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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.) |
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MCF Events
Grantseeking for Beginners Seminars
Full schedule for 2010 now online
Boards
| Board Boot Camp |
| Board Boot Camp is your first
stop on your tour of duty as a new nonprofit board member. It's also a
great workshop to better understand nonprofit board services and assess
whether you want to take the leap and join a board. |
| Sponsor: |
MAP for Nonprofits |
| When: |
April 7, 6 - 8 pm
May 12, 8:30 - 10:30 am
June 23, 6 - 8 pm |
| Where: |
2314 University
Ave., Suite 28, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
$35 |
| FFI: |
www.mapfornonprofits.org, 651.647.1216 |
| Tips to Tranform Your Board: Advanced Boot
Camp |
| Sponsor: |
MAP for Nonprofits and Greater United Way Emerging
Leaders Program |
| When: |
May 18, 6 - 8 pm |
| Where: |
2314 University
Ave., Suite 28, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
$35 |
| FFI: |
www.mapfornonprofits.org, 651.647.1216 |
| Board Chair Training |
| Sponsor: |
MAP for Nonprofits |
| When: |
June 9, 4 - 8:30 pm |
| Where: |
2314 University
Ave., Suite 28, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
$85 |
| FFI: |
www.mapfornonprofits.org, 651.647.1216 |
| Board Boot Camp Webinar |
| Board Boot Camp is your first
stop on your tour of duty as a new nonprofit board member. It's also a
great workshop to better understand nonprofit board services and assess
whether you want to take the leap and join a board. Click on the link
above to learn more. |
| Sponsor: |
MAP for Nonprofits in partnership with Minnesota Council
of Nonprofits |
| When: |
July 14, 1 - 2 pm |
| Where: |
2314 University
Ave., Suite 28, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
$35 |
| FFI: |
www.mapfornonprofits.org, 651.647.1216 |
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Communications and Marketing
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Technology and Communications Conference |
| Sponsor: |
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits and MAP for Nonprofits |
| When: |
March 24, 7:45 am - 4:30 pm |
| Where: |
Hyatt Regency, 1300 Nicollet Mall,
Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
$149 members/$169 for nonmembers |
| FFI: |
www.mncn.org,
651.642.1904 |
| Social Media and Communications How To's
Webinar |
| Josh Becerra of Monkey Island
and buy the change will walk you through the basics of how your
organization can use social media to communicate with your constituents,
donors, and other key stakeholders. |
| Sponsor: |
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundation,
through THe Resilient Organizations Fund |
| When: |
May 24, Noon - 1:30 pm |
| Where: |
Webinar |
| Cost: |
Free |
| FFI: |
www.resilientnonprofits.org |
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Finance & Accounting
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Budgeting for Your Fundraising Program |
| Sponsor: |
Center for Business Excellence. |
| When: |
April
30, 8 am - 12 pm |
| Where: |
University of St. Thomas, Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
$85 |
| FFI: |
www.stthomas.edu/execed,
651.962.4600 |
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Fundraising
| Marketing and Public Relations - Twin
Strategies for Success |
| Sponsor: |
Center for Business Excellence. |
| When: |
March 19, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Where: |
University of St. Thomas, Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
$145 |
| FFI: |
www.stthomas.edu/execed,
651.962.4600 |
| How to Write a Development Plan and Manage a
Development Office |
| Sponsor: |
Center for Business Excellence. |
| When: |
March 26, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Where: |
University of St. Thomas, Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
$145 |
| FFI: |
www.stthomas.edu/execed,
651.962.4600 |
| Sustainable Fundraising Strategies |
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During
the workshop you’ll take a closer look at the strategies and actions you
currently use to raise funds from individuals and you’ll leave
re-energized with implementable action steps to raise more funds for
your organization in this challenging economy. |
| Sponsor: |
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits |
| When: |
Duluth: March 30, 1 - 4 pm
Virginia: March 31, 9 am - noon
Mankato: April 8, 9 am - noon
St Cloud: May 5, 9 am - noon |
| Where: |
Duluth: Ordean Building,
424 West Superior
Street, Conference Room B/C, Duluth
Virginia: Arrowhead Center, 505 S 12th Ave # 1, Virginia
Mankato: South Central Service Cooperative, 2075 Lookout Drive, North
Mankato
St Cloud: Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Division Street & 37th Ave., St.
Cloud |
| Cost: |
$45 MCN Members / $65
for Nonmembers |
| FFI: |
www.mncn.org,
651.642.1904 |
| Asking for Major Gifts |
| Sponsor: |
Center for Business Excellence. |
| When: |
April 9, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Where: |
University of St. Thomas, Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
$145 |
| FFI: |
www.stthomas.edu/execed,
651.962.4600 |
| Nonprofit Prospect Management and Research
Techniques |
| Sponsor: |
Center for Business Excellence. |
| When: |
April 16, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Where: |
University of St. Thomas, Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
$145 |
| FFI: |
www.mncn.org,
651.962.4600 |
| Reliable Fundraising in Unreliable Times |
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Based on
her new book of the same name, renowned fundraising trainer Kim Klein’s
workshop with MCN will focus on the advantages and opportunities
inherent in economic turmoil, and how your fundraising program can
expand in this environment. |
| Sponsor: |
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits |
| When: |
April 20, 9 am - 4 pm |
| Where: |
Traveler's Jackson Room, 385 Washington
St, St Paul |
| Cost: |
$100 for
MCN Members/$150 for Nonmembers
(incl lunch) |
| FFI: |
www.mncn.org,
651.642.1904 |
| External Fund Development Sources -
Government Grants and Corporate Sponsorships |
| Sponsor: |
Center for Business Excellence. |
| When: |
April 23, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Where: |
University of St. Thomas, Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
$145 |
| FFI: |
www.stthomas.edu/execed,
651.962.4600 |
| MCN's Grantwriting Clinics for Nonprofit
Pratcitioners |
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In this
hands-on workshop, participants will gain knowledge that will help you
to better understand and implement a more strategic grantwriting and
development process for your organization.
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| Sponsor: |
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits |
| When: |
May 5, 1 - 4:30 pm |
| Where: |
MCN
Conference Room: 2314 University Avenue, Suite 20, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
$85 for
MCN Members Only |
| FFI: |
www.mncn.org,
651.642.1904 |
| Special Events Fundraising that Works! |
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We all
know that planning for, and implementing, fundraising events takes a lot
of work. During this Webinar, nationally renowned presenter Jean Block
will divulge tips and tactics to make your fundraising events pay off. |
| Sponsor: |
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits |
| When: |
May 6, 10 - 11:30 am |
| Where: |
Webinar |
| Cost: |
$65 for
MCN Members/$95 for Nonmembers |
| FFI: |
www.mncn.org,
651.642.1904 |
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Human Resources
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Leadership/Management
| Social Enterprise Network |
| Sponsor: |
MAP for Nonprofits & Nonprofits Assistance Fund |
| When: |
Meets monthly on 2nd Thursdays, Noon -
1:30 p.m. |
| Where: |
2314 University
Ave. W, Suite 28, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
Free |
| FFI: |
www.nonprofitsassistancefund.org, 651.642.1904 |
| Transforming is Not Optional: Your Board in
a New Nonprofit Reality |
| Sponsor: |
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundationm
through The Resilient Organizations Fund |
| When: |
April 14, 9 am - 12:30 pm |
| Where: |
Neighborhood House, 179 Robie St Em St
Paul |
| Cost: |
Free |
| FFI: |
www.resilientnonprofits.org |
| Strategic Thinking Webinar |
| Sponsor: |
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundationm
through The Resilient Organizations Fund |
| When: |
April 26, Noon - 1:30 pm |
| Where: |
Webinar |
| Cost: |
Free |
| FFI: |
www.resilientnonprofits.org |
| Attracting & Building Support for Your
Mission |
| Sponsor: |
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundationm
through The Resilient Organizations Fund |
| When: |
April 29, 1 - 4:30 pm |
| Where: |
Southwest Minnesota State University
Conference Room, 1501 State St, Marshall |
| Cost: |
Free |
| FFI: |
www.resilientnonprofits.org |
| Resilient Leadership and Emotional
Intelligence |
| Sponsor: |
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundationm
through The Resilient Organizations Fund |
| When: |
May 11, 12:30 - 4 pm |
| Where: |
Initiative Foundation, 405 First St SE,
Little Falls |
| Cost: |
Free |
| FFI: |
www.resilientnonprofits.org |
| Seizing Opportunities to Reduce Poverty and
Build Community Prosperity |
| Sponsor: |
Northwest Area Foundation, Grassroots & Groundwork |
| When: |
May 13-14 |
| Where: |
Red Lion Hotel, Portland, Oregon |
| Cost: |
$250 Early Bird, $300 Standard,
$350 On Site |
| FFI: |
www.grassrootsandgroundwork.org,
888.904.9831 |
| Tools, Tips and Tactics for New Executive
Directors |
| Sponsor: |
MAP for Nonprofits |
| When: |
May 20, 7:30 - 9 am |
| Where: |
MAP for Nonprofits, 2314 University Ave
W, Suite 28, St Paul |
| Cost: |
Free Includes Continental Breakfast |
| FFI: |
www.mapfornonprofits.org, 651.647.1216 |
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Networking/Careers
| Young Nonprofit Professionals Network - Twin
Cities Happy Hour |
| Young Nonprofit Professionals Network - Twin
Cities is your local chapter of the national Young Nonprofit Professionals Network.
Activities provide a place for young nonprofit professionals to build their skills and
professional connections. |
| Sponsor: |
Young Nonprofit Professionals Network - Twin
Cities |
| When: |
Check their website for upcoming events. |
| Idealist Nonprofit Career Fair |
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The
Idealist Nonprofit Career Fair is the premiere event to recruit
individuals who are interested in launching a career in the nonprofit
sector. This is a great opportunity to introduce your nonprofit to a
wider audience and engage with new talent. |
| Sponsor: |
Idealist cohosting with MCN and Hubert H. Humphrey
Institute of Public Affairs Career Services |
| When: |
April 13, Noon - 4 pm |
| Where: |
University of Minnesota Coffman Memorial Union |
| Cost: |
Free |
| FFI: |
www.idealist.org |
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Public Policy
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Technology
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Technology and Communications Conference |
| Sponsor: |
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits and MAP for Nonprofits |
| When: |
March 24, 7:45 am - 4:30 pm |
| Where: |
Hyatt Regency, 1300 Nicollet Mall,
Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
$149 members/$169 for nonmembers |
| FFI: |
www.mncn.org,
651.642.1904 |
| QuickBooks Training for Nonprofit Organizations |
This seminar is part of South
Central College’s Small Business Management program, which specializes
in skill building for nonprofit professionals. In this training, you
will get:
- Training specially tailored to nonprofits
- Hands-on computer training, so that you can learn
by doing
- Classes taught by instructors who understand
QuickBooks, nonprofit organizations and nonprofit accounting
- A class designed for adult learners
- Workbook, practice tutorials and handouts
included
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| Sponsor: |
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits and South Central College |
| When: |
April 1 - 2, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm |
| Where: |
South Central College, 1920 Lee Boulevard North, Mankato |
| Cost: |
$499 |
| FFI: |
dan.sprague@southcentral.edu or call 612.382.9915 |
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Volunteerism
| Relationship Matter: Volunteerism in
Immigrant Communities |
| Sponsor: |
MAVA |
| When: |
March 25, 9 a.m. - Noon |
| Where: |
Calvary Lutheran Church, 7520 Golden
Valley Road, Golden Valley |
| Cost: |
Members $25, Nonmembers $40 |
| FFI: |
www./mavanetwork.org,
651.255.0469 |
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