Nonprofit Services Center
Nonprofit Services Center (NSC) www.nonprofitservices.org and MFH have teamed up to provide training and consultation services to nonprofit health organizations across the MFH service region. These services help nonprofits enhance their organizational development, fundraising capabilities and leadership development.
September:
A Good Program to Make a Difference with Volunteers
Presented by: Renee Johnson
Thursday, September 16 | 12PM - 3PM | $40 | The Resort at Arrowhead (Osage Beach) | Register
Class Description: For many nonprofits, volunteers play a major role in the success of the organization. In this economic climate with demands on services increasing, a well managed volunteer program can help your organization meet the needs of your constituents. Help your organization prepare for volunteers, especially with more volunteers coming out of the corporate sector available now to move into roles in service and volunteering. More information
Guide to the New 990
Presented by Jim Ritts
Tuesday, September 28 | 12PM- 3PM | $40| Capital Plaza Hotel (Jefferson City) | Register
Class Description: What you should know about the new Forms 990 and 990 EZ, including changes for 2009, transparency, governance policies and how to communicated with your Board. More Information
October
Effective Grantwriting: Making Your Case for Support
Presented by: Mary Peterson
Tuesday, October 5 | 9AM-3PM | $50 | Black River Coliseum (Poplar Bluff) | Register
Class Description: Engaging and personalized workshop to teach writing an effective grant with new attention given to understanding skill of developing goals, outcomes, activities and measures. Participants should come prepared to work with any project and finish the workshop completing some part(s) of a proposal. Designed for the beginner and moderately experienced professional. More Information
Senior Management Workshop: Every Day Strategic Planning
Presented by Steve Zimmerman
Wednesday & Thursday, October 13-14| 9AM – 3PM Both Days| NSC | Register
This two-day interactive workshop delivers a framework for looking at your organization, understanding what you want to accomplish, your business model and how your programs and fundraising activities work together to create a sustainable and effective organization. Participants will understand deeper the true costs of running their programs and revenue strategies as well as their intended impact and the use of logic models in accomplishing their mission. In doing so, we introduce a new process for strategic planning that recognizes the dynamic world we live in and provides with you the tools to quickly assess your environment and make strategic decisions for impact and sustainability.
Developing a Dynamic Board: A Key to Nonprofit Effectiveness
Presented by: Jane Klieve
Tuesday, October 19 | 12PM - 3PM | $40 | Osage Community Center (Cape Girardeau) | Register
Class Description: A well run, effective nonprofit board of directors doesn't just "happen" - it must be nurtured with an understanding of roles, responsibilities and the key concepts of good goverance and practice. What steps should an organization take to build a strong executive/governance team to move your nonprofit forward? More information
Legal Considerations: What Nonprofit Board Members Should Know
Presented by: Susan Rowe
Thursday, October 21 | 8 - 10 AM | Engineers Club of St. Louis
Class Description:Legal considerations for nonprofits include legal liabilities with social networking, and employment law and other related legal regulations affecting nonprofits. More information
A Beginners Guide to Fundraising
Presented by Donna McGinnis
Tuesday, October 26 | 9AM-12PM | $40| Osage Community Center (Cape Girardeau) |
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Class Description: If you - or your agency - are new to fundraising, join NSC to learn the basic concepts and strategies of fund development. In this half-day session, participants will get an overview of the ways charities can raise contributed income, and the best practices and ethics that apply. Participants will also receive recommendations for resources to build skills further. This workshop is ideal for nonprofit executives new to the fundraising role and organizations considering fund development for the first time. The instructor, Donna McGinnis, MBA, CFRE, is a 20 year veteran of the nonprofit world with extensive experience in fund development. More Information
November
Demystifying the Nonprofit Budget
Presented by: Valerie Blackmon
Tuesday, November 2 | 9AM-12PM | $40 | Joplin Marriott | Register
Class Description:Participants will learn about the steps in the budgeting process, developing realistic budgets, identify direct and indirect expenses and methods for allocating program costs. More information
Good Program to Make a Difference with Volunteers
Presented by: Renee Johnson
Tuesday, November 9 | 9AM-12PM | $40 | Nonprofit Services Center | Register
Class Description: For many nonprofits, volunteers play a major role in the success of the organization. In this economic climate with demands on services increasing, a well managed volunteer program can help your organization meet the needs of your constituents. Help your organization prepare for volunteers, especially with more volunteers coming out of the corporate sector available now to move into roles in service and volunteering. More information
Maximize Major Giving: Through Practical Individual Donor Research
Presented by: Wendy Dyer
Wednesday, November 10 | 9AM-12PM | $40 | Nonprofit Services Center | Register
Class Description: Learn about the evolution of donor research - from footwork to internet and cost considerations in this hands on workshop. More information
Fundraising in a New Economy
Presented by: Donna McGinnis
Thursday, November 18 | 9AM-12PM | $40 | University Plaza Hotel (Springfield) | Register
Class Description: Two years into the economic downturn, nonprofit organizations - and the donors who fund them - are doing business differently. Learn what is happening, what experts are predicting, and what successful organizations are doing. Join NSC instructor Donna McGinnis, MBA, CFRE, a 20-year veteran of the nonprofit sector, to discuss what your organization should know as you make plans for next year. More Information