Serving Nonprofits. Strengthening West Virginia

FREE - Grant Writing Training
2023-11-08 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is being offered by Volunteer West Virginia.

November 8th, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Registration Fees: Free
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Join us for our most requested topic: Grant Writing Training! This is a mini version of our two day training. During this webinar you will learn expert tips and tricks for writing grants. This webinar will be hosted by special guest Nicki Bentley-Colthart from The Grant Advantage​. ​ Please note, this special webinar will be two hours.

Small Communities, Big Solutions Conference
2023-11-08 12:00 - 2023-11-09 16:00 | WV School of Osteopathic Medicine, 400 Lee Street, Lewisburg, WV, 24901, United States
This conference is offered by the Alliance for Economic Development of Southern West Virginia, the West Virginia Community Development Hub, and Coalfield Development.

November 8th, 12:00 PM – November 9th, 4:00 PM ET

Registration Fees: Free – $55
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Each year, the Alliance for Economic Development of Southern West Virginia, the West Virginia Community Development Hub and Coalfield Development team up to shine a spotlight on West Virginia, by hosting the Small Communities, BIG Solutions Conference. This event showcases all the successes and highlights what is working across the state. Each year a mix of community leaders, educators, businesses and public officials come together to network, share ideas and learn what is working well in our state. With a sold-out crowd each year and overwhelmingly positive feedback from our attendees.

Overcoming the Overhead Myth: Budgeting for an Effective Website, Marketing & Growth
2023-11-07 15:00 - 16:00 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is being offered by Firespring.

November 7th, 3:00 PM

Registration Fees: Free
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When it comes to running your organization, most nonprofits feel pressured to do as much as possible with as little as possible. Donors still scrutinize nonprofits, wondering what percentage of their gift actually goes toward the “cause.”
Today, it’s crucial to invest in your organization so you can continue to operate and support your mission.
Join us in this webinar and discover:

What is the overhead myth and why does it matter?
The impact of underinvestment.
How to address concerns with donors.
What marketing efforts provide the best ROI to help you move the needle.
How to improve the budgeting process at your nonprofit.

Register now for Overcoming the Overhead Myth: Budgeting for an Effective Website, Marketing & Growth to save your spot for this informative webinar brought to you by Firespring.

About the presenter

Kiersten Hill
Director of Nonprofit Solutions

Kiersten Hill, is a Nebraska-native born and raised in North Platte. She graduated from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. With almost two decades in nonprofit management and fundraising, she has raised over $20 million for Nebraska nonprofit organizations and worked to better train and equip nonprofit leaders and boards of directors.

QuickBooks Made Easy for Nonprofits November 2023 Fundamentals: Online
2023-11-07 14:00 - 2023-11-09 16:30 | Webinar, WV, United States
This three day series focuses on QuickBooks materials – all nonprofit-focused!
November 7th – 9th, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM EST
Price: Members – $109 per day or $229 for all three days, Nonmembers – $149 Per Day or $299 for all three days. Log into the WVNPA member portal to find your WVNPA Members ONLY discount code!
Earn 7.5 hours of CPE credit! (2.5 each day)
All Participants will receive log-in information prior to the webinar
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Day 1: Tuesday, November 7th
2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST
The material will cover the basics of setting up and entering transactions specifically for Nonprofits, an overview of the software updates included in the QuickBooks® 2023 as well as advanced topics including:

Welcome to QuickBooks – The different choices and which version is right for you.
What’s new in version 2023 that you may need.
Getting used to the screens and navigating around.
A lesson in accounting QuickBooks style!
Setting up the correct Accounts.
Entering Your Programs.
Adding Your Annual Budget.
Cutting and Pasting from Excel into QuickBooks
Entering Your Donors, Members or Students.
*Topics are subject to change.

Day 2: Wednesday, November 8th
2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST
This section will cover advanced material to really help you do some helpful and amazing things:

Entering Your Income – Two Methods.
Entering Donations and Grants.
Entering Membership Dues and Tuition.
Entering Program Service Revenue.
How to get the most out of Items.
Entering and Paying Bills.
Spreading Costs to Programs/Grants.
Essential Reports for the Board/Auditor.
Attaching Scan Documents for free.
*Topics are subject to change.

Day 3: Thursday, November 9th
2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST
This section will cover advanced material to really help you do some helpful and amazing things:

Entering Credit Card activity.
Tracking Pledges.
Tracking Restricted Grants.
Tracking Special Fundraising Events.
Printing personalized Donor Thank-You Letters directly from QuickBooks®.
Two Ways to get year-end donor-Acknowledgements.
Recording In-Kind Contributions.
Advanced method of Auto-Allocating Expenses to Programs/Grants.
And More!
Topics are subject to change.

*This training is for the Online version of QuickBooks*
About the Presenter
Since 2000, QuickBooks® Made Easy™ has been teaching QuickBooks® seminars around
the country for various groups, conducting webinars, providing technical support to
hundreds of clients, one-one-one consulting, and offering industry-specific streamable
training. Our leader and primary trainer Gregg S. Bossen, CPA is not only an expert in
the program, but he is the nation’s leading expert when it comes to Nonprofits that
use QuickBooks®. Gregg’s teaching style is funny and entertaining, and his energy and
knowledge of Nonprofits make his classes a unique experience. Gregg has taught new
users as well as other CPAs, who are themselves considered experts in the software.
In total, we have taught over 4,000 seminars to more than 60,000 students.
We currently teach for over 30 Nonprofit State Associations, as well as annually at
Scaling New Heights, QuickBooks Connect, Grant Station, and TechSoup.

Collective Healing: Breaking the Cycle of White Supremacy
2023-11-01 14:00 - 16:00 | Webinar, WV, United States
This series is offered by the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits.

Wednesday, November 1st, 8th, & 15th, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM ET

Registration Fees: $129for Members, $169 for Nonmembers. Please log into the Member Portal to find the member discount code, or email hilaria@dev.wvnpa.org.
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During this highly interactive multi-part training, participants will collectively look at how to break the cycle of white supremacy and take practical and sustained action towards equity. Participants will dig deep into how white supremacy shows up in people, organizations, systems, and self. In between sessions, participants will put into practice what they are learning and connect action to personal experience, including their work environment and relationships.
In this series registrants will:

Identify what white supremacy culture is and how it shows up personally and professionally
Reframe harmful narrative around equity
Learn about habit change and why it is important in this work
Understand your power and influence in a system
Cultivate practical action
Build community with other nonprofit leaders
Get energized to reduce burnout and fatigue on your equity journey

Past participants of this training have shared:
“I have never been so impressed with online training in my life. The entire experience was amazing.”
“The interactive and welcoming nature of the training and the presenter were so important for this workshop focused on challenging material. The presenter was a connector and encouraged us all to connect with each other. There was homework and a focus on intentionality and practice -not just being a back of the room observer, which was crucial.”
Event Details
This event is a series with three dates: November 1, 8, and 15. The registration price includes all three 2-hour sessions.
This virtual event will take place on the Zoom platform. Your access link will be emailed to you the day before the event after 12 p.m.
This session will be recorded. The recording will be available to registrants for 14 days after the live event.
Captioning is provided automatically through Zoom. For information on requesting CART, ASL, or another accommodation, please visit our Registration Policies page.
To learn more about events, registration, and payment, visit our Event & Registration FAQ page.
Speaker Information
Donte Curtis is the CEO of Catch Your Dream Consulting where he keynotes, consults, and trains individuals, teams, and organizations nationwide on leadership development and racial equity, and supports them to create practical change. Donte currently serves on the board of directors at Social Enterprise Alliance Twin Cities and Youthprise, where he is a co-chair of the program investment committee. With over 12 years of facilitation and speaking experience, Donte is adept at fostering the collective wisdom in the room and engaging audiences in multiple ways. Probably one of the most energetic people you will ever meet, Donte lives a life that is dedicated to leadership, social justice and liberation.

Empowering Nonprofits with QuickBooks Online
2023-11-01 12:00 - 16:00 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by Utah Nonprofits Association.

Wednesday, November 1st, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM ET

Registration Fees: $50 for Members, $100 for Nonmembers. Please log into the Member Portal to find the member discount code, or email hilaria@dev.wvnpa.org.
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Is the QuickBooks subscription your organization uses the right fit for what you need? How do you make the most out of what you need out of the software? Join representatives from Intuit and FORVIS to learn not only what is new with QuickBooks, but also how to use the tool!

Join us for an enriching four-hour live training tailored specifically for the UNA community! Dive deep into the world of QuickBooks Online with “Back to Basics” focus. Familiarize yourself with the platform’s navigation, customization, and nonprofit-specific configurations. Delve into budgeting best practices, automation innovations, and catch a sneak peek into the newest features in QBO, including GenAI. Also, explore the groundbreaking QB Money Suite and understand how it can revolutionize your nonprofit’s financial management.
We’ll review the fundamentals and dive even deeper. Discover how QuickBooks Online can simplify your program and fund accounting, streamline your human capital management, and open doors to powerful tools like QBCapital. Experience firsthand the advanced features designed to optimize capacity, protection, and integration with tools like Excel. To enhance your nonprofit’s operations further, we’ll introduce you to vital apps tailored for donor, fund tracking, CRM, and reporting needs.
This session isn’t just about knowledge; it’s about community. Engage in Q&A sessions, share experiences during breaks, and leave with comprehensive handouts to guide your nonprofit towards financial excellence. Transform your nonprofit’s financial journey. Come learn, engage, and innovate with us!
This training will be recorded and made available to all registered attendees following the session, along with supporting materials and resources.
Please note, this training will provide a detailed overview of the tools, capabilities, and features of the QuickBooks Online software product; this training is not intended to provide education on financial management, accounting processes, or procedures for nonprofits.
Who Should Attend?
Executive Directors, CFOs, Accounting and Finance staff, Development staff, HR staff, administrative staff, and anyone else who would benefit from learning about QuickBooks Online and how your organization manages its finances.
Dates:
November 1, 2023
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Cost:
UNA Member Rate: $50
Not-Yet-Member Rate: $100
Speakers:
Robbie Randall, Sr. Partner Development Manager, Transformation Expert
Robbie Randall is a member of the Intuit® National Accounts team. He has a decade of professional tax and accounting experience and a great passion for helping businesses thrive. Having owned businesses, he understands the heartaches, triumphs, and attention it takes to operate one. In his current role, he consults with Top 100 U.S. accounting firms and enjoys sharing insights he’s collected from some of the most successful cloud-based firms. Connect with Robbie on Twitter or LinkedIn @smbizpro.
Randy Cassen, Professional Services Consultant
Randy Cassen is a Product Consultant of Intuit’s Partner Channel Professional Services team. Specializing in the QuickBooks Online platform, QuickBooks Online Accountant, Online Payroll, and the Intuit Apps ecosystem, Randy provides education and product training to our partners and their customers. He is a Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor and has over 17 years of experience working for Intuit across multiple products.

Chris Burtschi, Accounting Consultant
Chris Burtschi is a recent college graduate from Adams State University where he received his Bachelors in Accounting with a minor in Economics. He has been with the FORVIS team since May of 2023 and has a passion for helping nonprofits.

Evan Sheehan, Senior Consultant II / Nonprofit Advisory Services
Evan is a member of FORVIS’ Nonprofit Advisory Services team. For over 7 years, Evan has provided a range of accounting services working both within and on behalf of nonprofit and public sector organizations. He, now, passionately serves each client in response to individual and dynamic accountancy needs or goals of the organization.
His accumulated experiences and expertise exist within outsourced accounting and oversight roles, audit and budget preparation, system utilization and implementation, operational and compliance assessment, policy and procedure development, grants management, and complex external reporting. He maintains an opportunistic eye for identifying areas for improvement, introducing best practices, and developing the technical skills of organizational staff.

Kristel Price, Senior Managing Consultant
Kristel is a Senior Managing Consultant with FORVIS in Salt Lake City. She has 20+ years of outsourced accounting services helping small and large businesses to develop, oversee, and manage their accounting. She enjoys learning about each business while teaching business owners and their teams to organize, understand, and learn accounting procedures and processes while providing the best services possible. She is a Certified QBO ProAdvisor with Advanced and Payroll certifications.

Intuit is the global technology platform that helps consumers and small businesses overcome their most important financial challenges. Intuit believes everyone should have the opportunity to prosper and we never stop working to find new innovative ways to make that possible.
This event is brought to you by Forvis. FORVIS is built upon the strong legacies of BKD and DHG, which are reflected in a name that represents our unique focus on preparing our clients for what is next. With more than 5,400 dedicated professionals who serve clients in all 50 states, as well as across the globe, FORVIS will offer comprehensive assurance, tax, advisory, and wealth management services. Learn more about FORVIS.

QuickBooks Made Easy for Nonprofits Fall 2023 Fundamentals Webinar: Desktop
2023-10-31 14:00 - 2023-11-02 16:30 | Webinar, WV, United States
This three day series focuses on QuickBooks materials – all nonprofit-focused!
Tuesday, October 31st – Thursday, November 2nd, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM EST
Price: Members – $109 per day or $229 for all three days, Nonmembers – $149 Per Day or $299 for all three days. Log into the WVNPA member portal to find your WVNPA Members ONLY discount code!
Earn 7.5 hours of CPE credit! (2.5 each day)
All Participants will receive log-in information prior to the webinar
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Day 1: Tuesday, October 31st
2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST
The material will cover the basics of setting up and entering transactions specifically for Nonprofits, an overview of the software updates included in the QuickBooks® 2023 as well as advanced topics including:

Welcome to QuickBooks – The different choices and which version is right for you.
What’s new in version 2023 that you may need.
Getting used to the screens and navigating around.
A lesson in accounting QuickBooks style!
Setting up the correct Accounts.
Entering Your Programs.
Adding Your Annual Budget.
Cutting and Pasting from Excel into QuickBooks
Entering Your Donors, Members or Students.
*Topics are subject to change.

Day 2: Wednesday, November 1st
2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST
This section will cover advanced material to really help you do some helpful and amazing things:

Entering Your Income – Two Methods.
Entering Donations and Grants.
Entering Membership Dues and Tuition.
Entering Program Service Revenue.
How to get the most out of Items.
Entering and Paying Bills.
Spreading Costs to Programs/Grants.
Essential Reports for the Board/Auditor.
Attaching Scan Documents for free.
*Topics are subject to change.

Day 3: Thursday, November 2nd
2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST
This section will cover advanced material to really help you do some helpful and amazing things:

Entering Credit Card activity.
Tracking Pledges.
Tracking Restricted Grants.
Tracking Special Fundraising Events.
Printing personalized Donor Thank-You Letters directly from QuickBooks®.
Two Ways to get year-end donor-Acknowledgements.
Recording In-Kind Contributions.
Advanced method of Auto-Allocating Expenses to Programs/Grants.
And More!
Topics are subject to change.

*This training is for the Desktop version of QuickBooks*
About the Presenter
Since 2000, QuickBooks® Made Easy™ has been teaching QuickBooks® seminars around
the country for various groups, conducting webinars, providing technical support to
hundreds of clients, one-one-one consulting, and offering industry-specific streamable
training. Our leader and primary trainer Gregg S. Bossen, CPA is not only an expert in
the program, but he is the nation’s leading expert when it comes to Nonprofits that
use QuickBooks®. Gregg’s teaching style is funny and entertaining, and his energy and
knowledge of Nonprofits make his classes a unique experience. Gregg has taught new
users as well as other CPAs, who are themselves considered experts in the software.
In total, we have taught over 4,000 seminars to more than 60,000 students.
We currently teach for over 30 Nonprofit State Associations, as well as annually at
Scaling New Heights, QuickBooks Connect, Grant Station, and TechSoup.

Endowments and Your Nonprofits: A Focus on the Fundamentals
2023-10-31 14:00 - 15:30 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits.

Tuesday, October 31st, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM ET

Registration Fees: $45 for Members, $65 for Nonmembers. Please log into the Member Portal to find the member discount code, or email hilaria@dev.wvnpa.org.
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Is your organization considering establishing an endowment fund? Perhaps you have already established a fund and are building your knowledge around growing it.
There are many ways to give and grow an endowment and it is important to recognize that different strategies exist. MCN invites you to join financial advisor Ben Prchal for a workshop that will bring focus to what endowment funds can provide an organization.
Topics covered in this workshop:

The role of an endowment fund in an organization’s overall financial composition
How the fund works
Giving options for the fund
How endowment funds fit into donor relation plans

Come and learn how your nonprofit may benefit from a flexible endowment solution as well as the variety of giving options available to supporters of the fund.
Event Details
This virtual event will take place on the Zoom platform. Your access link will be emailed to you the day before the event after 12 p.m.
This session will be recorded. The recording will be made available to registrants after the live event.
Captioning is provided automatically through Zoom. For information on requesting CART, ASL, or another accommodation, please visit our Registration Policies page.
To learn more about events, registration, and payment, visit our Event & Registration FAQ page.
Speaker Information
Ben Prchal is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management Inc. Advising both families and organizations, he is passionate about working with clients who hold a strong sense of conviction towards their mission. Ben is based out of Lino Lakes and part of a team with 14 years of experience helping nonprofits establish and grow their endowments and families establish giving strategies. Beyond Thrivent, Ben is involved with the Minnesota Planned Giving Association and community organizations.

Edit, Undo, Delete: A Crash Course in De-sanitizing Language in Nonprofits
2023-10-25 11:00 - 13:00 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits.

Wednesday, October 25th, 11:0 AM – 1:00 PM ET

Registration Fees: $45 for Members, $65 for Nonmembers. Please log into the Member Portal to find the member discount code, or email hilaria@dev.wvnpa.org.
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Words matter, making the balance between upholding brand language and avoiding making watered down promises a challenge. Though all workplaces have them, mission statements, communication guidelines, and company policies can clash with words that mean the most to many employees. Additionally, concepts like coded language and loaded position descriptions continue to uphold social constructs such as racism, ableism, sexism, and beyond. How do we stay true to our brand without perpetuating stereotypes and creating harm in the workplace?
This session will lead participants through an exploration of how we unintentionally reinforce social constructs with language, and how to end the practice at work. Together we will examine the impact of sanitized language in nonprofits, the ways in which it is most commonly used, and where the most meaningful adjustments should be made.
Learning outcomes:

Explore the most common ways dominant cultures use language and control narratives.
Examine the impact of sanitized language in the workplace, and where it shows up.
Extend the vocabulary commonly used at work, and replace unnecessary or outdated language.

Event Details
This virtual event will take place on the Zoom platform. Your access link will be emailed to you the day before the event after 12 p.m.
This session will be recorded. The recording will be made available to registrants for 14 days after the live event.
Captioning is provided automatically through Zoom. For information on requesting CART, ASL, or another accommodation, please visit our Registration Policies page.
To learn more about events, registration, and payment, visit our Event & Registration FAQ page.
Speaker Information
Ashley Oolman was born and raised in Minnesota, and is a wife and mom of 3. As a Black neurodivergent woman, leveraging differences to strengthen human connection was a means to both survival and healing. To her work with Allied Folk, she brings lived experience, multiple degrees, and an unwavering belief that we all have the power to change the future. Together with organizations and community partners, she co-creates spaces for exploration and re-learning, designed to advance equity, reconciliation, and ultimately, change. Ashley is operations director of equity and inclusion with the Minnesota Department of Human Services.

Understanding Cultural Differences: Intercultural Communication Styles
2023-10-24 10:30 - 12:30 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits.

Tuesday, October 24th, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM ET

Registration Fees: $45 for Members, $65 for Nonmembers. Please log into the Member Portal to find the member discount code, or email hilaria@dev.wvnpa.org.
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This workshop will help participants deepen their understanding of how culture influences different communication styles, which can often lead to misunderstanding and conflict. We will examine different intercultural communication styles and learn new strategies for identifying barriers to healthy communication and managing conflict in the workplace.
Event Details
This virtual event will take place on the Zoom platform. Your access link will be emailed to you the day before the event after 12 p.m.
This session will be recorded. The recording will be made available to registrants for 14 days after the live event.
Captioning is provided automatically through Zoom. For information on requesting CART, ASL, or another accommodation, please visit our Registration Policies page.
To learn more about events, registration, and payment, visit our Event & Registration FAQ page.
Speaker Information
Rebecca Slaby, executive director, leads AMAZEworks in working with schools, communities, and organizations to create equity and belonging for all. She gives workshops on Anti-Bias Education with a focus on cultural responsiveness, bias, identity, and stereotype threat and has co-authored two AMAZEworks curriculums. With an M.Ed. from DePaul University, she has 15 years of experience teaching middle school humanities/social studies and has worked with schools on issues of equity, inclusion, and justice on institutional, state, and regional levels. She has presented at Overcoming Racism, MEA, NAEYC, MnAEYC, Impact, and Minnesota Council of Nonprofits conferences and teaches courses on equity-based pedagogy at the University of Minnesota.

Building a Nonprofit Brand
2023-09-07 14:00 - 15:30 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by GrantStation.

Thursday, September 7th, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM ET

Registration Fees: $69 per person, $159 – between 2-10 people
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Is branding an afterthought for your nonprofit organization?
It shouldn’t be, because what people think about your nonprofit influences your ability to build capacity. Whether you’re trying to compete for funding, people, or donations, strong branding must be present.
But branding is much more than logo and look. Branding is the sum total of perceptions about what a nonprofit stands for, what it does, and how much social impact it is thought to achieve. And many new, emerging, or established organizations struggle with messaging and visuals.
During this webinar, Mindy Muller will help you ensure your organization’s forward face matches the value you provide behind the scenes.
You’ll learn:

the importance of branding and its relationship to controlling how others view your organization;
the eight building blocks of your brand;
the four steps you need to move forward with strong branding; and,
how to use your organization’s visual identity for greater social impact and tighter organizational cohesion.

This session is perfect for anyone who wants their organization to improve its messaging and visuals in order to have a greater impact on their community.

Date
Thursday, September 7, 2023 – 2 PM EDT

Duration
90 Minutes

Questions? Call
1-877-784-7268.

Presenter:
Mindy Muller is a social entrepreneur, founder and President/CEO of Community Development Professionals, LLC. With a passion to help nonprofits get organized and get funded, Mindy has authored more than 50 curricula on topics pertaining to nonprofit organizational development and has trained thousands of professionals representing community organizations across the United States and Canada. Mindy is a Certified Fund Raising Executive with a BA from Anderson University and an MS in Nonprofit Administration from Louisiana State University Shreveport.

The Low-Down on Executive Summaries and Letters of Inquiry
2023-09-06 14:00 - 15:30 | WV, United States
This session is offered by GrantStation.

Wednesday, September 6th, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM ET

Registration Fees: $69 per person, $159 – between 2-10 people
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Compact Proposals: What They Are, How to Write Them, and Why They Are Vital to Grant Success
How do you keep appeals “short and sweet,” while still making sure they are complete? This micro-course focuses on the skills needed to break down a large proposal and effectively communicate key information in the form of an executive summary or letter of inquiry. Join Marie Palacios to learn what donors are looking for in these “compact proposal” narratives and what should be reserved for the full proposal or in-person dialogue.
In this session you’ll learn:

the difference between an executive summary and a letter of inquiry;
key components of an executive summary and a letter of inquiry;
quick tips to make sure every sentence packs a punch and gets the donor’s attention; and,
helpful hints on what NOT to include in an executive summary or letter of inquiry.

Date
Wednesday, September 6, 2023 – 2 PM EDT

Duration
90 Minutes

Questions? Call
1-877-784-7268.

Presenter:

Marie Palacios, Lead Consultant for Funding for Good, is a native of Morganton, NC. She began her nonprofit experience as a volunteer while completing a community service project in college. During her freshman year at Lenoir-Rhyne University in Hickory, NC, Marie walked into a local nonprofit to volunteer with children and never left the field!
Over the past two decades, she has worn every hat imaginable in the nonprofit world: volunteer, board member, program director, executive director, and development consultant. Marie combines her experiences and expertise to help organizations grow for good. She is bilingual and uses her language skills to advocate for the Latino community, teach Spanish for Professionals courses, and offer consulting services in Spanish.
Her passions include program design, strategic planning, support for beginner nonprofits, board development, and fundraising.

(FREE) Nonprofit Recruitment: Attracting Top Talent
2023-08-29 14:00 - 15:00 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by GrantStation.

Tuesday, August 29th, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET

Registration Fees: FREE
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Finding the right team members can help your organization in numerous ways. Talented employees will bring expertise and skills that will help your organization grow and expand its impact.
However, recruiting employees and volunteers presents unique challenges. There is a lot of competition for top talent. Potential employees and volunteers are interviewing you just as much as you are interviewing them. Other times, it may feel like your pool of applicants isn’t quite aligned with the skill set and culture fit you’re searching for.
During this webinar, Autumn Joyce of Cultivate Advisors will show you how to brand your recruitment efforts properly. By actively considering your brand, mission, vision, and values when recruiting, you can help your organization attract top talent and increase its impact.
You’ll learn:

how to use the job description as a marketing tool so you can attract talented applicants;
how you can remove unnecessary barriers to entry; and,
how to stand out and recruit with empathy.

You’ll walk away with a new outlook when it comes to hiring, which will ensure you’re in a good position when the time comes to expand your team.
This webinar is perfect for any organization who desires to hire or retain talented employees and volunteers.

Date
Tuesday, August 29, 2023 – 2 PM EDT

Duration
60 Minutes

Questions? Call
1-877-784-7268.

Presenter:

Autumn Joyce is a Partner and Cohort Leader at Cultivate Advisors, where she serves as a coach and mentor for other advisors. To her clients, she is the trusted confidant and business ad
visor she wished for when she was an entrepreneur.
Autumn knows first-hand the hard work, commitment, and determination it takes to build and grow a business. As a top-producing business advisor, she helps her clients address obstacles by developing smart and actionable business strategies, preparing for challenges, and helping them avoid the pitfalls small business owners face in growth. She specializes in mentoring and growing leaders, strategic planning, talent recruitment, revenue generation and fundraising, and systems development.
Working with nonprofits, solopreneurs, B2B, B2C, and franchise owners, her clientele range from nationally recognized nonprofits to $25 million businesses employing 250 people.
She’s both a cheerleader and unwavering coach, celebrating weekly wins and initiating tough conversations so her clients can understand and solve the unique challenges of their businesses and nonprofit organizations.

Crafting a Process and Outcome Evaluation
2023-08-28 14:00 - 15:00 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by GrantStation.

Monday, August 28th, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM ET

Registration Fees: $39 per person, $99 per group of 2-10 people
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When writing your proposals, do you clearly demonstrate the impact of your work?
Providing the number of classes held or participants served is useful information, but it isn’t enough to satisfy most funders because funders want to know… “So what?”
What difference will your program make? How will it change people’s lives? And how will you measure those changes?
During this TargetED, Alice Ruhnke will show you how to use outcomes and indicators so you can answer a funder’s “So what?” question confidently.
You’ll learn:

what outcomes are and why they are an important piece of your proposal;
how to actually measure your outcomes using indicators;
how to create a process evaluation;
pros and cons of different measurement tools; and,
how you can establish an evaluation process.

You’ll leave ready to craft a proposal that clearly shows the difference your program will make in the lives of those you serve.
TargetEDs are designed with beginners in mind. This session contains 30 minutes of practical teaching and 15 minutes of Q&A with Alice. It’s perfect for any member of a nonprofit organization seeking to strengthen their proposal writing skills

Full participation in this webinar is applicable for 1.5 points in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.

Date
Monday, August 28, 2023 – 2 PM EDT

Duration
45 Minutes

Questions? Call
1-877-784-7268.

Presenter
Alice Ruhnke is the President of GrantStation. Having raised over $45 million from federal, state, and private grantmakers, she knows what it takes to get funded. As a former nonprofit program coordinator and director, and the Founder of The Grant Advantage, Alice has a deep understanding of the challenges that nonprofits face. Over the last 20 years she’s worked in the trenches with hundreds of nonprofit organizations to improve their capacity to raise funds. Alice is an author and educator with a passion to share her expertise. Her insightful trainings on grant proposal writing and development, community change models, service projects, and measuring outcomes have helped over 4,000 individuals positively impact their communities.

How to Use AI When Writing Grant Proposals
2023-08-23 14:00 - 15:30 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by GrantStation.

Wednesday, August 23rd, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM ET

Registration Fees: $69 per person, $159 per group of 2-10 people
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If your organization is similar to other nonprofits, a lack of time, staff, and resources is one of the greatest challenges you face when grantseeking.
Fortunately, you now have access to hundreds of AI tools which can save you time. In fact, these tools can potentially save you hours when writing your next proposal.
However, current AI tools cannot replace an effective proposal writer. Instead, they can be used as a well-trained assistant, which means you must understand their strengths and weaknesses in order to maximize their value. Otherwise, you may end up wasting time by submitting a poorly written proposal.
During this webinar, Alice Ruhnke and David Gates will show you how to use AI tools effectively when writing proposals. We’ll be joined by Phillip Deng, the CEO of Grantable, and Mike Chamberlain, the CEO of the Grant Professionals Association, who will share their unique insights into AI best practices and considerations for nonprofits.
You’ll learn:

how AI actually works, along with its strengths and weaknesses when it comes to proposal writing;
a 3-step process for effectively using an AI tool;
what research you need to complete prior to using AI tools;
how AI tools can help you answer questions found in an RFP;
the editing steps you need to take before submitting a proposal that was written with the assistance of AI tools;
myths and misconceptions about AI; and,
other AI tools to consider beyond ChatGPT.

This session will explore the proposal writing process while using ChatGPT as an assistant so you walk away ready to test out AI tools within your own organization. However, this is not a training on the best practices for ChatGPT. Specific skills related to ChatGPT (i.e. prompt engineering) are out of the scope of this webinar.
This session is perfect for any nonprofit staff member involved in the grantseeking process who is looking for ways to maximize the use of AI in their organization.

Full participation in this webinar is applicable for 1.5 points in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.

Date
Wednesday, August 23, 2023 – 2 PM EDT

Duration
90 Minutes

Questions? Call
1-877-784-7268.

Presenter:

Alice Ruhnke is the President of GrantStation. Having raised over $45 million from federal, state, and private grantmakers, she knows what it takes to get funded. As a former nonprofit program coordinator and director, and the Founder of The Grant Advantage, Alice has a deep understanding of the challenges that nonprofits face. Over the last 20 years she’s worked in the trenches with hundreds of nonprofit organizations to improve their capacity to raise funds. Alice is an author and educator with a passion to share her expertise. Her insightful trainings on grant proposal writing and development, community change models, service projects, and measuring outcomes have helped over 4,000 individuals positively impact their communities.

Maximizing Employee Retention Tax Refunds: Don't Leave Money on the Table!
2023-08-23 11:00 - 11:30 | Webinar, WV, United States
Wednesday, August 23rd, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Registration Fees: FREE
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Maximizing Employee Retention Tax Refunds: Don’t Leave Money on the Table!
Did you know your nonprofit organization could miss out on significant funds? The IRS offers refunds of up to $26,000 per employee for eligible nonprofits like yours! If your operations were partially or fully suspended due to government orders or if you experienced a significant revenue decrease during the COVID-19 pandemic, you could be leaving money on the table.
The West Virginia Nonprofit Association has partnered with First Nonprofit to bring you an exclusive event to help you explore your eligibility and maximize this fantastic opportunity. Join us for a concise and informative 30-minute “briefinar” on August 23rd!
Here’s what you can expect from the event:

Discover the potential refund amount your organization might qualify for.
Understand the eligibility criteria for nonprofits regarding government orders and revenue loss.
Learn about the reputable, vetted, and affordable services First Nonprofit provides to assist you with filing.
Gain insights and solutions from industry experts who will address your questions and concerns.

Let’s work together to maximize your nonprofit’s potential and seize the employee retention tax refund dollars that are rightfully yours! RSVP now to secure your spot at this invaluable “briefinar.” Hurry, as spaces are limited!
If you have any immediate questions, please feel free to reach out to Cheryl Jones at cjones@firstnonprofit.com. Get ready to maximize this opportunity and boost your nonprofit’s financial strength!
About the presenter:
Cheryl Jones, First Nonprofit
Cheryl Jones, Vice President, is responsible for growing First Nonprofit’s unemployment and ancillary programs that bring savings to their nonprofit clients through personal sales contacts and new business partnerships with state and national nonprofit associations while supporting their corporate and regional management teams.
Cheryl is an accomplished leader in the nonprofit community with over 25 years’ experience of working directly with nonprofits with an ability to open doors, make sales, and create long-term relationships. Cheryl also served on the boards of the CO and MN Nonprofit Associations’ insurance agency boards and carries a Life and Health insurance license as well as HIAA and LOMA designations.

Volunteer Management Training
2023-08-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by the Volunteer West Virginia

Wednesday August 16, 2023
Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Registration Fee: FREE
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We Want To Help Your Organization Grow!
This virtual training, hosted by Volunteer West Virginia, will cover volunteer management basics including creating strong volunteer positions, volunteer recruitment and volunteer retention.
Join us for this special two hour webinar on
Wednesday, August 16th from 1pm – 3pm.
To support all of the wonderful & hard working volunteer programs in the state, we have made this training FREE!

Supervising and Leading Others
2023-08-15 15:00 - 16:30 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by the Iowa Nonprofit Alliance

Tuesday, August 15, 2023
Time: 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm (ET)

Registration Fee: $25 WVNPA Members/ $50 not-yet-members (Members can find a promo code in the Members Only Portal)
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During this 90-minute course participants will gain the essential skills and knowledge necessary to effectively lead individuals and teams within their organizations. Geared towards new supervisors seeking to explore their personal leadership style, establish effective communication systems, and create a culture that drives engagement and success.
Effective conflict resolution, providing performance improvement feedback, and keys to successful delegation are a few of the topics to be discussed.
Presenter: Kim Stewart is a nonprofit business and leadership consultant, dedicated to making the world a better place by supporting the nonprofit sector. Having spent over 30-years as an organizational leader serving agencies of all sizes, Kim has a huge passion for this industry. In 2020, she decided to expand her reach and shifted from a staff role – serving one organization – to serving multiple agencies through her consulting.

Today Kim offers a wide variety of coaching, consulting, training and facilitation services. Her ultimate goal is to help organizations develop powerful, strategic governance boards that will produce long-lasting impact and success. Kim helps leaders get their business to a place where the mission/vision, values, goals, and every single staff and volunteer is aligned and moving in the same direction. By simplifying, aligning, and calming the chaos, leaders find more time to focus on what’s important to them.
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Meet the Corporate Grantmakers
2023-08-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is being offered in partnership between Philanthropy WV and the West Virginia Nonprofit Association
Tuesday, August 15th 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Registration Fees: FREE for Everyone
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Attendees of this webinar will learn how to build relationships with corporate volunteer programs and apply for corporate funding and sponsorship. Hear from corporate partners: George Gannon with Toyota, Ellen Rossi with EQT, and Marlo Long with Truist. To be sure your questions will be answered be sure to submit them ahead of time either during registration or by emailing hilaria@dev.wvnpa.org.

5 Nonprofit HR Strategies to Have on Your Radar
2023-08-08 12:30 - 13:30 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by the Iowa Nonprofit Alliance

Tuesday, August 8, 2023
Time: 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm (ET)

Registration Fee: $25 WVNPA Members/ $50 not-yet-members (Members can find a promo code in the Members Only Portal)
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In this session, HR expert, Skye Mercer will talk about the 5 big issues facing nonprofit leaders right now, including recruiting employees and volunteers, implementing skills-first hiring, developing inclusive workplace practices, prioritizing people-leadership training, and being aware of new federal compliance requirements.
At the end of the hour, you’ll have an understanding of the HR trends facing nonprofits and strategies for recruiting and retaining the best employees and volunteers.

Discuss the top 5 HR trends impacting nonprofits in 2023 and what to do about them.
Identify strategies for increasing employee retention and performance.
Receive HR foundational resources for collecting employee feedback, auditing your handbook, and onboarding people-leaders.

Presenter: Skye Mercer is an eastern Iowa-based, certified HR Consultant with over 20 years of experience, including both in-house and consultative HR experience with nonprofits. Skye works with nonprofits all over the US providing on-demand HR advice, monthly retainer HR consulting, employee handbooks, and leadership training. Skye supports nonprofit leaders with people-centered, equitable, and compliant HR practices to create organizational cultures where employees want to stay and do their best work. Learn more about Skye or schedule a complimentary discovery call at www.skyehrconsulting.com.

ABC's of 501c3's - Nonprofit Financials
2023-08-02 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, WV, United States
Wednesday, August 2nd, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Registration Fees: FREE for WVNPA Members, $10 for nonmembers (this is the first in a series of 5 sessions, save $10 by registering for all 5 today!)
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The Art of the Ask
2023-07-27 13:30 - 15:00 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by the Common Good Vermont.

Date: July 27, 2023
Time: 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm

Registration Fee: $40 Please note, the registration fees are the same for members and nonmembers. Please be sure to include WVNPA as the Referring State Nonprofit Association in your registration.
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This webinar is part of Nonprofit Summer Camp! Register for the full series and save HERE.
Over the course of the training, we’ll work with board & staff members to increase their comfort and skill in fundraising. In this hands-on and engaging workshop, board & staff members will learn a variety of tips and tricks that reduce fundraising fear and discomfort and increase board involvement and effectiveness in fundraising. We’ll cover:

Why people give: The psychology of fundraising
Cycle of fundraising model
Developing your message
Making the ask
Identifying prospects

About the Trainer:
Katherine Sims: With over fifteen years in nonprofit development, Katherine Sims (she/her) builds comprehensive fundraising strategies that empower small and mid-sized nonprofits to hone their systems and grow their impact. As both a practitioner and a consultant, Katherine has raised millions of dollars for organizations large and small. Katherine is committed to social change, equity & building a more just world for all.

Data on the Brain
2023-07-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by TGKVF

Thursday, July 27, 2023
Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Registration Fee: FREE
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Are you wrestling with numbers and wondering how to justify the impact of your work? Do you get lost in the maze of performance measures, evidence and evaluation, and impact lingo? Unless you are a data scientist, you’ve probably wished for a translator for data, research, and evaluation so that you can demonstrate the difference your organization makes in the community. Join Blockwell Consulting and The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation as we learn why good data is important, clarify common points of confusion, and share data resources that you can use right away in your publications, grant applications, and talking points. Let’s work together to put data to work for West Virginia communities! This 90-minute virtual workshop will provide content and opportunities to workshop your data problems, ideate how to solve them, and build your foundational knowledge. Join if want to develop your data know-how or are just curious, and you’ll walk away with a few new ideas for sourcing and utilizing data in your work.

About Blockwell Consulting, LLC

At Blockwell Consulting, LLC (BWC) we provide data analysis and support you can rely on to tell a powerful store.

Megan Gall, PhD

Blockwell Principal and CEO

Heather Foster

Blockwell Managing Partner

Grant Writing 101
2023-07-27 09:30 - 11:00 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by the Common Good Vermont.

Date: July 27, 2023
Time: 9:30 am – 11:30 am

Registration Fee: $40 Please note, the registration fees are the same for members and nonmembers. Please be sure to include WVNPA as the Referring State Nonprofit Association in your registration.
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This webinar is part of Nonprofit Summer Camp! Register for the full series and save HERE.
Learn how to find, write and manage grants that get funded. Whether you’re a beginner seeking to acquire the techniques to research and draft grant-winning proposals for various funders or an experienced grant writer looking to polish existing skills and receive updates about funding trends, this workshop has something for everyone.
About the Trainer:
Katherine Sims: With over fifteen years in nonprofit development, Katherine Sims (she/her) builds comprehensive fundraising strategies that empower small and mid-sized nonprofits to hone their systems and grow their impact. As both a practitioner and a consultant, Katherine has raised millions of dollars for organizations large and small. Katherine is committed to social change, equity & building a more just world for all.

Structural Planning: Structure is Strategy!
2023-07-25 14:30 - 16:00 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by the Iowa Nonprofit Alliance

Tuesday, July 25, 2023
Time: 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm (ET)

Registration Fee: $25 WVNPA Members/ $50 not-yet-members (Members can find a promo code in the Members Only Portal)
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This session is intended for leaders of emerging and established organizations who wish to explore how the myriad structures within their organizations impact its leadership in terms of governance, administration, and direct service or product delivery.

Oftentimes the word “structure” itself conveys a sense of permanence or rigidity. Structures can be passed on from one generation of board and staff leaders to the next. While organizations routinely engage in strategic planning, we rarely hear about the need for structural planning.

This fun, fast-paced, session is designed to raise our awareness and knowledge of our organizational structures, as well as engage participants in reimagining the structures that best serve the purposes of their organizations.

Presenter: The Larned A. Waterman Iowa Nonprofit Resource Center at the University of Iowa has been serving Iowa’s nonprofit sector for nearly a quarter of a century. Speaker Paul Thelen directs the Center where in FY 2023, they served over 750 organizations across Iowa on projects varying in both duration and complexity. Along with three additional full-time staff, he is joined this summer by eight outstanding research associates. Paul teaches a set of popular graduate courses focused on nonprofit organizations at the University. He also serves as Vice President of the Iowa Nonprofit Alliance.

Introduction to Storytelling
2023-07-20 13:30 - 15:00 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by the Common Good Vermont.

Date: July 20, 2023
Time: 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm

Registration Fee: $40 Please note, the registration fees are the same for members and nonmembers. Please be sure to include WVNPA as the Referring State Nonprofit Association in your registration.
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This webinar is part of Nonprofit Summer Camp! Register for the full series and save HERE.
Stories are a powerful tool to help people connect with each other, develop understanding, communicate information, advocate for change, or spur people to act. Learn how to develop and share your story or your organization’s story. This online workshop introduces the core concepts and structure of story, the value of story, as well as how and why to create a culture of storytelling within your organization.
About the Trainer:
Becky Holt, Executive Director of Vermont Story Lab: Becky began her career in journalism, where she was an award-winning newspaper and online editor for 20 years. She then spent a decade as a nonprofit development and communications director. Since 2016, Becky has helped nonprofit organizations, businesses, and individuals (youth and adults) learn how to share their stories through interactive workshops, personalized trainings, and one-on-one coaching. Becky is also an adjunct at Champlain College, teaching in the professional writing and business programs.

Engaging Board Members: Nonprofit Board Annual Calendars and Effective Meeting Agendas
2023-07-20 11:30 - 13:00 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by the Common Good Vermont.

Date: July 20, 2023
Time: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Registration Fee: $40 Please note, the registration fees are the same for members and nonmembers. Please be sure to include WVNPA as the Referring State Nonprofit Association in your registration.
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This webinar is part of Nonprofit Summer Camp! Register for the full series and save HERE.
Nonprofit boards have limited time together throughout the year, yet have the big responsibility of providing oversight and governance to the organization. Creating and using an annual calendar can help nonprofit boards fulfill their “must do” oversight and governance responsibilities, while also providing clarity of roles and actions for current and new members. During this session, Sarah will provide an overview of what could and should be included in a board annual calendar, how to create and use one, and how to translate the calendar into meeting agendas. This session will be participatory, so bring your best practices and questions!
About the Trainer:
Sarah Henshaw: Leaves of Change VT Founder, Sarah Henshaw, brings over 20 years of working in partnerships with nonprofits/ non-government organizations, communities, and humans in both an international and US setting. Sarah started her career as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Nicaragua, where her commitment to local communities was sparked. Through collaboration with communities and organizations in over 20 countries, including the United States, Sarah has seen the power of people and organizations to change to fulfill their dreams and thrive. Sarah has been on multiple nonprofit boards, including large international and local VT ones, and is currently ending her term as the Board Chair for Clarina Howard Nichols Center in Lamoille, and starting her term as Board Chair on the Green Mountain Support Services board. She’s worked with over 25 boards in various capacities, including board development and facilitating retreats. Sarah lives and works in beautiful Stowe, VT, balancing being an avid outdoors woman, mother, and change-maker.

ABC's of 501c3's - CANCELLED
2023-07-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, WV, United States
Wednesday, July 19th, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Registration Fees: FREE for WVNPA Members, $10 for nonmembers (this is the first in a series of 5 sessions, save $10 by registering for all 5 today!)
Please note, this session has been canceled. We look forward to having you join us for our final session on Nonprofit Financials.

Building Inclusive Benefits Packages
2023-07-13 13:30 - 15:00 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by the Common Good Vermont.

Date: July 13, 2023
Time: 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm

Registration Fee: $40 Please note, the registration fees are the same for members and nonmembers. Please be sure to include WVNPA as the Referring State Nonprofit Association in your registration.
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This webinar is part of Nonprofit Summer Camp! Register for the full series and save HERE.
Join this session where you will learn about which benefits to consider that could help your organization stay competitive when hiring, keep your staff engaged and serve employees from ALL identity backgrounds. We will discuss:

Equitable benefits for LGBTQIA+ staff members
Benefits best practices
Overall benefits trends in the non-profit sector

About the Trainer:
Nautrie Jones, Edgility Consulting: Nautrie Jones is a strategic visionary and architect of organizational development and learning strategies that heighten competitive advantage and ignite cultural transformations. She has nearly 20 years of solid expertise serving educational and business entities, leaders, students, parents, and communities. She started her career with Atlanta Public Schools in Atlanta, Georgia, and served in various leadership roles in which she successfully helped elevate teaching standards and Performance that led to increased student achievement. These accomplishments earned her esteemed recognition on TNTP’s Honor Roll for the Fishman Prize for Excellence in Teaching and Teacher of the Year Award.
Nautrie later transitioned into work with Teach for America where she led the team responsible for teacher support and development in Atlanta, Georgia. Through that work, Nautrie established herself as a people leader who created the conditions for team members to thrive in their roles. That’s when she decided to join the Edgility team as a Principal Consultant. In this role, she is able to work with leaders who are committed to taking actionable steps to recruit and retain their talent with equity at the center of their decisions.
Ms. Jones is very passionate about personal development and believes that everyone has the capacity to reach their greatest potential. She is a role model for others and her authentic leadership and strength of character are infectious. Nautrie lives just north of Atlanta (Roswell), in Georgia with her husband and two children. Together, they spend lots of time watching soccer, playing the latest family board games or hanging out on their back porch listening to music. She also spends time watching the latest binge worthy TV shows and catching up with friends and family.

Succession Planning: How to Prepare for your Next Leader
2023-07-13 11:30 - 13:00 | Webinar, WV, United States
This session is offered by the Common Good Vermont.

Date: July 13, 2023
Time: 9:30 am – 11:30 am

Registration Fee: $40 Please note, the registration fees are the same for members and nonmembers. Please be sure to include WVNPA as the Referring State Nonprofit Association in your registration.
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This webinar is part of Nonprofit Summer Camp! Register for the full series and save HERE.
With a large amount of organizations seeing changes at the leadership level post-Covid, being prepared to weather a leadership change is vital to maintain operations and support staff. During this this time, Nautrie will discuss the key pieces to begin your preparation, explore your organization’s readiness for transition and leave you with clear next steps that invite you to do the following:

Assess the state of your organization
Identify key priorities (short and long term) needed for succession planning
Leverage the support inside and outside of your organization

About the Trainer:
Nautrie Jones, Edgility Consulting: Nautrie Jones is a strategic visionary and architect of organizational development and learning strategies that heighten competitive advantage and ignite cultural transformations. She has nearly 20 years of solid expertise serving educational and business entities, leaders, students, parents, and communities. She started her career with Atlanta Public Schools in Atlanta, Georgia, and served in various leadership roles in which she successfully helped elevate teaching standards and Performance that led to increased student achievement. These accomplishments earned her esteemed recognition on TNTP’s Honor Roll for the Fishman Prize for Excellence in Teaching and Teacher of the Year Award.
Nautrie later transitioned into work with Teach for America where she led the team responsible for teacher support and development in Atlanta, Georgia. Through that work, Nautrie established herself as a people leader who created the conditions for team members to thrive in their roles. That’s when she decided to join the Edgility team as a Principal Consultant. In this role, she is able to work with leaders who are committed to taking actionable steps to recruit and retain their talent with equity at the center of their decisions.
Ms. Jones is very passionate about personal development and believes that everyone has the capacity to reach their greatest potential. She is a role model for others and her authentic leadership and strength of character are infectious. Nautrie lives just north of Atlanta (Roswell), in Georgia with her husband and two children. Together, they spend lots of time watching soccer, playing the latest family board games or hanging out on their back porch listening to music. She also spends time watching the latest binge worthy TV shows and catching up with friends and family.
