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Non-profit Training

Several years ago, our Community Foundation launched its N*STAR program (Nonprofit Support, Training and Resources). The program provides free brown bag seminars on topics of nonprofit management and governance, and also half-day and full-day workshops. The office maintains a lending library of materials on topics of interest. Staff are available to meet with a board member or executive director regarding a special need a non-profit organization might have, such as starting a new 501c3 corporation, a funding crisis, leadership transition, or complex collaboration.

This initiative is generously supported by a gift from
the Bacon Family Foundation.

Combined N*STAR and Community Training Schedule through November, 2010
This schedule includes Colorado Planned Giving Roundtable (CPGR) Outreach Webinars, Mesa County Fundraisers Network Meetings, Mesa County Public Library District/Foundation Center Series, Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Webinars, and other training and networking opportunities. Events listed are at no cost to participants unless otherwise noted. To be added to an email distribution list of trainings, or to add a training event, please email crhodes@wc-cf.org.

JULY

Wednesday, July 14, 2010, 11:00 am– Legacy Giving Building Blocks: A Simple Approach to Attracting Long-Term Support. AFP Webinar at Hospice & Palliative Care of Western Colorado, 3090 B North 12th Street, Grand Junction. Supported financially by several Mesa County non-profit organizations so that you can attend at no cost. Register by emailing Jacquie at Hospice. For details, visit the web/audioconferences page of the Professional Development section of the AFP website.

Tuesday, July 20, 2010, 12:00-3:00 pm – Securing your Organization’s Future: Succession Planning. Presented by JVA Consulting at the Alpine Bank Mezzanine Conference Room, 225 North 5th, Grand Junction. $49 registration fee.
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Thursday, July 22, 2010, 1:30-3:30 pm – Using the Foundation Center Database. Presented by the Foundation Center, Mesa County Central Library, 530 Grand Avenue, Grand Junction. Call (970) 243-4442 to register or stop by an information desk.
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Tuesday, July 27, 2010, 11:00 am – Developing a Planned Giving Marketing Plan. FP Webinar at Hospice & Palliative Care of Western Colorado, 3090 B North 12th Street, Grand Junction. Supported financially by several Mesa County non-profit organizations so that you can attend at no cost. Register by emailing Jacquie at Hospice.
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AUGUST

Great Governing Boards and How to Get There!
Western Slope Region of Rural Philanthropy Days workshop with nonprofit consultant Noelle Hagan. $25 per person; register by contacting Erica Lewis Kennedy, or (970) 596-3580.

Offered as follows:
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 9:00 am-12:00 noon
Goodwill Industries, 630 24 ½ Road, Grand Junction.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 2:00-5:00 pm
Hotchkiss Fire House at 193 West Hotchkiss Avenue
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 9:00 am – 12:00 noon
Montrose Regional Library, 320 South Second Street
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 2:00 – 5:00 pm
Gunnison County Fairgrounds, 275 South Spruce Street

Thursday, August 26, 2010, 11:45 am – Bridging the Gap: Connecting Fundraisers and Donors to Professional Advisors.CPGR Webinar, St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation Boardroom, 2635 North 7th Street, near entrance 6. Register by emailing Linda at the Western Colorado Community Foundation.

Thursday, August 26, 2010, 1:30-3:30 pm – Careers in Fundraising. Presented by the Foundation Center, Mesa County Central Library, 530 Grand Avenue, Grand Junction. Call (970) 243-4442 to register or stop by an information desk. » more information

SEPTEMBER

Thursday, September 2, 2010, 11:00 am-1:30 pm – Colorado Nonprofit Association Fall Leadership Luncheon. Two Rivers Convention Center, Grand Junction Speaker: Holly Ross, Nonprofit Technology Network. To stay relevant in this connected age, nonprofits are reexamining how we engage our stakeholders. Technology is driving a shift toward having a conversation with your audience, instead of simply talking to them. New tools require new strategies to engage your constituents - by listening, building "buzz," and sharing your stories. Are you ready? Join us for a discussion about the fundraising, friend-raising and promotional capabilities of social media - and how you can use them all to strengthen and sustain your organization! Individual registration is $45 for Colorado Nonprofit Association members and $55 for nonmembers, or save with a table for eight! » register here.

Thursday, September 16, 2010, 11:45 am – Using Volunteers in Your Planned Giving Program. CPGR Webinar, St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation Boardroom, 2635 North 7th Street, near entrance 6. Register by emailing Linda at the Western Colorado Community Foundation.

Thursday, September 23, 2010, 11:00 am – Power Shift: Secrets to Success in the Digital Donor-Centric World. AFP Webinar at Hospice & Palliative Care of Western Colorado, 3090 B North 12th Street, Grand Junction. Supported financially by several Mesa County non-profit organizations so that you can attend at no cost. Register by emailing Jacquie at Hospice. For details, visit the web/audioconferences page of the Professional Development section of the AFP website.

Thursday, September 23, 2010, 1:30-3:30 pm – Boards that Work. Presented by the Foundation Center, Mesa County Central Library, 530 Grand Avenue, Grand Junction. Call (970) 243-4442 to register or stop by an information desk
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OCTOBER

Wednesday, October 13, 2010 – Protecting your Charity’s Rights as the Beneficiary of a Trust or Estate. CPGR Webinar, St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation Boardroom, 2635 North 7th Street, near entrance 6. Register by emailing Linda at the Western Colorado Community Foundation.

NOVEMBER

Thursday, November 4, 2010 – Using the Foundation Center Database. Presented by the Foundation Center, Mesa County Central Library, 530 Grand Avenue, Grand Junction. Call (970) 243-4442 to register or stop by an information desk.
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Tuesday, November 16, 2010 – Charity or Social Service Business? The Road to Sustainability. AFP Webinar at Hospice & Palliative Care of Western Colorado, 3090 B North 12th Street, Grand Junction. Supported financially by several Mesa County non-profit organizations so that you can attend at no cost. Register by emailing Jacquie at Hospice. For details, visit the web/audioconferences page of the Professional Development section of the AFP website.