It’s an age-old problem. Many nonprofit CEOs and senior leaders struggle to persuade board members to raise money, even though trustees care deeply about the nonprofits they serve. Experts cite a variety of reasons including the need to better define roles and responsibilities when recruiting...
Someone says, “This may be a dumb question, but…” and the presenter graciously replies, “There’s no such thing as a dumb question,” before providing the obvious answer. But then, maybe just to yourself, you have to admit you were wondering about the same thing. Our donors and clients have plenty...
Enjoy this series of conversations with leaders from the world of philanthropy. Hear about the issues that concern you and that shape grant making today. Meet the people who understand what drives decisions at the top levels of philanthropic giving. The April session features panelists who are...
Job growth and education are critical to ensuring our region remains competitive, vibrant and thriving. Join us as Dr. Ian Roberts, Capital Crossroads Chair and Superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools, highlights how the recently unveiled Capital Crossroads Roadmap for Central Iowa is poised...
Are you ready to start fundraising for your project or idea, but don't know what and how much to ask for? If preparing a budget for your foundation grant is holding you back, come learn the basic elements of how to draft a project budget with confidence. This class...
Making your organization more accessible is critical to creating equal access and a culture of belonging and inclusion in today’s world. In the digital space, it requires ongoing attention and consideration to deliver a better user experience for all. However, when it comes to...
Join Public Service Librarians Nancy Geiger and Rebecca Vernon with the Cedar Rapids Public Library to hear about the free resources available for nonprofits at the library, including the grant search engine Foundation Center online and others that might be helpful for training and development....
How do you handle rejection? Can you comfortably advocate for your needs? Assertiveness means expressing your point of view clearly and directly while still respecting others. Whether you'd like to ask for a raise, set a boundary with a co-worker, or build confidence with gift asks, this session...
Evaluations can be instrumental in demonstrating the effectiveness of your program, fulfilling funding requirements, and improving outcomes for your clients, or a waste of time and resources when organizations are ill-prepared to engage in the process or use the results.
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Kick off a successful fundraising year by learning , learn how your 2024 Candid Seal of Transparency can help increase your nonprofit visibility. On this 45-minute session, we will go through the simple steps to earn a Seal, how to enable Apple Pay, and most importantly, how you can use your...
