Crowdfunding has quickly become a new tool in the fundraising toolbox. It allows nonprofits to leverage their networks to raise more money, faster, from a larger audience and is changing the face of nonprofit fundraising as donors welcome a more engaged approached to giving. Forbes reported that 30% of the $5 billion crowdfunded went to social causes, and this trend will continue to rise. This webinar will walk you through the lifecycle of a campaign, from creation through appreciation, emphasizing how to engage new audiences. You'll discover:

• Why crowdfunding is a must-do for your nonprofit.
• How to incorporate crowdfunding into your existing fundraising mix.
• What role strangers play in crowdfunding.
• What types of campaigns are most effective.
• The power of crowdfunding beyond increased revenue.
• Concrete steps you can implement immediately.

Are you ready to start fundraising for your project or idea, but don't know what and how much to ask for? This webinar will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to generate a standard project budget for a foundation proposal. You'll learn:

• The basic components of a project budget including income and expenses
• How to estimate the realistic cost of a project
• What other financial documents you may also need to submit with your proposal

The nonprofit sector is not immune to workplace violence. Legislative changes have broadened our awareness of the issue, and have strengthened our understanding that it cannot ever be considered "just part of the job". This session will provide you with a better understanding of client aggression and responsive behaviours and will show you how to develop a sustainable violence prevention program. This webinar will:

• Highlight the prevalence of workplace violence
• Review the Individual Client Risk Assessment Tool
• Explain the five steps in developing a prevention program

Next week (June 5-11) is Alberta Seniors' Week and many organizations are hosting special events. Check out the ESCC News and Events for Seniors web page for a list of activities taking place at Edmonton seniors organizations.

The topics featured in this session are:

• Getting the best out of your medicines: What pills should I pop?
• Palliative Care-Will I get it if I need it?
• Ageism and Frailty

Dr. Adrian Wagg, Dr. Robin Fainsinger, and Dr. Darryl Rolfson will also answer questions in an Ask an Expert session.

For further information and to RSVP contact Deepika Jadhav at 780-248-1969 or [email protected].

In celebration of Seniors' Week, your friends from the southwest community leagues and SWESA invite you to join them for pancakes, sausages, juice, and coffee. Registration is not required.

Connecting with Others Never Grows Old. Participate in a day of fun and information. This event features a learning symposium, with keynote speaker Bruce Hogle, a local broadcasting pioneer, and a series of informational sessions. In addition, there will be an exhibitor trade fair, artisan vendors market, free entertainment, bake sale, silent auction, raffle baskets, 50/50 draw, special buffalo barbecue, and loads of free give-a-ways at the exhibitor trade show. Call 780-483-1209 for more information.

Come and discover Jamaica. Enjoy Jamaican food and entertainment. Call 780-488-4241 for more information.

CapitalCare's Laurier Houses are opening their doors to the public for a Seniors' Week Open House event. This is an opportunity for seniors to explore a unique option in continuing care where couples can live together in a condo-style setting, while getting a high level of nursing care. Come for a tour and find out more about the affordable "life-lease" concept - pioneered 20 years ago by the leaders in continuing care - that gives residents more flexibility and choice than traditional care housing options.

• Thursday, June 8, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
  Laurier House Lynnwood (16815-88 Avenue, Edmonton), 780-413-4712
• Friday, June 9, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.Laurier House Strathcona (12 Brower Drive, Sherwood Park), 780-467-3366 

For more information or to take a virtual tour of Laurier House, visit Capitalcare.net and follow CapitalCare on Twitter and Facebook for updates and information.

Opus 12 will be performing chamber style music to celebrate Seniors Week at Mill Woods Seniors Association. RSVP by calling 780-496-2997.

The Edmonton Seniors Centre has been accepted to participate in the Edmonton Pride Festival. Join them in celebrating diversity by riding the ESC Grey Pride Float at the Edmonton Pride Parade. Sign up at the Edmonton Seniors Centre. For more information call Stephen at 780-342-8625 or email [email protected].

Join in a celebration of LGBTQ seniors and Pride Week with live music from Northern Heart, fun performances, tea, strawberry dessert and more! Hosted by Sage's Over the Rainbow group. Everyone is welcome. Call 780-423-5510 ext. 301 for information.

Enjoy a steak and buffet and listen to live entertainment performed by The Bix Mix Boys. Beer or other refreshments are available as well. Tickets on sale until June 10. Call 780-443-1234 ext. 102 for more information.

GeriActors has been turning stories into plays for the last sixteen years. Join them this summer and learn how to turn your own stories into moments of theatre to share with others. The second annual summer school provides an introduction to storytelling, acting, and improv. This is stress free acting - no lines to be learnt and lots of laughs to be had! Register in person at Sage or call 780-423-5510.

Make a difference and get paid. It's not every day a casual job comes along that lets you make a difference to the community and pays you for the privilege. Anthony at Your Service employs about 15 men and women with intellectual disabilities who provide customized deliveries. But now, we've got a big job and our delivery teams need some help. 

We are looking for reliable, punctual people to fill slots at breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturdays and Sundays. You will be working alone. You will need your own vehicle, something big enough to deliver 3 to 4 insulated containers of meals (each container is 2 feet long, 2 feet high and 1.5 feet wide). Deliveries need to be picked up in the northwest part of the city and delivered to a social agency downtown. Deliveries for breakfast will be completed by 7:30 a.m. lunch deliveries by 11:30 a.m., and dinner deliveries by 4:30 p.m. 

If you are interested in all or some of these deliveries, or in being a substitute driver during the week, contact Deborah Barrett by June 9 at:
Anthony at Your Service
780-982-2051
[email protected]

The Works Art and Design Festival is seeking volunteers passionate about art and creating a vibrant, inclusive community. From June 22 to July 4, The Works takes over Churchill Square for 13 days, with pop up art galleries, live music, workshops and programming - entirely free to the public! In fact, this is North America's largest free, outdoor art festival. This means a strong volunteer team is needed to keep the festival running. 

As a volunteer you can expect daily perks including food and beverages, daily prize draws and an experience with the local and international art scene. A variety of positions need to be filled such as Exhibit Monitor, Festival Greeter, Family Programs Attendant, The Works Patio Crew, Bartender. The Volunteer Coordinator can discuss with you the details of each position and figure out what area aligns with your interests and skills. 

To fill out the application form or get more information visit www.theworks.ab.ca. Also feel free to contact the Volunteer Coordinator at [email protected] or call at 780-426-2122 ext.230.