Seminars and Trainings
Designed training for your staff and board, in your office or at a conference.
Here are some suggested topics:
Being an engaged board member:
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Welcoming new members properly
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Helping board members understand their responsibilities
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Improving board communications
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Minimum gift, minimum participation?
Board members as fundraisers:
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Tapping the connections of your Board Members
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Board members as connectors, not solicitors
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Stewarding donor relationships
Building relations with the community and referral sources:
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Understanding the role of community leaders and your nonprofit
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Participating in the community that you serve
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Seek community partners
Using group dynamics to improve your meetings and communication
Accessing the foundation world through grant writing:
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Writing grants and “spinning your wheels”?
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Family foundations are often just a vehicle for family giving
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Relationships as a key to securing grants
Preparing for the “ask”:
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How much is too little?
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How deep is the connection with the donor?
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How do you determine how much you should ask?
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What do you do when they say no to your suggested number?
Inspiring your team: how to nurture leadership in your staff:
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How to be a good supervisor?
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How to avoid micromanaging your team?
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How do you respond to failure?
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How do you respond to success?
Taking your volunteers seriously:
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Identifying skills of your board and using them effectively
Measuring for success: showcasing your achievements and impact
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Using the Kellogg Logic Model
Navigating the professional/board relationship