, and the St. Louis Episcopal Service Corps. Julie has a Master’s of Divinity from Eden Theological Seminary and is currently pursuing her doctorate.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/interpersonal-challenges-in-volunteer-management/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
ORGANIZER;CN="NSC":MAILTO:learn@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191105T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191105T140000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20191024T143155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191024T143155Z
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Overtime Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Nonprofit Overtime Webinar\nOn Tuesday\, November 5 at 3:00 pm Eastern\, the networks of the National Council of Nonprofits are hosting a national presentation to help all in the charitable community understand what the Overtime Final Rule means to nonprofit operations and missions\, and what nonprofits should be doing now to prepare. We will be joined by officials from the U.S. Department of Labor and experts from groups representing workers and employers who will present their unique perspectives and answer questions from nonprofits. \nLabor Department Issues Overtime Final Rule\nOn Sept. 24\, the U.S. Department of Labor announced its Overtime Final Rule that adjusts the salary level test\, part of a three-part test for determining when white-collar workers are exempt or must be paid overtime for working more than 40 hours in a week. The new rule raises the salary threshold for the white-collar exemption from overtime pay to $684 per week ($35\,568 per year)\, up from the current level of $455/week ($23\,660 per year). Effective January 1\, 2020\, the Final Rule also raises the salary threshold for highly compensated employees who are exempt from FLSA overtime pay requirements from $100\,000 per year to $107\,432 per year and allows employers to satisfy up to 10 percent of the standard salary level by using nondiscretionary bonuses and incentive payments. \nSpeakers\nDerrick Witherspoon and Sirena Bazile-Cox\nU.S. Department of Labor\nCatherine Ruckelshaus\, Esq.\nNational Employment Law Project\nJennifer Prozinski\, Esq.\nVenable Law Firm\nModerator: David L. Thompson\, Esq\nNational Council of Nonprofits
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/nonprofit-overtime-webinar/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Human Resources
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191030T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191030T110000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20191024T142318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191024T142318Z
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SUMMARY:Making the Most of Year-End Asks
DESCRIPTION:If you think the song “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” is about the holidays\, think again!  It’s about fundraising!!  Did you know that most money donated each year from individuals comes during the months of November and December?  And\, the major of that comes in the last couple days of the year? \nIt’s an amazing time to get moving.  Join us for a fun\, interactive discussion on practical things we can do to increase communications with our donors to inspire last minute gifts. \nAbout the Presenter:  Wendy Dyer\nWendy has enjoyed working with hundreds of nonprofits in more than two decades 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.”  She is currently helping to manage $80 million in projects across the region.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/making-the-most-of-year-end-asks/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="NSC":MAILTO:learn@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T100000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190917T170054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190917T170054Z
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SUMMARY:Ethics Doesn't Have to be Scary!
DESCRIPTION:Price:\n\n$10 – AFP Members\n$20 – Non-members \nAgenda:\n8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – Registration/networking\n9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. – Presentation\n9:45 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. – Q&A \nAbout the Program\nEthics can seem more frightening than Dracula and Frankenstein\, but they don’t need to! You’ll hear from some of our local leaders about what they’ve learned\, test yourself with a few scenarios\, and leave armed with AFP’s full resources and the knowledge you need to avoid being the next horror story. Spooky treats included. \nAbout the Speakers\nLarry Hostetler \nLarry Hostetler is the Senior Donor Relations Director for The Salvation Army in St. Louis\, Missouri. He has been with The Salvation Army in St. Louis since 2016. \nPreviously he served AFP as the Chapter Services Director for the Western U.S.  His territory included 67 chapters in the western U.S.\, from Minnesota south to Louisiana and west to include Alaska and Hawaii.\nPrior to joining AFP as a staff member\, Larry’s career in fundraising had spanned three decades\, and communities from coast to coast.\nHis service to AFP has also been varied. He has served on Chapter Boards in medium\, large\, and small chapters (in that order) and was Chapter President of the award-winning Yosemite Chapter in California from 2008-2010. He has also served on AFP International committees\, chairing the Chapter Support Subcommittee in the Membership Division.\nJim Schallom\nJim Schallom\, MPPA\, CFRE\, is Senior Director of Development at the University of Missouri-St. Louis where he is responsible for all capital\, endowment\, program\, and scholarship fundraising for the College of Business Administration. He has 15 years of comprehensive experience in nonprofit fundraising and leadership. Prior roles have included Director of Resource Development for Sherwood Forest\, Director of Development for Missouri & Indiana at College Summit\, and Membership Director for the Saint Louis Science Center.\nJim has served on the AFP St. Louis Board of Directors for six years and is currently Chapter President. He holds a BA in Education and Certificate in Business Administration from Saint Louis University and a Masters of Public Policy Administration and Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management and Leadership from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. Jim earned designation as a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) in 2014 and was recognized by AFP St. Louis as Outstanding Young Professional at National Philanthropy Day in 2015.\nJackie Hamilton \nJackie’s role at the St. Louis County Library is to plan\, develop and implement strategic fundraising programs to support the library’s commitment of promoting reading and literacy as well as to manage the St. Louis County Library Foundation.\nJackie enjoys and believes strongly in building lasting relationships in order to meet the growing needs of the community her organization serves. The St. Louis County Library Foundation is committed to enhancing and enriching the library’s educational and cultural mission by securing financial support beyond public funding; sponsoring programs and special projects\, and serving as a library ambassador.\nPrior to joining St. Louis County Library\, Jackie served as the Chief Development Officer of Beyond Housing\, Inc.\, a non-profit community development organization in St. Louis\, MO for five years. She led a team of six and was responsible for setting the strategic direction of the philanthropy/fund development arm of the organization.  She worked to ensure the organization was healthy\, which was inclusive of fundraising\, board and volunteer management as well as grants and event oversight. Her focus was to sustain their $17 million operating budget while helping to grow the $110 million of company assets.  In her five-year tenure\, working side by side with CEO Chris Krehmeyer\, she and her team raised over $30 million.\nFormer positions are the Director of Development for Eden Seminary and consultant for Oasis and Vi-Jon Laboratories.\nJackie is a proud member of The Links\, Incorporated Gateway IL Chapter. In 2014\, the Gateway Metropolitan Section of the National Council of Negro Women Inc. recognized Jackie as an outstanding leader.\nA strong advocate for women and human rights\, Jackie served on the board of Planned Parenthood of the St. Louis Region for 12 years\, with eight of those years serving as Development Committee Chair.  Currently she serves on the education committee.\nJackie is a St. Louis native who completed her undergraduate work at UM-St. Louis and her postgraduate studies at Lindenwood University. She received her Financial Management Certification from Neighbor Works America and will receive her Certificate in Business Management for Non-Profit Leaders  from Washington University Olin Business School this October.\nJackie is a proud graduate of Focus Leadership St. Louis and Our Community Listens and is honored to serve as a “BIG” with Big Brothers and Big Sisters.\nJackie is an avid tennis player\, she stays active by skiing\, golfing and has a strong affinity to travel. She strongly believes that travel is an important aspect of life and should be an integral part of everyone’s educational experience.  She enjoys helping others plan trips that create ongoing learning opportunities.\nJackie said that giving back has always been a part of her DNA.  Having a love for fund development\, I try to engage\, mentor and share any knowledge I have of this industry.  My first real job out of college I received a mini plaque from my dad that said\, there are three kinds of people\, those who make things happen\, those who watch things happen and those who wonder what happened.\nMy family\, friends and colleagues will all concur that I am one of action who has to make things happen.\nRachel D’Souza-Siebert\, MPPA\nRachelD’Souza-Siebert\, MPPA is at her best when she’s reimagining\, rebuilding and risk-taking. In 2008\, Rachel left for-profit retail leadership for the nonprofit sector.  She started her nonprofit career with Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis and enhanced her skillset as the founding Director of Development at St. Louis Language Immersion Schools. Rachel‘s ability to cultivate relationships\, earn trust and drive results contributed to her success in her former roles. Rachel is a passionate advocate for collaboration\, racial equity\, justice philanthropy and community/ movement-centered fundraising. Since founding Gladiator Consulting in 2015\, Rachel has worked with Funders\, Executive Directors\, Board Committees and Development staff of grassroots/grass-tops organizations to reimagine strategy\, fund development and partnership for the unique challenges that face our community.\nRachel earned her BA with honors from Loyola University Chicago and then went on to complete a Master’s Degree in Public Policy Administration and Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management and Leadership from the University of Missouri – St. Louis.  In 2012\, the Association of Fundraising Professionals honored Rachel with their inaugural Outstanding Young Professional Award. She is also proud alumna of FOCUS Leadership St. Louis Class 38. Rachel sits on the board of the Emerging Practitioners in Philanthropy and volunteers with American Heart Association\, City Garden Montessori School\, and the Community Builders Network. Rachel lives in the Shaw neighborhood with her husband\, two young children (who always keep her on her toes!) and a Westie named Mowgli.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/ethics-doesnt-have-to-be-scary/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T170000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20191029T200922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191029T200922Z
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SUMMARY:Employment Handbook  Must Haves
DESCRIPTION:This engaging class will cover key HR topics\, with a focus on the essential employment policies a non-profit needs to include in its handbook. Topics will include discrimination/retaliation policies and reporting procedures\, leave policies\, copyright and trademark issues\, and policies related to performance evaluations and employee discipline.\nInstructor Mollie G. Mohan practices law with the law firm of Tueth Keeney Cooper Mohan and Jackstadt. Her practice focuses primarily on the areas of labor & employment and higher education\, with an emphasis on litigation and appeals.\nInstructor Kylie S. Piatt also practices law with the law firm of Tueth Keeney Cooper Mohan and Jackstadt. Her practice focuses primarily on the areas of education\, school litigation\, and labor and employment law.\nFor more about these presenters\, visit: https://www.tuethkeeney.com
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/employment-handbook-must-haves-2/
LOCATION:#410 Social Science and Business (SSB) Building\, 1 University Dr.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63121
CATEGORIES:Human Resources
ORGANIZER;CN="UMSL Nonprofit Management and Leadership Program":MAILTO:sised@umsl.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190618T174253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190618T174253Z
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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:20191017T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191017T190000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190917T165840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190917T165840Z
UID:3984-1571333400-1571338800@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Diversity and Inclusion: What the Work Looks Like
DESCRIPTION:We have a Diversity and Inclusion committee!!! Now what?\nMost organizations these days have a Diversity and Inclusion committee…. That’s great\, but what comes next? This is the tricky part that most organizations fall down on – what and how do we do the actual work?  During this session\, we will explore pitfalls and bumps in the road that others face when embarking on this work and learn how to avoid and continue to push forward.\nAttendees will learn the following: \n\nHow to stand up a strong Diversity and Inclusion working committee within their organization\nBest practices for embedding Diversity and Inclusion in the organization\nHow to bring your employees/members along for the journey\n\nAbout the Speakers\nRaina McNutt\, member of the Junior League of St. Louis since 2008\, is serving her second year as the Chair of the Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion Board Committee. Her passion for the League’s mission and commitment to Diversity and Inclusion has led her to realize the profound benefit and need for this work. She enjoys spending her free time exploring St. Louis with her three girls and going to concerts with her friends.\nCarrie Crompton graduated with a degree in Business Administration from Saint Mary’s College of California in 1999 and graduated from law school in 2004.  During law school\, she studied abroad in Madrid\, Spain.  Studying abroad provided a wonderful opportunity to learn about other cultures and immerse herself in a foreign language. She is currently pursuing her Masters in Public Policy Administration with an concentration in Nonprofit Management and Leadership.\nAfter working in the legal field for several years\, Carrie transitioned to a career in the nonprofit industry in St. Louis\, mostly within the US Au Pair sector.\nCarrie Crompton has been a proud member of the Junior League of Saint Louis for over 15 years. During her tenure at the JLSL\, she has managed all things operationally and strategically. In her current role as President\, she oversees the strategic management of the organization and the Board of Governance.\nShe has previously sat on the Boards for Caring Solutions\, on several local non-profit boards\, at this point in her personal life\, her main volunteering is done with the Junior League of St. Louis and her children’s school. At her children’s school\, she is a proud Room Mom\, Communications Chair of the Athletic Association\, PTA Board member\, Family Dance Chair\, and even coached the Kindergarten and 1st grade track team!  She is very involved in the Moms Club of Saint Louis City (part of Moms Club International) and sat on the Board from 2012-2014 and currently\, as the Vice-President.\nShe lives in Lafayette Square with her three young sons – Rand (8)\, Greyson (6)\, and Ford (4).  They recently adopted 4 baby hens and have created the Chick Inn in their backyard.  The boys also love to garden fresh food with mom.  Fresh eggs and veggies for all! \n\nTickets:\n$10.00 AFP Member \n$20.00 Non-AFP Member \n\nAgenda:\n5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Registration/networking\n6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. – Presentation\n6:45 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.  – Q&A
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/diversity-and-inclusion-what-the-work-looks-like/
LOCATION:Schlafly Bottleworks \, 7260 Southwest Avenue\, Maplewood\, MO\, 63143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191016T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190716T194433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190716T194433Z
UID:3880-1571216400-1571227200@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Program Evaluation and Outcomes for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:This workshop answers basic questions about outcome-based evaluation and provides attendees with a user-friendly framework for making progress. These questions include: Why spend time on evaluation? What are appropriate outcomes for our work? How can we measure our outcomes in a way that is affordable\, and most importantly\, manageable\, so it doesn’t detract from what we do to fulfill our mission? If you’re just getting started or need some helpful hints\, this interactive workshop is the one for you. \nAbout the Presenter: Leslie Scheuler\, Ph.D.\nLeslie has worked as a consultant\, trainer and researcher with nonprofit organizations\, educational and arts/cultural institutions\, grant-makers and businesses for more than 25 years to support them in positive impacts for clients\, other stakeholders\, and communities. With degrees in music\, social work and social science research\, Leslie’s work has been funded by the Missouri Foundation for Health\, the Incarnate Word Foundation\, the Jefferson Memorial Community Foundation\, the Regional Arts Commission\, the St. Louis County Children’s Services Fund\, the Missouri Arts Council\, the U.S. Department of State\, the U.S. Department of Education\, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services\, the Ford Foundation\, and the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation (among others). Her international experience includes projects in Cameroon\, South Africa\, Honduras\, the Philippines\, Thailand\, Azerbaijan\, Macedonia\, Israel\, Morocco\, and Indonesia.\nLeslie received her PhD in social science research as well as her MSW from the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis. In addition to human services\, public health and community change\, Leslie’s special interests include community-based arts and outreach\, arts education\, and cultural exchange/arts diplomacy.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/program-evaluation-and-outcomes-for-beginners/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Evaluation and Outcomes
ORGANIZER;CN="NSC":MAILTO:learn@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191015T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191015T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190716T194603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190716T194603Z
UID:3882-1571130000-1571140800@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Developing Performance Measures and Evaluation Plans for Complex Proposals
DESCRIPTION:Federal grants are notoriously complicated. Definitions and requirements for goals\, objectives\, impact\, outcomes\, indicators\, performance measures\, and similar terms are not always consistent\, nor are expectations for what grantees must do to measure and report on their progress. Large foundations and grants from local\, regional and state governmental entities may pose similar challenges. This workshop is intended for development and program staff who work on complex grant proposals to assist in navigating application requirements and coming up with no-nonsense plans to meet funders’ expectations. \nAbout the Presenter: Leslie Scheuler\, Ph.D.\nLeslie has worked as a consultant\, trainer and researcher with nonprofit organizations\, educational and arts/cultural institutions\, grant-makers and businesses for more than 25 years to support them in positive impacts for clients\, other stakeholders\, and communities. With degrees in music\, social work and social science research\, Leslie’s work has been funded by the Missouri Foundation for Health\, the Incarnate Word Foundation\, the Jefferson Memorial Community Foundation\, the Regional Arts Commission\, the St. Louis County Children’s Services Fund\, the Missouri Arts Council\, the U.S. Department of State\, the U.S. Department of Education\, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services\, the Ford Foundation\, and the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation (among others). Her international experience includes projects in Cameroon\, South Africa\, Honduras\, the Philippines\, Thailand\, Azerbaijan\, Macedonia\, Israel\, Morocco\, and Indonesia.\nLeslie received her PhD in social science research as well as her MSW from the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis. In addition to human services\, public health and community change\, Leslie’s special interests include community-based arts and outreach\, arts education\, and cultural exchange/arts diplomacy.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/developing-performance-measures-and-evaluation-plans-for-complex-proposals/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Evaluation and Outcomes
ORGANIZER;CN="NSC":MAILTO:learn@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191010T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191010T170000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190723T152556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T152556Z
UID:3888-1570716000-1570726800@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Focus on Fraud: Prevention and Detection Measures for  Nonprofit Organizations
DESCRIPTION:News 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* Prevalence of Fraud and Recent Examples of Fraud\n* Common Types of Fraud Schemes\n* Red Flags\n* Preventive and Detective Internal Controls\n* Investigating Potential Frauds \nInstructor Christina Solomon is a Partner in Rubin Brown’s Business Advisory Services Group. As a financial forensics expert\, she performs forensic accounting analysis and fraud investigations.\nInstructor Mary Kay Lundgren is a Partner in RubinBrown’s Assurance Services Group. She also serves as a Vice Chair of the Not-For-Profit Services Group. She primarily serves clients in the nonprofit and public sector industries.\nFor more about these presenters\, visit: http://www.rubinbrown.com/
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/focus-on-fraud-prevention-and-detection-measures-for-nonprofit-organizations-3/
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="UMSL Nonprofit Management and Leadership Program":MAILTO:sised@umsl.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191009T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191009T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190606T181618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190606T181618Z
UID:3810-1570611600-1570622400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Public Speaking: Present with Power\, Poise & Punch!
DESCRIPTION:Whether a beginner\, intermediate or advanced presenter\, we can all benefit from improved public speaking skills.  The better your public speaking\, the greater your success – in business and in life!  Giving an effective presentation is all about connecting with your audience.  It’s showing your passion\, sharing stories and keeping it simple.  This workshop will help get your audience listening to your every word while exuding poise\, power and punch.\nYou will learn how to:  \n\nFormat Your Presentations- Keep it simple with a four-step approach\nThe Golden Triangle- Nancy will outline the three essentials of what it takes to become a spectular presenter\nGRABM – Discover effective techniques to start and end your talk\nSizzle –  Learn ideas to keep your audience interested\nNonverbal Skills –  Participants will understand a variety of important nonverbal skills to enhance their presentation\nNervous? –  Nancy shares ways to ban the butterflies\nVoice Checklist – The voice says it all.  Participants will gain an understanding of effective voice tips\nPowerPoint Quick Tips – Participants will learn the good\, the bad and the ugly when using PowerPoint slides\nWrap-Up – Participants will have an opportunity to ask questions and complete an action plan\n\nAbout the Presenter:  Nancy Schnoebelen Imbs\nNancy is an empowering leadership and professional development consultant.  Highly dedicated and results oriented\, she has the skill and passion for helping individuals become more confident and successful in business and beyond.\nNancy combines her communications expertise with a pragmatic approach in a variety of important soft skill areas including verbal\, written and nonverbal communications\, emotional intelligence\, etiquette and protocol\, time management\, business acumen\, working with team dynamics and coaching.  She helps clients focus on key adjusments that result in meaningful impact and effectiveness.\nDrawing on her marketing and communications background\, over 20 years experience in leadership roles and a lifetime of personal growth\, Nancy has keen appreciation of mindset and the power it has to change patterns of behavior.  She focuses on building one’s strengths and minimizing weaknesses through enrichment\, feedback\, self-discovery and detailed action plans.\nBefore launching Polished\, Nancy served in leadership positions where she helped businesses like Edward Jones\, St. Louis Economic Development Partnership and Mercy Health boost their products and services\, communications\, marketing\, brands and stature.  She was also a reporter for the Dallas Morning News and freelance writer for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.\nNancy is a dynamic motivational speaker. She delivers keynotes on several topics such as Present with Power\, Poise and Punch; If I Can Do it\, You can Do it;  Kindness is Underrated; Beyond the Fork and Knife and Yes. Maybe. I Mean No.  She is a regular contributor to CBS-affiliate KMOV\, Great Day St. Louis. \nNancy believes passionately in developing people\, especially their interpersonal skills.  “You can achieve your goals-you just need a clear vision and a strong belief in yourself” she says.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/public-speaking-present-with-power-poise-punch-2/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
ORGANIZER;CN="NSC":MAILTO:learn@nscnow.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191003T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191003T103000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190917T165601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190917T165601Z
UID:3981-1570091400-1570098600@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Digital Donor Recruitment: 7 Steps to Turn Online Followers into New Donors
DESCRIPTION:AFP of St. Louis and Maryanne Dersch of Superstar Fundraising present:\n\n\nNearly all nonprofits have fallen into this trap: we’ve built our homes on rented land\, with social media as the main avenue to grow our influence and find new donors.\nNow that Facebook\, YouTube\, Instagram and even LinkedIn are public companies\, the algorithms that we couldn’t control in the first place are now being dictated more and more by paid posts. This will only increase in the future.\nNonprofits must pivot towards brand-building tactics that provide reliable reach. It can be done. Learn to build your house on land you own. This workshop will teach you the seven steps to grow your base of support in reliable and consistent ways.\nMaryanne Dersch of the Superstar Fundraising program and AFP of St. Louis have joined forces to bring you this program. Maryanne will facilitate this practical workshop to give you skills and techniques you can apply immediately. \n\nParking is provided across the street from the venue. Spaces are limited. There is street parking available and public lot on the south side of Forest Park Parkway and Sarah. \nAgenda\n8:30 a.m. – Arrival and networking\n9:00 a.m. – Workshop\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/digital-donor-recruitment-7-steps-to-turn-online-followers-into-new-donors/
LOCATION:CIC@CET\, 20 South Sarah Street\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191001T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191001T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
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:20191001T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191001T114500
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190917T170734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190917T170734Z
UID:3990-1569918600-1569930300@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:What’s the big IDEA? The Fundraiser’s Role in Enhancing Inclusion\, Diversity\, Equity\, and Access
DESCRIPTION:More and more\, funders are asking nonprofits to describe how their work advances diversity and inclusion in our community. As grant and fundraising professionals\, we must be prepared to respond to this question and understand how programs are (and are not) addressing these issues\, and how that might impact our ability to meet our fundraising goals. \nAt this half-day conference\, you will hear from Dr. Masum Momaya\, whose work has focused on equality and social justice for the past 20 years. Dr. Momaya will discuss diversity\, equity\, and inclusion efforts within the national funding landscape\, and how funders are increasingly looking to grantees for new and innovative solutions. You will also hear from a panel of local funders who will discuss how their current and future grant-making priorities are helping to promote greater diversity and equity in the St. Louis area. \nAgenda: \n\n\n8:30-9:00 AM: Registration\, check-in\, breakfast (included)\, and networking \n\n\n9:00-10:00 AM: Keynote \n\n\n10:00-10:15 AM: Break \n\n\n10:15-11:45 AM: Local funder panel \n\n\nKeynote: The keynote address\, “Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion and the National Funding Landscape\,” will be given by Masum Momaya\, Ed.D. Dr. Momaya has over 20 years of experience working for women’s rights\, gender\, race and class equality\, and social justice. She is the Founder of “Curating Words\, Strategies and Sights for Justice and Rights”; Open Society Foundations Fellow for Leadership in Government; Chicago Council on Global Affairs Fellow for Global Cities and Culture; Consultant for Helicon Collaborative; and Curator of Beyond Bollywood: Indian Americans Shape the Nation\, a Smithsonian exhibition traveling through 2020. \nFunder Panel: Three local funders will share their thoughts on the importance of diversity in service provision and how they are helping to promote diversity within the St. Louis nonprofit community through their grant-making strategies. 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. The panelists will include: \n\n\nMegan Armentrout\, Program Associate\, Incarnate Word Foundation \n\n\nPaulette Foerster\, Director of Programs\, St. Louis County Children’s Service Fund \n\n\nKristin Cowart\, Senior Project Director\, Children’s Services\, St. Louis Mental Health Board
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/whats-the-big-idea-the-fundraisers-role-in-enhancing-inclusion-diversity-equity-and-access/
LOCATION:Missouri Foundation for Health\, 4254 Vista Ave.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="GPA St. Louis":MAILTO:info@gpastlouis.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190813T164612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190813T164612Z
UID:3911-1569488400-1569495600@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Bringing Moves Management Into Your Life!
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on workshop explores the value of moves management for major gift programs. You can make moves management a “healthy habit” by institutionalizing this vital process into your development program. Embracing moves management will make you a more intentional fundraiser and you won’t have to scramble through the tyranny of the annual fund because you will know – at a glance – where you are with your key donors. \nAbout the Presenter:  Wendy Dyer\nWendy has enjoyed working with hundreds of nonprofits in more than two decades 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.”  She is currently helping to manage $80 million in projects across the region.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/bringing-moves-management-into-your-life/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="NSC":MAILTO:learn@nscnow.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190403T204534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190403T204534Z
UID:3750-1569315600-1569326400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Just Say "Yes" to Media Interviews
DESCRIPTION:Kalish Communications Media Training will teach participants how to: \n\nGive effective interviews to TV\, radio\, and print reporters\nTake apprehension away and make every interview a success\nDevelop easy to communicate messages\nNot be misquoted\nGet your key messages into every interview\nHandle both tough interviews and sensitive issues\nDress\, sit\, stand\, and gesture for maximum effectiveness\nManage unsettling interview tactics\nClarify responses on “hot” topics\, and\nAvoid “off the record” and “no comment”\n\nAbout the Presenter:  Karen Kalish\nKaren Kalish is a serial social entrepreneur focused on literacy\, closing the academic\, opportunity\, and achievement gaps in the nation’s schools\, and ending all forms of discrimination\, especially racial. She is the founder of three nonprofits and one program: Operation Understanding DC in Washington\, D.C. and Cultural Leadership\, HOME WORKS! The Teacher Home Visit Program\, and Books and Badges in St. Louis. \nKaren lived in Washington\, D.C. for 27 years\, Chicago for five years\, and Cambridge\, Massachusetts for two years. She taught school for six years in Washington\, D.C. before becoming the consumer and investigative TV reporter for CBS-TV there. In 1978 she had the same beat for ABC-TV in Chicago\, and then was the Washington\, D.C. reporter/producer for Entertainment Tonight. In 1987\, she started Kalish Communications to teach clients how to talk to the media without putting their feet in their mouths and how to write and give dynamic\, interesting speeches and presentations. She has served on the boards of directors of many nonprofits from the NAACP to the District of Columbia Jewish Community Center and has won many awards for her community service including a 2015 Purpose Prize Fellowship and the NCCJ Brotherhood and Sisterhood Award for 2017.\nIn Washington in 1993 she started: \n\nOperation Understanding DC – a year-long leadership program for Black and Jewish high school students that teaches them about their own and each other’s race\, religion\, culture\, and history. It is in its 26th year.\n\nIn 2001 Karen returned to St. Louis (after being gone for 34 years)\, where she works on education transformation and establishing a level playing field for the minority community\, especially African Americans. The programs she has started are: \n\nHOME WORKS! The Teacher Home Visit Program \nBooks and Badges \nCultural Leadership \nMillipore Sigma (formerly Sigma Aldrich) Reading Partners \n\nKaren received an MPA from the Harvard Kennedy School in 2000.\nKaren is the author of How to Give a Terrific Presentation\, Dealing Effectively with the Media\, and I’ll See You On The Radio.                 
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/just-say-yes-to-media-interviews-3/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing
ORGANIZER;CN="NSC":MAILTO:learn@nscnow.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190918T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190918T130000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190625T194626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190625T194626Z
UID:3857-1568804400-1568811600@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Finding the Like Button: Online Marketing 101
DESCRIPTION:Representatives from the Missouri Small Business and Technology Development Center will present a session to provide current and future business owners a framework for creating a comprehensive online marketing strategy. Participants will learn what information is needed to successfully choose online marketing tools for their brand and use them to create conversions or engagements.   This is part of our Lunch-and-Learn series of programs. Attendees may bring a brown bag lunch (no microwave is available) and coffee/water/lemonade will be provided. \n\nRegistration is requested\, as space is limited.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/finding-the-like-button-online-marketing-101/
LOCATION:St. Louis Public Library (Central)\, 1301 Olive Street \, St. Louis\, MO\, 63103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing
ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ohzourk":MAILTO:johzourk@slpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190918T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190918T100000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190723T190215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T190215Z
UID:3893-1568795400-1568800800@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Anatomy of a Donor Letter
DESCRIPTION:About the Session\n\n\nJust like surgeons need to know the shape of the skeleton\, the physical layout of the internal organs\, and the connective tissues of the muscles and ligaments in order to perform a delicate surgery\, fundraisers need to know the essentials of a good letter in order to effectively reach their audience and encourage maximum giving. From what to include (a PS\, of course!) and what to exclude (condescension and jargon\, obviously)\, to how it all looks\, a good letter takes skill as well as an understanding of current best practices.\nIn this interactive session\, a fundraising consultant (Amie) and a copywriter (Stephan) will show you the essential elements of a good fundraising letter. Live examples from local and national organizations will be used to highlight the good\, the bad\, and (occasionally) the ugly.\nAttendees will leave with specific tools and resource recommendations\, including a checklist to help them better plan and deliver their next control-beating letter. \nAbout the Presenters\nAmie Bossi\, MPPA\, CFRE is an independent fundraising consultant who has worked with numerous local nonprofits in various roles to improve their operations and expand their revenue. Her experience covers everything from direct mail to major gifts for nonprofits in the St. Louis region and beyond. She can be reached at amiebossi9@gmail.com.\nStephan Mathys is a freelance copywriter who has written letters\, e-mails\, grants\, and other marketing and fundraising content for missions in the St. Louis area and across the country. His prior career as an insurance data specialist allows him to not only offer content creation but strategic planning and financial forecasting skill. He can be reached at stephan@sjmcopywriting.com \n\nPrice\n$10 – AFP Members\n$20 – Non-Members \nAgenda\n8:30 a.m. – Registration & Networking\n9:00 a.m. – Program\n9:45 a.m. – Q&A
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/anatomy-of-a-donor-letter/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190702T153725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190702T153725Z
UID:3862-1568293200-1568304000@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Using Data to Inform Decisions and Plans
DESCRIPTION:People who lead programs\, teams\, departments or organizations are frequently charged with making difficult decisions based on incomplete information. This workshop will draw from evaluative thinking\, performance management\, strategic planning\, and quality improvement techniques to encourage and equip nonprofit professionals to: 1) identify the data they need and 2) to share it and use it to make fact-based decisions and manageable and measurable plans.\nInstructor Sarah Buek is the Founder and Principal of The IllumiLab\, a consulting firm that helps nonprofits define\, measure\, and improve their impact. She has worked for the past 14 years in the non-profit sector first as a clinical social worker and later in program management\, evaluation\, and quality improvement.  As a funder and consultant\, she’s led dozens of non-profits in the development of Theories of Change and Logic Models\, the design of data collection tools and processes\, the creation of quality improvement systems\, and the use of performance management to create cultures of learning and continuous improvement.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/using-data-to-inform-decisions-and-plans-2/
LOCATION:#63 JC Penney Conference Center (UMSL-North Campus)\, 1 University Dr.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Evaluation and Outcomes
ORGANIZER;CN="UMSL Nonprofit Management and Leadership Program":MAILTO:sised@umsl.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190904T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190904T130000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190625T194342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190625T194342Z
UID:3855-1567594800-1567602000@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to QuickBooks
DESCRIPTION:Learn how QuickBooks can help you manage your business finances (money) and perform day-to-day bookkeeping tasks more effectively and efficiently. Discover the differences in products offered by QB (Desktop\, Online\, Mac). Learn how to set up your chart of accounts and create lists to keep track of customers\, vendors\, and other information. Additional topics include working with invoices and payments\, tracking sales and expenses\, and paying bills.  This program is presented by representatives from the Missouri Small Business and Technology Development Center.  This is part of our Lunch-and-Learn series of programs. Attendees may bring a brown bag lunch (no microwave is available) and coffee/water/lemonade will be provided. \n\nRegistration is requested\, as space is limited.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/introduction-to-quickbooks/
LOCATION:St. Louis Public Library (Central)\, 1301 Olive Street \, St. Louis\, MO\, 63103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Finance
ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ohzourk":MAILTO:johzourk@slpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190904T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190904T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190425T204840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T204840Z
UID:3760-1567587600-1567598400@nscnow.org
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:20190828T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190828T173000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190425T205919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T205919Z
UID:3768-1566977400-1567013400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:2019 Gateway Conference on Philanthropy: Evolve
DESCRIPTION:$140 for AFP members ($165 after July 14)\n$185 for non-members ($210 after July 14)\nAbout the Conference \nWhat is changing and what is staying the same? How can we evolve to keep up with new technology that can develop agile and adaptive fundraising campaigns\, while at the same time maintain strong relationships through traditional face-to-face cultivation and stewardship?  We must refine and transform our strategies to respond to the ever changing behavior and trends of the world that we all live in\, striving to be inclusive and responsive individuals. Join AFP St. Louis for a day of education\, conversation and networking as we explore new strategies in fund development\, while also reinforcing those classic best practices that remain constant.\nClick here to learn more! \nPre-Conference Programs \nJoin us for two days of pre-conference programs!\nCFRE Refresher Course (formerly CFRE Review Course)\nAugust 26 & 27\n8:00 am – 4:30 pm at Network for Strong Communities\n$400 – AFP Members\n$500 -Non-Members\nClick here to learn more and to register!\nFundraising 101 & 102\nAugust 27\n8:30 am – 4:00 pm at Network for Strong Communities\n$99 – AFP Members\n$125 – Non-Members\n$85 – Young Professional Members\nClick here to learn more and to register!
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/2019-gateway-conference-on-philanthropy-evolve/
LOCATION:Sheraton Westport Chalet Hotel\, 191 Westport Plaza \, St. Louis\, MO\, 63146\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190827T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190827T160000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190425T205628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T205628Z
UID:3766-1566894600-1566921600@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Fundraising 101
DESCRIPTION:Join AFP St. Louis for a full day of learning and dialogue about the basics of fundraising. Designed for those new to the fundraising and nonprofit management professions\, this interactive seminar offers an overview of a range of topics in fundraising\, development\, and management including the nature of nonprofits\, prospect research and management\, annual giving strategies\, donor cultivation and stewardship\, budgeting and goal setting\, special events\, and more. Fundraising 101 will be facilitated by two advanced professionals with a combined 40 years of experience in the field. \nMEET THE PRESENTERS:\nJim Schallom\, MPPA\, CFRE\nDirector of Resource Development\nSherwood Forest\nJim Schallom\, MPPA\, CFRE\, is Director of Resource Development for Sherwood Forest where he is responsible for major gifts\, annual giving\, corporate and foundation relations\, community relations\, volunteer engagement\, planned giving\, and board development. He provides staff leadership to the organization’s first-ever capital and endowment campaign – Way More Than Camp. Prior roles have included Director of Development for Missouri and Indiana at College Summit and Membership Director for the Saint Louis Science Center.\nJim has served on the AFP St. Louis Board of Directors for six years and is currently Chapter President. He also co-leads the Alumni Affinity Group for the NPML Program at UMSL. He holds a BA in Education and Certificate in Business Administration from Saint Louis University and a Masters of Public Policy Administration and Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management and Leadership from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. Jim earned designation as a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) in 2014 and was recognized by AFP St. Louis as Outstanding Young Professional at National Philanthropy Day in 2015.\nTheresa Fleck\, CFRE\nSenior Consultant\nLet’s Build Hope\, LLC\nTheresa L. Fleck\, CFRE\, has been raising funds successfully since 2001. Ms. Fleck has extensive experience developing strategy and executing fundraising plans for a wide range of nonprofit organizations\, including universities\, independent schools\, social service agencies\, international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and arts organizations.\nShe has a proven track record of designing and implementing comprehensive strategic and tactical plans for all levels of fund development and considerable training in planned and major gifts\, capital campaigns\, event planning\, annual fund execution\, donor stewardship and board development. A seasoned fundraising professional\, Ms. Fleck has managed\, mentored and collaborated with boards\, volunteers and staff to focus on the identification and long-term cultivation of donors. Her career experience also includes strategic planning\, admissions\, board training\, executive-level leadership\, marketing\, public relations and communications.\nMs. Fleck is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE)\, a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and the St. Louis Planned Giving Council (SLPGC). She has spoken regionally at professional development sessions for both the Rhode Island and Greater St. Louis Chapters of AFP and nationally for the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). She has served on the board of AFP\, Rhode Island and AFP\, Greater St. Louis Region in a variety of leadership roles\, including marketing chair and conference chair. Ms. Fleck holds a Master’s Degree in Nonprofit Management from Washington University in St. Louis and a dual Bachelor’s Degree in Communications/Public Relations and English Literature from Ohio Northern University.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/fundraising-101/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190828
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190313T190007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190313T190007Z
UID:3709-1566777600-1566950399@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:CFRE Refresher Course
DESCRIPTION:August 26\, 2019 7:30 AM to August 27\, 2019 3:00 PM \n\nPRICE\n\n\n$400 – AFP Members\n$500 – Non-members \nSCHEDULE\nAugust 26\n7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.    – Registration/Check-in\n8:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.   – Morning\n11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Lunch Break\n12:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.  – Afternoon\nAugust 27\n7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.     – Registration/Check-in\n8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.   – Morning\n12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. – Lunch Break\n12:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.   – Afternoon \nABOUT THE COURSE\nPrepare for the CFRE exam with AFP St. Louis.  This two-day course includes knowledgeable\, top-notch instructors and case studies to assist you in preparing for the exam.  Join us! \nParticipation in the AFP CFRE Refresher Course may assist you in learning or reviewing concepts covered on the Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) examination as detailed on the Test Content Outline provided by CFRE International. However\, the AFP CFRE Refresher Course is not designed specifically as a prep course for the exam.  It is designed to provide a review of concepts one should know at the five-year experience level. \nAFP highly recommends that this refresher course be just one of the resources you use in preparing to take the CFRE exam.  Your study should also include reading books that appear on the CFRE Resource Reading List. \n\nIf you have any questions about this course\, please contact Lyndsey Reichardt at  lreichardt@oasisnet.org. \nIf you need help registering\, please contact admin@afpstl.org. 
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/cfre-refresher-course-2/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190821T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190821T113000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190618T172014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190618T172014Z
UID:3822-1566378000-1566387000@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:The Call to Courageous Leadership in Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop: The Call to Courageous Leadership in Nonprofits \nWhat is your call to courage? Find the answer to this question and more at this interactive 2.5 hour workshop with Dare to Lead certified facilitator\, Julie Boll.  Julie is passionate about helping nonprofits learn the skills\, practices and tools needed to support brave leadership and build more courageous cultures. Based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown\, Dare to Lead™ is an empirically based courage-building program designed to be facilitated by organizational development professionals. Brené is a research professor at the University of Houston where she holds the Huffington Foundation – Brené Brown Endowed Chair at The Graduate College of Social Work. She has spent the past two decades studying courage\, vulnerability\, shame\, and empathy\, and most recently completed a seven-year study on courageous leadership. She is the author of five #1 New York Times bestsellers: The Gifts of Imperfection\, Daring Greatly\,Rising Strong\, Braving the Wilderness\, and Dare to Lead\, which also debuted at #1 on The Wall Street Journal and Publisher’s Weekly list. The most significant finding from Brené’s latest research is that courage is a collection of four skill sets that are teachable\, measurable\, and observable. Join us to learn more about these skill sets and start your journey to more courageous leadership and braver cultures.  \nSession Learning Objectives: Participants will learn that daring leadership requires for sets of skills that can be learned: rumbling with vulnerability\, living into our values\, braving trust\, and learning to rise; Participants will begin practicing how to ask for what you need\, set boundaries\, and reach out for support; Participants will determine their call to courage as a leader.\nAbout the Presenter: Julie Boll \nJulie Boll\, M.Ed. is the founder of Julie Boll Consulting\, which provides grant writing and strategic planning support to nonprofits. Julie is a certified Dare to Lead Facilitator\, and\, in 2019\, was a part of the inaugural global cohort of Leadership and Organizational Development professionals selected by thought-leader Brené Brown to facilitate her work in organizations. As a Courage Catalyst in the Dare to Lead™ program\, Julie focuses her work on helping nonprofits learn the skills\, practices and tools needed to support brave leaders and build more courageous cultures. Over the course of her career\, Julie has helped her clients and employers secure more than $9.4 M in competitive grants from foundation\, state and federal funders. From 2011 to 2017\, she wrote more than $6.2 M in awarded competitive grants for Quincy University including the university’s first NSF grant in over 25 years and a $2.25 million US Dept of Education grant.  Julie has more than 18 years experience in the nonprofit sector\, serving in marketing\, public relations and grant development roles. She is Grant Professional Certified by the GPCI Institute and a Grants Professionals Association (GPA) Approved Trainer. Julie has taught a graduate level course in Grant Writing at Quincy University\, presented at state-wide conferences\, and recently co-authored a peer reviewed journal article in the Grant Professionals Association Journal.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/the-call-to-courageous-leadership-in-nonprofits/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Leadership
ORGANIZER;CN="NSC":MAILTO:learn@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190820T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120511
CREATED:20190319T190650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190319T190650Z
UID:3722-1566291600-1566302400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Risk Management for Volunteer Programs
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers are crucial to your nonprofit organization’s success\, supporting your mission with their time\, resources\, connections\, and more. But working with volunteers also involves potential risks to your organization\, the people you serve\, and even to the volunteers themselves. In this interactive workshop\, we will learn best practices for volunteer program risk management\, including: \n\nIdentifying risks to your volunteers\, organization\, and the people you serve\nMitigating/managing risks to prevent harm\nLiability considerations – insurance\, release forms\, and more\nDoing your due diligence – background checks and references\nDesigning policies and procedures around liability/risk management\nAnd more!\n\nParticipants will leave the workshop with an increased knowledge of risk management best practices and applicable strategies to address their volunteer program’s particular risk management concerns. If you want to prevent and address the risks and liabilities of volunteer management\, this workshop is for you!\n \nAbout the Presenter:   Julie Strassman\, M.Div\nJulie Strassman is an experienced volunteer engagement professional and educator\, dedicated to helping organizations build mutually beneficial relationships with volunteers. She currently works as the Volunteer Coordinator with Bethesda Hospice Care\, where she has increased volunteer participation by 66% since 2018. Previously\, she worked with Kingdom House\, where she achieved volunteer engagement goals such as a 78% increase in volunteer groups over 2 years. She passionately believes in engaging volunteers for the improvement of nonprofit organizations and the communities they serve.\nJulie currently volunteers as the VP of Programming for the Metropolitan Volunteer Management Association (MVMA)\, and previously served two consecutive terms on the Certification Committee for the United Way of Greater St. Louis’ Volunteer Center. She has presented workshops and webinars on volunteer engagement best practices for many nonprofit organizations\, including Network for Strong Communities\, We Raise Foundation (previously Wheat Ridge Ministries)\, Cover Missouri Coalition\, Missouri Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence\, Community Service Public Relations Council\, Send Me St. Louis/Lutheran Foundation of St. Louis\, and the St. Louis Episcopal Service Corps. Julie has a Master’s of Divinity from Eden Theological Seminary and is currently pursuing her doctorate.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/risk-management-for-volunteer-programs/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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