|
|
|
 |
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.) |
|
Annual Conference
|
2009
MCN/MCF Joint Annual Conference |
| 2009 is a time of retooling and transformation
for nonprofits, grantmakers, and the public and private sectors. As your
organization makes decisions for its future, you face critical choices about
how to be nimble, effective and efficient in achieving your mission. At the
MCN/MCF Joint Annual Conference, you’ll assemble practical tools to
transform your organization. Whether its re-engineering communications,
management, human resources or financial systems, you’ll learn what’s
essential and effective, how to be responsive yet results-oriented, and ways
to thrive as you refocus on pursuing your mission. |
| Sponsors: |
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
Minnesota Council on
Foundations |
| When: |
Nov. 5-6; doors open at noon on Nov. 5 |
| Where: |
Saint Paul RiverCentre, 175 West Kellogg Blvd., St.
Paul,
Location |
| Cost: |
Rates |
| FFI: |
MCN: 651.642.1904, 800.289.1904,
info@mncn.org
or
MCF: 612.338.1989,
info@mcf.org. |
Top
Boards
|
Board Boot Camp |
| Never served on a nonprofit board? In this
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: |
June 24, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
July 14, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. (webinar) |
| Where: |
2314 University Ave. W. Ste. 28, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
$35 |
| FFI: |
651.647.1216,
training@mapfornonprofits.org |
|
Board Chair Training
|
| This training covers topics for the new or
more experienced board chair. You will learn how to maximize the
relationship between the board and staff, run a meeting that nets
results, learn about fundraising and much more. |
| Sponsor: |
MAP for Nonprofits |
| When: |
July 7, 4:00 - 8:30 p.m. |
| Where: |
MAP for Nonprofits, 2314 University Ave. W., Suite
28, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
$50 |
| FFI: |
651.647.1216,
training@mapfornonprofits.org |
|
Advanced Board Boot Camp |
|
Do you have board experience but want to take your board service and your board to the next level? This 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.
|
| Sponsors: |
MAP for Nonprofits
and
Greater Twin Cities United Way |
| When: |
July 29, 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. |
| Where: |
2314 University Ave. W. Ste. 28, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
$35 |
| FFI: |
651.647.1216,
training@mapfornonprofits.org |
Top
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: |
June 12 - Newsletters: Printed
July 10 - Newsletters: E-mail
August 14 - Annual Reports: Bring copies!
September 11 - Brand Your Nonprofit
October 9 - Marketing on a Shoe String Budget
November 13 - Audience Surveys/Focus Groups
December 11 - Special Event Marketing & Communications |
| Where: |
MCN Conference Room, 2314 University
Ave., Suite 20, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
Free |
| FFI: |
mncn.org, 651.642.1904,
info@mncn.org |
|
Strategic Marketing to Advance Your Organization |
| Participants will learn marketing techniques
designed for nonprofit organizations, how to prepare a marketing
plan, the role of board and staff in marketing, elements of
marketing and executing a plan. |
| Sponsor: |
UW-Superior Center for
Continuing Education/Extension |
| When: |
May 21, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Where: |
Rothwell Student Center room 111 |
| Cost: |
$115 |
| FFI: |
1.800.370.9882,
www.uwsuper.edu/seminars |
| Growing Up Digital: The Rise of
the Next Generation |
| AchieveMpls is proud to announce that
Don Tapscott, described by Washington Technology Report as one of
the most influential media authorities since Marshall McLuhan, will
keynote the 7th Annual Education Partners Luncheon to share insights
from his book "Growing Up Digital: The Rise of the Net Generation"
and his subsequent research on this topic. |
| Sponsor: |
AchieveMpls |
| When: |
Nov. 12, 11:30 a.m. |
| Where: |
Downtown Minneapolis Radisson, 35 S. 7th St.,
Minneapolis
Map |
| Cost: |
$100 |
| FFI: |
612.455.1530,
info@achievempls.org |
Top
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
and
Nonprofits
Assistance Fund |
| Time: |
Noon - 1 p.m. |
| When: |
May 27 – Special Events and Silent Auctions
June 24 – In-Kind Contributions
July 22 – Working with the Treasurer and Finance Committee
August 26 – Preparing Grant Budgets
September 23 – Annual Budget Planning
October 28 – Reserves: What Kind and How Much?
November 18 – Using Lines of Credit, Loans, and Mortgages |
| Where: |
Nonprofits Assistance Fund, 2801 21st Ave. S. Suite
210, Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
Free |
| FFI: |
mncn.org, 651.642.1904,
info@mncn.org |
|
Managing Cash Flow |
| Cash flow projections can help you prepare for bumps in the
road before they appear. Understand your monthly income and expenses. Learn
to anticipate and avoid cash flow problems. Discuss how to build working
capital reserves. Participants receive cash flow projection templates and
tools. |
| Sponsor: |
Nonprofits
Assistance Fund |
| When: |
June 16, 9:00 a.m. - noon |
| Where: |
Nonprofits Assistance Fund, 2801 21st Ave. S. Suite
210, Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
$45 / $65, depending on organization's budget |
| FFI: |
612.278.7187 |
| Register: |
www.nonprofitsassistancefund.org/pages/workshops |
|
Nonprofit Budgeting: Beyond the Basics |
| Take your practical budgeting knowledge to the next level.
Learn how budgets can help you plan and monitor your financial health.
Assess your budgeting culture. Review staff and board roles. Discuss
strategies to energize your financial team. |
| Sponsor: |
Nonprofits
Assistance Fund |
| When: |
July 21, 9:00 a.m. - noon |
| Where: |
Nonprofits Assistance Fund, 2801 21st Ave. S. Suite
210, Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
$45 / $65, depending on organization's budget |
| FFI: |
612.278.7187 |
| Register: |
www.nonprofitsassistancefund.org/pages/workshops |
Top
Fundraising
|
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: |
June 10 – Communicating with donors from different generations
July 8 – Involving everyone in the organization in fundraising
August 12 – Corporate sponsorships: how to start
September 9 – Donor appeal letters
October 14 – Donor retention strategies
November 11 – Planned giving: how to start
December 9 – Development planning |
| Where: |
MCN Conference Room, 2314 University
Ave., Suite 20, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
Free |
| FFI: |
mncn.org, 651.642.1904,
info@mncn.org |
| Stimulus, Recovery, and
the Arts in Minnesota |
| This briefing will examine the range of
funding, advocacy, technical assistance and partnership strategies for
advancing cultural recovery, with a particular focus on Federal stimulus
legislation and the new Federal budget. Presenter William Cleveland has
researched the complex web of funding legislation to look for the hidden
opportunities for artists and arts organizations that go way beyond the
National Endowment for the Arts. |
| When: |
June 23, 1:00 - 3:30 PM |
| Where: |
Ritz Theater, 343 13th Avenue NE,
Minneapolis
Directions |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| FFI: |
rsvp@mcknight.org |
| The New Picture of
Government Funding |
The government funding picture has changed.
What we thought we knew may no longer hold true. The tide may be turning,
after years of policies which shrunk the role of the federal government in
supporting nonprofits, particularly in areas of human services, housing and
economic development. While the state and county budgets are clearly under
stress, they still represent very large parts of the funding for nonprofits.
Attend The New Picture of Government Funding to get an overview of
the changes in government funding and implications for nonprofits; an update
on the status of federal economic stimulus funding distribution and
availability; and practical information about understanding and/or accessing
funding in this new era. |
| When: |
July 20, 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon |
| Where: |
The UMN Continuing Education and Conference
Center
Directions |
| Cost: |
$49/$69, Members/Nonmembers |
| FFI: |
mncn.org,
651.642.1904,
info@mncn.org |
Top
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: |
June 8 – Employee Recognition
July 13 – HR Resources and Technology – Share Your Ideas!
August 10 – COBRA, ERISA, and HIPAA Compliance
September 14 – Trends in Employee Benefits
October 12 – Performance Management and Annual Performance Evaluations
December 14 – Personnel Handbooks |
| Where: |
MCN Conference Room, 2314 University
Ave., Suite 20, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
Free |
| FFI: |
mncn.org, 651.642.1904,
info@mncn.org |
|
Compensation and Total Rewards |
For all organizations, attracting
and retaining top talent is key in achieving mission and operating smoothly
and efficiently. You are invited to come learn about today’s compensation
and total rewards practices to help you better manage the talent you have,
while also attracting the missing pieces to make your organization the best
it can be. This workshop will help you tap into the pulse of the marketplace
through salary surveys and other tools to help set robust and fair
compensation and Total Rewards packages. Be sure your employees are being
effectively rewarded for their work! |
| Sponsor: |
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits |
| When: |
September 17, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. |
| Where: |
MCN Conference
Room, 2314 University Ave. W., Ste. 20, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
$45 for MCN
members / $65 for nonmembers
|
| FFI: |
mncn.org, 651.642.1904,
info@mncn.org |
| Employee Benefit Cost
Containment |
| You are invited to learn what can
be done to contain the rising costs of health care and other employee
benefits while still providing for your most essential asset – your
workforce. You will see benchmarking and survey data results from other
employers to help you understand and create benefits packages commensurate
to the market. You’ll also participate in a lively discussion on how other
employers have addressed this increasingly difficult issue, to what effect,
and how you can best provide employee benefits for reasonable
costs. |
| Sponsor: |
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits |
| When: |
September 22, 9 a.m. - noon: For
small organizations with fewer than 50 employees
OR
September 22, 1 - 4 p.m.: For
large organizations with more than 50 employees |
| Where: |
MCN Conference Room,
2314 University Ave. W., Ste. 20, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
$45 for MCN
members / $65 for nonmembers
|
| FFI: |
mncn.org, 651.642.1904,
info@mncn.org |
Top
Leadership/Management
| Social Enterprise Network |
| Designed for nonprofit organizational leaders who are current
practitioners in social enterprise, these monthly conversations will focus on
sharpening the management of existing social enterprises and building
organizational cultures to support those enterprises. Participants will
exchange tools and knowledge that will help each other advance their social
enterprises. |
| Sponsors: |
Nonprofits Assistance Fund,
MAP for Nonprofits |
| Time: |
Noon - 1:30 p.m. |
| When: |
June 11: Competition and Competing with Business |
| Where: |
Location varies |
| FFI: |
www.nonprofitsassistancefund.org |
| Smart Giving Annual Forum: "Accountability:
Now More Than Ever" |
|
Don't miss this year's Annual Forum "Accountability: Now More Than Ever"
featuring the unveiling of the Council’s new draft Accountability Standards,
our Report to the Community and guest speaker, Phil Buchanan, president of
Center for Effective Philanthropy . Mr. Buchanan will address the need for
foundation and nonprofit leaders to increase their effectiveness and become
more accountable. Mr. Buchanan will also debunk some of the myths that still
hold sway: that the key to nonprofit effectiveness lies in adopting
“business” practices, that nonprofit performance cannot be defined or
assessed, and that the sector lacks management talent. |
| Sponsors: |
The Charities Review Council |
| Time: |
Noon - 1:30 p.m. |
| When: |
June 17 |
| Where: |
Midland Hills Country Club |
| FFI: |
www.smartgivers.org/AnnualForum2009 |
|
Starting a Successful Nonprofit |
| 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: |
May 21, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. |
| Where: |
MCN Conference Room, 2314 University
Ave., Suite 20, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
$85 |
| FFI: |
mncn.org, 651.642.1904,
info@mncn.org |
| Successful Professionals
Achieving in Nonprofits |
| SPAN is designed for people who
are considering or are in a career transition. If you have experience in the
corporate, business, or public sectors and are interested in exploring the
nonprofit sector, this program will offer a variety of ways to do so. The
day is structured to allow you to: See if a transition to nonprofit work is
a good “encore career” for you. Deepen your understanding of the nonprofit
economy and its contributions to society. Learn the differences and
similarities between corporate and nonprofit sectors. Discover how your
strengths and talents may fit nonprofit leadership roles. Receive personal
attention – schedule a follow-up consultation with the center for Nonprofit
Management staff and other nonprofit experts. |
| Sponsors: |
University of St. Thomas |
| Time: |
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| When: |
June 3 |
| Where: |
1000 LaSalle Ave., Minneapolis
Directions |
| Cost: |
$295 |
| FFI: |
exed.stthomas.edu |
|
Practical Leadership: A Balanced Approach
|
| The Minnesota Council of
Nonprofits' 2009 Leadership Conference |
| When: |
June 4, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Where: |
McNamara Alumni Center, Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
Regular Rate (May 9-29) - $169 MCN members / $199
nonmembers
Late Rate (after May 29) - $189 MCN members /
$219 nonmembers |
| FFI: |
mncn.org, 651.642.1904,
info@mncn.org |
|
Mini MBA for Nonprofit Organizations
|
| This
program provides an overview of issues and topics relevant to nonprofit
organizations. Participants will develop knowledge and skills needed to
build success in the nonprofit sector. |
| Sponsor: |
Center for
Business Excellence |
| When: |
June 15-19, 8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. |
| Where: |
Univ. of St. Thomas, Minneapolis Campus |
| Cost: |
$800 |
| FFI: |
651.962.4600 |
| Nonprofit Essentials: Nuts and Bolts of
Practical Management |
| Nonprofit Essentials provides a back-to-basics
overview of the many management topics essential to nonprofits and helps to
re-focus staff on the core elements of working for and managing a successful
organization. |
| Sponsor: |
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits |
| When: |
June 23, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
| Where: |
Univ. of St. Thomas, Minneapolis Campus |
| Cost: |
$65 for MCN Members / $95 for nonmembers |
| FFI: |
http://www.mncn.org/event_management.htm,
651.642.1904,
info@mncn.org |
Top
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: |
June
19 – Boards of Directors - What they Do and How to Get on One
July 17 –
Coaching Triangles - A Tactic for Growth
August 21 – Nonprofit Show and
Tell
September 18 – Asking for a Raise & Negotiating Salary
October 16 –
All About Advocacy (Policy Rocks)
November 20 – Programs: Developing,
Managing, and Evaluating
December 18 – What You Should Know about
Nonprofits & Government |
| Where: |
MCN Conference Room, 2314 University
Ave., Suite 20, St. Paul |
| Cost: |
Free |
| FFI: |
mncn.org, 651.642.1904,
info@mncn.org |
|
YNPN Twin Cities Network Happy Hour |
|
YNPN 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: |
Twin Cities
Young Nonprofit Professionals Network |
| When: |
Check their website for upcoming events |
Top
Technology
|
Talking Tech Workshops |
| Thanks to support from The ADC Foundation and The Greater Twin
Cities United Way, MAP for Nonprofits is continuing its monthly series of Talking Tech
Workshops: Nonprofit Focused Solutions. These workshops are
geared toward technology staff members, accidental techies, volunteers and
others at small to medium sized nonprofit organizations. |
| Sponsors: |
MAP for Nonprofits |
| Time: |
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. |
| When: |
June 25: Telecommunications Management
July 30: Network Security and Storage Issues/Solutions; Software
Licensing
Aug. 27: Fundraising Databases
Sept. 25: Working with Consultants and Vendors
Nov. 12: Remote Access Methods
Dec. 10: Supercharge Your Work with Maps |
| Where: |
WomenVenture (2324 University Ave. W.,
Suite 120, St. Paul) |
| Cost: |
$15 per session |
| FFI: |
www.mapfornonprofits.org |
|
Building a Nonprofit Technology Community |
| Join
MAP for Nonprofits for an evening get-together to socialize, network and
talk about technology. This will be an informal, fun, educational gathering
including hors d'oeuvres and discussion. |
| Sponsors: |
MAP for Nonprofits |
| When: |
May 22, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Oct. 23, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. |
| Where: |
O'Gara's Bar & Grill (south dining
room), 164 Snelling Ave. N., St. Paul |
| Cost: |
Cash bar |
| FFI: |
www.mapfornonprofits.org |
Top
Volunteerism
|
The Essentials
|
|
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: |
June 9, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. |
| Where: |
2021 Hennepin Ave. E. Ste. 420,
Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
$60 |
| FFI: |
612.379.4900,
info@handsontwincities.org |
|
Certificate in Leadership of Volunteers
|
| This eight-topic series includes trainings on managing risk,
recruiting volunteers, positioning your volunteer program for success,
supervising volunteers, capturing volunteer motivation, recognizing
volunteers, and more. |
| Sponsor: |
Minnesota Association for Volunteer Administration |
| When: |
> June 10 and 17, Red Wing
Co-sponsored with United Way of Goodhue, Wabasha and Pierce
Counties, Goodhue County Law Enforcement Center and Volunteers United
> July 14 and 16, Twin Cities
Co-sponsored with the Greater Twin Cities United Way and Hands on
Twin Cities
> October, Duluth
Co-sponsored with True North Volunteer Center
|
| FFI: |
www.mavanetwork.org/VRL |
| Exploring Project Management |
| Come to Exploring Project
Management and learn how it can be an effective approach for creating
meaningful opportunities in your volunteer program. Lee George will lead a
workshop on using tools and techniques to create effective projects which
will appeal to Millennials, Boomers and Generation X. Come with thoughts on
successful projects you have implemented and share with the group what has
worked well. |
| Sponsor: |
Hands On Twin Cities |
| When: |
May 28, 9:00 a.m. - 11:30
a.m. |
| Where: |
2021 East Hennepin Avenue,
Suite 420, Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
$40 for Affiliates, $60 for Non-Affiliates |
| FFI: |
612.379.4900,
info@handsontwincities.org
|
| Get Noticed! |
| It's tough in the crowded
nonprofit world. To break through the clutter, get the word out about what
you do, and build your profile in the community and within your targeted
segments, you need time, effort, and usually money. In this workshop you
will learn some simple things you can do to get your organization noticed -
many with low or no costs! You'll get the scoop on some tools and ideas that
you can begin to implement! |
| Sponsor: |
Hands On Twin Cities |
| When: |
June 3, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. |
| Where: |
2021 East Hennepin Avenue,
Suite 420, Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
$60 |
| FFI: |
Meghan Morse, 612.379.4900, ext 16,
info@handsontwincities.org
|
|
Mini Master of Volunteer Management
|
| This
program provides you with the tools and knowledge needed to effectively
confront these challenges and the changing face of volunteerism. Using the
latest trends and best practices in volunteer management, you can develop
the ability to lead and manage your volunteers effectively. |
| Sponsor: |
Center for Business Excellence |
| When: |
June 15-18, 8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. |
| Where: |
Univ. of St. Thomas, Minneapolis Campus |
| Cost: |
$650 |
| FFI: |
651.962.4600 |
| Creating a Culturally Competent
Volunteer |
| In this training, participants
will learn ideas and strategies to invite diverse volunteer participation.
Case studies with rich examples of how programs have successfully built
culturally competent programming will be provided. Volunteer leaders will
also have a chance to learn from colleagues and return with relevant
strategies and ideas for their own programs. |
| Sponsor: |
Hands On Twin Cities |
| When: |
June 25, 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
| Where: |
2021 East Hennepin Avenue,
Suite 420, Minneapolis |
| Cost: |
$60 |
| FFI: |
info@handsontwincities.org
|
Top
|
|
