Nonprofit staff or board members who want to better understand 1) how to read financial statements, 2) oversee best budgeting and cash management practices and 3) respond to current requirements for financial accountability are invited to this free session at Central Library led by Mary Kay Lofgren and Stacy Peter, CPA managers in the Nonprofit Division at RubinBrown LLP. Cosponsored ...
Thursday, Aug. 13, 2015 from 3-5 p.m. in the Social Sciences and Business Building SSB # 218, on the north campus of UM-St. Louis *Note different location than previous workshops* Given the vital role of volunteer nonprofit corporate board members in our region, and in the entire nonprofit sector, it is of utmost importance that more people fully understand the ...
Demystifying Planned Giving – Planned Giving BasicsWhat is Planned Giving?· Definition of a Planned Gift· Types of Planned GiftsWhy are the myths about Planned Giving?· Donor type· Staffing· DifficultyWhat are the truths about Planned Giving?· Donor type· Staffing· SimplicityWays donors can giveStats on giving· All donation types· Planned GiftsReview of Basic Terms Planned Giving Terms:· What they mean· How to make them relevant to donors· Which tools are best for your NPHow to ...
Present with Power, Poise and PunchDo you want to overcome nervousness and deliver your best presentation ever? Then this enrichment program is for you.This presentation skills workshop will assist you in gaining techniques to improve your ability to confidently communicate effectively, persuasively and with presence using your own style. You’ll learn how to use positive body language for impact and ...
Gaining Access to Capital Are you ready for a capital project? Topics will include: How to use debt Lease vs. buy Specific financing sources for nonprofits Case studies – using leverage to scale programs About the Presenters David Desai-Ramirez David Desai-Ramirez, IFF’s executive director for Kansas, Missouri and southern Illinois, is responsible for leading and managing operations and lending activities ...
Founders and leaders of new or volunteer-staffed nonprofits are invited to this special session led by VLAA's Sue Greenberg about the practical side of managing your organization to achieve your mission. Get how-to tips from a pro on prioritizing time, building your board, essential record-keeping and internal controls, and developing a doable CEO job description. Bring questions. Cosponsored by Volunteer ...
At the NPML Fundraising Institute 2015, learn the most up-to-date information on current fundraising practices and ideas. To register for all five sessions at a cost of $350, click here. If you'd like to register for individual sessions, at the per session cost, click on the individual session links. This year's sessions are: Session 1: Successful Grant Writing -- ...
Event Details: Getting Started in Evaluation and Outcomes Outcome evaluation is an important process for nonprofits in making programs as effective while reporting to funders and board members on the success of your organization. This interactive workshop is for those who are new to outcome-based evaluation and addresses the following topics: 1) assessing organizational readiness 2) determining targeted outcomes that ...
Friday, Sept. 25, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Social Sciences and Business Building SSB # 410 (please note different location than previous workshops) Working with volunteers means planning and attending a lot of meetings, so why not become a pro at designing and leading them? In this half-day workshop, we'll get hands-on with techniques to learn ...
Event Details: Organizational Systems: Leading from the Middle In order to survive in these turbulent times, organizations need competent, effective, and empowered middle management. Yet those in middle positions commonly report that their jobs are demanding and stressful. Leading from the Middle aims at transforming middle positions into the drivers of integrated and effective change in their organization. An interactive ...