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SUMMARY:March 2016 Luncheon Speaker - Jack Kaplan\, United Way of Metropolitan Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Join Fox West Philanthropy Network for its quarterly luncheon to network and hear from our speaker\, Jack Kaplan\, as he discusses how the state got to this point and how it has affected human service agencies and their delivery of programs/services. Mr. Kaplan will also highlight the results from the third United Way of Illinois state budget impasse survey and discuss prospects for a resolution. \nMr. Kaplan is the director of public policy and advocacy for United Way of Metropolitan Chicago and United Way of Illinois\, the association of 52 local United Ways serving the state.  He leads the United Way’s efforts to engage federal\, state and local policy makers in the intersections between government and private philanthropy. \nRSVP to sjtaylor1954@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://givingdupage.org/nonprofitnewsroom/march-2016-luncheon-speaker-jack-kaplan-united-way-of-metropolitan-chicago/
LOCATION:Elgin Community College\,                       1700 Spartan Drive\,                       Elgin\, IL\, 60123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Announcements,Professional Development,Training
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SUMMARY:Are you the Perfect Board Member? What You Need to Know\, In Order to Lead and Govern– NIU Civic Leadership Academy & Giving DuPage
DESCRIPTION:Giving DuPage is proud to announce our partnership with the Civic Leadership Academy at Northern Illinois University. Giving DuPage member partners will be invited to an accredited and nationally-recognized certificate program and have access to discounted course rates as a benefit of being a Giving DuPage partner. Courses will be centered on professional development\, organizational efficiency\, and informed leadership. View HERE the full list of courses. \nWorkshop: \nAre the right people driving your bus?\nBoard development is an ongoing process that ensures the Board has the knowledge\, skills\, and experience necessary to effectively meet the governance\, functional\, and expert needs of the organization. Board development is an investment in money\, time and talent. The right mix of people with a passion for the purpose can advance the organization to greater success.\nDon’t have the Board members you need to serve the organization and can’t keep the great ones you have recruited? Building a strong and reliable nonprofit Board of Directors is no easy task\, but leveraging simple best practices and innovative strategies can mean the difference between an engaged\, effective Board of Directors and a social club with minimal leadership. There are new strategies and vehicles for recruiting Board members and concrete steps your organization can take to set up the Board\, and your nonprofit\, for success. This workshop is designed for both nonprofits recruiting Board members and individuals looking to join Boards.\nThe workshop will address common Board governance\, voting and procedural issues\, as well as an exploration of those issues generally encountered by Boards in operating under the Open Meetings Act and the Freedom of Information Act\, using practical examples and decisions issued by the Illinois Public Access Counselor in the Office of the Attorney General. \nObjectives \n\nGain an understanding of the requirements for awarding construction and professional services contracts for public improvement projects\nUnderstand the basic requirements of competitive bidding\nUnderstand the request for proposal process\nLearn the statutory requirements associated with public construction projects\n\nFor more information and to register\, visit: NIU Civic Leadership Academy
URL:https://givingdupage.org/nonprofitnewsroom/are-you-the-perfect-board-member-what-you-need-to-know-in-order-to-lead-and-govern-niu-civic-leadership-academy-giving-dupage/
LOCATION:DuPage County Family Center\, 422 N. County Farm Road \, Wheaton\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Announcements,Professional Development,Training
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160307T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T022919
CREATED:20160225T192554Z
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Checkup #1 Know Your Numbers: People - NIU Civic Leadership Academy & Giving DuPage
DESCRIPTION:Giving DuPage is proud to announce our partnership with the Civic Leadership Academy at Northern Illinois University. Giving DuPage member partners will be invited to an accredited and nationally-recognized certificate program and have access to discounted course rates as a benefit of being a Giving DuPage partner. Courses will be centered on professional development\, organizational efficiency\, and informed leadership. View HERE the full list of courses. \nWorkshop: \nStaff\, volunteers and Board members are all important human resources to nonprofit organizations. Determine if you are utilizing them effectively and planning for tomorrow. This workshop is for volunteers including Board members as well staff. Evaluate your organization in terms of its ability to get the right people to advance your organization forward including recruitment\, training\, retention and evaluation of Board members\, volunteers and staff. Is your organization reflective of the community you serve? Do you have a succession plan in place? How can technology solutions improve human resource management? This workshop provides answers to these questions and more. \nObjectives \n\nEvaluate your organization’s overall human resources needs\nEvaluate your Board’s capacity\, skills and leadership\nEffective recruitment strategies for Board members and staff\n\nFor more information and to register\, visit: NIU Civic Leadership Academy
URL:https://givingdupage.org/nonprofitnewsroom/nonprofit-checkup-1-know-your-numbers-people-niu-civic-leadership-academy-giving-dupage/
LOCATION:DuPage County Family Center\, 422 N. County Farm Road \, Wheaton\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Announcements,Professional Development,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160223T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160309T170000
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SUMMARY:United Way Partner Awards Program
DESCRIPTION:The United Way Partner Awards Program recognizes our extraordinary supporters who go above and beyond\, setting the bar for what it means to LIVE UNITED. Corporate Partners can apply for multiple awards\, but will be eligible to win one Pillar (Corporate Philanthropy\, Leadership Giving\, Tocqueville & Volunteerism). In order to qualify for top corporate honor\, the Community Spirit Award\, you must complete an application for each of the four Pillars. \nApplications are due March 9\, 2015 at 5:00 PM \nFor more information and to apply\, visit: United Way
URL:https://givingdupage.org/nonprofitnewsroom/united-way-partner-awards-program/
CATEGORIES:Announcements,Professional Development,Training
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SUMMARY:2017 Community Celebrities - Points of Light & HandsOn Network
DESCRIPTION:For the last five years\, the Cabot Community Celebrity Award has honored the powerful achievements and contributions of select volunteers. Together with Points of Light and HandsOn Network\, they celebrate those who have dedicated their hearts and time with little thought of personal recognition and rewarded them with a trip of a lifetime. They’ll be identifying the 2017 Community Celebrities who join us for an amazing week-long Alaskan cruise. \nNomination period ends May 2\, 2016\, and a winner will be chosen and notified by email or phone\, by May 31\, 2016. \nPresented by the Farm Families who own Cabot\, the winning nominee will join dozens of other volunteers from organizations all across the nation on the 2017 Cabot Community Celebrity Cruise aboard the Celebrity Solstice. \nFor more information and to nominate a volunteer\, visit: Points of Light
URL:https://givingdupage.org/nonprofitnewsroom/2017-community-celebrities-points-of-light-handson-network/
CATEGORIES:Announcements,Professional Development,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160218T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160218T100000
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SUMMARY:Mastering Work and Life Balance
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by WSPN\, this workshop is designed to help you find your personal balance before you go over the edge! Michelle Sherbun\, certified coach and nonprofit management coach for more than 30 years\, will share her own successes and challenges in finding that balance\, supply meaningful tools\, and engage us in discussions intended to help each of us find our personal and unique rhythm with life. Sherbun has helped dozens of nonprofit leaders surpass fundraising goals and overcome management challenges\, and partnered with donors and non-profit leaders to achieve personal and professional ambitions. She has led numerous management and fund development workshops. She continues to study and work in the area of leadership development and creative problem solving\, introducing her clients to new techniques for approaching challenges and preparing for change. \nFor more information and to REGISTER\, please visit: West Suburban Philanthropic Network \nWSPN Members- Free \nGuests – $20
URL:https://givingdupage.org/nonprofitnewsroom/mastering-work-and-life-balance/
LOCATION:Mayslake Peabody Estate\, 1717 W 31st St\, Oakbrook\, IL\, 60523\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160210T130000
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SUMMARY:7 Things You Need to Know About Volunteer Background Checks in 2016
DESCRIPTION:This webinar reveals key findings from our recent research\, Volunteer Screening Trends & Best Practices Report: 2016\, to give you a deeper understanding of:\n•What the biggest screening misperceptions are – and the sad truth about “super” searches\n•Who and when you should be screening\n•How to get the highest quality screens without spending a fortune\n•How leveraging your screening tools can make recruiting volunteers easier and less expensive \nFor more information\, and to REGISTER\, visit: Verified Volunteers
URL:https://givingdupage.org/nonprofitnewsroom/7-things-you-need-to-know-about-volunteer-background-checks-in-2016/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T022919
CREATED:20160205T160100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T162604Z
UID:16261-1455105600-1455109200@givingdupage.org
SUMMARY:Amplify Your Brand
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will help senior leaders and board members\, as well as marketing\, communications\, and development teams\, understand how to identify their brand promise\, communicate that promise to staff\, and ensure enduring engagement and advocacy. The topic and content will be most useful to senior leadership and board members\, as well as marketing\, communications\, and development staff for mid-sized to large organizations. \nFor more information and to REGISTER\, visit: 4 Good
URL:https://givingdupage.org/nonprofitnewsroom/amplify-your-brand/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160129T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160129T133000
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CREATED:20160112T164020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160112T164030Z
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SUMMARY:6 Keys to Deepen Donor Communication in Good Times...and Bad
DESCRIPTION:The Donor Motivation Program is hosting the Lunch and Learn Planned Giving workshop titled ‘the 6 Keys to Deepen Donor Communication in good Times…and Bad’ \nFriday\, January 29\, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. \nLunch and Session are Free! \nYou’ll Walk Away With: \n\nThe 7-Step Donor Communication Plan\nthe 6 Keys to Deepen Donor Communication\nthe Simple Strategies to Get Your Donor Messages Red\nPlanned Giving Insights from the latest NonProfit times Donor Survey\nWhat to say to donors during times of economic and sociaetal uncertainty\nThe easiest and most effective donor communication tool\nAnd much more!\n\nTo REGISTER\, email or call Leslie at 630.897.0333 ext.237\, leslie@motivateyourdonors.com
URL:https://givingdupage.org/nonprofitnewsroom/6-keys-to-deepen-donor-communication-in-good-times-and-bad/
LOCATION:Cruz Investments Training Room\, 605 N. Broadway; Lower Level\, Aurora\, 60505\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T022919
CREATED:20160119T205042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T163135Z
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SUMMARY:Storytelling in 2016 - 5 Things Your Nonprofit Should Do Differently
DESCRIPTION:Did your organization tell stories in 2015? Did you get the result you hoped for? \nNow that it’s January\, it’s time for a fresh start to storytelling. \nIn this webinar hosted by Bloomerang\, Vanessa Chase will cover the five things that nonprofit organizations should be doing differently when it comes to non-profit storytelling. You’ll learn about the best opportunities for storytelling\, plus easy strategies that your organization can take advantage of in 2016. \nFor more information and to REGISTER\, visit: Bloomerang
URL:https://givingdupage.org/nonprofitnewsroom/storytelling-in-2016-5-things-your-nonprofit-should-do-differently/
LOCATION:test\, 1231 Leverenz Rd.\, Naperville\, IL\, 60564\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160121T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160121T090000
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CREATED:20160107T192825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160107T192825Z
UID:15881-1453361400-1453366800@givingdupage.org
SUMMARY:Creating a Donor Communications Plan - WSPN
DESCRIPTION:According to many\, the number one reason why donors stop supporting organizations is that they “no longer feel personally connected.” A lack of compelling communications is often the result of no plan or strategy to execute it and while donor attrition is a fact of life\, it doesn’t have to be accepted.\nIndustry data and conversations with nonprofit executives and staff show retention is one of the top problems development professionals face. We’re all too familiar with statistics like “for every 100 donors acquired\, nonprofits lose nearly the same number yearly.” But you’re not condemned to standing still forever.\nThis presentation will help attendees better understand how to advance donor relationships via a well-thought out donor communications plan based on a comprehensive foundation of data analytics and fundraising philosophy. \nFor more information and to REGISTER\, visit: WSPN
URL:https://givingdupage.org/nonprofitnewsroom/creating-a-donor-communications-plan-wspn/
LOCATION:Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce\, 55 S Main St\, Ste 375\, Conf Rm A\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T022919
CREATED:20160111T152315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T163543Z
UID:15941-1452600000-1452603600@givingdupage.org
SUMMARY:You Oughta Be in Pictures: How Infographics Show Impact
DESCRIPTION:Network for Good hosts the How Infographics Show Impact webinar! \nIn our increasingly visual world\, huge blocks of text go unread. That’s why your nonprofit needs an infographic. Whether it’s a snappy graph to make your outcomes look outstanding or eye-catching iconography that showcases services\, infographics can present your data in a way that begs to be shared. In this webinar\, we’ll use real-world examples to demonstrate how nonprofits can use infographics to tell stories\, highlight key facts\, and motivate donors. \nFor more information and to REGISTER\, visit: Network for Good
URL:https://givingdupage.org/nonprofitnewsroom/you-oughta-be-in-pictures-how-infographics-show-impact/
LOCATION:test\, 1231 Leverenz Rd.\, Naperville\, IL\, 60564\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Training
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