Programs are the strategies nonprofit organizations use to fulfill their missions and create community impact. As such, they are the heart of the organization. Even so, many groups make false starts in developing programs or do not know how to renew or ret

Participants in this workshop will learn from experienced practitioners about a model for strategic thinking that offers real-time planning and feedback loops on programs and initiatives. When partnered with more traditional strategic planning, strategic t

The key to success for nearly every nonprofit is the ability to “communicate”: with donors, with allies, with the people we serve, with people whose minds we hope to change. But many nonprofits don’t know the basics. This rowdy, interactive, sometimes soul

This workshop explores basic concepts for successful, long-term fund development. Topics include: Identifying prospects and cultivating relationships Selecting the appropriate solicitation strategies Engaging the board Building your organization’s developm

Effective supervision contributes directly to organizational mission effectiveness. It is critical to maintaining a productive staff in the face of shifting and competing priorities. Strong supervision creates a culture of mutual respect in which employees

This dynamic workshop will give you a crash course on interpreting your financial statements to reveal the financial reality underpinning your programs. Participants will use real-life case studies, with financial information drawn from IRS Form 990s and a

Why is it that problem boards always seem to be a top concern for nonprofits? New alternative models are urgently needed and are currently being developed around the country. This highly interactive workshop will help participants learn about community-eng

Our external and internal environments are constantly changing. In this interactive workshop learn how a facilitative style of leadership can help you adapt to continuous change to sustain and grow your organization.

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