Everyone is confused by the budget process. In too many cases an annual budget is prepared in a rush, put in a drawer and not reviewed until year-end. What good is a static budget that doesn’t tie into your cash flows and doesn’t allow management to review performance and manage the future? In this workshop, […]
Create a Family Culture of Giving: Help Your Kids Give Back with Time, Talent and Treasure
Philanthropists at all levels are giving with their children – and even their grandchildren! Giving together lets you share family values, influence how a younger generation thinks about and deals with personal finances, and pass on life lessons. Join us to learn: Which tools are most effective in introducing young people to giving How to […]
Strategic Planning: Moving Your Organization Forward
Successful nonprofits know that strategic planning is essential. High-performing organizations evaluate their mission, values, environment, and strategies to ensure continued improvement in programs, services and internal infrastructure. All too often organizations fail to incorporate strategic goals into their governance or management of the organization, rendering it an exercise in futility. This workshop will guide organizations through the […]
The ABCs of Fundraising: Acquiring, Building, and Cultivating a Donor Base
Nurturing donor relationships is often compared to dating. How do you go from the first date to marriage? Many nonprofits spend a lot of resources to attract potential supporters. Is that the best use of your limited resources? Learn specific strategies to help you not only engage but also strengthen relationships with current and prospective […]
Champion Your Mission: Tell a Compelling Story
You know that your mission is important, but how can you engage potential supporters? Statistics are important, but sharing them in a way that illustrates the human side of your work is key. In this session you will learn the importance of sharing stories that illustrate the work, identify your story, and practice telling it […]
