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Nonprofit Network in 2017!
We had a great launch of the NEW Managers Peer Group in January. For more information about peer groups, or to be added to the invitation list, visit here, email me at [email protected], or call 319-774-2375.
Nonprofit Know-How will return in 2017: the Nonprofit Network will host three fast, free, and focused training sessions this year. More details soon.
The ISU Extension Nonprofit Management Academy returns to Linn County this year! The course list and descriptions will be available soon. This program is a great resource for nonprofit leaders and professionals.
Stay connected,
Carrie Walker, Nonprofit Network Coordinator
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Community Foundation Seeks Director of Grant Programs
The Community Foundation is hiring a Director of Grant Programs to lead the operational and strategic aspects of our grantmaking. This is a new position intended to provide additional staffing and focus on grants at the Community
Foundation. The Director of Grant Programs will be a member of the leadership team and will report to Karla Twedt-Ball, Senior Vice President, Programs and Community Investment. The complete job description and application information is here, with applications due on February 6, 2017.
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Reminders & Opportunities!
Community Foundation Winter Grant Cycle Applications Due February 15
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation announces its first grant cycle for 2017 for local charitable nonprofits. Applications will be accepted through Wednesday, February 15, 2017, and grants will be awarded to organizations that enhance the quality of lifein Linn County.
The Community Foundation accepts grant applications online at
www.gcrcf.org.
More information about funding opportunities, as well as a video tutorial to learn the online application system here.
Anthem Foundation Grants Due February 24
The Anthem Foundation funds specific public health-related issues that positively affect key health conditions identifies through their
Healthy Generations program. There are two funding options: Anthem Foundation Grants and Community Relations & Sponsorships. More information, including eligibility and how to apply
here.
2017 Nonprofit Summit Organizers Seeking Keynote Speakers
Organizers of the Iowa Nopnrofit Summit are seeking keynote presenters for the 2017 summit scheduled for October 24-25, 2017, in Altoona, Iowa. Speakers who are willing to present one 50- to 60-minute plenary session as well as one, two, or three 75-minute workshop sessions can submit a proposal to be considered by the organizers. Proposals must be submitted by February 1, 2017. Forms and more information here.
Rockwell Collins Volunteer Fair
The Rockwell Collins Women's Forum is hosting a Volunteer Fair on Tuesday, February 14, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rockwell Collins Rec Center, 400 Collins Road in Cedar Rapids. All area nonprofits are welcome to set-up a booth and introduce Rockwell Collins employees to the exciting ways they can get involved in our community. If you would like a booth at the Volunteer Fair, please email Amber Dietrich at [email protected] by Friday, February 3. Please provide the name of your organization and your contact information.
Visit the Nonprofit Network page at
www.gcrcf.org for our online calendar.
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Ready...set...learn
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Upcoming Peer Groups
Please contact
Carrie Walker if you are
interested in finding out more
about
peer groups. These monthly or bi-
monthly lunch meetings
provide a great
opportunity to discuss current
issues, discover new ideas, and create peer connections.
Lunch is provided; please RSVP.
Tuesday, February 7 , 12-1 p.m. Executive Directors
*NEW* Wednesday, February 8, 12-1 p.m. Managers
Thursday, February 16, 12-1 p.m. CFO/Finance
Tuesday, February 21, 12-1 p.m. Development
Tuesday, February 28, 12-1 p.m. Marketing
Charity How-To Live Webinar: Create a Vibrant Facebook Community-How to Get More Likes, Comments, and Shares on Your Page Updates
Tuesday, February 7, 2017, 12 p.m.
Presenter: John Haydon, author of Facebook Marketing for Dummies
The ultimate goal of Facebook is to build a Facebook fanbase that consistently tell their friends about your organization's mission, events, and fundraisers. All this starts with a strategy to create powerful content that's specifically optimized to encourage people to like, comment on, and share your updates. This webinar will help develop content strategy and spread awareness about your cause.
Cost: $87
Register and more information here.
Association of Fundraising Professionals
Changes in the Nonprofit World and What You Need to Know
Tuesday, February 14, 2017, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hills Bank, North Liberty, 590 W. Forevergreen Rd, North Liberty
Presenters: Theresa Bornbach, Capstone Charity Resources; David Little, CliftonLarsonAllen; Michele Brock, Amperage Marketing & Fundraising.
The nonprofit world is constantly changing. Get updates and receive resources to improve online fundraising and nonprofit financial reporting in this panel presentation for nonprofit executive directors, controllers/CFOs, and development directors. Board members are welcome.
Cost: Free members, $25 non-members. Includes lunch.
Register here by Friday, February 10.
Leaders in Volunteerism
Tuesday, February 14, 2017, 12-1:30 p.m.
Hy-Vee Club Room, Oakland Road & 32nd Street, Cedar Rapids
Starting an Iowa Charitable Nonprofit
Saturday, February 18, 2017, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
University of Iowa Boyd Law Building, room 275
Workshop for persons organizing large and small nonprofits. Information and assistance with forms required to obtain tax exemption, EIN, and related requirements.
Presenter: Richard Koontz, Director, Larned A. Waterman Iowa Nonprofit Resource Center.
Cost: $50
Registration and more information here.
Eastern Iowa Planned Giving Council presents Transformational Legacy Gifts
Wednesday, February 22, 2017, 12-1 p.m.
Hancher Auditorium, 141 East Park Road, Iowa City
Presenter: Chuck Swanson, Executive Director, Hancher Auditorium
Mr. Swanson will discuss transformational legacy gifts during the Rebuilding Hancher Auditorium fund campaign, donor motivation, the process of securing gifts, and the long term impact of these gifts. After the program, attendees will have an opportunity to tour the new building.
Advanced Drug Trends Training
Presented by Area Substance Abuse Council
Friday, February 24, 2017, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Human Services Campus, 2nd Floor Conference Room, 317 7th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids
Presenters: Erin Foster, Linn County Prevention Director, ASAC; and Curt Wheeler, ASAC Prevention Specialist.
This course expands upon information in the Basic Emerging Drug Trends Training, and is designed for educators, human service providers, law enforcement, and others with a basic knowledge of heroin, synthetic drugs, marijuana, prescription drugs, and nicotine products. Participants will be able to understand the key changes in drug culture, engage in discussion on how culture can play a role in substance perceptions and use, and identify steps to prevent and address substance abuse in their communities.
Cost: $60, maximum of 80 participants. CEU Credit 6.0 CEUs are pending from the Iowa Board of Certification.
Find the complete agenda
here.
Register online
here by February 14.
Economic Alliance Business Support Program: Get the Word Out
Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 8-9:15 a.m.
Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance, 501 First Street SE, Cedar Rapids
Presenter: Jackie Schmid, Director of Strategic Marketing, Communications & Data Group at GreatAmerica Financial Services
This program will help businesses decide what to send to the media, how to position your news in an effective media release, and what to do when the media respond. Discover how local media and industry publications can help your business reach a larger audience.
Cost: Free
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Have you heard about the Cedar Rapids Public Library's challenge to
Take On Literacy in celebration of their 120th year? Help the library connect with the community to find unique and inspiring ways to create a culture of literacy in Cedar Rapids. Find more information
