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| Word of Mouth Marketing and Georgia Nonprofits Today! By Peter Waldheim, Senior Strategist for WOMMA Learn more about the future of word of mouth marketing and the impact that it can have on your nonprofit organization. WOMMA (Word of Mouth Marketing Association) will be presenting at the Georgia Nonprofit Summit. Read the entire article here. >> |
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Learn more about Nonprofit University and check out the full course catalog here. Courses are added frequently – so check the catalogue for updates! Class Spotlight: How Do You Start this Volunteer Management Thing Anyway? Tuesday, 3/25/2008 - Marty Atherton Are you new to paid volunteer management? Do not know where to start? Did you know that most of the things you need have already been invented? This will benefit those who need to know where to recruit volunteers, how to screen them, etc. Class Spotlight: Human Resources- Nonprofit Incorporation- Set Up a Successful 501C Wednesday, 3/26/2008 - John Eaton This class is a indepth instruction on the various areas and the inner workings of a non-profit. We will provide an overview of the non-profit sector and an introduction to the essential elements of a well-managed nonprofit. Below is a sample of individual courses being offered now (for the full schedule go to: www.gcn.org).
There is currently work underway on a new Information Technology track (within Nonprofit University) that will eventually lead to an "essentials" certificate program in this important nonprofit functional area. To help ensure we design/develop the right sequence of courses, GCN and our IT team invite you to participate in a brief survey that will help us tailor this class to fit your needs. Please take a few minutes to take the survey here before March 31st, to contribute toward this exciting effort.
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Save the Date for the 18th Annual Georgia Nonprofit Summit from May 5 – 6th at the Hyatt Regency in Atlanta, Georgia.
Two days of thought provoking workshops, inspiring keynote speakers, complimentary consulting clinics with seasoned experts in their field, networking opportunities and much, much more! For more information and to register online, go here. The early bird discount expires April 1, 2008. The Atlanta Nonprofit Professionals April Career Growth Event Date and Time: Monday, April 14, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Location: Hands On Atlanta 600 Means St., Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30318 Click Here for directions. Topic: Advancing Your Career Through Distance Learning Being successful in the non-profit world requires continually sharpening and expanding your knowledge and skill set. Whether you are interested in advancing your current non-profit career or entering the non-profit world for the first time, distance learning will allow you to develop the skills, the knowledge and the expertise to position yourself as the ideal candidate for the career of your choice. Speaker:Dr. William J. Wepfer, Chair of the Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology; Former Vice Provost for Distance Learning and Professional Education. Click here for more information on our speaker. R.S.V.P. for this event here. The Atlanta Nonprofit Professionals April Social Networking Event Date and Time: Thursday April 17, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Location: The Albert 918 Austin Avenue Atlanta, GA 30307 404-872-4990 Complimentary Parking Available in the lot and on the street. Join ANP this month at local Inman Park neighborhood restaurant and bar, The Albert. The Albert serves up great drinks and food in a cozy, inviting atmosphere. We invite you for complimentary appetizers and lots of networking with fellow non-profit professionals. Be sure to bring plenty of business cards! R.S.V.P. for this event here. Did you know the number once source of D&O claims against nonprofits is alleged wrongful acts in an employment relationship? Directors' & Officers' (D&O) insurance policies are designed to protect against claims alleging harm attributable to the governance or management of an organization. Most policies do not list specific types of covered claims. Instead, they cover "wrongful acts," a term that may be very broadly defined. The definition of wrongful act may include actual and alleged acts, errors and omissions, misleading statements, and neglect or breach of duty (i.e. fiduciary). For further information regarding D&O insurance or to schedule a complimentary risk management assessment, contact the Georgia Center for Nonprofits at 678.916.3016 (or cw.copeland@gcn.org) The Bank of America Charitable Foundation is pleased to announce the Neighborhood Excellence Initiative™, an exciting program designed to recognize and encourage the many organizations and individuals making a positive impact within the community. To learn more about the awards and how to apply, go here. Arts Loan Fund The Arts Loan Fund, a program of The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta and the Metropolitan Atlanta Arts Fund, helps nonprofit arts organizations meet short term capital needs by providing loans. The Loan Fund allows organizations to weather times of short-term cash crisis, seize immediate growth opportunities that require some investment or maintain steady operations while waiting for pledged public or private grant funds or other verifiable sources of funds to come in. Because of its year-round accessibility and quick approval process, it serves as a valuable source of alternative short-term financing for organizations that typically juggle cyclical grant payments and seasonal ticket sales. In most cases, applicants will be notified of the decision on their application within two weeks. Non-profit arts organizations with at least three years' operating experience can apply for loans to meet their need for short-term liquidity without sacrificing long-term capital investments. To learn more visit: www.MetroAtlantaArtsFund.org or contact Sandy Kring, Administrator, at 404-526-1130 or artsloanfund@atlcf.org Atlanta Aids Partnership Please join us at the next Atlanta AIDS Partnership Fund Megacommunity meeting to keep pushing our vision forward and making sure your voice is heard in shaping our community. Third Megacommunity Meeting Monday, March 31, 2008, 9:00 am – noon Episcopal Church of the Holy Cross 2005 South Columbia Place, Decatur, GA 30032 RSVP to aidsleadership@atlcf.org by Friday, March 14th. If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Jamey Rousey at jrousey@aidsfundatlanta.org or at 404-276-7290 or Sherrie Clark at sclark@atlcf.org or at 404-588-3181. Healthcare Georgia Foundation and the Georgia Center for Nonprofits: April 4, 2008 application deadline In keeping with its dedication to supporting nonprofit healthcare organizations that serve Georgia's communities, the Healthcare Georgia Foundation is partnering once again with the Georgia Center for Nonprofits in delivering a capacity-building program across the state. This is an opportunity for organizations to participate in a process of organizational assessment. Learn about your organization without using funds from your operational budget. This voluntary assessment program, a $3500 value, will be provided at no cost to the nonprofits selected to participate. For more information contact Tiffany Jones McCrary, professional services manager at the Georgia Center for Nonprofits, at tjm@gcn.org. IRA Rollover News from Independent Sector Shortly before leaving for a two-week spring recess, the Senate incorporated into the FY 2009 Budget Resolution the Dorgan/Snowe amendment (# 4199) on reinstating expired tax relief. We now focus on the conference committee between the House and Senate to attempt to keep the pro-IRA rollover language in the final version of the budget resolution. Read more here. Imagine having your nonprofit organization's events, in-kind donation needs, volunteer opportunities, and more, visible and searchable on high-traffic websites. Imagine millions of monthly visitors reading articles about causes—and seeing links to your nonprofit right alongside them. Learn all about how a free service can put your nonprofit in front of millions of potential donors, volunteers, and advocates, by attending one of several "sneak peek" events presented in Atlanta on April 15th and 16th and online - get details and reserve your seat by visiting here. |
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