Calendar of Events
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Brown Bag Discussions
Disscussions
CEN will hold a lunchtime discussion the first Friday of every month from 11:30-1:00pm in the JWCC College Dining Room. The discussions are free and open to any area not-for-profits to share stories and receive feedback on the topic of the month a facilitator will be present. Feel free to bring lunch.
February 3rd–Trends in Communication
March 2nd– Effective Board Engagement
April 13th– Evaluation
May 4th– Collaborations & Partnerships
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
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First Step in Fundraising: Learn to Use the Tools at the West Central Philanthropy Center
3/14/2012
Workshop
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
John Wood Community College
48th & Harrison, Quincy, IL 62305
Library, Room B108
Cost: Free
For more information or to register: 217-641-4905If you are a nonprofit organization seeking grant funding for your programs, there is a great resource here in your region at the West Central Illinois Philanthropy Center. Only one of seven centers of its kind in the state, this is a valuable (and FREE!) resource available to you. Learn how to take advantage of this library of information for your nonprofit.
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Nonprofit Networking: Social Media Mindset
2/16/2012
Workshop
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
John Wood Community College
Presenter Annie Hernandez
Cost: $25
For more information or to register: 217-641-4905Before you and your organization hop onto Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter, join in on this conversation to better understand the mindset behind effective nonprofit networking and social media. This interactive session will share strategies for social media productivity as well as aid participants in developing strategic insights about leveraging their networks using social media. -
Grant Writing Clinic
2/24/2012
Workshop
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
John Wood Community College
Cost: $50
Presenter Kristin Olson from Grants Galore
Designed as a follow-up to the Grant Writing 101 series or similar beginning-level workshop, this clinic offers you the opportunity to apply what you've learned to your own situation. Come prepared to roll up your sleeves and begin working on a specific project for your organization—researching funding opportunities, reviewing grant guidelines, outlining narrative sections, brainstorming in small groups, etc.
Please bring a grant project with you. It can be in the concept phase where you are ready to research potential funders. It can be a specific grant you want to apply for & need help outlining the proposal. -
Federal Grants: Taking It Step by Step
2/24/2012
Workshop
1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
John Wood Community College
Cost: $50
Presenter Kristin Olson from Grants Galore
For more information or to register: 217-641-4905
Applying for a federal grant may seem like a daunting task. This workshop will walk you through the steps you need to take to submit a competitive federal proposal. Beginning with registering your organization with Grants.gov, we will discuss the requirements for submitting a federal application on-line. -
Local Advertising in a Mobile World
3/19/2012
Workshop
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. John Wood Community College
Room B108
Cost: $16
Presenter Chris Miller
For more info. or to register: 217-641-4905
Using online, offline, smart phone advertising techniques to attract mobile customer. Google Places, online classifieds, mobile smart phone websites, and QR codes will be discussed. Students will go through how to create a QR code using online resources. This class is open to the general public, but would be beneficial for all non-profit organizations. -
Volunteer Management
3/27/2012
Workshop
1 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. John Wood Community College
Room D022
Cost: $25
Presenter Carla Gosney
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Strengthening Your Organizations Business Model
4/5/2012
Workshop
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. John Wood Community College
Cost: $69
Presenter Steven Zimmerman from Spectrum Nonprofit Services
With the rapid pace of change in today’s economic and political environment, nonprofit leaders are challenged to make faster, smarter, strategic decisions in the quest for sustainability. Based on the new book, “Nonprofit Sustainability” this fast-moving webinar offers nonprofit executives and board members a simple yet powerful tool for analyzing and strengthening their business models. We’ll also guide leaders on how they can make ongoing strategic business decisions for their activities in a manner that integrates mission impact and financial viability. -
Beyond Cutting Expenses: Strategic Decision making in Turbulent Times
4/19/2012
Workshop
10:00 a.m.– 11:30 a.m. John Wood Community College
Cost: $69
Presenter Steven Zimmerman from Spectrum Nonprofit Services
For more information or to register: 217-641-4905
Your organization has already cut expenses across the board to try and rein in costs. You’ve asked your staff to take a pay cut. You’ve eliminated positions. But, how do you begin to restructure? How can you create an organization that has impact while being financially viable? This webinar takes a look at the dual-bottom line of nonprofits – understanding the true cost and mission impact of each of your programs in order to make difficult decisions for sustainability. -
Goal Setting: Creating a Plan
5/7/2012
Workshop
2 p.m. – John Wood Community College
Cost: $25
Presenter Pat Tracy from DOT Foods Inc.
Join Pat Tracy in focusing your organization towards a strategic plan by looking at your mission, vision, goals, and values. In this workshop you will start thinking about quantitative items that you should be measuring in your organization on a yearly basis to make sure you are succeeding in your mission. You will identify obstacles that may prevent your organization from reaching those goals and discuss possible strategies to address them. Leave this workshop ready to set goals and achieve them within your organization. -
Dot Foods Charitable Program-Training
2/2/2012
Training- Local Area Non-Profits Only
As part of the Dot Foods Charitable Program, they are inviting local area non-profit agencies to take advantage of educational opportunities for you or a member of your staff. Fourteen classes that are now a part of Dot's employee training program will be available to you at no cost and on a first-come, first served basis. At least three seats in each class are being reserved for non-profit participants; more may be offered depending on availability. Please see topics and information here. Most take place at one of Dot's facilities in Mt Sterling; two are offered by webinar.
To register or for more information, contact Jamie Lichtsinn by email (jamie.lichtsinn@dotfoods.com) or at 217-773-4486 ext.12879. Since a limited number of seats is available in each class, we encourage you to contact us soon.