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Nonprofit Calendar

Upcoming Education & Training Programs for Minnesota Nonprofits
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.)
 
 

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

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

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
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
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
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.
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!
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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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
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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Technology

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
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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