HEADLINES
Early Bird Ends THIS FRIDAY
It's your last chance to save up to $100 on registration!
MNN's annual full day conference on October 21 is one of the largest local gatherings of nonprofit professionals and convenes 600+ nonprofit and business leaders to learn, share, and network. Learn more.
This year's conference is focused on moving the sector forward through the development and strengthening of the nonprofit workforce. The day
will kick-off with an inspiring opening panel discussion led by moderator Tammy
Dowley-Blackman
, VP of CFLeads and Principal of
tdb
group. Panelists John Bradley, COO of Year Up (named a 2015 Best Place to Work by the Nonprofit Times), Nonprofit HR CEO Lisa Brown Morton, and Stewart Lanier, Director of Consulting & Executive Transitions at Third Sector New England, will discuss emerging trends, tried and true best practices, and creative methods to support your organization's human capital to better meet your mission.
You'll then enjoy peer-based roundtable sessions, an all-star lineup of 21 workshops, lots of local resources, and countless opportunities to network.
Whether you are an experienced executive or emerging leader, ADVANCE will provide you with the skills and tools needed to propel your career, your nonprofit, and the sector. A great fit for professionals at organizations of all staff and budget sizes, this year's conference is packed with inspiration, ideas, and resources.
MNN & Comcast Go Back to School
It's that time of year again, when the excitement of a new school year is in the air. And while students stress over class schedules and lunchtime seating, no family should have to worry about affording reliable internet at home. Whether researching historic heroes or penning short stories, students thrive when they have access to tools, resources, and information online.
Internet Essentials represents the largest broadband adoption program anywhere in the United States, providing low-income families with children the opportunity to purchase low-cost broadband service for $9.95 a month with a free WiFi router; the option to purchase a full-service, internet-ready computer for under $150; and multiple options for digital literacy training in print, online and in person. It is just one of Comcast's many initiatives to make a difference, improve neighborhoods, and create lasting results in the communities the company serves.
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NONPROFIT 411: Nonprofit Leaders Should Not Try to Do Everything
It may seem quickest and most efficient to handle that task or take on a project yourself, but there are compelling reasons why it is not in best, long-term interest for nonprofit leaders to do everything themselves.
Many nonprofit leaders say they feel responsible for everything that happens in their organization and it is just easier to "do it myself". They may believe their staff is already working hard or that staff wouldn't be able to complete the undertaking as well or as quickly. So, they continue to take on tasks that prevent them from doing their own job, which will really move the organization forward: planning, external relations, and fundraising.
Here are six reasons why delegating to staff, board members, or volunteers is ultimately better for your organization.
- Facilitating engagement- When you ask a staff member, board member or volunteer to take on a role that you might otherwise handle yourself you empower that person to feel essential. This connects individuals more closely to the organization and enhances their engagement. Employees who feel valued are more productive, have better morale and are more likely to stay with the organization. Engagement in the organization's work helps individuals to have a clearer understanding of the organization's mission, goals and impact. Read more...
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QUICK LINKS
Job Opportunities
Grant & Award Opportunities
Trainings & Events
*Discounts for MNN members
Resources
Upcoming NFF Webinar Series: The Spectrum of Nonprofit Financing Options.
MNN is excited to once again partner with the Nonprofit Finance Fund on their Fall 2015 webinar series. This series will provide nonprofit leaders with a deep understanding of what kinds of resources are available to nonprofit organizations now, and how they should prepare to access the next wave of resources in the field. Participants will come away from this series with a deeper understanding of the broad range of funding tools available. Click here to register!
*MNN members save 10%! Email llynch@massnonprofitnet.org for your discount code.
Health Resources in Action is excited to share the opportunity for Massachusetts businesses to engage in
Working on Wellness, a comprehensive statewide worksite wellness initiative. The initiative provides financial support to offset the cost of launching a wellness program, as well as expert training, technical assistance, and an online learning community.
Click here to learn more.
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New & Returning Affiliate Members
Bloomerang
offers a
cloud-based donor management application that is rooted in principles of philanthropy, simple to use and focused on empowering your team to achieve remarkable results through enhanced donor loyalty.
BlueStar Media
is a full-service marketing communications and production company, offering creative and branding services, video production, scriptwriting, graphics and animation, public relations, and gala event staging.
Feeley & Driscoll, PC.
provides superior accounting, advisory and audit services to individuals and organizations across a multitude of industries in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire and Rhode Island.
Health Innovations
provides health screenings and linkage to care and supportive services via office based and mobile health van to non-traditional venues statewide where underserved, vulnerable and high risk populations live, work and socialize.
Kainos Coaching and Consulting
is a full service coaching and consulting firm that excels in Personal and Professional Coaching, Leadership and Executive Coaching, Family and Individual Coaching, Strategic Planning, Board Development, and more.
Sharon S. McDonald, Grants Consultant
offers management of corporate and foundation grant programs and
brings
an expertise in grants research, cultivation, proposal writing, and stewardship that is complemented by an understanding of an organization's larger development needs.
Third Sector New England
provides on-site employee relations and supervisory coaching and consultation to foster effective supervision at all levels, enabling staff to successfully work toward your nonprofit's mission and vision.
New & Returning Nonprofit Members
-Plymouth 400
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