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March 11 , 2009

Welcome to the Lodestar Center Nonprofit News, formerly the Arizona Nonprofit Community Report. As always, we welcome your feedback and invite you to submit your news items for the next issue.

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What's New

 

   
NEW delivery method for Board Governance training - Three convenient locations in the Valley!

The ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation's board governance program can strengthen your board. Current and prospective board members, volunteers, and nonprofit professionals interested in knowing more about nonprofit governance: This training is for you! Training includes continental breakfast, lunch, resource guide, governance toolkit and participant manual. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged! NEW delivery method in three areas of the Valley!

Date/Time: April 3, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Catholic Community Foundation - 400 E. Monroe St. Phoenix 85004

Date/Time: April 30, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Beth Eman Congregation - 13702 W. Meeker Blvd. Sun City West 85375

Cost: Single registration: $199. Up to three additional registrations per organization: $175 per registrant.

Registration: To register for this training, click here.

Sign up for AzGATES today!

The Arizona Grants Access Tool and Experts Source (AzGATES) is an online database connecting those in need of funding with local, national and international sponsors who can help serve that need. More than 800 active users have already discovered AzGATES to help find the funding they need. With 900 current sponsors/funding resources, AzGATES caters specifically to Arizona residents, communities, and organizations by providing the most relevant funding opportunities possible. Access is free and includes a member profile. Sign up today! http://azgates.asu.edu.

The Grantmaking School is coming to Arizona, March 25-27!
Advanced Proposal Analysis: A Critical Examination of Complex Issues

Advanced Proposal Analysis: A Critical Examination of Complex Issues
A new university-based course for experienced grantmakers

The Grantmaking School of Grand Valley State University offers Advanced Proposal Analysis: A Critical Examination of Complex Issues in conjunction with the Arizona-Indiana-Michigan Alliance. The course will be hosted by the ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation and will take place on March 25-27 at the ASU SkySong Center in Scottsdale, Arizona.

The course provides a critical examination of the complex issues faced by experienced grantmakers today. It combines structured learning with substantive discussion and small group work among peers. In varied course offerings throughout the country, practitioners give the course consistently high ratings for content, delivery and quality.

The Advanced Proposal Analysis course is recommended for program officers with two to five years of experience. Cost for the course is $1,950, exclusive of travel and lodging, with up to five partial scholarships available. For more information and an online application, visit http://www.grantmakingschool.org/.

NMI Information Sessions now online!

Would you like a quick and easy way to learn more about professional development courses offered through the ASU Lodestar Center’s Nonprofit Management Institute?  Would you like to see whether Internet-based learning is right for you? You can find out by viewing two new NMI Information Sessions from the convenience of your own computer!

Information Session 1 (11 minutes) explains who takes an NMI course and for what reasons. Learn about the benefits of participating in the Nonprofit Management Institute, who teaches for NMI, and how to earn a professional certificate in nonprofit leadership and management.

Information Session 2 (7 minutes) provides more details about online versions of NMI courses. Peek inside an actual online NMI course and learn what kind of assignments to expect and how to best participate.

Click here to start now!

We welcome your feedback and would be glad to answer any further questions at 602-496-0500 or nmi@asu.edu.

Current offerings from ASU's Nonprofit Management Institute

How to Start a Nonprofit Organization (Topical Workshop)
March 14: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

This workshop will help participants determine if forming a new nonprofit corporation is the most viable strategy for meeting their goals. Key terminology and core issues will be discussed, including important differences between nonprofit and for-profit organizations. All forms for application for nonprofit status will be provided and reviewed.

Financial Management Principles for Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 103) March 27 - 28: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day

Analyze the principles of financial management for nonprofits. Learn to apply the fundamentals of accounting, budgeting processes, cash flow analysis, expenditure control, long-range financial planning, audits, grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations. This course is a prerequisite for NMI 113.

Strategic Management in Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 107)
April 6 - 27 (ONLINE)

Explore the strategic management process and the nature of strategic decision making. Learn techniques to evaluate and develop organizational missions and goals, competitive positions, service programs and effective resource deployment. Study how to utilize agenda setting, strategic planning, strategy implementation and management of strategic change.

Marketing for the Nonprofit Organization (NMI 112)
April 17 - 18: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

Learn the principles and practices of marketing and public relations in your nonprofit organization as well as strategies and techniques to successfully position your organization. Begin the development of a marketing plan.

Diversity Strategies for the Nonprofit Organization ( NMI 119)
April 24 - 25: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. each day

Understand diversity as a critical business strategy that helps nonprofit organizations maximize their mission. Learn to identify layers of diversity within the organization. Explore one’s comfort level working with others who are different than oneself and learn why this knowledge is critical. Learn to develop strategies for managing in a culturally diverse organization. Learn to identify and recognize stereotypes of colleagues and to develop an action plan to challenge those beliefs.

Managing Volunteer Effectiveness (NMI 109)
May 8 - 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

Learn techniques in managing volunteers from recruitment through effective utilization within the nonprofit organization. Also examine creative recruitment, supervision, training, liabilities and budgeting for volunteer expenses and staff.

Advanced Financial Management for Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 113)
May 15 - 16: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day

Prerequisite: NMI 103
This course provides an in-depth study of budgeting and planning, tax issues, internal/external reporting requirements and technology for financial management.

All in-person courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

 

Announcements

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Nominations open until April 3 for ABEC's "Best Practices in Business-Education Partnership Awards"

Is your business-education partnership an example of a best practice? Are you seeing measured success in improving student achievement? If yes, then nominate your partnership today for ABEC's "Best Practices" In Business-Education Partnership Awards.

As part of its business-education partnership initiative, ABEC annually recognizes and promotes outstanding partnerships throughout the state of Arizona, and encourages expansion and creation of other programs based on successful models. In order to recognize more outstanding programs, ABEC has created the following award categories: Professional Development, Career Exploration, Volunteers, STEM, and Wellness - as well as awards for the Best Emerging Partnership, for programs less than three years old, and the Best Overall Partnership.

The awards application is available here: http://tinyurl.com/busedapp and at http://www.azbec.org. Applications are due by 4 p.m. on Friday, April 3rd.

Finalists in each category and award recipients will be honored at the 2009 ABEC Annual Conference to be held June 1.

Interested? Go to http://www.azbec.org for more information or contact Ms. Swati Srivastava, Project Coordinator, at swati@azbec.org.

US Airways Community Foundation grant applications are being accepted until April 1

The US Airways Community Foundation is now accepting grant applications for its Spring 2009 funding cycle. The Community Foundation supports multi-year capital and building campaigns (bricks and mortar building projects only) for 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations located in the airline's hubs of Charlotte, Phoenix, and Philadelphia. Eligibility includes organizations that improve the quality and availability of charitable healthcare, education, artistic and cultural organizations, and community services.

Interested nonprofit organizations should visit http://www.usairways.com/corporategiving to review grant guidelines that can be found in the "US Airways Community Foundation" section and apply online. The application deadline is Wednesday, April 1. The Community Foundation has two annual funding cycles with deadlines of April 1 and October 1.

 

Events

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Young Nonprofit Professionals Network Events
Multiple Dates (Phoenix)

March 19, Social Networking: Best Practice Table Topics, 6 - 8 p.m.
Share nonprofit management best practices with your fellow YNPNers. Table topics to include fundraising and special events, program management, design and evaluation, career advancement, and online social media for nonprofits. Location: TBD

April 16, Professional Development Speaker, 6 - 8 p.m.
Tom Ambrose , Senior Vice President/Executive Director of Phoenix Suns’ Charities. Location: Phoenix Youth at Risk, 1001 E Pierce St, Phoenix, AZ 85006

May 21, Social Networking: Bowling Extravaganza, 6 - 8 p.m.
Join other YNPNers for an evening of fun! Bowl, meet friends, network, eat, drink, and be merry! Location: Squaw Peak Lanes, 3049 E. Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016

June 18, Professional Development Speaker, 6 - 8 p.m.
Robert Ashcraft, Director, Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation and Associate Professor, School of Community Resources and Development at Arizona State University. Location: Phoenix Youth at Risk, 1001 E Pierce St, Phoenix, AZ 85006

All events are $5 for members, $10 for non-members. Cost includes food and beverage and, in most cases, any fees related to the event. Annual membership is $20. Nonprofit organizations who purchase three or more memberships receive a 25 percent discount on membership fees.

Events and speakers are subject to change and cancellation. Event invitations will be e-mailed at least three weeks in advance, please RSVP.

For more information visit http://www.ynpnphoenix.org/, check out their Facebook page, or e-mail them at info@ynpnphoenix.org.

ACF Basics Seminar - Arizona Community Foundation
Multiple Dates (Phoenix)

The Arizona Community Foundation invites you to join its Programs Department for ACF Basics. This free, ongoing seminar is intended to familiarize nonprofit organizations with ACF's grantmaking procedures, and provide information about ACF's current initiatives and funding opportunities. Topics include:

  • Funding priorities
  • Grant cycles
  • Eligibility requirements
  • Components of ACF’s online grant application
  • The grant application review process

Date/Time: Held on the fourth Wednesday of every month, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Upcoming sessions include March 25, and April 22.

Location: Arizona Community Foundation Office (2201 E. Camelback Road, Suite 202, Phoenix, AZ 85016)

Seating is limited; please RSVP to mholguin@azfoundation.org or call 602-381-1400, ext. 2062. Remember to indicate which session you plan to attend.

How to Start a Nonprofit Organization (Topical Workshop) - ASU 's Nonprofit Management Institute
March 14 (Phoenix)

How to Start a Nonprofit Organization (Topical Workshop)
March 14: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

This workshop will help participants determine if forming a new nonprofit corporation is the most viable strategy for meeting their goals. Key terminology and core issues will be discussed, including important differences between nonprofit and for-profit organizations. All forms for application for nonprofit status will be provided and reviewed.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

NEW delivery method for Board Governance training - Three convenient locations in the Valley! - ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation
Multiple dates and locations

The ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation's board governance program can strengthen your board. Current and prospective board members, volunteers, and nonprofit professionals interested in knowing more about nonprofit governance: This training is for you! Training includes continental breakfast, lunch, resource guide, governance toolkit and participant manual. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged! NEW delivery method in three areas of the Valley!

Date/Time: April 3, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Catholic Community Foundation - 400 E. Monroe St. Phoenix 85004

Date/Time: April 30, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Beth Eman Congregation - 13702 W. Meeker Blvd. Sun City West 85375

Cost: Single registration: $199. Up to three additional registrations per organization: $175 per registrant.

Registration: To register for this training, click here.

Complimentary Marketing Webinar Offered To Nonprofit Professionals - Solutions Marketing & Consulting
March 17 (Online)

With the current economic situation, nonprofits are expected to do more with fewer resources while trying to acquire and retain their organization’s customers – whether that represents donors, members, clients, patrons, volunteers, or other constituencies. But, we can’t afford to hide until the economy turns around.

Join Solutions Marketing & Consulting for this FREE webinar, hosted by MarketingProfs, entitled,"Keeping Customers: How Nonprofits Can Build Customer Loyalty." Locally and nationally-known nonprofit marketing and branding speaker, Elaine Fogel, will focus on helping nonprofit and public organizations adopt a customer focus and mindset, engage their customers without breaking the bank, and rally support and assistance in marketing their missions.

Date/Time: Tuesday, March 17, 11 a.m.
Register here: http://learn.gotomeeting.com/forms/031709-na-g2mc-wbr-s?ID=701000000005APQ

ONE Nonprofit Leader Day including ONE Director of the Year Awards Presentation - Organization of Nonprofit Executives (ONE)
March 20 (Phoenix)

Judy Jolley Mohraz, Ph.D., President and CEO of the Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust will speak to inspire and celebrate valley nonprofit leaders.

ONE annually recognizes nonprofit executives who are dedicated to excellence in the management and leadership of their organizations. These awards recognize nonprofit chief professional officers (executive directors, presidents, CEOs or an equivalent) who are outstanding examples of certain principles ONE values among nonprofit executives in Maricopa County, Arizona. Please join them as they recognize and promote the achievements and community impact of the dedicated leadership of nonprofit executives who distinguish themselves in the following four areas:

  • Organizational Leadership Award
  • Community Partnership Award
  • Innovation Award
  • Leader of Distinction Award

ONE Open Luncheon. Friends of the Nonprofit Community Welcome. A limited number of tables for 6 are available. (Space may be limited.)

Date/Time: Friday, March 20 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: National Bank of Arizona Conference Center, 6001 N. 24th St. Phoenix 85016. Free parking immediately adjacent.
Cost: $30 for ONE Member organizations, $40 for non-members

Please visit the Events page of http://www.oneaz.org to register, or call 602-264-8578 for more information.

The Terrible Two's: Individual Development-Troubleshooting - Stewart Communications
March 25 (Prescott)

"The Terrible Two's: Individual Developmen-Troubleshooting" is a Seat of Their Pants Nonprofit Management Seminar to occur March 25 from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. in Prescott.

Designed to help nonprofit staff and board members, participants will learn a super-simple, step-by-step process to generate monetary support from individuals without the stress normally associated with fundraising. A no-holds-barred, confidential facilitated roundtable discussion will occur during lunch, providing an opportunity to share with and learn from others.

Presenter is Debbie Stewart of Stewart Communications, a consultancy firm for nonprofits. Pre-registration required. For cost and complete details, visit http://www.SeatOfOurPantsSeminars.com, contact Debbie@nonprofitnet.com, or call 928-778-3747.

The Grantmaking School - Advanced Proposal Analysis: A Critical Examination of Complex Issues - Grand Valley State University and ASU Lodestar Center
March 25-27 (Scottsdale)

Advanced Proposal Analysis: A Critical Examination of Complex Issues
A new university-based course for experienced grantmakers

The Grantmaking School of Grand Valley State University offers Advanced Proposal Analysis: A Critical Examination of Complex Issues in conjunction with the Arizona-Indiana-Michigan Alliance. The course will be hosted by the Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation at Arizona State University and will take place on March 25-27 at the SkySong Center in Scottsdale, Arizona.

The course provides a critical examination of the complex issues faced by experienced grantmakers today. It combines structured learning with substantive discussion and small group work among peers. In varied course offerings throughout the country, practitioners give the course consistently high ratings for content, delivery and quality.

The Advanced Proposal Analysis course is recommended for program officers with two to five years of experience. Cost for the course is $1,950, exclusive of travel and lodging, with up to five partial scholarships available. For more information and an online application, visit http://www.grantmakingschool.org/.

Financial Management Principles for Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 103) - ASU's Nonprofit Management Institute
March 27 - 28 (Phoenix)

Financial Management Principles for Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 103) March 27 - 28: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. each day

Analyze the principles of financial management for nonprofits. Learn to apply the fundamentals of accounting, budgeting processes, cash flow analysis, expenditure control, long-range financial planning, audits, grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations. This course is a prerequisite for NMI 113.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Navigating Uncertain Times: The Personal, Organizational and Public Roles of Philanthropy - Association of Fundraising Professionals
April 1 (Phoenix)

"Navigating uncertain times: the personal, organizational and public roles of philanthropy" will be presented by Paul C. Pribbenow, Ph.D., President, Augsburg College.

We live in uncertain times with much less control over our lives than we might like. As philanthropic professionals, we face this uncertainty both in our personal and professional lives.

How do we find our way in the midst of a turbulent economy? How do we help others to negotiate the anxiety and fear they are feeling with confidence and continued commitment to our professional ethics and standards? Perhaps philanthropy itself offers us a roadmap.

The personal, organizational, and public roles and values of philanthropy may be the best anchors as we navigate these uncertain times. Our work is to focus on how best to steward the gifts of philanthropy!

Paul Pribbenow, holds a Ph.D. in social ethics from the University of Chicago and is recognized as one of the leading teachers and commentators on ethics, philanthropy, and American public life. Pribbenow is a member of the AFP National Ethics Standing Committee, publishes a bi-monthly e-mail newsletter entitled, Notes for the Reflective Practitioner.

Date: Wednesday, April 1
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. Networking, Luncheon and Program
Cost: $30 Members, $35 Non-Members
Location: Sheraton Downtown Phoenix Hotel
340 North 3rd Street, Phoenix, 85004
Register: http://www.afpaz.org
Questions: admin@afpaz.org

Payment is due online or at the door. They accept cash, check, VISA, MasterCard, and American Express. Attendees who do not pre-register cannot be guaranteed a lunch. "No Shows" will be billed.

Strategic Management in Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 107) - ASU's Nonprofit Management Institute
April 6 - 27 (ONLINE)

Strategic Management in Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 107)
April 6 - 27 (ONLINE)

Explore the strategic management process and the nature of strategic decision making. Learn techniques to evaluate and develop organizational missions and goals, competitive positions, service programs and effective resource deployment. Study how to utilize agenda setting, strategic planning, strategy implementation and management of strategic change.

Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Marketing for the Nonprofit Organization (NMI 112) - ASU's Nonprofit Management Institute
April 17 - 18 (Phoenix)

Marketing for the Nonprofit Organization (NMI 112)
April 17 - 18: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

Learn the principles and practices of marketing and public relations in your nonprofit organization as well as strategies and techniques to successfully position your organization. Begin the development of a marketing plan.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Diversity Strategies for the Nonprofit Organization (NMI 119) - ASU's Nonprofit Management Institute
April 24 - 25 (Phoenix)

Diversity Strategies for the Nonprofit Organization (NMI 119)
April 24 - 25: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Saturday

Understand diversity as a critical business strategy that helps nonprofit organizations maximize their mission. Learn to identify layers of diversity within the organization. Explore one's comfort level working with others who are different than oneself and learn why this knowledge is critical. Learn to develop strategies for managing in a culturally diverse organization. Learn to identify and recognize stereotypes of colleagues and to develop an action plan to challenge those beliefs.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

The 90-Minute Grant Proposal - Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits
April 28 (Phoenix)

The 90-Minute Grant Proposal: "Speed-Thinking" Your Way to a Clear, Compelling - And Fundable! - Project Concept

Do you have a great grant idea you'd like to create, but not sure how to start? Learn how to develop and test a project concept in a matter of minutes. No more going back to the office to get it done - have a first-draft proposal in 90 minutes! In this fast-paced interactive session you'll learn what questions will lead you into your own best thinking about a successful project or funding need; how to organize your ideas quickly; how to tap into your own passion to discover the most compelling story possible. You'll preview your concept for your colleagues and get their feedback. Bring your own good idea - leave with a head start on a clear, compelling project proposal - one that grantmakers can fund.

Topics covered include:

  • Your grant proposal as a strategic planning tool
  • Key planning questions you need to address in order to make an informed, intelligent and confident decision about your proposal
  • The Project Profile/Planning Worksheet: Planning tool and proposal template
  • Speed-testing your project concept: Sharing with the people who can help you make it happen.
  • Crafting the 90-minute grant proposal, step-by-step:
    • The Summary
    • The Needs Statement
    • Intended Outcomes
    • Action Plan
    • Resources Needed
    • Project Evaluation
    • Partnership and Collaboration

Date: April 28
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Location: Phoenix - Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, 400 E. Monroe, Room 157
Price: $55.
To Register: Click here.

Managing Volunteer Effectiveness (NMI 109) - ASU's Nonprofit Management Institute
May 8 - 9 (Phoenix)

Managing Volunteer Effectiveness (NMI 109)
May 8 - 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

Learn techniques in managing volunteers from recruitment through effective utilization within the nonprofit organization. Also examine creative recruitment, supervision, training, liabilities and budgeting for volunteer expenses and staff.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Connecting to Create Stronger Communities Annual Conference - Arizona Community Action Association
May 13 – 15 (Phoenix)

Please join the Arizona Community Action Association for an exciting event with diverse speakers, panels, and innovative workshops that address the challenges and opportunities facing Arizona's community action agencies and human service providers. Presenters include:

  • The interim director of the Department of Economic Security, Linda Blessing, will offer a keen perspective on social and human services
  • Arizona Corporation Commissioner Kristin K. Mayes will deliver insight into the regulatory environment and low income households
  • Sevak Kahlsa will serve as a keynote presenter, offering a unique insight into wellness and personal growth.
Panel discussions will provide perspectives on the current economic conditions from the public and private sector, and the changing conditions of poverty in Arizona. Conference workshops include:
  • Weatherization PLUS Renewables in Arizona
  • ROMA — Results Oriented Management and Accountability — How To Make Yourself Look Good!
  • United Way Financial Stability Summit Review
  • Office Safety and Keeping Your Cool at Work
  • Earned Income Tax Credit — Building Wealth, Assets, and Families!
  • How does my program look to funders?
  • Wellness and You!

For more information about the conference, visit http://www.azcaa.org/events

Advanced Financial Management for Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 113) - ASU's Nonprofit Management Institute
May 15 - 16 (Phoenix)

Advanced Financial Management for Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 113)
May 15 - 16: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday

Prerequisite: NMI 103
This course provides an in-depth study of budgeting and planning, tax issues, internal/external reporting requirements and technology for financial management.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Building Blocks For An Unbeatable Proposal Budget - Guaranteed! - Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits
May 19 (Phoenix)

Building Blocks For An Unbeatable Proposal Budget - Guaranteed!

Worthy grant proposals often don't make the final cut because the proposal budget is poorly put together. However, crafting a budget that clearly and accurately reflects all the resources your program needs is not a complex or mysterious process! In this workshop you'll learn the principles of mission-driven budgeting and practice applying those principles to a real-life scenario, as you build a detailed proposal budget step-by-step. You'll learn how grantmakers evaluate budgets - and what your budget says about your organization. And you'll work with simple but powerful tools to help you organize your financial information in the clearest, most compelling way. In this workshop you will:

  • Understand the importance of a sound, detailed, mission-driven budget as both a key proposal component and a planning and management tool
  • Learn how the concept of "total-value budgeting" supports your project planning and management - and simplifies the process of building a proposal budget
  • Learn what you need to know about "in-kind," match, valuing volunteer time, indirect or administrative costs, and much more
  • Learn the easy-to-follow, step-by-step process guaranteed to result in an unbeatable proposal budget
  • Work with - and take home - planning tools that will guide you through the process start to finish - guaranteed!

Date: May 19
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Location: Phoenix - Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, 400 E. Monroe, Room 157
Price: $55
To Register: Click here.

 

Job Opportunities

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Chief Executive Officer - American Red Cross Grand Canyon Chapter (Phoenix)

Description: The board of directors is seeking a chief executive officer (CEO) for the Grand Canyon Chapter of the American Red Cross (GCCARC). GCCARC is a nonprofit human services organization providing disaster relief, emergency preparedness, health and safety training, and international messaging and tracing services. It has a staff of about 35, and utilizes 2,000+ volunteers. GCCARC has an operating budget of $5.1 million, with an annual fundraising goal of at least $2.5 million.

The CEO is responsible for the leadership and management of the organization, including senior staff, fundraising, fiscal and legal oversight, budget development, board development, strategic planning, relationship development, and community engagement. Competitive salary with an organization that has an excellent reputation in the community. Compensation package is competitive and based on qualifications and relevant experience. GCCARC is an E.O.E. A detailed position description can be found at http://www.arizonaredcross.org.

Qualifications: Qualified candidates should have 10+ years experience in a senior leadership role, preferably with a large nonprofit organization. They should also be able to demonstrate capabilities as a proven leader, convener, collaborator, and funder with a strong emotional intelligence and emergency services experience. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required (master’s degree preferred).

How to Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter via e-mail to Easleyt@usa.redcross.org by April 15.

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Fundraising / Financial
Grant and Development Writer - Make-A-Wish Foundation International

Description: The Make-A-Wish Foundation is currently seeking a fundraising professional who will be responsible for foundation and corporate grant writing, including occasional corporate sponsorship proposals. The grant and development writer will research new funding sources, build relationships with foundations, coordinate an ongoing sequence of appropriate communication efforts with foundations, write grant proposals, manage all reporting and evaluation requirements, and coordinate appropriate stewardship. EOE/M/F/H/V.

Qualifications: A bachelor's degree, preferably in Journalism, English or related field, and a minimum of four years of nonprofit/development experience with emphasis on grant writing is required. Exceptional writing skills and computer proficiency with Microsoft Office are also necessary.

How to Apply: Submit resumes in confidence to Pete Finley, Director of Finance and Administration: hr@worldwish.org. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Donor Cultivation Officer - Save the Family (Mesa)

Description: Save the Family, a nonprofit transitional housing program for homeless families with children located in the East Valley, is seeking a full-time donor cultivation officer. This position is responsible for strategizing and achieving fundraising goals via ongoing development, coordination, and implementation of donor cultivation and retention. Salary: DOE. EOE.

Qualifications: The individual applying for this position must have an understanding of comprehensive fund development and donor cultivation techniques to achieve financial objectives. S/he also must have the following:

  • A four-year college degree, or an equivalent of five years of experience.
  • Excellent written and verbal, interpersonal, and organizational skills are required.
  • The ability to function as a team member, with a professional demeanor and strong interpersonal and skills is also a must.
  • The successful applicant must demonstrate sound judgment, initiative, and independent thinking.
  • S/he must also have a proven and strong track record in fund development.

How to Apply: If interested in this position, please e-mail resumes to teresag@savethefamily.org.

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About the Lodestar Center Nonprofit News

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