SESSION 3 OF 3: FUNDRAISING COMMUNICATION ESSENTIALS: AN ACTION-ORIENTED WORKSHOP SERIES TO LEVEL-UP YOUR FUNDRAISING SUCCESS (3-part series: Prerequisites: Session 1 : October 7 , Marble House, 102 West Park Street, Lee, MA, and Session 2: October 14, via Zoom) Fundraising Communication Essentials Part 3 This 2-hour Zoom session will be interactive with opportunities for both individual and
NONPROFIT DIGITAL MARKETING 101: HOW TO CONSISTENTLY USE SOCIAL MEDIA TO REACH YOUR AUDIENCE In this three-hour interactive and hands-on workshop, participants will… Learn what social media channels are right for their nonprofit Define their audiences Optimize their profiles and bios Practice planning and scheduling posts Understand the basics of brand and how to consistently
BOARD TRAINING SESSION 3: BOARD MEETINGS & BEST PRACTICES BOARD TRAINING SERIES (Sessions 1 & 2 NOT a requirement to attend this webinar) (3-part series includes one in-person workshop on September 13 and two Zoom webinars on September 28 & October 25) This series of three workshops is designed to prepare talented community members for board service. Suitable new
With more than 30,000 nonprofits in Massachusetts, competition for funding is high. How does one get a leg up? This introductory program is ideal for fundraisers who are new to the grant process or who would like to refresh their skills. Topics covered will include determining if your organization is grant-ready; key databases and resources;
This workshop is aimed at small organizations with little to no experience in submitting grant applications, or those who have tried unsuccessfully to obtain grants. What does it take to qualify for grant funding? Where is the best place to start? In this workshop, we’ll talk about… What grantmakers are looking for Evaluating different types
SESSION 2 OF 3: UP FROM THE GRASSROOTS: BUILD A STRONGER BOARD, RAISE MORE MONEY (3-part series, Session 1 -Prerequisite: September 16, Hotel on North and Session 3: December 2, via Zoom) With Leading Consultants Robert Osborne & Andy Robinson Note: Content of this webinar will be determined by the participants of Session #1 based on their needs
This is a joint program for funders and nonprofits. Additionally, this session could apply to all funders and nonprofits regardless of a direct connection to democracy work. Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement (PACE)’s Civic Language Perceptions Project seeks to understand peoples’ perceptions of the language associated with civic engagement and democracy work. In addition to the nationally
(Rescheduled from October 26th) Program evaluation is not just about reporting back to Grants and Foundations. While demonstrating ROI is important, your programmatic outcomes can be used for legislative advocacy efforts and allow you to have key insights into your program’s effectiveness within the community. In this workshop, you will learn how to create a
This workshop is designed to give nonprofits an understanding of all the different funding options in Berkshire County – from foundations, to corporate sponsorships, individual donors, grants, civic societies and more. Participants in this class are encouraged to attend “Meet the Donors” on November 10 to round out their knowledge of the local funding landscape.
The Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires will host a panel of Berkshire funders designed to give nonprofits a better understanding of funder guidelines and expectations, as well as an opportunity to meet the people behind the funding opportunities, ask questions, and learn from your fellow nonprofits. Participating Funders: Jennifer Connor Shumsky – Greylock Federal Credit