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2010-06-17T16:14:00.002-04:00

We've incorporated the Center blog onto our Web site! Please visit us online at www.nonprofitadvancement.org for the latest news and information. You can also follow us on Twitter and Facebook or subscribe to e-news.

Join Us This Week

2010-04-26T10:15:00.001-04:00

We hope to see you this week at one of these upcoming workshops at the Center for Nonprofit Advancement. Click each listing below for event and registration details.

Action Alert: Arlington County

2010-04-23T09:12:00.006-04:00

The residents of Arlington County need your help. The Board of Supervisors will finalize its Fiscal Year 2011 budget tomorrow. The vote is a crucial one. Help us tell Board of Supervisors members to protect critical services counted on by so many in our area.

Join other nonprofits by adding your name to our sign-on letter. Click here to access the online letter. After you have signed on, please spread the word!

Sign On to Support Arlington County Nonprofits!

Grant Opportunity: 2010 Washington Gas Environmental Innovator Grant

2010-04-19T10:08:00.002-04:00

Washington Gas seeks proposals for its 2010 Washington Gas Environmental Innovator Grant. According to Washington Gas:

"The purpose of the Request For Proposal (RFP) is to identify and promote programs that encourage practices among residential households to improve energy efficiency; raise awareness of natural gas as a clean and efficient fuel; and influence actions targeting the reduction of total energy consumption thereby reducing greenhouse gas emission.

"The company is seeking to award a grant in the amount of $50,000 to a qualifying organization that demonstrates a commitment to improving quality of life and environmental innovation. Washington Gas seeks to engage a nonprofit organization in a capacity building opportunity to strengthen their long-term ability to achieve their mission, goals and programs that are compatible with the grant."

Interested applicants may participate in bidder conference calls scheduled for April 22 and May 12. Applications are due Friday, May 21 at 5:00 p.m.

Visit the Washington Gas Charitable Giving Program Web site or download the Request For Proposals (PDF) to learn more.

Cast Your Vote: 2010 Viewers' Choice Awards

2010-04-19T10:01:00.003-04:00

Cast your vote in the 2010 Viewers' Choice Awards from Center member the Public Access Corporation of the District of Columbia (DCTV). Competition categories for the best shows on DCTV include Health, Youth, Short Film/Documentary, Enrichment, Sports, International, Short Program, Best Community Focused, Entertainment and News/Public Affairs.

Vote today!

Fundraising Opportunity

2010-04-19T09:58:00.002-04:00

Opportunity from Centerplate at The Washington Redskins:

Centerplate at The Washington Redskins is actively recruiting nonprofit organizations to work with them for the upcoming Redskins season. On average, nonprofits made $1,100 per event last season. Requirements to become a part of this winning team are: nonprofits must have a strong volunteer base of at least 18 people, all 18 volunteers must be available to work all 12 events for this upcoming season and be willing to go through customer service and alcohol training. If your nonprofit meets these requirements and could use a great fundraiser contact Opal Scott at 301.276.6456 or scotto@redskins.com. Space is limited so call today!

Probono Architectural Services

2010-04-09T13:04:00.002-04:00

Are you a nonprofit looking for architectural services? Community Design Services (CDS), a program of Center member Washington Architectural Foundation, can help! Founded in 1991, CDS provides local nonprofits with pro bono design services if they can not otherwise afford these services. CDS architects can:

put clients’ dreams on paper in drawings or reports to be used to gain community support or for fundraising;
assist in preparing a design program for your project;
evaluate buildings to determine whether the structure can accommodate your program;
and provide conceptual designs, and cost estimates

Visit the Washington Architectural Foundation Web site or click here to learn more.

View the March/April Nonprofit Agenda Online

2010-04-06T12:01:00.002-04:00

The March/April 2010 issue of the Center for Nonprofit Advancement's print newsletter, Nonprofit Agenda, is available electronically.

Inside this issue:

Find Out What Back Office in a Box (BOB) Human Resources Can Do For You
See How Social Media Can Meet Your Goals
Meet the newest Center Members
Welcome our 2010 Class of Project LEAP
Discover Area Leadership Opportunities
Explore Organizational Culture: A Nonprofit Management Model
Meet Our Newest Partners in Advancement
Member News
And much more

Click here to download the PDF.

And don't forget to explore upcoming courses from the Center's Learning and Leadership Institute. View upcoming classes by date or subject.

Explore Creative Ways to Reduce Costs

2010-04-05T12:42:00.005-04:00

In today's tough economic environment, we are all looking for ways to stretch the resources we have a little farther. By taking a good hard look at the costs your organization incurs, you will be surprised at how many opportunities there are to change the way you meet your mission and save money in the process.

If you are looking for ways to reduce costs and ultimately improve the financial health of your organization, join the Center for Nonprofit Advancement and Arlington Economic Development on Tuesday, April 13 to learn creative ways to reduce your variable costs and make fixed costs more variable.

Event Details:

What: Creative Ways to Reduce Costs
When: Tuesday, April 13,11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Location: Arlington County Central Library, 1015 North Quincy Street, Main Auditorium, Arlington, VA
Special Cost: Free for Arlington Residents and Non-profits; $49 for Center members; $89 for non-members

Click here to register.

Make a Nomination: National Capital Philanthropy Day Awards

2010-04-05T12:09:00.000-04:00

The Association of Fundraising Professions/Washington DC Metro Area Chapter seeks nominations for its National Capital Philanthropy Day Awards. Awards will be presented in the following six areas:

outstanding philanthropist
outstanding fundraising volunteer
outstanding corporate partner
outstanding foundation partner
outstanding fundraising professional
outstanding diversity leader

Nominees and nominators do not have to be AFP members, they simply have to understand the value of philanthropy to our community.

Nominations are due by Friday, April 30. Click here to learn more or make a nomination.

D.C. Council Holds Hearing on New Nonprofit Corporation Law

2010-04-05T11:57:00.004-04:00

A D.C. Council Committee held a public hearing last week on a bill (B18-500) to overhaul the city’s laws governing the incorporation and operation of a variety of business organizations, including nonprofit corporations.

Most of the testimony at the four-hour hearing focused on how the bill would impact the way nonprofits operate. Among the changes the bill, as introduced, would implement:

A volunteer immunity provision in current law, insulating volunteers, officers, directors and employees from law suits, would be eliminated.
Individuals designated as “members” of a nonprofit would have to be given a right to vote on certain “fundamental transactions” involving the organization.
Individual members of a nonprofit could be held personally liable for obligations of the corporation if the corporation is unable to satisfy a court judgment against it.
Organizations engaged in “religious activity” (a term that is undefined) might not have to provide their members with access to detailed financial information.
Under certain circumstances, one director could effectively “veto” amendments to the organization’s Articles of Incorporation.

One of the most sweeping changes proposed would be to require all nonprofit corporations incorporated in the District prior to 1962 (called “old Act” corporations) to file periodic reports with the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) or risk losing their right to operate. DCRA estimates that there are some 10,500 such corporations.

Center members are encouraged to review the proposed legislation with their legal advisers and provide comments directly to D.C. City Council Member Muriel Bowser. The official comment period closes in late April, but Ms. Bowser has indicated that she plans to convene a working group of interested individuals to come up with changes to the proposal, with a view toward moving it out of Committee by the fall.

Further information can be obtained from Center for Nonprofit Advancement Board President James M. Goldberg, a Washington attorney who testified at the hearing, at 202-628-2929 or by e-mail.

Thank you to Center Board President James M. Goldberg for contributing this post.

Free Regional Strategy Session

2010-03-29T10:57:00.002-04:00

The Think Twice Before You Slice Campaign invites you to join Terri Freeman, president of the Community Foundation for the National Capital Region, on Tuesday, April 13 from 12:00 to 2:00 pm in a strategic discussion on all local county and district budgets.

Hear from others how proposed budgets in DC, Maryland and Virginia could specifically affect your organization
Learn effective ways to support your mission
Help plan strategy to protect the people you serve
Take an active roll in protecting safety net programs

Special Cost: Free; lunch provided

Location: Center for Nonprofit Advancement, 1666 K Street, NW, Suite 440, Washington, DC 20006

Click here to register.

Join Us This Week

2010-03-15T10:06:00.003-04:00

We hope to see you this week at one of these upcoming workshops at the Center for Nonprofit Advancement. Click each listing below for event and registration details.

Seeking Nominations: Women Business Achievement Awards

2010-03-15T09:23:00.003-04:00

SmartCEO Magazine seeks nominations for its 2010 BRAVA! Women Business Achievement Awards. In July, the magazine will recognize top female C-level executives (CEO, President, Owner, Executive Director) in the Greater Baltimore-Washington metro who are making unprecedented strides in business, building a stronger community both financially, philanthropically and most importantly, through leadership.

Nominations for executives in Greater Washington are due by Friday, April 16. Click here to learn more or make a nomination.

Join the Conversation with Outstanding Leaders

2010-03-11T11:36:00.002-05:00

Don't miss this opportunity to network and connect! Join us Wednesday, March 17 from 8:30 to 10:30 am for a conversation with three outstanding nonprofit leaders – winners of the Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman 2009 EXCEL Award. Learn how they keep their organizations moving forward amid the challenges faced everyday by nonprofit leaders.

Featuring our 2009 Award winners:

Manny Hidalgo, Latino Economic Development Corporation
Pamela L. Michell, New Hope Housing, Inc.
Eleni A. Rossides, Washington Tennis & Education Foundation

This annual breakfast always serves up a heaping share of inspiration and a side serving of tried–and–true learning experiences. This just may be your most beneficial meal of the year! Register today!

Special Cost: $10 for Center Members, $15 for all others

Location: Center for Nonprofit Advancement, 1666 K Street, NW, Suite 440, Washington, DC 20006

Register Now

Special Event: Finding Tomorrow’s Leaders Today!

2010-03-08T15:18:00.003-05:00

Join us Wednesday, March 31 as we gather with local nonprofit leaders to unveil the exclusive findings of the first major study of nonprofit leadership diversity in the Baltimore-Washington region. We will reveal data on the challenges and opportunities as seen by nonprofit leaders.

The Racial Diversity Collaborative, made up of nonprofit leaders from throughout the region, will host a Summit Event where keynote speaker, Ralph Smith, executive vice president of the Annie E. Casey Foundation, and a panel of nonprofit executives will share their reflections, inspirations and ideas for action. Carol DeVita of the Urban Institute will present the highlights of the study that makes the opportunities and challenges real.

Learn about how you can be involved in with the Racial Diversity Collaborative and be part of a truly historic turning point within the nonprofit sector. RSVP is required. Continental breakfast will be served.

Event Details:
When: Wednesday, March 31, 9:00 - 11:30 am
Where: Bridgeway Community Church, 9189 Red Branch Road, Columbia, MD

Click here for more information and to RSVP.

Join Us This Week

2010-03-08T12:56:00.001-05:00

We hope to see you this week at one of these upcoming workshops at the Center for Nonprofit Advancement. Click each listing below for event and registration details.

Grant Opportunity: Strengthening Communities Fund

2010-03-08T10:58:00.002-05:00

The District of Columbia Government’s Office of Partnerships and Grant Services (OPGS) seeks applicants to the Strengthening Communities Fund Capacity Building Program.

The Strengthening Communities Fund (SCF), created as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), is comprised of two programs, both of which are designed to enhance the ability of community and faith-based organizations to handle the broad economic recovery issues in their communities, including job training and retention and access to state and Federal benefits. This is a one-time, two-year grant.

These funds will be used for capacity building, training and technical assistance programs for nonprofit, community-based and/or faith-based organizations. Eligible programs must serve low-income neighborhoods such as, but not limited to, those in the District’s New Communities Initiative. Eligible organizations must implement, or be willing and able to implement, a continuum of job readiness, job placement, and job retention programs. Programs may include asset building, counseling and support services. Applications are due by 4 pm on March 12.

Click here for more information and to download the application.

Leadership Program Seeks Applicants

2010-03-08T10:45:00.002-05:00

Apply today to be part of Leadership Greater Washington’s 25th Class, the Class of 2011. Center member Leadership Greater Washington (LGW) connects top business, government and nonprofit leaders and inspires their collaborative efforts to improve the region.

Some of the most well-known and influential leaders in the area are LGW members including the Center’s Board President Derek Harps (Class of ’09) of M&T Bank, Terri Freeman (Class of ’96) of the Community Foundation, Jim Dinegar (Class of ’08) of the Greater Washington Board of Trade, David Robertson (Class of ’02) of the Council of Governments, Tamara Copeland (Class of ’04) of Washington Grant Makers, Julie Rogers (Class of ’88) of the Meyer Foundation as well as the Center’s own CEO Glen O’Gilvie (Class of ’10).

Nearly 1,200 top decision makers are part of this region’s most prestigious community leadership organization. Applications are due on March 31, 2010 no later than 5:00 p.m. Please click here for more information about LGW programs, upcoming events and the application for the Class of 2011.

Northern Virginia Budget Call This Friday

2010-03-04T10:11:00.003-05:00

Our series of weekly 45-minute conference calls focused on budget shortfalls across our region continues each Friday in March. Please join the Center and the Roundtable's Think Twice Before You Slice campaign Fridays weekly at 12:00 pm.

Our call on Friday, March 5 is focused on Northern Virginia. This call will feature Mary Agee (Northern Virginia Family Service) and Andy Johnston (Loudoun Cares). The format will be an overview from our speakers with time for Q & A. REGISTER ONLINE

When you register, we will e-mail you the call-in number and password.

About the Calls:
The Center and the Roundtable's Think Twice Before You Slice campaign is hosting weekly 45-minute conference calls at 12:00 pm each Friday focused on budget shortfalls across our region. These calls will focus on information sharing, strategies and opportunities.

Join us each Friday to hear from local experts, share any coalition work and opportunities, and ask questions on budget issues in a particular jurisdiction. Each call will include a call to action -- ways you, your staff, Board members and community partners can make a difference in the budget process.

Please save the date for these upcoming calls:

Friday, Mar 12: Prince George's County budget
Friday, Mar 19: District of Columbia budget
Friday, Mar 26: Northern Virginia budgets

Click here to learn more about the Think Twice Before You Slice campaign.

Free Nonprofit Finance Symposium

2010-03-02T17:31:00.002-05:00

Halt Buzas & Powell is offering free sessions on Thursday, March 25 in Alexandria, Va., and Tuesday, March 23 in Baltimore with industry experts presenting information to benefit the growth and prosperity of your organization.

CPE credits are available. Seating is limited. Click here for additional information and registration.

Join Us This Week

2010-03-01T12:56:00.001-05:00

We hope to see you this week at one of these upcoming workshops at the Center for Nonprofit Advancement. Click each listing below for event and registration details.

What’s In Store For Fiscal Year 2011?

2010-03-01T09:42:00.002-05:00

Join us Monday, March 8 for a forum on the D.C. budget outlook for fiscal year 2011. Our session speakers include:

Ed Lazere, executive director, DC Fiscal Policy Institute
Eric Goulet, budget director, Council of the District of Columbia
Fitzroy Lee, chief economist, Office of the Chief Financial Officer
Dawn Slonneger, chief of staff, Office of the Honorable Vincent C. Gray
T.J. Sutcliffe, director of advocacy & public policy, The Arc of the District of Columbia

Event Details:
Date: Monday, March 8
Time: Registration and Coffee: 9:00 a.m.; Program: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Charles Sumner School, Great Hall, 1201 17th Street NW

To attend, please RSVP via e-mail to Tina Marshall at marshall@cbpp.org

This event is sponsored by The Arc of DC, DC Fiscal Policy Institute, Fair Budget Coalition and the Think Twice Before You Slice campaign.

Strategy and Tactics Work Session: Budget Advocacy in Northern Virginia

2010-02-24T14:19:00.002-05:00

Budget Advocacy in Northern Virginia: What is happening and how can you take action? Join the discussion on Friday, February 26 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at Northern Virginia Family Service (10455 White Granite Drive Suite 100 Oakton, VA 22124).

Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Prince William and Loudoun's budgets will all be released
Hear from Northern Virginia Family Service's Mary Agee and Reston Interfaith's Kerrie Wilson about what is in the budgets and how you can make an impact!
We need to make sure our county and state officials "Think Twice Before You Slice"

Click here to register.

New Form 990: Changes Made to Clarify/Modify Requirements

2010-02-22T09:26:00.001-05:00

From the IRS:

"The IRS has finalized the 2009 Forms 990, 990-EZ, schedules and instructions, for filing in 2010-11. Learn about changes made to clarify and modify reporting requirements and find links to the new forms, schedules and instructions on IRS.gov."

Registration Open: Building Strong Relationships with Donors in a Contracted Economy

2010-02-22T09:05:00.002-05:00

Join Booz Allen Hamilton on Tuesday, March 16 from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm in McLean, Va., for an informational session taking an insightful look at fundraising in today’s economy. Nonprofit organizations are making tough decisions on whether or not to keep or change long standing special events as well as trying to identify new fundraising streams utilizing new tools or systems that they already have. Panelists will share insights into the decisions their organizations are making and new practices put in place to help sustain revenue and programs.

Event Details:

Date: March, 16, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Location: Booz Allen Hamilton Newman Auditorium, McLean, VA or via the Web
Cost: $25 (space is limited)

Click here for additional information. Click here to register.

Seeking Applicants: Celebrated Pro Bono Coaching Program for 12 Executive Directors

2010-02-21T22:19:00.003-05:00

Would you like to be one of 12 top executives selected for a pro bono program called Leadership Sanctuary. This six-month program (3 hours per month) is specifically designed to guide a cohort of nonprofit executives to broaden their options in response to today’s turbulent environment. Give yourself the gift of sanctuary! Join like-minded leaders to safely and wisely determine how to meet the current leadership challenges of our times. An informational Preview Event is being held at the Center on Tuesday, March 2 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. The next program will begin March 9 at 2:00 pm. Click here to learn more.

In partnership with the Center for Nonprofit Advancement, the Leadership Sanctuary is a pro-bono forum for executives of Washington area nonprofit agencies to create a more abundant future. Led by Kanu Kogod and Heather Kaye, expert coaches and facilitators, the first six-month program was launched last summer and completed to rave reviews. There is great enthusiasm for the collective wisdom and collegial support. A new program will begin March 9 and applications are being accepted until March 3.

Please click here to learn more. E-mail info@leadershipsanctuary.org to RSVP to the preview event, submit your application and/or to get answers to your questions.

Open House: Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate Program

2010-02-21T22:10:00.001-05:00

The Center for Public and Nonprofit Leadership at Georgetown University is hosting its Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate Program Open House on Wednesday, March 31 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

The Certificate Program is designed to strengthen the leadership and management capacity of mid-to-senior level staff, board members, government and foundation grant makers, career transitioners, and others working with nonprofit and philanthropic organizations.

The Open House will provide prospective students with an opportunity to meet with the Program Director, Faculty and Alumni, as well as to receive more detailed information about the program.

Click here for more information about the Open House. Click here to RSVP.

Grant Opportunity: Capacity Building Project

2010-02-20T13:43:00.003-05:00

"Upgrade for Uplift" (UFU), a project of the Howard University Center for Urban Progress and Washington Regional Association of Grantmakers, seeks applicants to the 2010 program. The project was developed to support the viability of faith- and community-based organizations serving economically vulnerable residents in neighborhoods of greatest need in Wards 1, 2, 5, 6, 7 and 8.

It is anticipated that up to 25 faith- and community-based organizations will be selected to be recipients of UFU training and technical assistance, and up to 10 of those 25 organizations who participate in training and technical assistance will be awarded capacity-building grants of $10,000 to $30,000.

An orientation for interested organizations will be held March 8. Applications are due by 6:00 pm on Monday, March 15. Click here to learn more.

Maryland Budget Update Call This Friday

2010-02-18T11:29:00.006-05:00

The Center and the Roundtable's Think Twice Before You Slice campaign invite you to weekly 45-minute conference calls at 12:00 pm each Friday in February focused on budget shortfalls across our region.

Our call on Friday, February 19 is focused on Maryland. This call will feature Neil Bergsman of the Maryland Budget & Tax Policy Institute and Rebecca Wagner of the Safety Net Coalition of Montgomery County and Interfaith Works. The format will be an overview from our speakers with time for Q & A. REGISTER ONLINE

When you register, we will e-mail you the call-in number and password.

About the Calls:
The Center and the Roundtable's Think Twice Before You Slice campaign is hosting weekly 45-minute conference calls at 12:00 pm each Friday in February focused on budget shortfalls across our region. These calls will focus on information sharing, strategies and opportunities.

Join us each Friday in February to hear from local experts, share any coalition work and opportunities, and ask questions on budget issues in a particular jurisdiction. Each call will include a call to action -- ways you, your staff, Board members and community partners can make a difference in the budget process.

The Friday, February 26 call has a District of Columbia focus. REGISTER ONLINE

Read the summary or listen to the February 12 call on the Virginia budget process. The first 18 minutes highlights what The Commonwealth Institute's Michael Cassidy says nonprofits should expect.

Click here to learn more about the Think Twice Before You Slice campaign.

Free Webinar for Nonprofits: IRS Filing Requirements for Charitable Nonprofits

2010-02-16T05:59:00.002-05:00

Do you know that the tax exempt filing requirements for nonprofits will change this year? The National Council of Nonprofits wants to ensure your organization preserves and protects your tax exempt status.

Join the Webinar on Tuesday, February 23 from 3:30 to 4:30 pm to "Learn from the Experts: What Forms Must Charitable Nonprofit, Tax-Exempt Organizations File to Meet IRS Requirements and Preserve Tax Exempt Status?" The Webinar will cover:

What forms are tax-exempt organizations required to file with the IRS annually?
What information is required to be reported on the forms?
Why your organization may need to file NOW, so that it won't lose its tax-exempt status
How to file complete, accurate returns to avoid IRS penalties.

Don't miss this important opportunity to have your questions answered by the IRS. Click here to register.

Member News: DCTV Open House

2010-02-15T22:44:00.003-05:00

Join Center member DCTV for an Open House on Thursday, February 25 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.

The night will include a live taping and interviews with the Producer, Cast and Crew from ANACOSTIA THE SERIES, and a tour of their brand new high definition (HD) facilities!

Click here to learn more or here to RSVP.

Innovative Partnership Brings Human Resources Support to Greater Washington Area Nonprofit Organizations

2010-01-29T10:55:00.004-05:00

The Center for Nonprofit Advancement announced today the addition of human resources support to its Back Office in a Box (BOB) program. BOB is a suite of high-quality administrative services made available at a reasonable cost to Center member nonprofit organizations throughout the Greater Washington region including the District of Columbia, Northern Virginia and Montgomery and Prince George’s counties in Maryland.

The newest service offering, BOB Human Resources, is designed to help nonprofit leaders maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of their organizations. BOB HR was developed in response to the needs of the region’s nonprofit sector and the Center’s nearly 800 member organizations.

“Nonprofits are a critical part of our communities and a high functioning human resources program helps them to recruit, develop and retain the talent they need to meet their missions,” said Center CEO Glen O’Gilvie. “BOB HR brings high-quality support that nonprofits cannot adequately function without. This partnership expands further on our 30 year history of bringing quality goods and services to member organizations at a reasonable cost for all”

BOB HR is powered by Nonprofit HR Solutions and RAFFA, P.C. Their teams of expert nonprofit human resources professionals are highly skilled in areas of recruitment, human resource compliance, and performance and compensation management. Examples of service offerings include: policy development, HR compliance audits, compensation reviews/management and employee performance management design.

“The Center for Nonprofit Advancement has a long history of serving the needs of nonprofit organizations across the region. The creation of BOB HR meets a critical yet largely unmet need within the local community,” said Lisa Brown Morton, president and CEO of Nonprofit HR Solutions. “We are excited to be part of this unprecedented initiative to provide high quality HR services to nonprofit organizations.”

“Employees are an organization’s greatest asset, and ensuring that they get the attention and support they deserve is the wisest investment management can make,” said RAFFA, P.C. Founder and CEO Tom Raffa. “We are delighted to partner with the Center in their effort to help nonprofits more effectively address their HR functions which are so critical to their success.”

Taproot Foundation’s 2007 survey of more than 250 nonprofits found that fewer than 25 percent had even one dedicated human resources employee. Follow-up interviews suggest that even when nonprofits can name one or more staff members working on human resources, they are often referring to a role that is more transactional than strategic. The strategic human resources functions—those that ensure the effective recruitment, retention, development and organization of employees—are often overlooked.

Click here to learn more about BOB Human Resources.

About the Center for Nonprofit Advancement
The Center for Nonprofit Advancement strengthens the capacity of nonprofit organizations throughout Greater Washington, D.C. The Center directly partners with nearly 800 nonprofits helping them achieve their missions through training and technical assistance programs, networking, advocacy and group buying power.

About Nonprofit HR Solutions
Nonprofit HR Solutions is the nation's only full-service consulting firm dedicated exclusively to meeting the human resources needs of nonprofit organizations. Since 2000, Nonprofit HR Solutions has worked exclusively with the nonprofit sector, generating results for organizations supporting advocacy, health and human services, arts and culture, education, the environment, faith-based missions and more.

About RAFFA, P.C.
Working with thousands of nonprofit organizations across the United States over its 25 year history, RAFFA understands the particular needs and culture of nonprofits. Employing over 200 experts in HR and IT outsourcing, accounting, audit and tax, employee benefits, consulting and other financial services, RAFFA delivers meaningful, practical and affordable solutions that enable nonprofits to focus on advancing their missions.

Nonprofits, Elections and the Supreme Court's Recent Decision

2010-01-27T12:31:00.000-05:00

The U.S. Supreme Court recently issued a decision in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission (decided January 21, 2010), that has confused some writers who are not as familiar with the important legal distinctions between different types of “nonprofits” that exist or with the differences between federal election laws that the Court changed and tax laws that the Court did not change.

To make sure nonprofits in the Greater Washington region are aware of their full legal rights – and limitations – when it comes to participating in elections, the Center for Nonprofit Advancement is sharing for your review a brief analysis that the National Council of Nonprofits prepared to help 501(c)(3) nonprofits avoid taking actions that could jeopardize their tax-exempt status.

The Center and the National Council of Nonprofits share the concern that nonprofit leaders need to know not only what 501(c)(3) nonprofits cannot do, but also what we can do. That is why the brief analysis answers these questions:

How Does the Recent Supreme Court Case Impact Nonprofits?
What Can 501(c)(3) Charitable Nonprofits Do in Connection with Political Campaigns?
What Else Can Charitable Nonprofits Do?

For those who want to know more in general, the brief analysis provides several good references.

For those who want to know even more about the effect of the Supreme Court’s decision on 501(c)(3) nonprofits, the Alliance for Justice also has published a solid overview.

Don't Miss This Arlington Workshop

2010-01-27T10:45:00.003-05:00

If managing change has become central to your work, what specific steps do you need to do to ensure success? Join Arlington County Economic Development and the Center in Arlington for "Doing the Difficult Work: Effectively Making Changes in Your Organization."

We’ll discuss developing a vision and setting clear goals, increasing buy-in from staff and other stakeholders, recognizing resistance to change and managing that resistance. Come prepared with a change you would like to make.

This workshop takes place Tuesday, February 17 from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm at the Arlington County Central Library.

Free to Arlington-based nonprofits and Arlington residents. Others are welcome for a fee ($49 for Center Members; $89 for all others).

Click here to register.

Make a Nomination: Service Awards

2010-01-26T14:56:00.002-05:00

The Governors of Virginia and Maryland are now accepting applications for Service Awards in their states.

In Virginia:
"The 2010 Governor's Volunteerism and Community Service Awards will be presented in several categories, including youth, senior, faith-based, family, community organization and business or corporation. Winners will be honored during an awards ceremony in April 2010." Nominations are due by 5 p.m. on Monday, February 1. Click here to learn more.

In Maryland:
"The Maryland Governor’s Office on Service and Volunteerism awards recognize significant contributions of Maryland citizens to the life and health of the State and its people. The awards are presented during National Volunteer Week, April 18 – 24, 2010." Nominations are due by Monday, March 1. Click here to learn more.

Join Us This Week

2010-01-25T12:47:00.001-05:00

We hope to see you this week at one of these upcoming workshops at the Center for Nonprofit Advancement. Click each listing below for event and registration details.

Make a Nomination: 2010 Exponent Award

2010-01-25T12:07:00.002-05:00

The Meyer Foundation's Exponent Awards honor five exemplary nonprofit leaders who may be in danger of burnout or who would benefit from a leadership development grant to take their skills and organization to a new level. The award comes with a two-year grant of $100,000 for leadership development, which could include coaching, continuing education, or funds to strengthen the board and senior management team.

Nominations are due by Tuesday, April 6.

Click here to learn more.

2010 Employment Trends Survey Seeks Respondents

2010-01-22T10:41:00.000-05:00

Nonprofit HR Solutions has partnered with the University of San Diego’s Caster Family Center
for Nonprofit Research to conduct the 4th Annual Nonprofit Employment Trends Survey. According to the groups, this national survey of nonprofit employment practices is designed to address the lack of statistical information available on nonprofit human resources practices and trends.

Click here to take part in the survey. Responses are due by Thursday, January 28.

Think Twice Before You Slice

2010-01-21T15:57:00.001-05:00

An Unprecedented Regional Campaign by Area Nonprofits

The Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington and the Center for Nonprofit Advancement announced today a joint advocacy campaign for the 2011 fiscal year budget cycles in the District of Columbia, Northern Virginia and suburban Maryland. The campaign, “Think Twice Before You Slice,” is designed to advocate for and educate local elected officials during this critical budget cycle about the incredible assets and services nonprofits bring to their communities. It will also empower the region’s nonprofits and the people they serve to lend their voice to the efforts.

“It’s clear that the next six months are going to be crucial for everyone,” Center CEO Glen O’Gilvie said. “By partnering with the Nonprofit Roundtable we are able to amplify the collective voices of our members and all nonprofits in the region. Nonprofits are a crucial piece of fabric in our communities and our public servants need to understand their impact.”

“This budget cycle is going to be tough for all communities, and nonprofits are not going to go unscathed. The question is to what degree. By joining forces with the Center and its members, our goal is to have an impact on the severity of the cuts,” said Chuck Bean, executive director of the Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington.

Along with the campaign, the Nonprofit Roundtable and the Center announce the hiring of Jeanne Ellinport, a long-time local nonprofit advocate to lead the efforts. Most recently Jeanne served as the communications director for the American Red Cross’s Katrina Hurricane Recovery Program.

“Our elected officials need to understand that the services nonprofits provide a community enhance and complete a community,” said Ellinport. “People move to an area specifically wanting the services nonprofits provide—arts, job training, after-school programs—things that will enhance their quality of life.”

The campaign’s website www.thinktwiceb4youslice.org will include information on the budget process for each jurisdiction and avenues for nonprofits throughout the region to get involved.

Together the two organizations represent more than 1,000 organizations across the metropolitan region.

For additional information or to get involved, please contact Jeanne Ellinport.

Member News: Art Enables

2010-01-20T15:43:00.000-05:00

Help Center member Art Enables recover from a break in at their offices last night. According to their blog, they "lost some computers and peripherals - fortunately, the studio remains mostly intact...and the artwork is ok."

Help Art Enables make repairs and replace computer & camera equipment. Click here to make a donation.

A little more about the work of Art Enables:
"Very often people with developmental and/or mental disabilities are better able to express themselves in images than in words. Art Enables is focused on just such a group: thirty-some artists whose disabilities include but are not limited to Down syndrome, autism, traumatic brain injury, bipolar disorder. Their ages range from 24 to 72. They are African-American, Caucasian, Hispanic, Asian, Arab.

"Art Enables gives them the resources and supports they need to become visual artists. Their artwork is exhibited and sold at the studio, at host venues and via the Web site. They earn 60% of revenue from sales. They have a chance to tell their stories, and they find people eager to listen."

Click here to visit the Art Enables Web site.

Join Us This Week

2010-01-19T09:33:00.000-05:00

We hope to see you this week at one of these upcoming workshops at the Center for Nonprofit Advancement. Click each listing below for event and registration details.

Executive Directors: Join us for Leadership Sanctuary

2010-01-15T09:34:00.000-05:00

Give yourself, or your colleague, the gift of sanctuary - an experience with like minded nonprofit leaders to safely and wisely determine how to meet the current leadership challenges of our times.

In partnership with the Center for Nonprofit Advancement, the Leadership Sanctuary is a pro-bono forum for executives of Washington area nonprofit agencies to work through today's challenges from a new mindset in order to create a more abundant future. Led by Kanu Kogod and Heather Kaye, expert coaches and facilitators, the first six-month program was launched last summer and completed to rave reviews. There is great enthusiasm for the collective wisdom and collegial support.

An informational Preview Event is being held Tuesday, January 26. Meet Heather and Kanu, get a feel for what coaching is like and see if Leadership Sanctuary is right for you. A new program will begin in February and is open to the next twelve executives of nonprofits.

Click here to learn more or to register for the Preview Event.

Take 15 Minutes to Increase Your Emergency Preparedness

2010-01-14T13:51:00.000-05:00

Washington Area Nonprofits: How would you carry out your mission if half your employees were out with Swine Flu? How will you continue delivery of critical services if a water main break keeps you out of your building for several days?

Invest 10-15 minutes to increase their own nonprofit emergency preparedness capacity by filling out an assessment on a new, robust online tool: www.PreparedOnline.org. This investment will let you know how prepared you and and will show you how your organization can maintain your mission in times of crisis.

WHO Should Fill Out the 15 Minute Survey?
Ideally, any employee in charge of emergency planning at your organization should fill out the survey. This could be an office manager, a program staff or the executive director. This is open to ALL NONPROFITS around Greater Washington.

HOW Can I fill Out the Survey?

Register online at PreparedOnline.org
After registering, you will be asked to take a brief survey to assess your current "readiness score card" which offers customized resources, tools and templates.
This online Continuity Of Operations Plans (COOP) tool is confidential and lets you engage in planning at your own pace. You can edit your COOP planning process at any time and as often as you'd like. Your progress and COOP information can only be viewed by you. It's free, easy and an investment to ensure your organization maintains its mission in times of crisis.

WHY Should I Fill This Out?
This is a robust yet simple online tool to assess how strong your particular capacity is for Emergency Preparedness. It customizes resources, tools and templates for your organization, based on this assessment in just 15 minutes. It can make an existing COOP Plan stronger. In addition, here's an opportunity to tell your funders and others you are making your organization stronger in the event of a disaster.

Who is behind this effort?
The Nonprofit Roundtable is helping lead this coordinated effort along with many other organizations including the Center for Nonprofit Advancement, Community Foundation for the National Capital Region, The United Way of the National Capital Region, Capital Area Food Bank, Volunteer Arlington and many more.

Deloitte Services LLP is the corporate partner behind this free web-based tool to help nonprofits develop COOPs.

Nominate a Smart Chief Financial Officer

2010-01-12T12:31:00.000-05:00

SmartCEO Magazine is accepting nominations for its 2010 SmartCFOs: Profiles of Financial Excellence. SmartCEO is looking for Greater Washington area CFOs who have had the strongest impact overall on their company's bottom line.

Click here to learn more or to make a nomination. Nominations are due Friday, January 15.

Volunteer Maryland: Free Information Sessions

2010-01-11T12:34:00.000-05:00

Volunteer Maryland is hosting free information sessions to show nonprofits how an AmeriCorps member can meet their organization's needs and to share information about support available through Volunteer Maryland. Upcoming workshop locations include La Plata on January 19 and Silver Spring on February 3.

Click here (PDF download) to learn more about dates, locations and registration.

Deadline Extended: 2010 Fairfax County Volunteer Service Awards

2010-01-11T12:20:00.001-05:00

Deadline Extended! Center member Volunteer Fairfax is accepting applications for the 2010 Fairfax County Volunteer Service Awards. This community-wide celebration of volunteerism honors individuals, groups and organizations that have given outstanding volunteer service.

Click here to learn more about the 11 award categories and how to submit a nomination.

Applications are due by ~~Friday, February 19~~ Monday, March 1 at 3:00 p.m.

Member News: A-SPAN in the Chase Giving Challenge

2010-01-11T10:56:00.000-05:00

Center member Arlington Street People's Assistance Network (A-SPAN) has made it to the second round of voting in the Chase Community Giving Challenge. As a participant in this grassroots campaign first launched in mid-November, A-SPAN was one of 100 small, local nonprofits nationwide who garnered enough votes from Facebook users to be eligible for a chance to receive a $1 million grant.

Voting to help A-SPAN win this second round begins Friday, January 15 and ends Friday, January 22. All Facebook users will have a chance to vote for A-SPAN, who wants to share that money with these other Arlington nonprofits to better serve our community: AMEN, AFAC, AACH, Borromeo Housing, Doorways for Women and Families, and OAR.

To take part:

Between now and January 15, log into or create a Facebook account
Become a fan of Chase Community Giving by entering the link below
Spread the word and tell friends about A-SPAN and this unique opportunity
Call or e-mail Jan at 703-842-0154 if you want to help get out the vote online or at events
Vote between January 15 and 22 for Arlington Street People’s Assistance Network to win!

Challenge link: http://bit.ly/aspanCHALLENGE

Join Us Next Week

2010-01-08T14:53:00.000-05:00

We hope to see you next week at one of these upcoming workshops at the Center for Nonprofit Advancement. Click each listing below for event and registration details.

Deadline Extended: 2010/2011 Catalogue for Philanthropy

2010-01-08T11:46:00.003-05:00

Deadline Extended! Applications are now being accepted for the 2010/2011 Catalogue for Philanthropy: Greater Washington. This annual publication and Web site features high-performing nonprofit organizations in the District of Columbia and nearby Virginia and Maryland counties. A collaborative project of foundation, corporate, and individual funders, the Catalogue introduces potential donors to new charitable opportunities. It has helped raise over $9.9 million in six years for featured nonprofits.

501(c)(3) organizations with operating budgets of $3 million or less, and location in Greater Washington, may be eligible to apply.

Click here for information about eligibility requirements and for access to the online application.

The application deadline is ~~Monday, February 22~~ March 1.

Click here to meet Center for Nonprofit Advancement members featured in the 2009/2010 Catalogue.

Grant Opportunity: Nonprofits Serving Prince George's County

2010-01-06T17:12:00.000-05:00

The Partnership for Prince George's County is seeking applicants for its third round of capacity building funding.

Funding target areas include:

Organization Capacity Building
Advocacy Capacity Building and Projects
Lifeline Organization Capacity Building

Among the eligibility criteria: organizations that have been successfully in existence and serving traditionally underserved communities in Prince George's County for a minimum of two years.

Click here to learn more. Deadline: Friday, January 15.

Grant Opportunity from the Montgomery County Council

2010-01-04T10:57:00.000-05:00

Happy New Year! For our first blog post of 2010, we're happy to share this grant opportunity for FY2011 from the Montgomery County Council. According to the grant application, "the Council will fund projects that advance the County’s services, goals and objectives in areas such as the following: community development, economic development, education, health and human services, and recreation."

A workshop for potential grant applicants will be held on Wednesday, January 13, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Third Floor Hearing Room, 100 Maryland Ave., Rockville, Md.

The application deadline is 4:00 p.m. on Friday, January 29.

Click here to download the grant application.

Special Series for Nonprofit Managers: 2010 Class Now Enrolling

2009-12-22T10:56:00.000-05:00

Please join the Center for Nonprofit Advancement for our 2010 edition of Project LEAP (Leaders Emerging through Ability and Potential). This series is an opportunity for senior staff of area nonprofits to strengthen their leadership skills. Participants engage in individual and group activities to examine and assess their leadership skills and how it impacts their current organization. Workshops include critical thinking and problem-solving activities including essential financial leadership skills. Participants will work in learning circle cohorts to learn from one another, as well as hear from other experienced professionals. Some in-class and out-of-class preparatory readings and journaling will be required.

This series is ideal for deputy directors, program directors or other experienced senior level managers. Participants should have three or more years of professional experience in the nonprofit sector. Participants should supervise at least one person for optimum class results.

The five-class series begins on February 26 and run through June 4. Registration is now open. Class-size is limited to 25.

Click here to learn more. Click here to register.

Veteran Exeuctive Directors: Join the Journey to a Sustainable Organization

2009-12-21T09:27:00.000-05:00

As the economy has changed, the skills that a nonprofit leader needs to succeed have not changed. Understanding one's self is key to understanding one's competencies, motivations and challenges as a leader of a sustainable organization.

The Center for Nonprofit Advancement presents the CEO Leadership Series, a special, four-part series that focuses on helping nonprofits survive this financial downturn and face a “new normal” as you lead your organization to move forward. The series sets a path for CEOs who wish to go on a journey of self-discovery to build a sustainable organization.

The four-class series begins on February 11 and run through April. Registration is now open. Class-size is limited to 20.

Click here to learn more. Click here to register.

Free Workshop: Doing Business with the Commonwealth of Virginia

2009-12-17T14:02:00.000-05:00

From Arlington Economic Development and the Virginia Department of Business Assistance:

Wednesday, January 20, learn the Commonwealth of Virginia's latest mandates for spending, and helpful eVA tips that may help increase your chances of selling to the Commonwealth. Also hear about details on purchases of $50,000 or less going to state certified “small” vendors and other important information that may increase your chances of selling to the Commonwealth.

Click here for additional information. Register online or download the event flier.

Event Details:
Date: January 20, 2010
Time: 8:00 to 10:00 am
Location: Arlington Economic Development, 1100 N. Glebe Rd., Suite 1500, Arlington, VA
Fee: Free - Registration is required

Sponsored by Arlington Economic Development and Arlington County Public Library.

Special Thanks

2009-12-14T10:48:00.000-05:00

Grant Opportunity: Social Media

2009-12-14T10:13:00.000-05:00

Fenton Communications is offering a $10,000 Social Media Grant to nonprofits in the Washington, DC area. Selected recipients will receive up to $10,000 worth of social media analysis, monitoring and strategy services from the group in the winter of 2010.

The application deadline is Friday, December 18.

Click here for additional information and to access the online application.

IRS Announces 2010 Standard Mileage Rates

2009-12-14T10:11:00.000-05:00

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued "2010 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes."

Click here for details.

Nonprofits: Apply to have a PSA created

2009-12-11T14:20:00.000-05:00

Center member Women in Film & Video of Washington, DC is seeking local nonprofit applicants for its 2010 Image Makers Program. The program takes a diverse group of high school students and allows them to explore careers in film and television by pairing them with WIFV professionals. They gain hands-on production experience while producing public service announcements for local charitable organizations.

Applications to the program from nonprofits are due by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 18. Click here to learn more. Click here to download the nonprofit application.

Be a Mentor for young people in your community!

2009-12-11T14:07:00.000-05:00

Center member Higher Achievement is in need of Mentors at two of its Achievement Centers: Ward 7 (Kelly Miller Middle School) and Alexandria (Hammond Middle School); and Study Hall Aides (for all centers) for this academic year.

The commitment is at least once per week, Monday, Tuesday and/or Thursday; Study Hall Aides- 3:30-6:00 p.m; Mentors- 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Click here for more information or to fill out an application. If you have further questions please e-mail or call Matt B. Thornton, director of volunteer management, at 202.375.7733 or mthornton@higherachievement.org.

Now Accepting Applications: Social Venture Consulting Program

2009-12-07T11:32:00.000-05:00

The Center for Social Value Creation at the Smith School of Business is now accepting applications for the spring 2010 Social Venture Consulting Program, in partnership with Grassroots.org.

Since 2006, the program has matched more than 100 MBA students with 44 nonprofit organizations across the country, combining capacity-building consulting services with hands-on learning experiences. Student consultants are selected to participate in a highly competitive application process, and there is no fee charged to the nonprofit organization.

Projects are designed for 60-80 hours over 3 months to address issues — whether financial, marketing, operational, organizational or strategic — and to develop the necessary steps to solve the problems and improve the business. The application is open to all registered 501c3 US Nonprofit and Canadian Charitable Organizations. Please note that it is free to join Grassroots.org before applying.

Click here for program details as well as case studies and examples of past projects.

Click here for the online application for the spring 2010 program. Organizations with annual budgets greater than $1M are invited to click here to apply.

The application deadline is December 21.

Join Us Next Week

2009-12-04T17:23:00.000-05:00

We hope to see you next week at one of these upcoming workshops from the Center for Nonprofit Advancement. Click each listing below for event and registration details.

Top 10 Myths...and Truths...

2009-12-02T09:39:00.000-05:00

...about The Washington Post Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Management

If you are considering applying for the 2010 Award (applications due December 7), here are a few myths and truths to keep in mind!

#10
MYTH: My organization can win if we have one example of excellence in nonprofit management.
TRUTH: Winners show examples of excellence in nonprofit management in many areas.

#9
MYTH: My organization applied before and did not make it out of round one or round two; we don’t have a chance. We should never apply again.
TRUTH: It takes most organizations several years to nurture and grow in their management practices. Applying for the award for several years is welcomed…especially if your management practices strengthen during that period.

#8
MYTH: Great programs and services will compensate for only so-so management practices.
TRUTH: This program rewards excellence in nonprofit management. Program information is useful only when it provides context for management achievements.

#7
MYTH: The selection committee only likes new/established, small/large, or local/national scope organizations.
TRUTH: The selection committee seeks excellence in nonprofit management – no mater the organization’s age, size or community served.

#6
MYTH: An organization must have gone through a major crisis or turnaround in order to win.
TRUTH: The selection committee values organizations with consistent solid management, as well as organizations that grow and prosper after a management crisis.

#5
MYTH: My organization is not widely known; we can’t win.
TRUTH: The selection committee considers what is written on the application, rather than the organization’s name or stature in the community.

#4
MYTH: It’s too much work to complete the application for so little return.
TRUTH: Past participants who have recognized the value of self-assessment benefited from the process; the application feedback adds even greater value.

#3
MYTH: The selection committee knows who is going to win even before they see the applications.
TRUTH: Each year, the selection committee’s choice is based on the information included in the submitted applications.

#2
MYTH: If one type of organization won last year, it will not win this year.
TRUTH: Program area is not a consideration in the decision-making process of the selection committee

#1
MYTH: We can complete the application quickly, so we don’t need to allow too much time to write and submit the application.
TRUTH: The strongest applications are from those organizations whose staff, board, volunteers and other stakeholders have invested time in discussion and reflection prior to completing the application. The questions in The Washington Post Award application can spur on this work.

The Washington Post 2010 Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Management, a project of the Center for Nonprofit Advancement with support from RAFFA, PC, includes a $10,000 cash grant and much more! Plus, all applicants receive feedback on their management practices from the selection committee. So, your nonprofit can benefit just from completing the application. There is no fee to take part. Applications are due Monday, December 7! Click here to learn more.

View the November/December Nonprofit Agenda online

2009-12-01T14:37:00.000-05:00

The November/December 2009 issue of the Center for Nonprofit Advancement's print newsletter, Nonprofit Agenda, is now available electronically.

Inside this issue:

A Celebration of Excellence and Service
5 Tips to Get the Most from Your Graphic Design Experience
Meet the Newest Center Members
Center Recognizes Excellence in Washington Region Nonprofit Leadership
Meet Our Newest Partners in Advancement
Individual Philanthropy: What Does Building Meaningful Donor Relationships Look Like?
Recruit, Engage and Leverage: Providing Meaningful Volunteer Opportunities
Partnering for Success
Learn About The Washington Post 2010 Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Management
Member News

Click here to download the PDF.

And don't forget to explore the offerings in our latest catalog of courses from the Center's Learning and Leadership Institute. View upcoming classes by date or subject.

Seeking the "Best Fundraiser"

2009-11-30T13:32:00.000-05:00

The NonProfit Times is compiling nominations for their "best fundraisers" feature story. Make a nomination for categories including: Younger Than 40; Living Legend; Direct Mail; Major Gifts; Online; Special Events, Education; DRTV; and Sector Leadership.

Nominees must be employed at a nonprofit. Send your suggestions, along with contact information and a few lines about the person, to editor2@nptimes.com.

Join Us This Week

2009-11-30T12:45:00.000-05:00

We hope to see you this week at one of these upcoming workshops. Click each listing below for event and registration details.

Center Members Recognized in Catalogue for Philanthropy

2009-11-25T09:37:00.000-05:00

Since 2003, the Catalogue for Philanthropy has spotlighted high impact, carefully evaluated, community-based Greater Washington nonprofits with budgets of less than $3 million. To date, the Catalogue has helped featured nonprofits to raise more than $9.6 million from new donors.

The Center for Nonprofit Advancement is pleased to recognize Center members featured in the new 2009-2010 Catalogue for Philanthropy. Click below to see member catalogue profiles.

Special Opportunity for Arlington Nonprofits

2009-11-24T09:57:00.000-05:00

Please join Arlington Economic Development and the Center for Nonprofit Advancement on Tuesday, December 8 for "Effective Boards that Work: How You Can Make it Happen." This workshop is free for Arlington Residents and nonprofits; $49 for Center members; $89 for all others.

Workshop description: Effective boards don’t just happen; they need thought, creativity, planning and even luck. If you’re feeling your board could be improved, you’re having trouble recruiting board members or you’re frustrated with the board you have, join us. Learn about the characteristics of well-functioning boards, setting an effective meeting strategy and the secrets to building strong staff-board relations.

Faculty: Sandra Renner, Principal, Renner Consulting

The workshop runs from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm on December 8 and is presented at the Arlington County Central Library (1015 North Quincy Street, Main Auditorium, Arlington, Va.). Click here to register.

Grant Opportunity: Technical Assistance

2009-11-23T14:06:00.000-05:00

The Center for Neighborhood Enterprise (CNE) is seeking applications from nonprofits serving Wards 5,6, 7 and 8 in the District of Columbia to receive technical assistance and/or sub-awards through the Compassion Capital Fund (CCF) of the U.S Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Community Services (OCS), Administration for Children and Families.

"The goal of CCF is to assist nonprofit faith-based and community-based organizations in: increasing their effectiveness, enhancing their ability to provide social services, expanding their organizations, diversifying their funding sources and creating collaborations to better serve those most in need."

Click here to download the Grant Announcement.

CNE is hosting an information/question and answer session on Monday, November 30. Details and registration information available on page two of the grant announcement.

Free Webinar: Recession-Proof Your Grantwriting

2009-11-21T16:05:00.001-05:00

The Maryland Governor's Grants Office is hosting a free webinar, "Recession-Proof Your Grantwriting," on Wednesday, December 2 from 3:00 to 4:00 pm.

With presenter Beverley Francis, president and CEO of the Columbia Foundation,this session is intended to answer your questions about resources in your own backyard.

Visit the Web site to learn more and register.

Seeking Nominees: Those Who Made a Difference

2009-11-19T22:12:00.000-05:00

Do you know a Prince George's County resident who made a difference in their community in 2009? The Gazette is seeking nominees for its annual "Those Who Made a Difference" recognition.

See those recognized in the 2008.

See what nominations should include and how to submit them.

The nomination deadline is November 30.

Help the Homeless This Weekend

2009-11-17T15:19:00.000-05:00

If you're looking for something to do on Saturday (November 21), it's not too late to take part in the 22nd Annual Fannie Mae Help the Homeless Walkathon.

This community-wide program raises funds and awareness that help support organizations in our region working to prevent and end homelessness. According to the programs Web site, "More than 12,000 people in the Washington metropolitan area do not have homes a number that is expected to grow under current economic conditions. This includes people living on the streets, staying in shelters or living in transitional housing.

"There are many misconceptions about homelessness. Fewer than 11 percent regularly live on the streets. More than 40 percent of homeless people are families and about one in four are children. Nearly one-third of homeless people are employed."

Since 1988, the Help the Homeless Program has raised more than $75 million for nonprofits serving the homeless in our region. 100% of your donation through the program goes directly to the Help the Homeless nonprofit beneficiary nonprofits.

Center for Nonprofit Advancement Member beneficiary groups include:

Access Housing, Inc.
Arlington Street People's Assistance Network (A-SPAN)
Bethany House of Northern Virginia
Bread for the City
Bright Beginnings
Byte Back
Capitol Hill Group Ministry
Carpenter's Shelter
Catholics for Housing, Inc.
Community Family Life Services
Community Tax Aid, Inc.
Damien Ministries, Inc.
D.C. Central Kitchen
District Alliance for Safe Housing
Dwelling Place, Inc.
Housing and Community Services of Northern Virginia
JHP Inc.
Jubilee Jobs, Inc.
Little Blue House
Lorton Community Action Center
Martha's Table
Mary House
Miriam's House
Montgomery Housing Partnership, Inc.
My Sister's Place
N Street Village
Neighbors' Consejo
New Endeavors By Women
New Hope Housing
Open Arms Housing
Reston Interfaith
Samaritan Inns, Inc.
Sarah's Circle
Sasha Bruce Youthwork
Shepherd's Table
Transgender Health Empowerment
Transitional Housing Corporation
United Communities Against Poverty, Inc.
Unity Community Ministries
Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless

Click here to learn more about taking part in Saturday's walk.

Visit the Help the Homeless channel on YouTube to meet several of the organization's whose work benefits from the program. Click below to watch the video from 16-year Center member Mary House.

Community Comes Together for Nonprofit 911: What's Next?

2009-11-16T15:24:00.001-05:00

Today, 8 Neighbors, a collaborative group which includes the Center for Nonprofit Advancement and seven other organizations serving the Greater Washington region, convened “Nonprofit 911: What’s Next?” to explore the economic realities of Washington, DC area nonprofits and the people they serve.

Board members, funders, executives and other key leaders in the nonprofit, business and government arenas came together to share what has worked (and what has not) in 2009 and to discuss the outlook for the months and year ahead.

Click here to download the report shared with attendees of "Nonprofit 911: What's Next?"

Click here for additional findings from the Center’s survey of the region’s nonprofits.

Click here for live posts on Twitter from the meeting.

Click here for event photos.

This 8 Neighbors event was hosted by the Center for Nonprofit Advancement, the Community Foundation of the National Capital Region, the Greater Washington Board of Trade, Leadership Greater Washington, the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, the Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington, United Way of the National Capital Area and the Washington Regional Association of Grantmakers.

Volunteer Day with Habitat for Humanity of Northern Virginia

2009-11-16T13:38:00.000-05:00

Center for Nonprofit Advancement staff were delighted to join Center member Habitat for Humanity of Northern Virginia at ReStore Alexandria last week.

From the group's Web site, "ReStore is a resale business that sells new and used building materials and home improvement items to the general public. All materials are donated by local retail businesses, building contractors, suppliers and individuals, and are made available for sale to the public at 50% to 90% below retail prices."

Center staff had a great time pitching in to help polish furniture, display housewares, set lighting displays and much more.

Click here to see additional photo's from the Center's volunteer day.

Click here to learn more about Habitat for Humanity of Northern Virginia's Alexandria and Chantilly ReStore locations.

Grant Opportunity: Community Summer Jobs Program

2009-11-15T22:26:00.000-05:00

The online application for the 2010 ExxonMobil Community Summer Jobs Program Grant is now available. From Center member Volunteer Fairfax, "for the eleventh year, Exxon Mobil Corporation will award grants to fund 8-week summer internships at sixty 501(c)(3) agencies in Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. This year, the grant amount is $2,750."

Click here to view the online portion of the application. The application deadline is Friday, December 4 at 4:00 p.m.

Get Discounted Arts and Culture Tickets

2009-11-14T15:25:00.000-05:00

Center member the Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington brings you two online marketplaces for arts and culture.

Find discounted arts and culture tickets in advance and online throughout Greater Washington on Ticketplace. Find family and free event information through CultureCapital.com.

New and Updated IRS Compliance Guides

2009-11-13T21:40:00.000-05:00

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released a new Compliance Guide for Tax-Exempt Organizations (other than 501(c)(3) Public Charities and Private Foundations).

This IRS guide "addresses activities that could jeopardize an organization's exempt status and discusses the general recordkeeping, reporting and disclosure responsibilities that apply to non-501(c)(3) exempt organizations." Click here to download the PDF.

The Compliance Guide for 501(c)(3) Public Charities has also been updated to "incorporate changes in the compliance requirements that apply to public charities and includes information about the redesigned Form 990, the 'e-Postcard,' as well as information about classification as a public charity after the elimination of the advance ruling process." Click here to download the PDF.

Meet a Member: National Museum of Americans in Wartime

2009-11-11T09:16:00.000-05:00

On this Veteran's Day, we wanted to take a moment to introduce you to Center for Nonprofit Advancement Member the National Museum of Americans in Wartime™.

Opening Veterans Day, November 11, 2012 near Manassas, Va., the "museum will engage visitors in the stories of men and women—in uniform and on the home front—who have answered the nation’s call to serve."

Click the video below or visit their Web site to learn more about the National Museum of Americans in Wartime™.

Free Seminar: Managing Personnel in Tough Economic Times

2009-11-10T08:17:00.000-05:00

From the DC Bar Pro Bono Program:

Pfizer Inc, in conjunction with the DC Bar Pro Bono program and the law firm of DLA Piper is sponsoring a free video conference seminar, "Managing Personnel in Tough Economic Times: Smart Ways to Avoid Legal Problems While Reducing Personnel Costs," on Thursday, December 3.

The seminar will be held at the law offices of DLA Piper, 500 8th Street, NW (Metro stop – Gallery Place on the Red, Yellow and Green lines). It will begin at 10:50 a.m. and run until 3:30 p.m. Lunch will be served.

This seminar will discuss legally permissible ways to help conserve resources and avoid employee terminations. For those organizations that must terminate staff, the laws regulating reductions in force will be explained and demystified. This seminar will also highlight other legal risks facing employers in hard times, including the misclassification of employees, wage and hour violations, and union organizing campaigns.

This seminar is designed for executive directors, board members, and officers with financial, operations and human resources responsibilities.

The seminar is free. To register, e-mail: registerdc@dlapiper.com

The video conference will also be held at the following locations:

DLA Piper LLP (US)
6225 Smith Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21209-3600
Register via e-mail to registerbaltimore@dlapiper.com

and

DLA Piper LLP (US)
1775 Wiehle Ave, Suite 400
Reston, VA 20190
Register via e-mail to: registernova@dlapiper.com

Application Workshop Added!

2009-11-06T09:20:00.000-05:00

If your organization is considering participating in The Washington Post 2010 Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Management, the awards selection committee can help you!

Join a free Webinar on Friday, November 13 from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. to learn what committee members look for in wining applications and presentations. Speakers will include a past award winner and members of the selection committee. Applicants are not required to attend this workshop to participate in the annual award competition.

Free. Registration is required. Click here to register.

Click to learn more about The Washington Post 2010 Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Management.

New at the Center: Workshops through January

2009-11-05T22:37:00.000-05:00

The Center for Nonprofit Advancement's Learning and Leadership Institute provides more than 100 workshops annually on a range of nonprofit management topics for all levels of nonprofit professionals.

New this week--explore course offerings through January! Whether you're looking for support in board goverance, fundraising, human resources or technology, the Center has an accessible and affordable workshop for you! In addition to courses at our offices in Washington, D.C. (convenient to the Farragut North and Farragut West metro stops), we're also offering workshops in Arlington and online Webinars.

Visit the Nonprofit Learning section on the Center's Web site to explore the complete schedule of upcoming courses by date or by subject.

DCTV Recognized with Center for Nonprofit Advancement Award

2009-11-04T12:22:00.000-05:00

Courtesy of DCTV, click below to watch a clip from the Center's 30th Anniversary Meeting and Celebration.

During the event, the Center recognized long-time member, the Public Access Corporation of the District of Columbia (DCTV), with the 2009 Center for Nonprofit Advancement Award for their vision and dedication in finding new ways to support the Greater Washington nonprofit sector.

New Nonprofit Channel Launches This Week!

2009-11-02T13:14:00.000-05:00

On Tuesday, November 3, the Center for Nonprofit Advancement and DCTV will launch a new channel, DCTV Focus, to highlight the work of local nonprofits and provide resources, training and tips for nonprofit professionals, board members and volunteers.

Click to learn more about the channel and sharing your video content with more than 300,000 in the region.

As a part of this partnership, the Center will also host a weekly, 30-minute show, Connections, beginning Tuesday, November 3 on Comcast 96 and RCN 11. Click below to watch a preview for the show.

Save the Date: "Nonprofit 911: What's Next?"

2009-11-02T11:32:00.000-05:00

Join 8 Neighbors for
Nonprofit 911: What's Next?
Implications of the Economic Realities

The past year has been extremely difficult for nonprofit organizations and their leaders. Last December, more than 500 members of the community came together for "Nonprofit 911." Join board members, funders, executives and other key leaders in the nonprofit arena on Monday, November 16 for "Nonprofit 911: What's Next?" to share what worked and what did not as we discuss the outlook for the months and year ahead.

Each participant will receive a report with a snapshot of how the economic downturn has affected nonprofit organizations and a list of strategies for succeeding during challenging times.

Registration is free. Attendance is limited to one person per organization. Space is limited. Center members, contact us for the registration link. Space is limited!

This 8 Neighbors event is hosted by the Center for Nonprofit Advancement, the Community Foundation of the National Capital Region, the Greater Washington Board of Trade, Leadership Greater Washington, the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, the Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington, United Way of the National Capital Area and the Washington Regional Association of Grantmakers.

Meet a Member: HasNa

2009-11-01T17:58:00.000-05:00

Center for Nonprofit Advancement Member HasNa promotes cross-cultural understanding and economic empowerment in culturally divided areas of the world and encourages individuals and communities in such areas to work together toward advancement and peaceful coexistence.

They work at the grassroots level to create communication and collaboration among ethnically divided peoples, providing the tools and ongoing assistance to support small-scale, sustainable efforts aimed at economic and social development. Click the video below or visit their Web site to learn more about HasNa.

Join the group at 8:00 p.m. on Monday, November 2 at the Avalon Theater for the screening of "Bliss". Click here to download the PDF with details about the movie.

Seeking Applicants: Pro Bono Internet Consulting

2009-11-01T17:52:00.000-05:00

The Bivings Group will award $10,000 in Internet consulting services to a a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit in the metropolitan Washington, DC area through its "TBGIVES" contest.

The group's "ideal partner will be an organization with a budget of less than one million dollars per year whose impact can be enhanced through the strategic use of technology."

Entries are due by Wednesday, November 25.

Click here to learn more and access the application.

Don't be left out!

2009-10-30T11:40:00.000-04:00

Excerpted from Nonprofits Count!:

Data collected by the Census next year will be used to determine a host of issues critical to the nonprofit community. Lower income and more mobile populations, precisely those served by many nonprofits, are frequently undercounted by the census, leading to underfunding of critical services and infrastructure and under-representation in government.

Nonprofits can play an important role in making sure their communities are fully and accurately counted by educating them on the importance of the census and how to participate.

Nonprofits Count, a project of the Nonprofit Voter Engagement Network (NVEN), has released a new Census Toolkit for Nonprofit Organizations. This toolkit is available free at http://www.nonprofitscount.org and includes information to help nonprofits get involved with the 2010 Census.

An Interview with Manny Hidalgo

2009-10-29T14:14:00.000-04:00

Meet Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman 2009 EXCEL Award Winner Manny Hidalgo.

Manny has transformed the Latino Economic Development Corporation into a strong player in Latino and other cultural communities. The organization’s budget has grown by 30% every year under Manny’s leadership.

Manny is passionate about picking the right staff…and gives them the room to learn, shine and laugh. Manny knows what’s important in life, stressing that dedication to work and to home are equally important.

What does this award mean for you and your organization?
Manny: The EXCEL award is an immense honor for both me and my staff at the Latino Economic Development Corporation. Over the past five years, we at LEDC have really worked hard to change what we do through a comprehensive team building strategy involving every stakeholder in the organization. Our collective leadership has helped us double in size to help meet the critical need for quality small business, affordable housing preservation and homeownership services in the DC metro area. I’m honored to share this award with my staff and Board, and we hope to continue our innovative work within the Latino community and other underserved populations in the years to come.

What advice would you offer for other nonprofit executive directors?
Manny: One of the best pieces of advice that I can offer is find a coach and mentor who helps you believe in your ability to bring change to an organization. When times are tough, you need to know you have the guidance from someone who’s been there before. Secondly, the quality of an executive director’s ongoing relationship with the board of directors is central when realizing your goals as an executive director. If you gain the trust of your board, you can do a lot of good for your organization. Lastly, recruit a passionate and innovative staff that embraces the journey of change with you.

An Interview with Pam Michell

2009-10-29T14:10:00.000-04:00

Meet Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman 2009 EXCEL Award Winner Pam Michell.

Serving as New Hope Housing executive director for the past 20 years, Pam has built an organization that not only faces the immediate needs of the homeless in Northern Virginia, but also takes responsibility for seeking long-term solutions to break the cycle of homelessness.

Pam looks for greatness in individuals, even when their greatness has yet to be seen. She challenges and empowers staff. Seeing residents, staff and board soar to new heights is part of her style.

What does this award mean for you and your organization?
Pam: We executive directors don’t spend much time thinking about our leadership and what we do well. So to read the nomination, listen to four people sing my praises to the panel [from the selection committee], and then to win is both humbling and affirming. Most importantly, the Excel award is an opportunity to tell the story of homeless people and what the dedicated staff of New Hope Housing is doing to prevent and end homelessness.

What advice would you offer for other nonprofit executive directors?
Pam: Believe passionately in your mission. Know your values and stick to them, come what may. Think beyond your agency to achieve the greater good. Tell it like you see it.

An Interview with Eleni Rossides

2009-10-29T14:06:00.000-04:00

Meet Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman 2009 EXCEL Award Winner Eleni Rossides.

Eleni Rossides thought her seven-year career on the pro-tennis circuit was tough, until she took on the challenge of a lifetime, as executive director of the Washington Tennis and Education Foundation (WTEF). In addition to juggling a 50-plus member board of directors, a small staff and a large annual event, under Eleni’s leadership the group seeks to build a second tennis center with land and approval from the District Government.

As a board member told us, Eleni did not predict this recession, but she did prepare the organization just in case to position WTEF to succeed in every economy.

What does this award mean for you and your organization?
Eleni: This award means a great deal to me and WTEF. We are in the middle of a very exciting time for WTEF as we plan to build a new, tennis education and community center in Ward 7 of Washington, D.C. Validation of the strength of the organization and its leader will be very helpful as we continue to execute plans to build the center to help the neediest children of the District and raise the funds to do so.

What advice would you offer for other nonprofit executive directors?
Eleni: The EXCEL Award process has been an extremely helpful one to go through. Thinking through how one leads an organization and what leadership means to one’s organization is a very important process. It is important to take a step back and think through one’s strengths and weaknesses and where one would like to improve. I am thankful for this process and the award which enabled me to take the time to go through it.

An Interview with Dallice Joyner

2009-10-29T14:01:00.000-04:00

Meet Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman 2009 EXCEL Award Honorable Mention Recipient Dallice Joyner.

As Executive Director of the Northern Virginia Area Health Education Center, Dallice is leading an organization that works in the growing world of medical language interpretations – serving immigrant and other vulnerable communities in need of health information or facing a health crisis.

Dallice often says that if an employee leaves her organization as the same person, without growth or a broader comfort zone, then she has failed as a leader.

What advice would you offer for other nonprofit leaders?
Dallice: Share. Keep your focus on what’s important for your organization. Work outside of your comfort zone.

What does this award mean for you and your organization?
Dallice: This award comes at a perfect time in our organization’s life. It serves as a spring board for our next level of growth. It markets and promotes our organization and expertise past our current realm of exposure. Since I plan to use the award money attend a special political school, it will propel us into a broader and more influential political arena.

An Interview with Aleta Margolis

2009-10-29T12:57:00.000-04:00

Meet Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman 2009 EXCEL Award Honorable Mention Recipient Aleta Margolis.

Aleta is the chief inspirer at the Center for Inspired Teaching which exists to ensure schools make the most of children's innate desire to learn. They do this by investing in teachers.

Board members tell us that she pushes them to be a high impact board. Staff members are challenged professionally – think big/dream big. Teachers are transformed through Aleta’s charismatic and persuasive ideas…all while keeping the benefits of the kids in mind.

What does this award mean for you and your organization?
Aleta: It reflects positively on the critical work we do to support high quality education and teacher training in the District, and provides meaningful exposure for our expanding programs. It is an honor to be recognized within the greater community of outstanding DC nonprofits.

What advice would you offer for other nonprofit executive directors?
Aleta: Be clear about your goals, and support the people working with you. Make sure you learn as well as give feedback and keep lines of communication open with your staff. Most importantly, make sure the work you do is both meaningful and challenging, and always make time for reflection.

Center Recognizes Excellence in Washington Region Nonprofit Leadership

2009-10-29T12:19:00.000-04:00

Winners and Honorable Mentions Named in
Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman 2009 EXCEL Award

The Center for Nonprofit Advancement announced today recipients of the Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman 2009 EXCEL Award for excellence in chief executive leadership. This competitive award spotlights up to three outstanding nonprofit leaders in the Washington metropolitan area for outstanding nonprofit chief executive leadership.

2009 Award recipients include the following executive directors:

Manny Hidalgo of the Latino Economic Development Corporation in Washington, D.C
Pamela L. Michell of New Hope Housing, Inc. in Alexandria, Va.
Eleni A. Rossides of the Washington Tennis & Education Foundation in Washington, D.C.

The 2009 Award winners were recognzied at the Center for Nonprofit Advancement’s 30th Anniversary Annual Meeting on Thursday, October 29 in Washington, D.C.

Also announced, the following executive directors were Honorable Mention recipients for the Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman 2009 EXCEL Award:

Dallice Joyner of the Northern Virginia Area Health Education Center in Alexandria, Va.
Aleta Margolis of the Center for Inspired Teaching in Washington, D.C.

“The Center is excited to celebrate and recognize excellence in chief executive leadership throughout Greater Washington,” said Center CEO Glen O’Gilvie. “Our 2009 awardees are leading organizations that ensure the success of communities throughout the region.”

This is the fifth year for this competition, and the fourth year that the Bethesda-based accounting firm Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman has sponsored the award.

Each award winner receives a $5,000 professional development account to use in their role as an organization’s chief executive. In addition, the winning organization receives a $2,000 grant to provide professional development opportunities for their staff. Each honorable mention recipient’s organization receives a $1,000 award to support professional development programs for the candidate and/or its staff.

Awardees are selected by a committee of nonprofit leaders, business professionals, consultants and community members. Award recipients must show excellence in the areas of innovation, motivation, community building, ethical integrity and strategic leadership. The selection process includes four stages including nomination, interview, site visit and selection.

The competition is open to any chief executive of a Greater Washington-area nonprofit organization with an annual budget of $10 million and under. Board members, staff members, volunteers, clients or community members may nominate chief executives.

The award is administered by the Center for Nonprofit Advancement.

Is Your Organization Prepared for H1N1?

2009-10-28T11:20:00.000-04:00

Center member, the DC Bar Pro Bono Program, has shared two e-alerts prepared by the law firm of Nixon Peabody for the Pro Bono Partnership of Greater New York to help your organization prepare for H1N1. The alerts explain what steps employers should consider in case they experience an outbreak of H1N1 flu among their workers. The following are available for download in PDF format:

Be sure to also check out, the National Council of Nonprofit’s Toolkit on H1N1 Flu Preparedness for Nonprofits.

Building Your Team: Making Your Board Members Your Greatest Asset

2009-10-27T10:31:00.000-04:00

Join the Center for Nonprofit Advancement and Booz Allen Hamilton on Tuesday, December 1, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in McLean,Va., for the latest session in the 2009 Fundraising Development Conference Speaker Series.

The session will focus on mapping board assets to optimize their engagement with your organization. Learn best practices from executive directors and board members who have been successful in developing a functional board for high impact.

Session registration is $25.

Click here for additional event details and to register.

Deadlines Approaching: Local Awards Programs Seek Nominees

2009-10-26T10:25:00.000-04:00

The deadlines are fast approaching for several awards to recognize excellence in our region are seeking nominations. Click each below to learn more.

SmartCEO Magazine is seeking nominees for its annual Smart100 program. Nominations close Friday, October 30. Click here to learn more about submitting a nominations for the Greater Washington region.
The Washington Area Women's Foundation is accepting nominations for its 2010 Leadership Awards. The nomination deadline is Tuesday, November 3. Click here to learn more.

And remember, the Center for Nonprofit Advancement is now accepting applications for The Washington Post 2010 Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Management. The application deadline is Monday, December 7.

Technology Day of Service

2009-10-26T09:00:00.000-04:00

From Center member NPower Greater DC Region:

On Friday, December 4, NPower DC is coordinating volunteers from IT departments of several local corporations to provide pro bono Stable & Secure Scans for nonprofits.

Tech savvy volunteers will conduct a 12 Point Review of your organization's technology using a method developed by the NPower Network. Areas where your organization can make effective improvements or changes will be identified.

A Stable and Secure Scan is a particularly powerful tool for small to medium sized nonprofits with limited tech resources. Space is limited, so don’t wait to take advantage of this opportunity!

Interested organizations must complete this brief online request form.

Join Us Next Week

2009-10-23T18:55:00.000-04:00

We hope to see you this week at one of these upcoming workshops at the Center for Nonprofit Advancement. Click each listing below for event and registration details.

Join the Celebration!

2009-10-19T12:32:00.000-04:00

Reserve your seat today for the 30th Anniversary Meeting and Breakfast on Thursday, October 29 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. with keynote address by Debbi Jarvis, Pepco Holdings, Inc. Vice President of Communications.

Join more than 200 leaders from the region’s nonprofit, foundation, legislative and business communities in recognizing excellence in the region's nonprofit leadership, saluting outstanding public servants, networking and connecting across the community and celebrating the Center's 30 years of service to nonprofits.

Presenting Sponsors M&T Bank and the Center for Nonprofit Advancement Benefits Trust | Supporting Sponsor Early, Cassidy and Schilling | Sustaining Sponsor Booz Allen Hamilton | EXCEL Award Sponsor Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman | Table Sponsors.

Register Today!

Free Proposal Writing Class Offered in Spanish

2009-10-18T12:11:00.000-04:00

The Foundation Center-Washington, DC is offering a free proposal writing class offered in Spanish on Monday, November 2 from 9:00 am to12:00 p.m. at their Washington, D.C. office. Click here to learn more.

Clase especial: Principios de la escritura de propuestas, 2 de noviembre 9am-12pm. Enteramente en español!