Upcoming Events
*From Survey to Solutions: Insights from the Ethical Storytelling Report
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In 2023, the MemoryFox team identified a prominent pattern. At every speaking engagement, no matter the topic, style or audience, our team received a version of this thoughtful question: What do I do if the people I serve have sensitive stories that they might not want to share? And, truth be told...
*How to Create Safe Nonprofit Stories that Inspire Action: A Workshop on Trauma-Informed Storytelling (Virtual)
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This workshop is perfect for all the nonprofit storytellers whether you are fundraisers, marketers, communicators, grant writers, researchers, or content creators. Nonprofit Storytelling has the power to touch hearts and minds. As we tackle the world's biggest problems, we are responsible for...
The Blueprint to Address Homelessness (In-person & Virtual)
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Please join us as we unveil Greater Des Moines' five-year strategic vision plan to addressing homelessness in Central Iowa. As the rate of homelessness continues to increase in our community, Homeward in collaboration with the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines as a strategic funding partner...
*Use Donor Stewardship to Maintain Your Audience and Grow Their Support (Virtual)
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It is easier and less expensive to retain an existing donor than to seek out and convert a brand new one. The best way to properly care for and feed your donors is by creating and maintaining a robust donor stewardship program. Donor stewardship isn’t just for major donors—take steps to help every...
From Survey to Solutions: Insights from the Ethical Storytelling Report
Description
In 2023, the MemoryFox team identified a prominent pattern. At every speaking engagement, no matter the topic, style or audience, our team received a version of this thoughtful question: What do I do if the people I serve have sensitive stories that they might not want to share? We didn‘t have an...
*Guidelines & Principles for Nonprofit Excellence (Virtual)
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Nonprofit Association of the Midlands (NAM) invites you to an overview presentation and workshop of the Guidelines & Principles Program for Nonprofit Excellence in Nebraska and Iowa. This session will go over common questions that arise from the Guidelines and Principles and give you the opportunity...
*How to Build a Monthly Giving or Sustainer Program
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In 2023, nonprofit revenue from monthly gifts represented 31 percent of all online contributions. Savvy fundraisers are directing their energy to building monthly giving or sustainer programs that create a steady flow of donations and deepen donor loyalty. Join us for this 75-minute session to learn...
Association AI Leadership: The Four Stages of Readiness and Organizational Management
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As artificial intelligence transforms the future of work, associations have a unique opportunity to lead with vision, provided they are prepared. Hosted by industry experts, this session is designed for association leaders, directors, and Association Management Companies (AMCs), and offers a...
AFP Eastern Iowa Chapter May Program: Marketing Panel
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AFP's May's educational program will be a marketing panel discussion. Lunch is provided at 11:30 A.M. The program starts at 12:00 P.M. Please invite your co-workers, executive directors and friends. All AFP members may bring a guest for free. Note that the location for the program is Cedar Rapids...
Ask an Expert: Advocacy & Policy Engagement
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This is the second in the Greater Des Moines Community Foundation's series, Ask an Expert. Bethany Snyder from Snyder Strategies will explore how nonprofits can effectively advocate for their mission and engage with policymakers. Upcoming sessions: May 20 -- Communications & Storytelling. Andy...
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