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The DNA of a Dynamic Nonprofit Board, Part Two

Join BKD and nonprofit leaders across Iowa for a virtual leadership series highlighting helpful industry insights. Each month, our trusted advisors will cover a topic to help you fulfill your mission. We’re excited to help you thrive so you can better support your community.

This session...

Date 
Thursday, August 20, 2020 - 8:30am to 9:30am
Location 
1401 50th St #350
West Des Moines, IA 50266
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The DNA of a Dynamic Nonprofit Board, Part One

Join BKD and nonprofit leaders across Iowa for a virtual leadership series highlighting helpful industry insights. Each month, our trusted advisors will cover a topic to help you fulfill your mission. We’re excited to help you thrive so you can better support your community.

Regardless...

Date 
Thursday, July 16, 2020 - 8:30am to 9:30am
Location 
1401 50th St #350
Des Moines, IA 50266
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Beyond the Board Statement: How Can Boards Join the Movement for Racial Justice?

With each day come more statements from organizations articulating their stances and, in some cases, their specific commitments to be part of change in the wake of the police killing of George Floyd. Some nonprofit and philanthropic boards are actively discussing whether to make a statement at...

Date 
Monday, June 29, 2020 - 1:00pm
Location 
88 Broad Street
Suite 101
Boston, MA 02110
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Beyond the Board Statement: How Can Boards Join the Movement for Racial Justice?

These sessions will be highly interactive with the majority of time spent in moderated discussion. Topics will include:

What is the value of board statements to the community? How should boards of directors be responding right now? What questions should they be engaging? How can boards show...
Date 
Monday, June 22, 2020 - 1:00pm
Location 
88 Broad Street
Suite 101
Boston, MA 02110
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Why--and How--to Cultivate Women Donors Now

As your nonprofit adapts to the COVID-19 crisis, one group of donors may offer a lifeline: women. Studies show that women are more likely than men to support health care, communities, and families — all causes critical to the response. Plus, women at all income levels give more generously than...

Date 
Thursday, June 25, 2020 - 1:00pm
Location 
1255 Twenty-Third St. NW
Washington, DC, DC 20037
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Making Lemonade in Challenging Times

Now is the time to show the world that small towns are resilient, strong places that can quickly adapt to difficult times. Get ideas and tips about developing a positive narrative about your small town that celebrates the people and places that make it special in this free, one-hour webinar. We...

Date 
Wednesday, June 24, 2020 - 1:00pm
Location 
700 Locust St.
Suite 195
Dubuque, IA 52001
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Webinar: Psychological Wellness in the Workplace

Mental Health. Psychological wellness. It’s a subject that is not openly talked about. Add the special stressors of being a nonprofit development officer, and the issues can become unmanageable. In this free webinar, learn about AFP’s 2020 initiative to address psychological health and safety in...

Date 
Tuesday, June 9, 2020 - 11:45am
Location 
P.O. Box 1414
Cedar Rapids, IA 52406
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Webinar: Leveraging Digital Platforms During a Crisis

We know these are tough times for nonprofits. COVID-19 is affecting your staff, operations, finances, and most importantly, the people you serve. In this free AMPcast, we'll give you tips on how to navigate the online world and leverage it for your organization.

Topics:

How your...
Date 
Wednesday, June 10, 2020 - 1:00pm
Location 
6711 Chancellor Drive
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
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Fundamentals of Fundraising

Instructor: AFP - Certified Master Trainer Helen B. Arnold, CFRE This course is worth 16 CFRE continuing education credits. Target: 0-4 years of experience or advanced refresher.

This two-day course, offered via a virtual platform, provides an overview of fundraising principles at the...

Date 
Wednesday, June 10, 2020 - 8:00am to Thursday, June 11, 2020 - 5:00pm
Location 
P.O. Box 1414
Cedar Rapids, IA 52406
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Webinar: Grant Writing Palooza

Grant writing is a critical skill for nonprofit professionals. Participants will learn from local experts, hear from funders, and network with peers to share ideas on grant writing best practices. Sessions will be presented on Zoom. Topics include: planning, proposals, measuring outcomes,...

Date 
Monday, July 6, 2020 - 9:00am to Friday, July 10, 2020 - 3:00pm
Location 
1111 North 13th St.
Ste. 213
Omaha, NE 68102