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Advanced Financial Management for Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 113)
November 20 – 21: 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. NMI 103 is a prerequisite for this class.

Topical Workshop — How to Start a Nonprofit Organization
November 21, 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.

Managing Volunteer Effectiveness (NMI 109)
December 11 – 12: 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.

Effective Supervision (NMI 104)
December 18 – 19: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. both days
In this course, you will learn how to be an effective supervisor based on self-assessment and practical skill development. You will also learn what a supervisor needs to know about employment laws, behavioral-based interviewing, performance management, coaching and counseling, confident delegation and applying motivational theory.

Results-Oriented Program Evaluation (NMI 108)
January 4 – 25 (ONLINE)
In today’s environment of growing demand and competing priorities, a manager needs information in order to make sound decisions about where and how to focus resources to achieve desired results consistent with an organization’s mission. This course covers the design and implementation of a results-oriented program evaluation system that produces valid, credible and useful information.

Social Entrepreneurship (NMI 121)
January 8 – 9: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. both days
This course introduces you to how nonprofit organizations are earning income and diversifying funding through social entrepreneurship. You will compare nonprofit to for-profit business and learn the difference between social entrepreneurship and social enterprise. You’ll also learn how to recognize opportunity and alternative revenue models, as well as develop organizational structures and nontraditional funding to launch your own nonprofit organization’s social venture.

Topical Workshop: Defining and Refining Your Nonprofit Job Search: Networking, Resumes, Letters and Interviews
Wednesday January 20, 6 - 9 p.m.
Whether you're looking for a promotion, a new position, or a career transition from the for-profit to the nonprofit sector, this hands-on workshop provides you the knowledge, skills, and resources you'll need to write a truly effective resume and prepare a dynamic cover letter that focuses on the fit between your skills and the position you're seeking. You'll also learn about networking venues in the field and how to interview effectively and appropriately. This three-hour workshop uses actual ads from the recent Lodestar Center Nonprofit News to help you create the "total package" as you seek and apply for current job openings in the nonprofit sector.

Laws and Legal Issues Affecting Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 110)
January 29 – 30: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday
Learn about the legal framework under which tax-exempt organizations operate and are regulated, including a discussion of the oversight responsibilities of the Internal Revenue Service and various state agencies as they relate to the nonprofit sector and tax-exempt organizations. Explore legal rights and fiduciary obligations of directors, trustees, officers and members of nonprofit organizations, including a discussion of conflicts of interest, private inurement, private benefit, excess benefit and self-dealing transactions. Also, learn about legal and tax implications related to fundraising, charitable giving, political activities and commercial activities of tax-exempt organizations.

Effective Board Governance in Modern Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 111)
February 5 – 6: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday
This course provides a comprehensive review of contemporary board governance issues, alternatives, and recommendations. The course will include nonprofit organization success factors, board imperatives, board organization, board development, board-staff relationships, board financial management concerns, financial resource development, and stakeholder liaison.

The Press, Power & Politics (NMI 116)
February 26 – 27: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday
This course develops the knowledge and skills for nonprofit advocacy, including how to build a campaign, mobilize constituents for effective action, and organize public messaging. You’ll learn how nonprofits can make their “message” known to external groups and the techniques practitioners use when working with elected officials and media. The course will also cover the basic legal requirements for lobbying.

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.

The Arizona Smile Maker Award is presented by Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation to dental healthcare professionals in Arizona who are “giving people a reason to smile” by donating their expertise, skills and time back to the community. There are so many amazing people in this state that unselfishly give of their time and talent to help others. Help celebrate these wonderful, hidden treasures in our midst by nominating them for the Arizona Smile Maker Award. The award is available statewide to nominees in all 15 counties in Arizona. Nominations are being accepted through January 15, 2010 at 5 p.m. There are four categories for nominations: (1) Dentists who are Delta Dental of Arizona (DDAZ) participating providers (2) Dentists who are not DDAZ providers (3) Dental Hygienists (4) Other dental healthcare workers, support staff, oral health educators, etc.

For details and nomination forms please visit http://www.deltadentalaz.com/foundation.

Improving oral health for communities and residents of Arizona, particularly the underserved, is the mission of the Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation. Since 1997, the Foundation has focused resources across the state of Arizona promoting oral health and preventing dental disease in children and youth.

Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation’s Community Grants Program is designed to support communities and organizations statewide that focus on oral health promotion and dental disease prevention programs serving children and youth (prenatal programs through age 18).

The Foundation will consider grant requests from organizations in Arizona that have certified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status from the IRS and are in good standing with the Arizona Corporation Commission. The Foundation funds public schools, federally recognized Indian tribes and their component agencies, and can make grants to governmental entities. Faith based organizations that are registered charities or incorporated not-for-profits are eligible to apply for Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation funding, provided the program or project is not religious in nature. The Foundation does not fund religious activities. The Foundation does not fund individuals as applicants.

Application deadline: Thursday December 10th at 5 p.m. Complete details, grant guidelines and application questions are available online at: http://www.deltadentalaz.com/foundation.

The Arizona Community Foundation is pleased to announce the award of $784,414 in grants to 53 nonprofit organizations through its annual Open Competitive Grant Cycle. ACF focused this year’s grants on facilitating collaboration and helping organizations build fundraising capacity. Each applicant was required to match the requested grant amount with its own funds on a 2:1, or 50 cents on the dollar, basis. Proof of those funds and their source(s) was required as part of the application process, thus ensuring the organization’s stability and the sustainability of the proposed project.

The projects that received fundraising support ranged from contracting a major gifts and planned giving manager, to staff and communications support for an annual giving campaign, to grant writing training for a staff member. One of the mergers being funded is the joining of Helping Hands Housing Services and UMOM New Day Centers under the UMOM banner. The merger will significantly streamline operations, eliminate duplicate work and combine donor lists to enhance fund development capabilities. The merger received an ACF grant for $20,000. Similarly, Phoenix Theatre’s acquisition of Greasepaint Youtheatre received a grant of $16,900, which will enable them to relocate Phoenix Theatre’s Cookie Company Theatre for Youth and create new activity at Scottsdale’s historic Stagebrush Theatre with expanded Greasepaint productions, workshops, and summer camps.

ACF received more than 200 requests for funding in the Open Competitive Grant Cycle this year. Diverse volunteer panels reviewed grant requests and made award recommendations. In addition to the grant funding, the recipient organizations will also be trained in successful collaboration strategies and measuring the impact and outcomes of their projects. The complete list of grant recipients is available at http://www.azfoundation.org.

The University of Texas at Austin and Dell are searching for student social entrepreneurs to dream up ingenious ideas to change the world. College students worldwide are invited to enter the 2010 Dell Social Innovation Competition for a chance to win $50,000 to turn their ideas into a new business or nonprofit with a mission to change lives for the better.

The deadline to enter is March 1, 2010. Students can submit their ideas online at http://www.dellsocialinnovationcompetition.com.

Along with students, citizens worldwide are invited to view, comment on, vote for and discuss the ideas in the online community forum. The RGK Center for Philanthropy and Community Service in the LBJ School of Public Affairs at The University of Texas at Austin introduced the Social Innovation Competition in 2006, awarding more than $200,000 in prizes to student social entrepreneurs. The RGK Center builds knowledge about nonprofit organizations, philanthropy and volunteerism, and prepares students and practitioners to make effective contributions to their communities.

The Phoenix Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® continues to accept applications from Arizona nonprofit organizations for its annual Community Grants Program. The application deadline is Friday, November 20. 

Earlier this year, the Komen Phoenix Affiliate was proud to award 33 community grants totaling more than $2.1 million to support breast cancer screening, treatment and education programs in central and northern Arizona. These grants are in addition to the $550,000 funded for the national Komen Research Grants and Awards Program, bringing the total of its 2009-2010 grants to a record $2.6 million. Since its beginnings in 1993, the Phoenix Affiliate has raised and granted more than $16 million to fight breast cancer. 

Funding raised during the 2009-2010 fiscal year – from events such as the Komen Phoenix Race for the Cure® – will be used to award grants for the 2010-2011 fiscal year. The grant cycle will run from April 1, 2010 to March 31, 2011.

Applications are being accepted from tax-exempt nonprofit organizations for innovative projects in the areas of breast health and/or breast cancer education and outreach, screening, and treatment to the medically underserved and/or underinsured or uninsured populations.

All grant applications must provide services in the Komen Phoenix Affiliate service area, which includes Apache, Coconino, Gila, La Paz, Maricopa, Mohave, Navajo, Pinal and Yavapai counties. The actual number of awards will depend on the amount of funds available.

For more information about applying for a grant, call (602)544-2873 or download an application at http://www.komenphoenix.org/.

On November 10th, Bank of America announced $400,000 in unrestricted grant funding to two Phoenix nonprofits that are meeting critical community needs - Central Arizona Shelter Services (CASS) and St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance. The awards are part of the bank's Neighborhood Excellence Initiative, which is helping to sustain nonprofits during this challenging economic time by investing $20 million in them in 2009 alone. As you know, this comes at a crucial time as nonprofits are facing increasing pressures in the current environment - demand is increasing and resources are dwindling.

Earlier this year, 230 Student Leaders from across the country, including five from Phoenix, participated in paid, eight-week summer internships with local nonprofit organizations and in a weeklong Bank of America student leadership summit in Washington, D.C. to learn about national service/civic engagement, financial education, and how nonprofits, businesses and government partner to create positive change. Additionally, five "Local Heroes" were awarded a $5,000 grant to donate to a nonprofit of his or her choice, and five "Student Leaders" were awarded with paid summer internships at Communities in Schools in Phoenix.

2009 Phoenix Local Heroes are:

• Jose Cardenas, of Chandler, will donate his grant to Xico, Inc.
• Randal Christensen, of Phoenix, will donate his grant to Phoenix Children's Hospital, Crews'n Healthmobile
• Gretchen Henson, of Phoenix, will donate her grant to CASS Dental at Murphy School
• Margaret Hunnicutt, of Tempe, will donate her grant to Tempe Community Council
• Bill and Judy Schubert, of Phoenix, will donate their grant to Ryan House

2009 Phoenix Student Leaders are:

• Mikaela Gibson, a senior at Chapparal H.S. (Phoenix)
• Revae Krueger, a graduate of Raymond S. Kellis H.S. (Glendale)
• Amy Lindsey, a graduate of Pinnacle H.S. (Scottsdale)
• Anthony Lopez, a senior at Millennium H.S. (Goodyear)
• Fernando Valle, a senior at North H.S. (Phoenix)

From executive directors of nonprofits and advocacy organizations to union representatives and community organizers, the PLF is a selective leadership program designed for a group of diverse and talented leaders who are passionate about working for progressive political and policy change. The Fellowship is a 9-month, part-time program for working professionals that focuses on core leadership areas, including progressive vision and values, fundraising, management, strategic planning, and communications. The program's base components include 1) weekend workshops, 2) 1-on-1 and group coaching, 3) networking, 4) independent projects and 5) mentorship.

Please feel free to call or e-mail them for answers to any questions you may have. Deadline is December 1st! CPL Arizona is committed to helping create a larger, more efficient and effective progressive movement - they hope you'll join them!

For more information please log onto: http://www.progressiveleaders.org or contact:
Angelica Delgadillo, Community Outreach Arizona Center for Progressive Leadership
141 East Palm Lane, Suite 215, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Office: 602.254.1495
Cell: 602-515-9414
E-mail: adelgadillo@progressiveleaders.org

Do you know an outstanding volunteer - a special someone who is high school age or older and selflessly gives time, talent and resources to fill a need in the community? If you do, it’s time to nominate them for the 2010 Hon Kachina Volunteer Awards. The Hon Kachina Council, known for recognizing outstanding volunteers, is conducting its annual statewide search in categories that include health care, neighborhood revitalization, youth or senior activities, the arts, education, food banks and nutrition services, justice, social services or other volunteer activities. Those chosen will be honored at an exclusive awards presentation in the fall of 2010 at Camelback Inn - A J.W. Marriott Resort and Spa. Each winner will receive the coveted hand-carved Hon Kachina doll, the most powerful healing kachina in the Hopi culture, plus a cash award for their nonprofit organization.

To receive nomination forms, visit http://www.honkachina.org and either complete the form online or print it out and mail it to: 3104 East Camelback Road, Suite 212, Phoenix, AZ 85016. All entries must be dated no later than Friday, January 29.

The Organization for Nonprofit Executives (ONE) is pleased once again to announce the 8th Annual Nonprofit “Director of the Year” Awards. ONE seeks to recognize nonprofit directors who have been outstanding examples of certain principles that ONE values among its ranks of Maricopa County nonprofit executives this past year. This is the perfect opportunity for peers, staff, board members, and community members to promote the achievements, community impact and dedicated work of nonprofit CPOs who have distinguished themselves in one of the following four areas:

• Organizational Leadership Award - For a CPO whose outstanding leadership has resulted in major accomplishments for their nonprofit organization.
• Community Partnership Award - For a CPO who has exhibited outstanding leadership in the development of, or participation in, community partnerships and collaborations that have had a significant impact on the community.
• Innovation Award - For a CPO who has exhibited outstanding leadership in developing or implementing new programs/projects, different and more effective ways of addressing a community problem, or delivering services to the community.
• Leader of Distinction Award - For CPOs with more than a decade of experience as leader of a nonprofit who have exhibited the qualities of an outstanding leader for a sustained period of time.

Nominations must be submitted online through ONE’s Web site (http://www.oneaz.org) by 5 p.m. on December 11. Nominations will be judged by a prestigious panel of nonprofit Executive Directors, CEO’s and business partners. Honorees will be announced at the awards presentation event as part of ONE Nonprofit Leader Day on March 17, 2010. ONE thanks awards sponsor Phoenix Philanthropy Group, who partners with organization to optimize their impact on their global society. Please consider nominating a deserving CPO!

*Note: Chief Professional Officers (CPOs) are often known as Executive Directors, CEOs, Presidents, etc.

Attention: Arizona Nonprofits, Schools, Government Agencies, Corporations And Churches! The Grant Writing Training Foundation Presents: Grant Writing Boot Camp.

This comprehensive, hands-on boot camp covers everything from grants-related terminology to how to conduct funding searches to actually writing the critical, high points review sections of a sure to win grant proposal. Bring real project ideas and supporting documentation and complete 95% of your proposal narrative onsite! Laptops welcome! Wireless Internet connection available. Research and write under Dr. Bev Browning’s one-on-one mentoring! Certificates of completion will only be issued to registrants in full attendance for both days of grant writing boot camp.
Date/Time: November 19 and 20 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: University of Phoenix - West Valley Learning Center (site; not a sponsor)
Address: 9520 W. Palm Lane - Phoenix (near 101 and McDowell Road) http://www.grantwritingbootcamp.us/ - Click on PHX: Nov 19 and 20 GWBC)

Fee of $499 (group discounts) Includes:

• Textbook
• Grant Writing For Dummies
• Third Edition Reference Book, John Wiley and Sons Handouts
• Three-ring binder with formatting examples and writing exercises Continental Breakfast
• Coffee, tea, water, and pastries
• Lunch is on your own at nearby restaurants

First 10 organizations registering will participate in Grand Prize Drawing for a new Netbook! For more information contact Dr. Beverly A. Browning at bevbrowning@cox.net, 480-768-7400 (Voice), or 800-859-2330 (eFax)

HandsOn Skills is a program that helps nonprofits meet their missions by tapping the professional expertise of volunteers. Organizations seeking volunteer assistance in the areas of computer technology, communications, training design and facilitation, or building trades are encouraged to apply for a HandsOn Skills volunteer. Contact brandy@handsonphoenix.org, 602.973.2212 x 226 to receive an application.

Organizations applying for a HandsOn Skills volunteer are invited to participate in the HandsOn Skills Project Development for Community Organizations Workshop. Workshops are being offered Friday, November 20, 8:30 to 10 a.m. and Wednesday, December 9, 8:30 to 10 a.m. at HandsOn Greater Phoenix, 5151 N 19th Ave, Ste 200. Space is limited. Please RSVP to brandy@handsonphoenix.org, 602.973.2212 x 226.

Advanced Financial Management for Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 113)
November 20 – 21: 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. NMI 103 is a prerequisite for this class.

Location: 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.

Topical Workshop — How to Start a Nonprofit Organization
November 21, 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 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.

Do you have questions about the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits? Do you wonder what they do? Are you a member already, but need more information about their programs and benefits?

“Walk through” the Alliance during this 30-minute webinar. Alliance staff will answer your questions and connect you to the knowledge you need.

Don’t fear the technology - if you have a telephone and an Internet connection that you can use at the same time, you have all the technology you need for this session. No software downloads, no training required. Click here to register now.

Date/Time: December 1, 10 - 10:30 a.m.
This is a free event.

This workshop will teach you what it is like to read and score grant applications once they are submitted for funding review.

• Did you ever wonder what happens once you mail your grant application?
• What exactly is the peer review process?
• How can one grant application be awarded funding and another is rejected when both grant applicants filled out all of the forms and followed the instructions for writing the narrative?

This dynamic session will take you through the grant application peer review process. You will review a grant application that was submitted to a federal funding agency. Will you be able to tell if it was funded or not? Come to the workshop and learn how to score grant applications like a veteran federal peer reviewer.

Presenter: Dr. Beverly Browning - author of Grant Writing for Dummies
Fee: $99
Register at: http://www.grantwritingbootcamp.us
Information: 480-768-7400

Conference Highlights:

• Jim Apperson, Director, Office of Economic Recovery - ARRA Overview and funding opportunities
• Aaron Sandeen, Assistant Director, Office of Economic Recovery - ARRA Reporting Requirements
• Paula Moloff, Retired Grants Coordinator, City of Glendale - Understanding Myers-Briggs Personality Types
• Hiedi Pahl, Maricopa Association of Governments Census Records - How to Build a Grant Proposal Using Numbers
• Jerry Dillehay, City of Mesa, and AAGP National Vice President - National Conference Update
• Chapter Annual Meeting and Election of Officers

Continental breakfast, two snacks, and lunch will be served.

Date/Time: Friday, December 4, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Lexington Hotel
1100 North Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Cost: Members: $50.00; Non-members: $60.00
Questions: Contact tammy.shreeve@peoria.gov or 623-773-5143.
Credit card payment via PayPal is available. To make a payment go to PayPal.com, click on the “Send Money” tab and follow the on-screen instructions. Use aagparizona@yahoo.com as the recipient. Deadline for registration is November 25.

Meet the Funders at the Alliance December Grants Forum. Find Out About Grants for Programming in the Arts, Childcare, Education, Affordable Housing, and General Operating Funds. The Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits, in partnership with the Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, is pleased to present the December Grants Forum. This forum connects grantseekers from nonprofits with funders to learn about opportunities for partnership, network with other nonprofits, and share knowledge. The program includes:

8:30 a.m. – 9 a.m. Check-In And Networking: Enjoy a continental breakfast and network with other organizations in the area.
9 a.m. – Noon. Grants Forum Presentations:

Scheduled presenters include:

• Charlie Boyd - The Sundt Foundation
• Robert Booker - Arizona Commission for the Arts
• Kellie Manthe - Bank of America Foundation, Arizona
• Karen Ortiz - The Helios Foundation

Date/Time: December 8, 8:30 am – Noon
Event Pricing: $25; $15 for Alliance Members
Event Location: Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, 400 E. Monroe, Phoenix, AZ 85004
For more information or to register: http://www.arizonanonprofits.org/events/eventdetails.aspx ?id=252

Stand out in the job market. Enhance your career. Enrich your knowledge. For only $10 per session you can gain CEU credits and valuable insight from content experts in the areas of major giving, Web site fundraising and planned gifts. Free to AFP members.

December 9, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
How to Have Conversations With Donors About Planned Gifts Presented by Kathryn W. Miree, author, consultant, past president of the National Committee on Planned Giving and editorial advisory board chair of The Journal of Gift Planning.

Register at http://www.afpaz.org/ to reserve your space. If you have any questions e-mail them at admin@afpaz.org or call 480-947-3459. Payment is due at the door on the day of the audio conference. They accept cash, check, VISA, MasterCard, and American Express.

Location: All three audio conferences will be held at Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation, 2419 W. 14th Street, Tempe. Parking is available all around the building; upon entry, sign in at the security desk. Signs will then direct you to the exact conference room and a member of the Education Committee will be there to greet you.

Organization for Nonprofit Executives (ONE) and ASU Lodestar Center present the 2009 Nonprofit Holiday Party and Vendor Fair. Meet old friends and make new acquaintances, mingle with vendors to learn about their services, win door prizes, and make merry! Enjoy a delicious lunch buffet and lots of holiday spirit.

Date/Time: Thursday, December 10. Open House: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: National Bank of Arizona Conference Center
6001 N. 24th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Adjacent free parking available

ONE Members receive 1 complimentary buffet lunch. Additional members and nonprofit guests are welcome for $23 per person. Registration is required. Register now at: http://www.oneaz.org. Bring your business card for door prizes!

Managing Volunteer Effectiveness (NMI 109)
December 11 – 12: 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 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.

The City of Glendale’s Sahuaro Ranch Park Historic Area (59th Ave. and Mountain View Rd.) will host Holiday at the Ranch on December 12 from 5 - 8 p.m. This is an annual family holiday event presented by Glendale Parks and Recreation. The expected attendance is over 2,000. This year’s event will feature family activities such as a gingerbread house display and cookie decorating crafts, games, community entertainment and much more. To add to the event, the City of Glendale would like to offer a fundraising opportunity to nonprofit organizations that are looking to raise money for their community programs.

Organizations are invited to sell your approved items to patrons at the event. In exchange for waiving your booth space fee, you’re asked to provide your own 10x10 canopy (white, red or green preferred), display holiday decorations/lighting on their booth, and provide a free holiday themed game/craft/activity for 200 children during the event hours.

If your organization is interested in this opportunity, please contact Paul King at 623-930-4203 or pking@glendaleaz.com for an application and more information. Submission deadline is November 27th.

Join the Arizona Community Foundation’s programs staff for “ACF Basics,” a free, ongoing overview of ACF’s grantmaking procedures, current initiatives and funding opportunities. Workshop topics include: funding priorities, grant cycles, eligibility requirements, components of ACF’s online grant application, and the grant application review process. ACF Basics will be held December 15, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Workshops will be held in the ACF office, located at 2201 E. Camelback Road, Suite 202 in Phoenix. Seating is limited. RSVP to Mallory Holguin at 602-682-2062 or mholguin@azfoundation.org. Please remember to indicate the date of the session you plan to attend.

Speaker: Office of Arizona State Treasurer Dean Martin
Topic: Arizona's Economic Challenges, Today and Tomorrow
Date: December 15th
Breakfast/Registration: 7:30 a.m.
Program: 8 - 9:15 a.m.
Cost: Members/$25 and Guests/$35
Location: Orange Tree Golf Resort/10601 N 56th St. in Scottsdale
For more information call 602-840-2900, or e-mail info@pgrtaz.org.

Effective Supervision (NMI 104)
December 18 – 19: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. both days

In this course, you will learn how to be an effective supervisor based on self-assessment and practical skill development. You will also learn what a supervisor needs to know about employment laws, behavioral-based interviewing, performance management, coaching and counseling, confident delegation and applying motivational theory.

Location: 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.

Your “starter kit” workshop for grantseeking success: here’s everything you need to get started on your way to grantseeking success in an all-in-one, fast-paced, resource-rich three-hour session. You’ll explore the essential rules of the grantsmanship “gameboard,” including mission-driven grantsmanship, the power of partnership, effective program planning, funder research and relationships, and creating winning proposals.

Date/Time: December 29, 9 a.m. - Noon
Location: Goodwill of Central Arizona, 2626 W. Beryl Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85021 
Event Pricing: (per workshop) - $46.75 for Alliance Member and JGA Subscribers; $55 non-members
Click here to register

Results-Oriented Program Evaluation (NMI 108)
January 4 – 25 (ONLINE)

In today’s environment of growing demand and competing priorities, a manager needs information in order to make sound decisions about where and how to focus resources to achieve desired results consistent with an organization’s mission. This course covers the design and implementation of a results-oriented program evaluation system that produces valid, credible and useful information.

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

The Grant Writing Training Foundation Presents: Federal Grants 101. This workshop will teach you what it is like to read and score grant applications once they are submitted for funding review. Did you ever wonder what happens once you mail your grant application? What exactly is the peer review process? How can one grant application be awarded funding and another is rejected when both grant applicants filled out all of the forms and followed the instructions for writing the narrative? This dynamic session will take you through the grant application peer review process.

Working alone and in small peer view teams, Dr. Beverly A. Browning, author of Grant Writing For Dummies, will show you how to:

• Identify technical errors that can eliminate your grant application prior to its’ reaching the peer review process.
• Spot weaknesses in the grant application narrative.
• Write objective feedback for failed grant applicants.
• Work alone and in peer review teams to come to a group consensus on approvals and rejections.
• How to turn weaknesses into strengths - skills that can carry over to your own grant writing efforts and improve your chances of winning a highly competitive grant award.

Date/Time: January 6, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Marriott University Park. 880 E. Second Street, Tucson (downtown, near U of A).
Cost: $129 per person (includes coffee/tea/water and muffins).
For registration form directions, visit http://www.grantwritingbootcamp.us - Click on Jan. 6 Tucson: FedGr101
Giveaways and handouts! Register early, seats will fill fast! Dr. Bev is a big draw!
For more information, call 480-768-7400.

Social Entrepreneurship (NMI 121)
January 8 – 9: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. both days

This course introduces you to how nonprofit organizations are earning income and diversifying funding through social entrepreneurship. You will compare nonprofit to for-profit business and learn the difference between social entrepreneurship and social enterprise. You’ll also learn how to recognize opportunity and alternative revenue models, as well as develop organizational structures and nontraditional funding to launch your own nonprofit organization’s social venture.

Location: 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.

Topical Workshop — Defining and Refining Your Nonprofit Job Search: Networking, Resumes, Letters and Interviews
Wednesday, January 20, 6 – 9 p.m.

Whether you’re looking for a promotion, a new position, or a career transition from the for-profit to the nonprofit sector, this hands-on workshop provides you the knowledge, skills, and resources you’ll need to write a truly effective resume and prepare a dynamic cover letter that focuses on the fit between your skills and the position you’re seeking. You’ll also learn about networking venues in the field and how to interview effectively and appropriately. This three-hour workshop uses actual ads from the recent Lodestar Center Nonprofit News to help you create the “total package” as you seek and apply for current job openings in the nonprofit sector.

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.

Laws and Legal Issues Affecting Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 110)
January 29 – 30: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

Learn about the legal framework under which tax-exempt organizations operate and are regulated, including a discussion of the oversight responsibilities of the Internal Revenue Service and various state agencies as they relate to the nonprofit sector and tax-exempt organizations. Explore legal rights and fiduciary obligations of directors, trustees, officers and members of nonprofit organizations, including a discussion of conflicts of interest, private inurement, private benefit, excess benefit and self-dealing transactions. Also, learn about legal and tax implications related to fundraising, charitable giving, political activities and commercial activities of tax-exempt organizations.

Location: 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.

Effective Board Governance in Modern Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 111)
February 5 – 6: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

This course provides a comprehensive review of contemporary board governance issues, alternatives, and recommendations. The course will include nonprofit organization success factors, board imperatives, board organization, board development, board-staff relationships, board financial management concerns, financial resource development, and stakeholder liaison.

Location: 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.

The Press, Power & Politics (NMI 116)
February 26 – 27: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

This course develops the knowledge and skills for nonprofit advocacy, including how to build a campaign, mobilize constituents for effective action, and organize public messaging. You’ll learn how nonprofits can make their “message” known to external groups and the techniques practitioners use when working with elected officials and media. The course will also cover the basic legal requirements for lobbying.

Location: 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.

Description: The New Mexico Community Foundation (NMCF) seeks a new President and CEO with a collaborative, facilitative leadership style and a passion for promoting the fulfillment of NMCF’s vision and mission. The President and CEO will serve as the key spokesperson and face of NMCF to its donors, grantees, and the people of New Mexico at large. The new President and CEO will have a broad-based mix of experience and skills to build organizational capacity, promote philanthropy throughout the state, and advance the Foundation’s role in civic engagement. This position offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits.

Qualifications: NMCF seeks a seasoned professional who has:

• Significant leadership experience in the private, public, independent, or community foundation sector
• An inclusive, consensus-building leadership style that demonstrates transparency and high ethical standards
• Ability to inspire Board members, staff, clients, benefactors, and partners in the community
• Demonstrated track record of successful fundraising from a variety of sources
• Solid understanding of the role of philanthropy in building community engagement
• Ability to foster an environment that results in efficient and effective organizational management
• Solid experience in quantifying and measuring the performance of organizations
• Wisdom and prudence in deployment of financial resources
• Proven ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a wide variety of constituencies
• Proficiency in Spanish

How to Apply: Please submit your credentials and a letter of interest via e-mail to the attention of Vincent Robinson at NMCF@the360group.us. No calls, please. Applications must be received no later than November 29th at 5 p.m. (Pacific time). NMCF seeks to have the right individual in place by early 2010.

Description: Neighbors Who Care, a nonprofit organization serving the elderly in the Sun Lakes/south Chandler area of Arizona has an opening for an Executive Director, reporting to the Board of Directors. Neighbors Who Care serves over 700 elderly clients with more than 600 volunteers delivering services including transportation, meal delivery, minor repairs, care-giver relief and case management. Their mission is to keep the elderly in their homes. An employee staff of seven full- and part-time employees supports their office operations. The Executive Director manages the office staff to operate the organization’s programs; is accountable for promoting the NWC mission and vision; prepares and tracks budgets for each fiscal year; prepares a monthly report to the Board, giving status of operations and any recommendations; and maintains and builds relationships with grantors, donors, and clients. See their web site for more information about the organization: http://www.neighborswhocare.com/.

Qualifications: Three to five years’ experience in the field of social services, with an emphasis on elder care. The candidate must have strong written and verbal communications skills and be able to multi-task in an environment with frequent interruptions. An academic degree in Business, Communications, Gerontology or Social Services is preferred. They also prefer experience working in a nonprofit setting and familiarity with volunteer programs. Additional weight will be assigned for successful experience in grant writing, or management of grant writing activities.

How to Apply: Please e-mail resume, salary requirements and references to Phil Hemberg at nwcresume@wbhsi.net (e-mail of resumes only).

Description: NHPC is seeking qualified applicants for the Executive Director position. The Executive Director is responsible for overall leadership of administration, clinical, regulatory, policy and financial direction of the organization, and is accountable for organizational vision and promotion of the organization to the community. The Executive Director ensures that the hospice organizes, manages and administers its resources to provide the hospice care and services to patients, caregivers, and families, necessary for the palliation and management of the end of life experience. The Executive Director serves as the administrative officer of the organization and functions as liaison between the Board of Directors, employees and the community.

Qualifications: Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree and five years’ experience in health care, preferably with hospice and leadership/management experience - including fiscal oversight, fund and revenue development, policy and procedure, and operational planning. Candidates will have demonstrated success in fundraising, endowment, grant writing, revenue generation, and profit and loss management. Experience working with a nonprofit Board of Directors is preferred.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, send a cover letter and resume to the NHPC board of director’s president, Lee Treece, at lotreece@peoplepc.com, or call him at 928.774.4826.

Description: The Event Coordinator is a full time non-exempt position providing administrative and clerical support to all ACF departments in a team environment. Excellent benefit package includes paid vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave, health insurance, short and long term disability and retirement. Essential job functions are as follows:

• Coordinate setup and breakdown of meetings, including organizing materials, equipment setup and operation
• Coordinate special events, including preparation of materials and name tags
• Create presentations using Microsoft Power Point
• Assist with database entry, data pulls and mailings
• Back-up to Receptionist and Office Clerk

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Superior computer literacy skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be detail oriented and maintain a high level of accuracy, dependability and organizational skills
• Excellent telephone and filing skills
• Must have the ability to lift 50 lbs.

How to Apply: Please submit resume with cover letter to sellis@azfoundation.org. Full job description can be viewed at http://www.azfoundation.org.

Description: The executive assistant performs a variety of highly responsible, confidential and complex secretarial and administrative duties for the COO/President. The incumbent acts as a liaison between Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center (SARRC), outside agencies and the general public. S/he also attends meetings, prepares minutes and reports for the COO/President, and maintains confidential and sensitive information.

Qualifications: The successful candidate will possess an associate’s degree, have ten or more years’ previous administrative experience, and a knowledge of the following:

• Current office practices, equipment and work scheduling
• Applicable software and data processing applications
• Business letter writing and report preparation
• Principles, practices and methods of accounting and budget preparation
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and sentence structure

How to Apply: Candidates should forward their full resumes to:
Kathy Hand/Christine Harms
Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center
300 North 18th Street Phoenix, AZ 85006.
Fax (602) 218-8176
E-mail: khand@autismcenter.org and charms@autismcenter.org

Description: The Director of Development is responsible for leading the School’s advancement program as adopted by the Governing Board. Pine Forest School provides an education of the whole child, utilizing Waldorf-centered educational methods. Salary and Benefits: Starting salary range of $35,000 - $40,000, dependent on qualifications, with benefits. The main areas of responsibility include:

• Design, implement and manage all fundraising activities, including capital campaigns and annual giving, fundraising events and school festivals
• Develop relationships with corporations, foundations and individuals, including parents, grandparents, alumni, faculty and staff, and other key persons
• Manage all strategies for donor cultivation, solicitation, and relations; foster positive and enduring relationships that nurture a culture of philanthropic support
• Research and write grant proposals for foundations, corporations and other funding areas, such as Federal Stimulus Moneys, State grants and Federal grants
• Create office systems to support all Development projects and gift record-keeping
• Manage timely acknowledgement efforts, recognition, and stewardship of donors
• Work closely with the School Director, Board, and Faculty to develop a public relations and marketing plan
• Create and implement a communication and promotional plan for the Capital Campaign.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree, required
• A minimum of 3 years’ professional fundraising and/or marketing experience
• Must have excellent leadership and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and manage multiple priorities
• Strong computer skills.

How to Apply: Resume and cover letter by November 30 to Pine Forest Charter School, 1120 W. Kaibab Lane, Flagstaff, AZ, 86001. Or you may submit electronically to michael.heffernan@pineforestschool.com. For a full job description, call PFS at 928-779-9880. For more information about Pine Forest School, please visit http://www.pineforestschool.com.

Description: The American Red Cross Grand Canyon Chapter seeks a Chief Development Officer. This position is responsible for a leading comprehensive philanthropic program, including major individual donors, corporate and foundation support, and identifying and cultivating prospects. Benefits included. Salary is commensurate with experience. EOE.

Qualifications: The successful candidate will have a proven track record and demonstrate superior teamwork and management skills, as well as the passion and commitment required to represent the world's leading humanitarian organization. S/he will also possess the following:

• bachelor’s degree and CFRE, preferred
• Knowledge and experience will all facets of the development field, especially major gift fundraising
• Ability to develop and implement strategic development plans
• Minimum 5 years’ senior development experience, required
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• The ability to work in partnership with volunteers and staff throughout the Red Cross system is essential.

How to Apply: Resumes will not be accepted without a cover letter. This position will remain open until filled. Please submit a resume with cover letter by one of the following two methods:

• Direct mail: American Red Cross, 6135 N. Black Canyon Hwy., Phoenix, AZ 85015, Attention: Human Resources
• E-mail: sowsley@arizonaredcross.org (attach Microsoft Word files).

Description: Southwest Human Development, a nonprofit organization, provides high-quality services in early childhood development, child health and welfare, services for children with disabilities, training, and Head Start. This rapidly growing agency serves 80,000 children and families a year and is one of the largest nonprofit human services organizations in the state.

Southwest Human Development’s Development Department is seeking a Grants Manager for corporate and foundation grants. Responsibilities include research, writing, reporting, database management, and stewardship. The manager will also support development functions through assistance with corporate sponsorships, marketing, and other fundraising efforts as a member of the development team. Visit http://www.swhd.org to learn more about Southwest Human Development.

Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree, required. Minimum 2 years’ grant/development experience. Strong writing, communication, organization, and analytical skills, as well as proficiency in Microsoft programs and experience with donor databases (required).

How to Apply: Please specify Job # 09-1511 when applying for this position.
Apply via mail, e-mail, fax or in person to:
Southwest Human Development
2850 N. 24th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 266-5976 phone
(602) 274-8952 fax
kkuntz@swhd.org

Description: The Accountant is a full-time, exempt position that functions as part of the ACF Finance Team: a group of professionals dedicated to providing excellent service to ACF donors, grantees, staff, and professional advisors by maintaining the highest level of clearly stated, timely and accurate financial records which meet GAAP and IRS requirements. Essential job functions are maintaining and reconciling cash and investment accounts, overseeing fund spending, preparing financial and fund statements and completing internal reports.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting, CPA preferred.
• Knowledge of large, automated financial and accounting reporting systems
• Experience in the nonprofit, and/or service industry, preferred.
• Excellent communications skills, written and verbal.
• Strong technology skills, including expertise with Microsoft Excel.

How to Apply: Please submit resume with cover letter to sellis@azfoundation.org no later than Monday, November 30. Full job description can be viewed at http://www.azfoundation.org.

Description: The development associate will play a critical role in supporting the regional development team by crafting and overseeing all written communications for the development team. This includes drafting all grant proposals and outcomes reports to corporate and foundation donors and prospects, serving as the primary contact for all marketing materials, reviewing sub- $100K proposals, editing corps member letters, managing internal systems, tracking all deadlines for written communications, and serving as the main author of communication for external audiences and the regional development team.

How to Apply: Please click here to apply.

Description: The Arizona Broadway Theatre seeks a Development Director who will be responsible and accountable for the development, implementation, management, and evaluation of an overall fundraising program. The Development Director provides impetus and support to the fundraising efforts of the Board and the Executive Producer by executing all annual, sponsorship, capital, endowment, and planned giving programs, as well as fundraising events. S/he staffs the Development Committee of the Board and provides timely and accurate reports to the Executive Producer and to the Board. As part of the senior management team that reports to the Executive Producer, s/he designs and implements strategies to achieve, or to exceed, annual fundraising goals; manages the application and reporting processes for all grants; and ensures proper record-keeping and stewardship of all gifts from individuals and institutions.

Qualifications: The successful candidate will have a proven track record of professional fundraising experience with not-for-profit organizations, and a track record for achieving or exceeding income goals; experience working with a performing arts organization is preferred. S/he will have demonstrated success with both annual and capital fundraising. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic fundraiser with a deep respect for philanthropy. S/he will be a person of integrity, maturity, high ethical standards, sound judgment, and good common sense. S/he will have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with the many and diverse stakeholders of ABT.

How to Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume and salary history to: Kiel Klaphake, Executive Producer - kielk@azbroadwaytheatre.com.

Description: Grant specifications for this position are to raise $200,000 in 2010, increase awareness and understanding of Release the Fear (RTF) programs and mission, and generally increase the sustainability of RTF. Key responsibilities include the following:

• Work with Board of Directors to determine grant priorities and key funding prospects
• Write, edit and submit selected grants on behalf of the organization
• Work with RTF to ensure grant reporting requirements are met: including writing, editing and submitting written reports to the grantors and Board of Directors
• Create grant writing action plan
• Develop local, regional, and national funding sources
• Attend an RTF workshop
• Seek and develop grant and funding opportunities (Corporate, Private Foundations, Government (including Title One and Four), and Individuals)
• Maintain task timeline (events/reports/due dates/program dates/grant periods)
• Write press releases on funding obtained
• Attend major RTF events (approximately 4 per year)
• Donor communications (thank-you letters, grant follow-up, RTF updates)
• Connect all potential donors with RTF founder, Robert Miley
• Grant coordination and management

Qualifications:

• One to three years’ successful grant writing experience; experience in a creative education context is a plus
• Strong written and oral communication, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management, organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, including follow through and tracking
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment
• Computer skills - including Excel, Microsoft Word, internet and e-mail.

How to Apply: To apply, or for more information, e-mail cover letter, resume, salary requirements, writing sample and 3 work-related references to info@releasethefear.org.

Description: Native American Connections (NAC) has a dynamic opportunity for an effective, efficient manager with excellent organizational and computer skills, and an analytical focus. The billing manager is responsible for managing the billing and A/R functions of a behavioral health program. This position will monitor, manage and analyze the billing and claims functions for NAC. S/he will provide leadership, direction and training to all billing staff, and meet the needs of payers, co-workers and customers in a culturally diverse and increasingly demanding healthcare environment.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED; BA/BS or MA degree preferred
• Minimum of three years’ supervisory/management experience, preferred
• Five to seven years’ experience related to responsibilities specified
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to work effectively with a wide range of people, teams, managers, supervisors, and vendors
• Working knowledge of cash management principles and/or procedures
• Excellent knowledge of health care billing concepts, procedures, documentation, cycles and standards.
• Knowledge about operational characteristics and procedural requirements of third party medical insurance payers
• Ability to make sound and evaluative judgments
• Strong organizational, problem solving and analytical skills
• Proficient with MS Office; expert in Microsoft Excel; excellent with spreadsheet and medical billing software applications
• Must be proficient with ClaimTrak electronic record-keeping software
• Experience working with the Native American population is preferred

How to Apply: Send resume or completed application to: NAC, 4520 N. Central, Suite 600, Phoenix, AZ 85012. Fax: 602-256-7356. E-mail: m.stilwell@nativeconnections.org.

Description: The North American Quitline Consortium (NAQC) is seeking a Communications Manager to develop and implement communication strategies in support of NAQC’s goals. The Manger reports directly to the President and CEO. S/he is responsible for:

• Providing high quality internal and external communications to members, partners and the public;
• Implementing a style guide for all NAQC products, including Web site
• Maintaining and enhancing content on the Web site
• Developing and/or editing advocacy and public relations materials
• Overseeing media relations
• Assuring high quality products, delivered on time and within budget.

Qualifications: The following education, experience and qualities are desired for this position:

• BS/BA degree in related field (required)
• 2-5 years’ relevant experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (2003 and 2007), Internet Explorer, Outlook, Constant Contact templates and Access (required). Basic HTML skills are also helpful.
• Experience in developing, implementing and enforcing standards for communications materials and Web site
• Experience in developing substantive reports, public relations documents and advocacy materials. This includes ability to write/edit and oversee graphic design, production and dissemination of materials
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills
• Must be a self-starter, problem solver, consensus builder, and team member
• Must be tactful, diplomatic and mature
• Must be able to work in a virtual environment (requires strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact by phone and e-mail with staff, members, strategic partners and other professionals in the U.S. and Canada)

How to Apply: To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to NAQC at:
North American Quitline Consortium
3030 N. Central Ave, Suite 602
Phoenix, AZ 85018
Phone: 602-279-2719
FAX: 602-279-2740
E-mail: NAQC@NAQuitline.org
NAQC expects to fill the position on or before January 1.

Description: Childsplay, a nonprofit professional theatre company, is seeking a highly motivated individual to join their ensemble as Director of Community Engagement. This is a full-time, exempt position that is responsible for planning, implementing and coordinating all activities related to promotion, public relations and marketing for the organization. Applicants are expected to submit a resume or curriculum vita, along with a brief writing sample - i.e. sample press release, partnership proposal, submitted/published article.

How to Apply: Details about the position and on submitting an application can be found at http://www.childsplayaz.org/employment.php. No phone calls please. Childsplay is an equal opportunity employer and they value the diversity of their ensemble along with the community they serve. Due to their work in the schools and with young people, all serious candidates must submit to finger printing and a background criminal check.

Description: Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art is looking for a part-time security officer to monitor galleries and comply with established security and safety procedures. Responsibilities include opening and closing the museum and serving as in-gallery security personnel under the director of the Protection Services Manager. The security officer assists with basic technical set-up, walk-thru, inspection of artworks, equipment checks, stocking brochures, and turning on exhibitions components when appropriate.

Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent required. Understanding and appreciation of, or study in arts desired. Previous gallery experience and work with the public is preferred. Must be available for flexible day, evening and weekend shifts.

How to Apply: Apply to: Resumes@sccarts.org. EOE.

Description: Provides property leasing, orientation, assistance, and activities coordination for residents at assigned Native American Connections (NAC) properties. Open the leasing office and community rooms at designated times. Prepare all new leases, new resident orientation to facility, and describe services for individual residents. Provide on-site supervision of property and assist residents with questions and concerns, as needed. Work closely with maintenance staff, coordinate property maintenance and accompany outside contractors while on site. Develop, schedule and implement a full schedule of life skills and social/recreational activities, using both internal and external facilitators or providers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a social services, or senior’s activities development, and two years’ experience in service delivery (preferred)
• OR any combination of related education, professional training or work experience which demonstrates the ability to successfully perform duties
• Tax credit certification, or experience in tax credit property leasing and/or management
• Experience with Yardi (property management accounting software) is preferable
• Knowledge of social and recreational activities for seniors
• Experience in developing and implementing social and life skills to seniors (preferable)
• Must be able to work well with others in a team setting
• Experience in working with the Native American population is preferred
• Excellent communication skills – written and oral
• Possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license
• Must have good organizational and listening skills
• MS Office skills

How to Apply: Send resume or completed application to: NAC, 4520 N. Central, Suite 600, Phoenix, AZ 85012. Fax: 602-256-7356. E-mail: m.stilwell@nativeconnections.org.

Description: The Tucson Interfaith HIV/AIDS Network (TIHAN) seeks a full-time Director of CarePartner Support to oversee support services for people living with HIV/AIDS. Responsibilities include coordination of CarePartner support services, supervision of volunteer CareTeams, Poz Cafe monthly lunch program, and other volunteer-based support services for CarePartners living with HIV/AIDS. Additional responsibilities include recognition and retention practices that will support TIHAN volunteers and programs, and maintaining relationships with healthcare providers and social service agencies. Salary DOE; benefit package includes health/dental insurance. AA/EOE.

Qualifications: This full-time position requires a bachelor’s degree, three years’ experience in client support services and volunteer coordination, sensitivity to HIV-related issues, interfaith and multi-cultural issues, and confidentiality. Requires some evening and weekend availability. Bilingual persons and persons living with HIV encouraged to apply.

How to Apply: Submit cover letter, resume and list of three professional references to scott@tihan.org. Review of resumes begins immediately.

Description: This is a full-time, non-exempt, benefits-eligible position. Salary Range: $32,500 - $36,100. The community impact coordinator is responsible to lead and support key projects around the Financial Stability Partnership Initiative. S/he also organizes FSP committee meetings, collects data, and provides assistance to key partners. This position acts as the primary liaison between Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Site Coordinators and VSUW. The coordinator works as team member for Early Childhood and Quality Improvement Projects and assumes primary responsibility for ongoing input and maintenance of data systems for Quality First, including acting as liaison with First Things First and Subcontractors on issues related to data. He/she will provide other assistance to Early Childhood Programs as requested.

How to Apply: For complete details on position, skills and requirements, how best to get your cover letter/resume to them and to learn more about their organization, please visit http://www.vsuw.org. Once there, click on About Us, then Careers. If you have questions, please e-mail them at staffing@vsuw.org. Please no phone inquiries. VSUW is an E.O.E. Interested candidates should provide their information by Monday November 23rd.

Description: The Nonprofit Organization Resource Group, LLC (NORG) is a collaborative effort of career nonprofit professionals that provide results-focused leadership, management and project services to associations, societies, charities and other nonprofit organizations. They have a position available for a part-time meeting coordinator. This position will work 30-32 hours/week, Mon thru Fri, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Compensation for this position is $12-$15/hour. The meeting coordinator is responsible for coordinating meetings and educational programs for several different types of nonprofit organizations.

Qualifications: The successful candidate will meet the following requirements:

• Have a minimum one year educational meeting planning experience
• Be dependable, flexible and a self-starter
• Have a clear, audible speaking voice and a pleasant, engaging demeanor
• Be detail-oriented, organized and resourceful
• Be able to thrive, problem-solve and remain calm in a hectic, deadline-oriented environment
• Employ excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Be very proficient with MS Office software and willing/able to learn other computer applications, as needed.

How to Apply: For more information on this position, or to apply, please contact Marie Fredette at 480-491-0540, or e-mail marie@nonprofitorg.info.

Description: Under the direct supervision of the clinical supervisor, this position provides intake, orientation and case management services for clients participating in Native American Connections programs in the out-patient clinic. Consideration will only be given to candidates eligible for BHT qualifications. Requirements include:

Qualifications:

• A master’s degree or bachelor’s degree in the behavioral health field with 2 years’ experience, or an Associates of Arts degree in the behavioral health field with 4 years’ experience as a Behavioral Health Technician.
• Understand the dynamics of chemical dependency and demonstrate the ability to integrate the knowledge for practical application.
• Know the economic, educational and social problems of Native Americans and referral sources available.
• Excellent communication skills – written and oral.
• Possess and maintain a valid Arizona drivers license.
• MS Office skills.

How to Apply: Send cover letter and resume, or completed application, to Native American Connections:
NAC, 4520 N. Central, Suite 600, Phoenix, AZ 85012.
Fax: 602-256-7356
E-mail: m.stilwell@nativeconnections.org

Description: Under the direct supervision of the clinical supervisor, this position is responsible for the development, coordination, management and delivery of direct client counseling services to assigned individuals and groups participating in Native American Connections programs. Responsibilities for this position include the following:

• Provide substance abuse education and counseling to individuals/groups and families in the areas outlined in the program description and structure of curriculum content
• Provide intake, assessment and referral services
• Document / monitor the documentation of all services provided through client records and data
• Oversee and assist each assigned client with individualized service planning and reviews
• Provide culturally sensitive therapy modalities through existing services, outside referral services, or the development of new services
• Provide input into budget planning, monitor program revenues and expenses, and analyze variances
• Supervise up to four interns, volunteers, and/or peer support individuals

Qualifications:

• A master’s degree in behavioral health field (preferred)
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in behavioral health field with 5 years’ experience
• Licensed by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as a Substance Abuse Counselor, Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family therapist, Social Worker or other license as appropriate (preferred)
• Possess a background in the delivery of individual/group/family counseling services, with a chemical dependency population
• Knowledge of current evidence-based practices for screening, assessment and treatment of substance use problems and dependency
• Working knowledge of the American Society of Addiction Medicine’s Patient Placement Criteria
• Experience in working with the Native American population (preferred)
• Possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license
• Possess and maintain a current fingerprint clearance card
• MS Office skills

How to Apply: Send resume or complete application to: NAC, 4520 N. Central, Suite 600, Phoenix, AZ 85012; fax: 602-256-7356; or e-mail: m.stilwell@nativeconnections.org. EEO/AA.

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