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SUMMARY:NPO CONNECT: Coalition Building: Defining Our Purpose
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE! \nLET’S TALK ABOUT : Coalition Building: Defining Our Purpose \nNonprofits are finding now more than ever that partnering with other organizations can be beneficial to long-term productivity and impact. Partnering ranges from simple informal networks and information sharing to more complex arrangements. Learn how targeted assessments and establishing goals informs partnering decisions\, identify areas of potential roadblocks to coalition-building\, and understand negotiation stages and strategies in building successful coalitions.   \nREGISTRATION FEE: FREE \nYou do not want to miss this opportunity!  Space is limited\, so register today! \n \nChris is a senior consultant and facilitator with The Spark Mill and is passionate about big ideas that create a lasting positive impact.  Chris has worked with dozens of nonprofits to help them craft strategic plans that drive towards growth and community thriving.  In 2016\, Chris founded and runs Mission Forward – a TSM Nonprofit Acceleration program that has had success all over Virginia\, most recently running four cohorts in Richmond\, through Thrive: Acceleration for Social Good.  Since its development\, over 40 organizations have moved their mission and impact forward through this accelerator model. \nBefore The Spark Mill\, Chris spent 13 years leading small\, medium\, and large congregations of the United Methodist Church. Prior to his work in the local church\, Chris worked in marketing and communications at GE Financial Assurance (now Genworth). \nChris is a graduate of Virginia Tech\, from which he holds a BA in Communication Studies\, and Union Presbyterian Seminary (Richmond)\, from which he holds a Masters of Divinity. He and his wife\, Jill\, live in Richmond with their two boys\, Henry and Nicholas. \n 
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/coalition-building-defining-our-purpose/
LOCATION:Roanoke Higher Education Center – Room TBD\, 108 N Jefferson Street\, Roanoke\, VA\, 24016\, United States
CATEGORIES:NPO CONNECT
ORGANIZER;CN="Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia":MAILTO:carly@cfwesternva.org
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SUMMARY:NPO CONNECT: Give Them Another Reason to Stay: How to Build Harmony into Your Team Culture
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nLET’S TALK ABOUT :  Give Them Another Reason to Stay: How to Build Harmony into Your Team Culture \nMany believe “The Great Resignation” is actually more of a “Great Aspiration”. Over the last couple of years\, record number of employees have left their previous employers in search of something “better”\, perhaps more representative of their true or newer beliefs about work and the role it might play within their work-life balance. This session tackles team engagement and retention from the perspective of team harmony. A team in which people can explore different perspectives in a mutually respectful way offers employees a more appealing workspace. Explore ways to help your employees feel a greater sense of connection and belonging within your team.  \nREGISTRATION FEE: FREE \nYou do not want to miss this opportunity!  Space is limited\, so register today! \n  \n \n \n  \nPRESENTER: \nRobert Kenney\, Ph.D. is President of Partners Through Training\, based in Richmond. As a national and international trainer and business consultant since 1993\, Bob designs and delivers practical educational opportunities in the areas of leadership\, management\, and team development. He holds a Ph.D. in social and organizational psychology with a specialization in small group training and organizational analysis from the State University of New York in Buffalo.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/give-them-another-reason-to-stay-how-to-build-harmony-into-your-team-culture/
LOCATION:Roanoke Higher Education Center – Room TBD\, 108 N Jefferson Street\, Roanoke\, VA\, 24016\, United States
CATEGORIES:NPO CONNECT
ORGANIZER;CN="Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia":MAILTO:carly@cfwesternva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T090000
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SUMMARY:NPO Connect: Introduction to Grant Proposal Writing - Roanoke
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE. \nLET’S TALK ABOUT:  Introduction to Grant Proposal Writing \nThis one-day workshop will cover the basics of grant proposal writing and give you the knowledge that can help you secure the funding you need. This course is intended for those who are new to grant proposal writing or those with some experience who would like a refresher. We will discuss how to research potential funders\, design a grant program that fits your funders’ interests\, and craft a persuasive and thorough grant proposal. Topics covered include: \n\nMisconceptions about grant proposals\nUnderstanding what funders want\nSteps before beginning to write:\n\nKnowing the organization and its funding needs\nIdentifying and researching funding organizations\nTypical components of a grant proposal\nImportance of supporting data and how to craft an effective need statement\nAvoiding the most common reasons for rejection\nHelpful resources\nQ&A\n\n\n\nLocation: Jefferson Center\, Fitzpatrick Hall\, Roanoke\, VA \n*Lunch will be provided. \n \nAlex Siple has worked in resource development in the Roanoke Valley and beyond for over a decade. Alex began her career at Total Action for Progress (TAP) as a grant writer in 2010 and later founded her own business\, Atlas Grant Solutions LLC\, in 2014. She has since worked as a consultant in resource development in the Roanoke Valley and across Virginia. She has raised $103 million in funding for local governments\, nonprofits\, schools\, and universities. She has helped design and fund programs in employment training\, youth education and college access\, early childhood education\, athletics\, juvenile justice and criminal justice\, arts and culture\, substance use treatment and prevention\, international development\, and much more. \nIn 2021\, she decided to make her passion for the outdoors her life’s purpose. Her dream is to help young women—specifically those who may not have access to the outdoors—opportunities to explore the natural world and learn new skills. She founded The Wild Way\, a nonprofit that increases girls’ access to outdoor experiences\, encourages them to push their boundaries\, and helps them build confidence as they grow from girls into young women. \nAlex holds an undergraduate degree from the College of William & Mary and a post-graduate degree in development from the University of Cape Town in South Africa. In her free time\, you’ll find her hiking\, riding her road bike\, paddling down a river\, and spending time with her two corgis\, Winston and Mosby.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/january-npo-connect-meeting-beginner-grant-writing-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Fitzpatrick Hall\, Jefferson Center\, 541 Luck Ave.\, Roanoke\, VA\, 24016\, United States
CATEGORIES:NPO CONNECT
ORGANIZER;CN="Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia":MAILTO:carly@cfwesternva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T090000
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SUMMARY:NPO Connect: Introduction to Grant Proposal Writing - Martinsville
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nLET’S TALK ABOUT: Introduction to Grant Proposal Writing \nThis one-day workshop will cover the basics of grant proposal writing and give you the knowledge that can help you secure the funding you need. This course is intended for those who are new to grant proposal writing or those with some experience who would like a refresher. We will discuss how to research potential funders\, design a grant program that fits your funders’ interests\, and craft a persuasive and thorough grant proposal. Topics covered include: \n\nMisconceptions about grant proposals\nUnderstanding what funders want\nSteps before beginning to write:\n\nKnowing the organization and its funding needs\nIdentifying and researching funding organizations\nTypical components of a grant proposal\nImportance of supporting data and how to craft an effective need statement\nAvoiding the most common reasons for rejection\nHelpful resources\nQ&A\n\n\n\nLocation: New College Institute\, Martinsville\, VA \n*Lunch will be provided. \n \nAlex Siple has worked in resource development in the Roanoke Valley and beyond for over a decade. Alex began her career at Total Action for Progress (TAP) as a grant writer in 2010 and later founded her own business\, Atlas Grant Solutions LLC\, in 2014. She has since worked as a consultant in resource development in the Roanoke Valley and across Virginia. She has raised $103 million in funding for local governments\, nonprofits\, schools\, and universities. She has helped design and fund programs in employment training\, youth education and college access\, early childhood education\, athletics\, juvenile justice and criminal justice\, arts and culture\, substance use treatment and prevention\, international development\, and much more. \nIn 2021\, she decided to make her passion for the outdoors her life’s purpose. Her dream is to help young women—specifically those who may not have access to the outdoors—opportunities to explore the natural world and learn new skills. She founded The Wild Way\, a nonprofit that increases girls’ access to outdoor experiences\, encourages them to push their boundaries\, and helps them build confidence as they grow from girls into young women. \nAlex holds an undergraduate degree from the College of William & Mary and a post-graduate degree in development from the University of Cape Town in South Africa. In her free time\, you’ll find her hiking\, riding her road bike\, paddling down a river\, and spending time with her two corgis\, Winston and Mosby.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/january-npo-connect-meeting-beginner-grant-writing-workshop/
LOCATION:New College – Baldwin Building B-207\, 191 Fayetville St.\, Baldwin Building $B-207\, Martinsville\, VA\, 24112\, United States
CATEGORIES:NPO CONNECT
ORGANIZER;CN="Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia":MAILTO:carly@cfwesternva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T093000
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SUMMARY:NPO CONNECT: Building a Board Pipeline
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nLET’S TALK ABOUT : Building a Board Pipeline \nOne of the most important responsibilities of a nonprofit board is to ensure qualified new members are added to its membership and those members remain engaged in the work. Board building shouldn’t happen when it’s time to fill a vacancy; it should be an ongoing process with year-round activities. This workshop guides participants through a process that focuses on the steps needed to build an effective board. Understanding these steps can help boards avoid the common ups and downs of building and maintaining an enthusiastic board.   \nREGISTRATION FEE: FREE \nYou do not want to miss this opportunity!  Space is limited\, so register today! \n  \n \n \n  \nPRESENTER: \nCindy Colson is Deputy Director of Partnerships\, Consulting\, & Impact. Cindy is responsible for the development and administration of CNE’s diverse array of programs and services throughout Central Virginia. She brings over 18 years of nonprofit leadership experience to her executive leadership and board governance training and consulting with nonprofits. She supports nonprofits to implement sound\, ethical\, and legal governance practices to fulfill CNE’s vision of equitable\, thriving\, and just communities powered by healthy nonprofits. Cindy earned her Bachelor’s in Interdisplinary Studies with a concentration in Education from the University of Virginia and a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Mary Washington.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/npo-connect-building-a-board-pipeline/
LOCATION:Roanoke Higher Education Center – Room TBD\, 108 N Jefferson Street\, Roanoke\, VA\, 24016\, United States
CATEGORIES:NPO CONNECT
ORGANIZER;CN="Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia":MAILTO:carly@cfwesternva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T093000
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SUMMARY:NPO Connect: 6 Steps of the Fundraising Cycle
DESCRIPTION:This event has already been held. \nLET’S TALK ABOUT : 6 Steps of the Fundraising Cycle  \nSuccessful fundraising is built on a solid foundation of relationship-building. Stewarding those relationships through a well-thought-out annual cycle that is part of a repeatable process helps ensure there is enough engagement and support to accomplish your goals. This workshop will explore each step of the fundraising cycle\, from crafting a compelling case for support to effective donor stewardship\, and will include resources to identify and support the practical steps needed to operationalize fundraising strategies. \nREGISTRATION FEE: FREE \nYou do not want to miss this opportunity!  Space is limited\, so register today! \n  \n \n \n  \nPRESENTER: \nWarren Buford is an educational and social impact sector leader with demonstrated success advancing strategic initiatives and growing programs nationally and globally.  As an advancement leader\, he is an enthusiastic community builder who forges positive relationships with a diverse array of institutional and external stakeholders to align aspirations and resources.  As a teacher-facilitator-consultant-coach\, he has a passion for helping others fulfill their goals and bring high-impact ideas to life.  He currently serves as the executive director of development at the University of Virginia School of Engineering. He previously served as associate head of school for advancement for St. Anne’s-Belfield School in Charlottesville and has also worked for the University of Virginia (VA)\, Davidson College (NC)\, and the Children’s Defense Fund (DC).  Warren holds a B.A. in political science with a concentration in ethnic studies from Davidson College and an M.Phil. in political studies with focus in transitional justice from the University of Cape Town\, South Africa\, where he served as a Rotary International Ambassadorial Fellow and research fellow with the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation. He is also an alumnus of the International School of Kenya. He has taught or guest lectured on leadership and social entrepreneurship and has extensive experience consulting on philanthropy here in the U.S. and internationally.  Board service includes the Center for Nonprofit Excellence\, Albemarle Housing Improvement Program\, Olivet Presbyterian Church\, Virginia Discovery Museum\, and Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) Africa Advisory.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/october-npo-connect-event-6-steps-of-the-fundraising-cycle/
LOCATION:Roanoke Higher Education Center – Room TBD\, 108 N Jefferson Street\, Roanoke\, VA\, 24016\, United States
CATEGORIES:NPO CONNECT
ORGANIZER;CN="Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia":MAILTO:carly@cfwesternva.org
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