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SUMMARY:NPO Connect: Intermediate/Advanced Grantsmanship Workshop
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nLET’S TALK ABOUT: Intermediate/Advanced Grantsmanship Workshop \n This one-day workshop will delve into the deeper nuances of grant proposal writing and stewardship. For this workshop\, we assume that participants are already familiar with the basic components of a grant proposal and are now looking for tips and information on how to bring their grantsmanship to the next level. Topics covered will include: \n\nDelving deeper into grant proposal writing\nBuilding relationships with funders\, partners\, and the wider community\nMaking a strong case for need and your program’s relevance\nHandling feedback\nWhat to do when funded\nWhat to do when rejected\nGrant management\nRecord keeping\nReporting\nQ&A\n\nLOCATION: New College Institute\, Martinsville\, VA \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/npo-connect-intermediate-and-advance-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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SUMMARY:NPO CONNECT: Marketing Strategies to Stand Out Above the Noise
DESCRIPTION:RESITER NOW \nLET’S TALK ABOUT : Marketing Strategies to Stand Out Among the Noise \nWe live in a highly complex digital world where we are constantly being inundated with information. In our current environment of overstimulation and overload\, it’s crucial for businesses and organizations to cut through the noise and capture the attention of their target audience effectively. This workshop\, “Marketing Strategies to Stand Out Among the Noise\,” is designed to equip you with the skills and insights needed to create standout marketing campaigns. \nDuring this two-hour workshop\, we will discuss the following marketing strategies to help your business or organization stand out: \n\nYour story: How to develop a strong brand story.\nYour brand: How to effectively communicate your brand story using guidelines that define your brand\, as well as graphics\, copywriting\, content creation\, and the right marketing tools for your business or organization.\nYour audience: How to reach target audiences that are right for your business or organization.\nYour engagement: Tips for measuring engagement\, how and when to refresh marketing materials\, frequency of posting\, and more.\n\nThere will be time for Q&A throughout the workshop and at the end of the presentation. \nREGISTRATION FEE: FREE \nYou do not want to miss this opportunity!  Space is limited\, so register today! \n \nRachael Kesler Palm has more than 20 years of experience in journalism\, marketing\, and fundraising communications. She has previously worked in the for-profit sector and has more than 13 years of nonprofit marketing experience. Rachael currently works as an independent marketing communications consultant\, providing marketing communications services to nonprofits and small businesses. She specializes in content creation\, data-driven marketing strategies\, and strategic communications planning. \nWhen she’s not working\, Rachael teaches yoga and loves to take group fitness classes. She always finds time to bury her nose in a good book and spend time outdoors. Rachael was born in Roanoke\, Va.\, and she spent her childhood in Floyd and Blacksburg\, Va. Rachael now lives in Charlottesville\, Va.\, with her partner Carolyn and their young daughter Penelope. \n 
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/npo-connect-marketing-strategies-to-stand-out-above-the-noise/
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:20240229T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T113000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20231009T143541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T193002Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T160000
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SUMMARY:Community Wellness Grant Cycle Closes Today!
DESCRIPTION:The Community Foundation’s Community Wellness Grant Cycle closes today at 4:00 p.m.! \nCLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY. \nAddressing the basic human needs of our vulnerable populations is crucial to helping our community thrive. But that can’t happen when people are experiencing barriers to accessing food\, safe and affordable housing\, and other basic necessities. The Community Wellness Grants will focus on support to the following: \n\nPrograms that provide food assistance for individuals and families facing food insecurity.\nPrograms that aim to increase the availability of safe and affordable housing options for low-wealth individuals and families.\nPrograms that work towards preventing homelessness\, providing temporary shelters\, offering supportive services\, and assisting individuals in transitioning to stable housing.\nPrograms that provide clothing and other essential supplies to needy individuals and families.\n\nWe look for programs/projects that provide a well-planned approach to the issues and needs in the community\, with a demonstrated track record of support and committed leadership with an emphasis given to those requests that promote collaboration between organizations with similar missions. \nPlease pay close attention to the geographical restrictions and funding priorities of each Fund before applying! Please note that if your organization was a recipient of one of these funds in the previous year\, the funds from that grant must be spent and final report submitted before being eligible for this year’s grant cycle. \n \nFor questions or if you are in need of support\, please reach out to Michelle Eberly\, Director of Grants and Donor Engagement\, at 540-985-0204 or via email at michelle@cfwesternva.org.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/community-wellness-grant-cycle-closes-today/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Grant Information
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240202
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20230811T162751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T175535Z
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SUMMARY:Community Wellness Grant Cycle Opens Today!
DESCRIPTION:The Community Foundation’s Community Wellness Grant Cycle opens today! \nCLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY. \nAddressing the basic human needs of our vulnerable populations is crucial to helping our community thrive. But that can’t happen when people are experiencing barriers to accessing food\, safe and affordable housing\, and other basic necessities. The Community Wellness Grants will focus on support to the following: \n\nPrograms that provide food assistance for individuals and families facing food insecurity.\nPrograms that aim to increase the availability of safe and affordable housing options for low-wealth individuals and families.\nPrograms that work towards preventing homelessness\, providing temporary shelters\, offering supportive services\, and assisting individuals in transitioning to stable housing.\nPrograms that provide clothing and other essential supplies to needy individuals and families.\n\nWe look for programs/projects that provide a well-planned approach to the issues and needs in the community\, with a demonstrated track record of support and committed leadership with an emphasis given to those requests that promote collaboration between organizations with similar missions. \nPlease pay close attention to the geographical restrictions and funding priorities of each Fund before applying!  Deadline to apply is February 15\, 2024 no later than 4:00 pm. \nPlease note that if your organization was a recipient of one of these funds in the previous year\, the funds from that grant must be spent and final report submitted before being eligible for this year’s grant cycle. \n \nFor questions or if you are in need of support\, please reach out to Michelle Eberly\, Director of Grants and Donor Engagement\, at 540-985-0204 or via email at michelle@cfwesternva.org.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/community-wellness-grant-cycle-opens-today/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Grant Information
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T113000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20230926T175154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T221312Z
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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
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20230811T150928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T215213Z
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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
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T150000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20230811T150705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T214449Z
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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:20231116T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20230811T161924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T175636Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Grant Cycle Closes Today!
DESCRIPTION:The Community Foundation’s Winter Grant Cycle closed today at 4:00 p.m.! \nCLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY. \nThe Winter Grant Cycle consists of the following grant opportunities: \n\nThe Roanoke Valley Children’s Fund\nElderly Funds\nThe Phalia M. and Guy M. Kinder Fund\nCommunity Impact Funds\n\nPlease pay close attention to the geographical restrictions and funding priorities of each Fund before applying! \nPlease note that if your organization was a recipient of one of these funds in the previous year\, the funds from that grant must be spent and final report submitted before being eligible for this year’s grant cycle. \n \nFor questions or if you are in need of support\, please reach out to Michelle Eberly\, Director of Grants and Donor Engagement at 540-985-0204 or via email at michelle@cfwesternva.org.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/winter-grant-cycle-closes-today/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Grant Information
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T113000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20230914T162502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T172553Z
UID:3598-1700127000-1700134200@www.cfwesternva.org
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;VALUE=DATE:20231101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231102
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20230811T161702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T175725Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Grant Cycle Open Today!
DESCRIPTION:The Community Foundation’s Winter Grant Cycle opens today and consists of the following grant opportunities: \n\nThe Roanoke Valley Children’s Fund\nElderly Funds\nThe Phalia M. and Guy M. Kinder Fund\nCommunity Impact Funds\n\nCLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY. \nPlease pay close attention to the geographical restrictions and funding priorities of each Fund before applying!  Application deadlines are November 16\, 2023 no later than 4:00pm. \nPlease note that if your organization was a recipient of one of these funds in the previous year\, the funds from that grant must be spent and final report submitted before being eligible for this year’s grant cycle. \n \nFor questions or if you are in need of support\, please reach out to Michelle Eberly\, Director of Grants and Donor Engagement\, at 540-985-0204 or via email at michelle@cfwesternva.org.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/winter-grant-cycle-open-today/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Grant Information
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T113000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20230811T150454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T205211Z
UID:3490-1696498200-1696505400@www.cfwesternva.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230818T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230818T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20230811T155713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T175559Z
UID:3519-1692374400-1692374400@www.cfwesternva.org
SUMMARY:Summer Grants Cycle Closes Today!
DESCRIPTION:The Community Foundation’s Summer Grant Cycle will be closing today at 4:00 p.m.! \nThe Summer Grant Cycle consists of six Funds: \n\nLarry Woodrow Vest Fund\nThomas P. and Lewise S. Parsley Fund\nEarl D. and Carrie Leigh Doran Fund\nThe Cancer Center Fund\nThe Hospice Fund\nSpecial Interest Funds\n\nPlease pay close attention to the geographical restrictions and funding priorities of each Fund before applying! \n \nFor questions or if you are in need of support\, please reach out to Mary Hodges\, Grants Officer\, at 540-985-0204 or via email at mary@cfwesternva.org.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/summer-grants-cycle-closes-today/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Grant Information
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230726
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20230811T153901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T164204Z
UID:3514-1690243200-1690329599@www.cfwesternva.org
SUMMARY:FY24 Letter of Intent Process Now Open
DESCRIPTION:The Community Foundation’s Letter of Intent Process is now open for the 2023-2024 fiscal year! Applications are accepted on a rolling basis\, but an organization can only submit one application per fiscal year. \nNon-profits located in and serving the cities of Martinsville\, Roanoke and Salem\, and the counties of Botetourt\, Craig\, Franklin\, Henry\, Patrick\, and Roanoke are encouraged to apply. \nCLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND APPLY.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/fy24-letter-of-intent-process-now-open/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Grant Information
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230714T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230714T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20230811T160110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T164151Z
UID:3524-1689350400-1689350400@www.cfwesternva.org
SUMMARY:Women In Philanthropy Grant Cycle Closes Today!
DESCRIPTION:Women In Philanthropy is an initiative of Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia that was established in 2009 to encourage\, increase\, and recognize women’s participation in philanthropy. It makes significant impact grants in the local community through a member-driven\, pooled grant-making process. \nApplication Closes: July 14\, 2023\, 4:00 p.m. \nGeographic Focus: Organizations located in and serving the City of Martinsville as well as Henry and Patrick Counties. \nFunding Focus: A wide variety of programs and projects are accepted for consideration. \nCLICK HERE to learn more or to apply.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/women-in-philanthropy-grant-cycle-closes-today/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Grant Information
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230430T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230430T180000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20230811T152657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T152657Z
UID:3507-1682870400-1682877600@www.cfwesternva.org
SUMMARY:Nonprofit Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Bring your thinking cap and most savvy teammates! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are happy to have Flamingo Brothers Trivia hosting two games for our Non-Profit Trivia Night. There will be general knowledge rounds as well as two special rounds with non-profit and Community Foundation specific trivia! \nAll you need is a smart phone to join the trivia games! \nClick here to get a head start on trivia instructions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave a drink with us! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEach non-profit professional AND their plus one will receive one free drink ticket! There will also be a spread of light refreshments available\, and the Twisted Track kitchen will be open for anyone wanting to get dinner during the Trivia games.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/nonprofit-trivia-night/
LOCATION:VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T110000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20230811T153241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T153241Z
UID:3511-1678957200-1678964400@www.cfwesternva.org
SUMMARY:Grants Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Martinsville Area Grants Seminar\n\n\nJoin us for a Grants Seminar hosted by Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia! Bring your thinking caps because in addition to learning more about the Community Foundation’s grants\, we will be hosting discussions on non-profit needs in our community! \n9:00am – 10:00am – Presentation on Community Foundation Grant Opportunities and Processes\n10:00am – 11:00am – Non-Profit Think Tank Activity \nThis seminar is only open to 501(c)(3) organizations. RSVP is required and light refreshments will be available. Deadline to register is Tuesday\, March 14\, 2023.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/grants-seminar-2/
LOCATION:The TAD Space
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T110000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20230811T153036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T153036Z
UID:3509-1677142800-1677150000@www.cfwesternva.org
SUMMARY:Grants Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Grants Seminar \n\n\nJoin us for a Grants Seminar hosted by Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia! Bring your thinking caps because in addition to learning more about the Community Foundation’s grants\, we will be hosting discussions on non-profit needs in our community! \n9:00am – 10:00am – Presentation on Community Foundation Grant Opportunities and Processes\n10:00am – 11:00am – Non-Profit Think Tank Activity \nThis seminar is only open to 501(c)(3) organizations. RSVP is required and light refreshments will be available. Deadline to register is Tuesday\, February 21\, 2023.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/grants-seminar/
LOCATION:Fitzpatrick Hall\, Jefferson Center\, 541 Luck Ave.\, Roanoke\, VA\, 24016\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T133000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20221229T153009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T160341Z
UID:3376-1674129600-1674135000@www.cfwesternva.org
SUMMARY:NPO Connect: Emotional Agility
DESCRIPTION:Register Now! \nPlease join us for our NPO CONNECT January Meeting. \nIn this workshop\, Neely Conner will be sharing her expertise on how practicing emotional agility can help you cultivate a happier\, healthier\, and more productive work life in the new year. \nNavigating life’s twists and turns has become more and more challenging. The concept of Emotional Agility provides a framework through which our navigation can become nimble and adept.  The four steps of Emotional Agility will promote greater energy and reduce burnout. Participants will give receive practical examples\, and questions to consider for each step of Emotional Agility. \nMeet the Speaker:  \n \nNeely R. Conner is a consultant\, counselor\, coach\, and Director of Carilion Employee Assistance Program. A graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University\, she is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker\, Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner\, Certified Employee Assistance Professional and Professional Certified Coach. Neely has spent the past 18 years partnering with leaders in business and industry to successfully work with their most valuable asset\, their workforce.  She resides in Roanoke with her family including her husband\, Jeff\, her daughter\, Evie\, four legged children Ellie\, Velvet and Finn.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/january-npo-connect-meeting-emotional-agility/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary E. Hodges":MAILTO:mary@cfwesternva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20220406T203849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T160250Z
UID:3112-1668686400-1668690000@www.cfwesternva.org
SUMMARY:NPO Connect: How to make an EPIC fundraising ask
DESCRIPTION:NPO CONNECT November Meeting \nHow to make an EPIC fundraising ask: The story principles of successful major gift requests\nRegister Now! \nPlease join us for our NPO CONNECT November Meeting. \nIn this workshop\, Professor Russell James will be sharing insight into how to make an EPIC fundraising ask! \nWant to make an EPIC fundraising ask? Start with an EPIC story for your prospective donor hero. This presentation looks at the science and the story principles behind powerful major gift requests. We’ll look at fun examples from the hero’s journey archetypal “guiding sage” characters like Obi-Wan Kenobi\, Morpheus\, and Gandalf the Grey. But beyond the fun stories\, this presentation dives into the phrases and strategies that work in the real world to make a compelling fundraising ask. \nMeet the Speaker:  \n \nRussell James\, J.D.\, Ph.D.\, CFP® is a chaired professor in the Department of Personal Financial Planning at Texas Tech University where he directs the on-campus and online graduate program in Charitable Financial Planning (planned giving).  He graduated\, cum laude\, from the University of Missouri School of Law where he was a member of the Missouri Law Review and received the United Missouri Bank Award for Most Outstanding Work in Gift and Estate Taxation and Planning. He also holds a Ph.D. in consumer economics from the University of Missouri\, where his dissertation was on charitable giving.  \nPrior to his career as an academic researcher\, Dr. James worked as the Director of Planned Giving for Central Christian College in Moberly\, Missouri for 6 years and later served as president of the college for more than 5 years. During his presidency the college successfully completed two major capital campaigns\, built several new debt-free buildings\, and more than tripled enrollment. \nDr. James has published research in more than 75 peer-reviewed scientific journal and law review articles.  He has been quoted on charitable and financial issues in a variety of news sources including The Economist\, The New York Times\, The Wall Street Journal\, CNN\, MSNBC\, CNBC\, ABC News\, U.S. News & World Report\, USA Today\, the Associated Press\, Bloomberg News and the Chronicle of Philanthropy and his financial neuroimaging research was profiled in The Wall Street Journal’s Smart Money Magazine.  He is author of several books including The Storytelling Fundraiser\, The Epic Fundraiser\, The Primal Fundraiser\, The Socratic Fundraiser\, Inside the Mind of the Bequest Donor\, and Visual Planned Giving.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/october-npo-connect-meeting-how-to-make-an-epic-fundraising-ask/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary E. Hodges":MAILTO:mary@cfwesternva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20220823T203932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T160355Z
UID:3295-1663848000-1663851600@www.cfwesternva.org
SUMMARY:NPO CONNECT: Strategic Planning
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \n\n\n  \n\nLET’S TALK ABOUT: Strategic Planning \nIn this workshop\, Sarah Milston\, Founder and CEO of The Spark Mill will be sharing her expertise on Strategic Planning and the role it plays in a nonprofit organization and why it is essential to your future.  \nSarah will review some best practices about the role of board\, staff\, and your stakeholders and how best to engage them. \nParticipants will review the trifecta of strategic planning magic – the gathering of data\, group processing and dreaming and landing a plan with solid implementation tools. \nREGISTRATION FEE: Free \nMEET THE SPEAKER: \n  \nSarah is the Founder and CEO of The Spark Mill\, which is headquartered in Richmond\, VA. The Spark Mill speciallizes in strategic planning\, employee engagement\, faith based consulting\, nonprofit sustainability and brand strategy. They provide these services to businesses\, nonprofits\, government agencies\, higher education\, and churches. Sarah loves a challenge and is known for making connections between people and ideas and data. She believes change is a necessary and exciting part of life and works hard to raise two girls with hopes they will be good and kind humans.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/npo-connect-september-meeting-strategic-planning/
LOCATION:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia":MAILTO:carly@cfwesternva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220623T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220623T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20220602T145410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T160428Z
UID:3125-1655985600-1655989200@www.cfwesternva.org
SUMMARY:NPO Connect: Crisis Communications in the Age of Covid-19\, Mass Shootings\, and Social Justice
DESCRIPTION:Crisis Communications in the Age of Covid-19\, Mass Shootings\, and Social Justice\nRegister Now! \nPlease join us for the June NPO Connect Meeting. Our presenter\, Rachel Spencer\, VP Strategic Communications at Access Advertising & PR\, will be sharing her insight regarding best practices for crisis communication in response to organizational events as well as response to events in the world around us! \nMeet Our Presenter:  \n \nRachel became interested in behavioral influences as a sociology major in college. This background makes her ideally suited to her role as Vice President\, Strategic Communications for Access Advertising & PR. While others blindly push organizations forward with little regard for understanding\, Rachel helps clients take a step back and consider the why\, not just the what. Detailed research and a strategic approach to data-driven marketing campaigns help clients make sense of behavior\, reach target audiences at a human level\, and ultimately be heard above the noise of an ever-expanding marketing landscape. Specializing in qualitative research\, Rachel’s tailored approach explores what you don’t know and finds answers to the questions you’ve never asked.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/june-npo-connect-meeting-crisis-communications-in-the-age-of-covid-19-mass-shootings-and-social-justice/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary E. Hodges":MAILTO:mary@cfwesternva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T120000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20220314T195626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T160450Z
UID:3103-1651744800-1651752000@www.cfwesternva.org
SUMMARY:NPO Connect: Storytelling Done Right
DESCRIPTION:NPO CONNECT May Meeting \nStorytelling Done Right\nRegister Now! \nPlease join us for our NPO CONNECT May Meeting. \nIn this workshop our presenter\, Melissa Le Roy\, will be sharing insight into how to make your storytelling a truly effective tool in raising awareness and gaining support for your organization’s mission! \nFacts and figures can be mind-numbing\, but a story opens ears\, eyes\, minds and hearts.  Attend this session to learn the tools to build stories that will not only spearhead your fundraising and advocacy efforts\, but also strengthen your organization’s culture and reinforce its values. \nMeet the Speaker:  \n \nMelissa Metcalf Le Roy\, a graduate in Entrepreneurship with a minor in Business Law of Western Carolina University and a graduate in Nonprofit Management of Duke University\, teaches non-profit management classes throughout North Carolina\, South Carolina\, and Virginia for Duke University and Western Carolina University. She is a past board member of the North Carolina Center for Non-Profits. For four years\, she contributed a regular “Non-Profit Leadership” column for the Tryon Daily Bulletin. She currently offers her services as a consultant through her firm\, OnFire Nonprofit Consulting.  You can also view her TEDx talk “A Love Affair\, the Art of Not Asking” on Nonprofit Fundraising.  \nMelissa is a  Western North Carolina native. She lives in Forest City\, North Carolina\, with her husband Chris\, Chief of Police with the Forest City Police Department\, and their two dogs Chandra & Cali.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/may-npo-connect-meeting-storytelling-done-right/
LOCATION:VA
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary E. Hodges":MAILTO:mary@cfwesternva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20220221T141641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220221T141948Z
UID:3087-1645704000-1645707600@www.cfwesternva.org
SUMMARY:February NPO Connect Meeting - Insider Secrets to the Writing of a Compelling Grant Proposal
DESCRIPTION:NPO CONNECT February Meeting \nInsider Secrets to the Writing of a Compelling Grant Proposal – Some Things I Have Learned Along the Way\nRegister Now! \nPlease join us for our NPO CONNECT February Meeting. \nIn this workshop\, Jenny Bradley\, Grants Consultant\, will be discussing the many questions that arise when writing a grant and some answers she has come up with to help non-profit professionals create the very best proposals. \nMuch has been written and said about writing grant proposals. There is standard wisdom about what to include\, how to tell the story and how to convince funders that they should fund. And every proposal writer has his or her own way of presenting pertinent material. But let’s reflect a bit: Have you ever thought about the most common words that we all use over and over in writing proposals? What do these words actually mean? Do we all have the same understanding? And what about the common components of a grant proposal? How important is research\, really? Is “Need” always defined the same way?  How about proposed solutions? Is it more important that they be logical or creative? These are some of the questions that Jenny Bradley has developed over the past 34 years of her career. Let’s discuss the answers! \nMeet the Speaker:  \n \nJenny Bradley has been involved in the grants business for more than 30 years. She created the Academic Grants office at Roanoke College and served as the College’s Director of Foundation Relations. Following her time at the College\, she was hired by Carilion Clinic to negotiate contracts with research sponsors and to assist physician researchers in securing grant funding. \nOver a decade ago\, Jenny left Carilion and established a consulting business. Since that time\, she has helped numerous nonprofit organizations to fund their operations and projects. In this role\, she researches and identifies funding sources\, writes grant proposals and concept papers\, and conducts strategic planning sessions and needs assessments. Her client list includes both small and large nonprofits focusing on education\, healthcare\, social services and the arts. \nJenny is a graduate of Roanoke College and holds a Master’s degree from Hollins University. She presents workshops and training sessions on a variety of grant-related topics—funding opportunities\, proposal writing and grants management. She currently serves on the Board of Roanoke Women’s Foundation.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/february-npo-connect-meeting/
LOCATION:VA
ORGANIZER;CN="Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia":MAILTO:carly@cfwesternva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220120T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20211112T212800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211112T212951Z
UID:3031-1642680000-1642683600@www.cfwesternva.org
SUMMARY:NPO CONNECT January Meeting : The Competency Wheel
DESCRIPTION:NPO CONNECT January Meeting \nThe Competency Wheel\nRegister Now! \nPlease join us for our NPO CONNECT January Meeting. In this workshop\, Executive Coach Kathy Baske Young will teach us about how to use the Competency Wheel.  \nSometimes the simplest tools can be the most effective in sending a message.  You’ll learn how to create and use a simple wheel to define expectations; give feedback; and have productive\, transformational performance conversations with your employees.  It’s also a tool you can use to define culture in a way that is tangible and actionable. \n\nYou’ll learn how to develop a competency wheel to have developmental two-way conversations with employees\nYou’ll learn how to use the wheel with employees to ensure they both understand expectations\, as well as take responsibility for rating their own level of progression in each area and you’ll see how the tool can be used for succession planning and coaching\nYou’ll learn how to transform this same tool into a leadership wheel to focus on other dimensions critical to authentic and inspired leadership.\n\n  \nMeet the Speaker:  \n \n  \nKathy has been an ICF-certified coach for the past 20 years\, following a career in sales management in television.  As a coach\, Kathy works with each person to recharge\, reflect and become more self-aware. She helps them become a more effective leader in a way that aligns with their values\, strengths and style. She works with leaders and teams to help them have productive conversations and align around goals and how they want to work together. \nKathy currently serves on the board of Saint Francis Service Dogs\, and is a past chair of the Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce. She has also served on the board of the United Way of Roanoke Valley. \nShe is mom to Chowder\, a sweet\, affectionate 4 year old yellow lab who seems to consider training classes merely a suggestion rather than a new behavior to aspire to!  She is hoping that someday they can develop as a therapy dog team.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/npo-connect-january-meeting-the-competency-wheel/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Kara Gilley":MAILTO:kara@cfwesternva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20211004T142608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T142608Z
UID:2852-1639044000-1639051200@www.cfwesternva.org
SUMMARY:NPO CONNECT December Meeting : Individual Donor Development
DESCRIPTION:NPO CONNECT December Meeting \nIndividual Donor Development \nRegister Now! \n\n\nPlease join us for our NPO CONNECT December Meeting. In this webinar\, Melissa Le Roy will teach us about Individual Donor Development.   \nUnderstanding how to raise money from individual donors is paramount to nonprofit organizations. Finding and cultivating individual donors is a work-intensive\, long-term investment for any nonprofit. Learn how to master effective techniques for successful individual giving efforts related to prospect research\, cultivating individual support\, making “the ask” and stewardship. Also where to start your prospect research\, tips on best research sites\, and how to utilize the information found to cultivate and solicit potential donors. \nMeet the Speaker: \n \nMelissa Metcalf Le Roy\, a graduate in Entrepreneurship with a minor in Business Law of Western Carolina University and a graduate in Nonprofit Management of Duke University\, teaches non-profit management classes throughout North Carolina\, South Carolina\, and Virginia for Duke University and Western Carolina University. She is a past board member of the North Carolina Center for Non-Profits. For four years\, she contributed a regular “Non-Profit Leadership” column for the Tryon Daily Bulletin. She currently offers her services as a consultant through her firm\, OnFire Nonprofit Consulting.  You can also view her TEDx talk “A Love Affair\, the Art of Not Asking” on Nonprofit Fundraising.  Melissa is a  Western North Carolina native. She lives in Forest City\, North Carolina\, with her husband Chris\, Chief of Police with the Forest City Police Department\, and their two dogs Chandra & Cali.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/npo-connect-december-meeting-individual-donor-development/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Kara Gilley":MAILTO:kara@cfwesternva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20211021T124952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211025T164859Z
UID:2964-1637236800-1637240400@www.cfwesternva.org
SUMMARY:NPO CONNECT November Meeting: Micro Marketing Campaigns
DESCRIPTION:NPO CONNECT November Meeting \nMicro Marketing Campaigns  \nRegister Now! \n\n\nPlease join us for our NPO CONNECT November Meeting. Are you looking for new ways to Market your nonprofit? If yes\, then this workshop is for you. In this workshop\, Beth Deatherage\, Marketing Specialist\, will teach us about Micro Marketing Campaigns and why we should do them. \nWhat you will learn:\nWhat is a Micro Campaign?\nHow to start a Micro Campaign.\nHow to create campaign messages that are tailored to your target audience. \nMeet the Speaker: \n \nBeth Deatherage\, Marketing Specialist\, has twenty years of experience in sales and marketing and most recently worked as the COO of a small boutique marketing firm. Her expertise is in high-level concept development tailored around messaging\, branding\, continuity\, and customer experience.    \nBeth previously served as a lead business coach for SmartStart\, an entrepreneurial training program offered by the Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corporation. Beth occasionally works as an adjunct faculty member at Patrick Henry Community College and a guest lecturer. She covers a range of topics related to business plan development\, branding\, strength marketing\, messaging\, and online marketing. \nBeth received a Bachelor of Art in Political Science from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech). She earned a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Averett University. \n Beth is the current Treasurer for the New College Foundation\, an active member of the Go Virginia Region 3 Marketing Committee\, and a member of the Martinsville City Public Schools Endowment Board.
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/npo-connect-november-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Kara Gilley":MAILTO:kara@cfwesternva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T133000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20210921T182349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210921T201056Z
UID:2829-1635249600-1635255000@www.cfwesternva.org
SUMMARY:NPO CONNECT October Meeting: Purpose Driven Board Leadership
DESCRIPTION:NPO CONNECT October Meeting \nPurpose Driven Board Leadership\nRegister Now! \n\n\nPlease join us for our NPO CONNECT October Meeting. In this webinar\, BoardSource Certified Consultants Rachel and Hollie will teach us about Purpose Driven Board Leadership.  \nIs it time to reframe how we think about nonprofit governance? BoardSource’s Purpose Driven Leadership centers around four key principles that address the unique challenges of nonprofit governance today while creating deeply connected organizations to create positive social change.  \nMeet the Speakers: \n \nRachel del Campo Gatewood rachel@riverdistrictconsulting.com \nGatewood leads River District Consulting from a foundation firmly rooted in successful resource development and marketing campaigns and business ownership. With an Accounting degree and an MBA from Averett College (now University)\, she approaches problems analytically\, looking first at the infrastructure of an organization for strategic opportunities. \nHer nearly 30 years of experience includes every aspect of campaign management. Gatewood’s work involved leading advancement teams at Averett University\, Chatham Hall\, and the Danville Science Center\, and managing comprehensive campaigns of $12-35M. Additionally\, she was the majority owner in a Chatham\, VA\, hardware store where she did everything from customer interaction to producing the monthly Profit and Loss Statement. Gatewood excels at drilling down and visioning up with clients\, expertise derived from many years of building systems that make ambitious aspirations possible. \nHollie Adams hollie@riverdistrictconsulting.com \nAdams brings extensive training and experience in research and analysis\, with more than 10 years of paralegal experience. During her years at Woods Rogers PLC she worked on major economic development deals\, multi-million-dollar commercial real estate transactions\, corporate governance\, and employment issues\, and immigration cases. She has a paralegal certificate from George Mason University\, in addition to coursework at Roanoke College. \nHer experience translates into her ability to assist her clients by testing\, proving\, and adapting in a competitive industry. With strength in creativity and marketing mechanics\, she assists clients in creating the best foundation from which to launch their dreams.  \n\n 
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/npo-connect-october-meeting-purpose-driven-board-leadership/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Kara Gilley":MAILTO:kara@cfwesternva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210921T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210921T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T122755
CREATED:20210810T174808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210810T174808Z
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SUMMARY:NPO CONNECT September Meeting: Delegation: Developing Others to Advance Your Organization and Career
DESCRIPTION:NPO CONNECT September Meeting \nDeligation: Developing Others to Advance Your Organization and Career\nRegister Now! \n\n\nDelegation is a key skill for job success. However\, it is less than universally practiced. In fact\, many people sabotage their careers\, and those of their subordinates\, by their inability or failure to delegate. Delegation frees you to tackle more important jobs… to plan\, to set goals\, or to track the progress of your team. Delegation multiplies your productivity. \nPeople who are growing are more productive. People who are learning gladly accept increased responsibility. When you have subordinates who are capable to taking over all of your work\, you are available for promotion to a higher level with no threat to the organization’s continued smooth operation. This webinar will challenge your roadblocks to delegation and provide a step-by-step process to empower others to perform tasks you once fulfilled so that you and your organization can progress to the next level of performance. \nMeet the Speaker: \n \nJohn Curtis\, Ph.D. founded IOD\, Inc. in 1986 and he has 30+ years of experience providing capacity building and fundraising services to nonprofit organizations of all types and sizes. He also teaches fundraising\, strategic  planning\, board development\, and change management for the Edyth Bush Institute for Philanthropy at Rollins College in Florida and the Duke  Nonprofit Management Program in North Carolina and Virginia. \n\n 
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/npo-connect-september-meeting-delegation-developing-others-to-advance-your-organization-and-career/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T120000
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SUMMARY:NPO CONNECT July Meeting: Managing Staff Performance through Values-Based Coaching & Counseling 
DESCRIPTION:NPO CONNECT July Meeting \nManaging Staff Performance through Values-Based Coaching & Counseling \nRegister Now! \n\n\nMotivating employees to perform well is an especially difficult challenge because every individual is different… there is no surefire formula that applies in every situation. However\, nonprofit leaders can learn to shape the performance of staff by using a proven\, performance management system based on an organization’s existing mission or values. \nThis professional\, fast-paced\, and highly relevant webinar will teach practical skills to apply the “art and science” of Coaching (reinforcing desirable behavior) and Counseling (redirecting unacceptable behavior without de-motivating the employee). \nLearning Objectives: Participants will… \n1.  Learn to apply a simple\, three-step Coaching method to reinforce desirable behavior \n2.  Identify how to differentiate between a compliment and a Coaching statement \n3.  Develop skills to determine the cause of ineffective or inappropriate employee behavior \n4.  Learn a six-step Counseling method to redirect unacceptable behavior without de-motivating the employee.  \nMeet the Speaker: \n \nJohn Curtis\, Ph.D. founded IOD\, Inc. in 1986 and he has 30+ years of experience providing capacity building and fundraising services to nonprofit organizations of all types and sizes. He also teaches fundraising\, strategic  planning\, board development\, and change management for the Edyth Bush Institute for Philanthropy at Rollins College in Florida and the Duke  Nonprofit Management Program in North Carolina and Virginia. \n\n 
URL:https://www.cfwesternva.org/npoconnectevent/npo-connect-july-meeting-managing-staff-performance-through-values-based-coaching-counseling/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Kaitlyn Van Buskirk":MAILTO:kaitlyn@cfwesternva.org
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