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Nonprofit Calendar
Upcoming Education & Training
Programs for Minnesota Nonprofits |
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Submit calendar entries:
webmaster@mcf.org.
Entries should include program name, brief description, sponsors, date, time, location, contact
information and fee.
MCF Programs: In addition to the
programs listed below, MCF operates monthly programs for foundations and corporate grantmakers,
primarily for MCF members only. (For information on MCF membership, see
Joining
MCF.) |
Boards
Board Boot Camp I
| Never served on a nonprofit board? In this
newly-updated two-hour session, you will learn the difference between
nonprofit and for-profit entities and board service, legal considerations,
board member "must-do" roles and responsibilities, and how to be an
effective trustee. |
| Sponsor: |
MAP for Nonprofits |
| When: |
May 14, 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Apr. 22, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
June 18, 6:00-8:00 p.m. |
| Where: |
2314 University Ave. W. Ste. 28, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
$35 |
| FFI: |
651.647.1216,
training@mapfornonprofits.org |
Advanced Board Boot Camp
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Do you have board experience but want to take your board service and your board to the next level? This newly-developed program is for you. You will learn about nonprofit developmental stages, effective executive director/board relationships, solving common board problems such as reticence to fundraise, nonfunctioning board structure and disengagement, fiscal accountability, and more.
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| Sponsor: |
MAP for Nonprofits |
| When: |
May 29, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. |
| Where: |
2314 University Ave. W. Ste. 28, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
$35 |
| FFI: |
651.647.1216,
training@mapfornonprofits.org |
Customized Board Training
| Customized on-site training for board and key
staff members that covers fiduciary duties, roles and responsibilities,
fundraising, relationships among board and staff leadership, and tips for
greater board effectiveness. |
| Sponsor: |
MAP
for Nonprofits |
| Cost: |
$400-$600 |
| FFI: |
chammes@mapfornonprofits.org, 651.632.7224 |
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Communications and Marketing
Nonprofits and Communications Network Lunches
| Participants are encouraged to bring questions,
samples and insights related to the topic of the day. In addition to the
featured topic, each session will include time to network and discuss
off-topic items. Bring your lunch and be ready to participate! |
| Sponsor: |
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits |
| Time: |
Noon - 1 p.m. |
| When: |
May 9: E-mail Newsletters (please bring samples)
June 13: Media Lists: Creating and Maintaining
July 11: Web 2.0: Blogs
August 8: Web 2.0: Using Video Online
September 12: Web 2.0: Podcasting
October 10: Communications on a Budget
November 14: Branding
December 12: Graphic Design and Desktop Publishing Tips |
| Where: |
MCN Conference Room, 2314 University
Ave., Suite 20, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
Free |
| FFI: |
mncn.org, 651.642.1904,
info@mncn.org |
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Finance & Accounting
Nonprofits and Financial Management Network Lunches
| Participants are encouraged to bring questions,
samples and insights related to the topic of the day. In addition to the
featured topic, each session will include time to network and discuss
off-topic items. Bring your lunch and be ready to participate! |
| Sponsor: |
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
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Nonprofits
Assistance Fund |
| Time: |
Noon - 1 p.m. |
| When: |
May 28: Managing Restricted Grant Funds
June 25: Recordkeeping for Special Events
July 23: Managing and Reporting In-Kind Contributions
August 27: Investment and Endowment Policies
September 24: Annual Budget Planning
October 22: Using Lines of Credit, Loans, and Mortgages
November 26: Reserves: What Kind and How Much to Have |
| Where: |
Nonprofits Assistance Fund, 2801 21st Ave. S. Suite
210, Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
Free |
| FFI: |
mncn.org, 651.642.1904,
info@mncn.org |
Understanding Nonprofit Financial Reports
| Learn how to make sense of nonprofit financial
reports. Focusing on the income statement and balance sheet, this workshop
will teach you key terminology, show you what the reports are telling you
and what to look for in them. This workshop is geared to staff and board
members new to nonprofit finance. |
| Sponsor: |
Nonprofits
Assistance Fund |
| When: |
April 22, 9:00 a.m. - noon |
| Where: |
Nonprofits Assistance Fund, 2801 21st Ave. S. Suite
210, Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
$45-$65, depending on organization size |
| Register: |
nonprofitsassistancefund.org |
| FFI: |
612.278.7187 |
Financial Policies for Internal Control
| Safeguard your organization’s
assets and learn how to develop sound financial policies and effective
internal controls. This workshop will cover risks and areas of concern,
responsibility for internal controls, audits and external requirements for
policies and sample board and management policies and procedures. |
| Sponsor: |
Nonprofits
Assistance Fund |
| When: |
May 20, 9:00 a.m. - noon |
| Where: |
Nonprofits Assistance Fund, 2801 21st Ave. S. Suite
210, Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
$45-$65, depending on organization size |
| Register: |
nonprofitsassistancefund.org |
| FFI: |
612.278.7187 |
Calculating True Program Cost
| Do you know what your programs cost? Are you
sure your programs are fully funded? This workshop focuses on allocating
direct and indirect expenses and calculating the true cost of your programs.
This holistic approach to program budgeting will help your program staff be
good managers, your development staff write effective grants and is
essential for compliance on your 990. This workshop is geared toward
executive directors and financial managers. |
| Sponsor: |
Nonprofits
Assistance Fund |
| When: |
June 3, 9:00 a.m. - noon |
| Where: |
Nonprofits Assistance Fund, 2801 21st Ave. S. Suite
210, Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
$45-$65, depending on organization size |
| Register: |
nonprofitsassistancefund.org |
| FFI: |
612.278.7187 |
Black or Red: Which Do You Prefer?
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Covers the most effective financial management strategies, including cost
accounting principles, budgeting and financial reporting. Half-day,
customized workshop. |
| Sponsor: |
MAP
for Nonprofits |
| Cost: |
$300/org. |
| FFI: |
bclare@mapnp.org, 651.632.7234 |
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Fundraising
Grantseeking for Beginners Seminars
| The Minnesota Council on
Foundations' popular daylong session covers the
basics of effective grantwriting and grantseeking, including a review of
the proposal development process, sessions on budget preparation and
electronic research, and a panel discussion with Minnesota grantmakers. |
| When: |
June 19, Fargo (registration deadline: June 12)
September 18, U of M St. Paul Campus (registration deadline: September 11) |
| Time: |
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$95 ($125 after registration deadline) |
| FFI: |
Grantseeking for Beginners Seminars,
info@mcf.org,
612.338.1989 |
Advanced Grantseeking Seminar
| This Minnesota Council on
Foundations course is for individuals who want information beyond the basics of grantseeking. The program will help seasoned grantseekers think beyond the obvious to identify potential new sources of grant support and develop successful proposals that get funded.
Taught by a grantseeking expert, the seminar will include both grantmaker and grantseeker panels and will provide tips and strategies for crafting effective proposals. |
| When: |
August 21 (registration deadline: Aug. 14) |
| Where: |
Dorsey-Ewald Conference Center, St. Paul |
| Time: |
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$150 ($200 after registration deadline) |
| FFI: |
Advanced Grantseeking Seminar,
info@mcf.org,
612.338.1989 |
What Fundraisers Need to Know about Tax Laws
| Who is an independent contractor? Who is an exempt employee?
How does the Sarbanes-Oxley Act apply to nonprofit organizations? This
program will provide nonprofit board members and fundraising directors with
skills for constructively and effectively approaching these and other common
legal pitfalls. |
| Sponsor: |
Center for Business Excellence |
| When: |
April 23, 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. |
| Where: |
University of St. Thomas, Minneapolis Campus |
| Cost: |
$35 |
| FFI: |
651.962.4600 |
Nonprofits and Fundraising Network Lunches
| Participants are encouraged to bring questions,
samples and insights related to the topic of the day. In addition to the
featured topic, each session will include time to network and discuss
off-topic items. Bring your lunch and be ready to participate! |
| Sponsor: |
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits |
| Time: |
Noon - 1 p.m. |
| When: |
May 14: Development plans (please bring examples)
June 11: Structuring a development department to accommodate growth
July 9: A mid-year review of economic conditions for fundraising
August 13: Technology trends in fundraising
September 10: Strategies for attracting younger donors
October 8: Donor appeal letters (please bring examples)
November 12: Working with staff
December 10: Sharing strategies and tactics for building relationships
with donors |
| Where: |
MCN Conference Room, 2314 University
Ave., Suite 20, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
Free |
| FFI: |
mncn.org, 651.642.1904,
info@mncn.org |
Fundraising Consulting
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Customized assistance with fund
development planning, grantwriting, prospecting, planned giving, annual
campaigns, etc. |
| Sponsor: |
MAP
for Nonprofits |
| Cost: |
$40-75/hour |
| FFI: |
cbh@mapnp.org, 651.647.1216 |
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Human Resources
Nonprofits and Human Resources Network Lunches
| Participants are encouraged to bring questions,
samples and insights related to the topic of the day. In addition to the
featured topic, each session will include time to network and discuss
off-topic items. Bring your lunch and be ready to participate! |
| Sponsor: |
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits |
| Time: |
Noon - 1 p.m. |
| When: |
May 12: Setting Salaries and Communicating about Compensation
June 9: Compliance with State and Federal Employment Regulations
July 14: Recruitment and Hiring
August 11: Performance Management
September 8: Trends in Employee Benefits
November 10: Personnel Handbooks
December 15: Performance Reviews |
| Where: |
MCN Conference Room, 2314 University
Ave., Suite 20, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
Free |
| FFI: |
mncn.org, 651.642.1904,
info@mncn.org |
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Management
Nonprofit Risk Management Center Webinars
| MCN serves as a satellite office for the Nonprofit Risk Management Center, a national organization devoted to helping nonprofit organizations cope with and manage all types of risk. The NRMC's webinars feature a new topic each month, one hour
of content with continuous live chat, real-time visuals and audio, and downloadable handout materials.
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| Sponsor: |
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits |
| When: |
May 7:
Developing and Managing Conflict of Interest Policies
June 4:
Whistleblower and Retaliation Claims: Policies that Protect Your
Nonprofit
July 2: Reviewing Financial Transactions: Board and Staff
Roles in Internal Controls
and Audit Functions
August 6: Benefits in the
Nonprofit Workplace: Balancing Risk and Reward
September 3: Background
Checking and Your Nonprofit
October 1: Managing the Risks of Deploying
Youthful Volunteers
November 5: Managing Fundraising Risks
December 3:
Managing Special Event Risks |
| Time: |
1:00 p.m. CT |
| Cost: |
$59 per session; discounts available if
registering for multiple webinars |
| FFI: |
nonprofitrisk.org |
Legal Issues for Management
| The Individual Excellence component is a comprehensive,
integrated training program designed to build the capacity of the region's nonprofit organizations and
agencies. The courses are delivered by the Center for Nonprofit Management, University of St. Thomas. |
| Sponsor: |
Northwest Minnesota Foundation |
| When: |
May 1,
8:30 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. |
| Where: |
Beltrami Electric Cooperative, located on Highway 71 north |
| Cost: |
$50 (includes materials and lunch) |
| FFI: |
nwmf.org |
Tools, Tips and Tactics for New Executive Directors
| This free get-together with other new executive
directors includes a light breakfast, a presentation on best practices, and
recommendations from a panel of executive directors, along with Q&A and
information on local nonprofit resources. |
| Sponsor: |
MAP for Nonprofits |
| When: |
May 15, 7:30-9:00 a.m. |
| Where: |
2314 University Ave. W. Ste. 28, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
Free, but pre-registration required |
| FFI: |
651.647.1216,
training@mapfornonprofits.org |
Starting a Successful Nonprofit
| The process for transforming your idea into
an operating organization can be very complicated. This workshop is
designed to provide all the information you need to start a successful
nonprofit organization in Minnesota — beginning with an understanding
of why you may or may not want to start a nonprofit organization and
what other opportunities may be available to you. |
| Sponsor: |
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits |
| When: |
July 2, 9:00 a.m. - noon
October 16, 9:00 a.m. - noon |
| Where: |
MCN Conference Room, 2314 University
Ave., Suite 20, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
$85 |
| FFI: |
mncn.org, 651.642.1904,
info@mncn.org |
Action-Leaders Circles
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Nonprofit leaders (executive directors, mangers and board chairs) meet
regularly to focus their collective experiences on solving day-to-day
management issues. |
| Sponsor: |
MAP for Nonprofits |
| Cost: |
$350/year, $200/6 months |
| FFI: |
cbh@mapnp.org,
651.647.1216 |
Incorporate!
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Learn how to start a nonprofit organization (includes all required forms and
follow-up consultations with an attorney). Please call or e-mail for
information or to schedule an appointment. |
| Sponsor: |
MAP
for Nonprofits |
| Cost: |
$350/org. |
| FFI: |
cravine@mapnp.org, 651.632.7228 |
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Networking/Careers
Emerging Nonprofit Leaders Network Lunches
| This series is for individuals new
to the nonprofit sector with 1-5 years of experience working for nonprofits.
Come to share resources and talk about working in the nonprofit sector. In addition to the
featured topic, each session will include time to network and discuss
off-topic items. Bring your lunch and be ready to participate! |
| Sponsor: |
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits |
| Time: |
Noon - 1 p.m. |
| When: |
May 16: Social Media Galore - from Blogs to Wikis and Beyond!
June 20: Giving and Getting: Philanthropy, Fundraising, and more
July 18: Financial Managment for Everyone
August 15: Communications, Marketing, Public Relations
September 19: Sitting on a Nonprofit Board
October 17: Policy Happens Here!
November 21: Getting What You're Worth: Asking for a Raise/Negotiating
Salary
December 19: Friend of a Friend: Social Networking Online and Off |
| Where: |
MCN Conference Room, 2314 University
Ave., Suite 20, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
Free |
| FFI: |
mncn.org, 651.642.1904,
info@mncn.org |
Twin Cities Young Nonprofit Professionals Network Happy Hour
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Twin Cities YNPN is a new local chapter of the National Young Nonprofit Professionals Network.
TC YNPN's activities provide a place for young nonprofit professionals to build their skills and
professional connections.
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| Sponsor: |
Twin Cities
Young Nonprofit Professionals Network |
| When: |
April 23, 331 Club
(Northeast Minneapolis)
May 20, Location TBA |
| Time: |
5:30-7:00 p.m.
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Volunteerism
The Essentials
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The Essentials gives you a great understanding
of the components necessary for a successful volunteer management program.
Gain an understanding of the trends in volunteerism and how they help in the
development of a solid program structure. |
| Sponsor: |
Hands On Twin Cities |
| When: |
May 27, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. |
| Where: |
2021 Hennepin Ave. E. Ste. 420,
Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
$60 |
| FFI: |
612.379.4900,
info@volunteertwincities.org |
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