Head Into Your Holidays Poised for a Great 2019 and Beyond
Happy Holidays to all of our friends and members! It has been an eventful year at Nonprofit Prince George's County, thanks to you and the dedication and passion of your local nonprofit teams.
For those of you who are due to renew your membership or are interested in joining, please act now. If you join or renew by December 31, one person from your organization can attend the January IDEAS & INFO event for free.
Congratulations to those who engaged in and prospered from a #
GIVINGTUESDAY campaign. Now that we have ushered in the holiday season, it is important that you continue to take advantage of opportunities to network, learn, promote and strengthen your nonprofit. And w
hen you take your well-earned holiday hiatus, keep in mind that
taking a break from email can be good for you and for your organization.
We thank you for your role in making Prince George's County a vibrant place to live and connect!
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Join the Maryland Center on Economic Policy, the Meyer Foundation, and Nonprofit Prince George's County to learn how to more effectively advocate for policies that support the goals of your nonprofit in the Maryland legislature (the General Assembly Session begins on Jan. 9, 2019).
This free workshop will prepare you to make an impact.
Learn how to navigate the state budget and policy-making processes, and discover best practices for messaging and using data to influence positive outcomes on issues directly affecting your community and the lives of the people you serve.
Date:
Wednesday, December 12
Time:
12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (includes lunch)
Location:
Nonprofit Prince George's County
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The
Greater DC Diaper Bank, founded in 2010, is expanding its services in Prince George's County. The
next application round is open - and the first step in the application process is a site visit to the Warehouse, on Thursday, Dec. 6.
 The Greater DC Diaper Bank provides diapers and other hygiene essentials to social service organizations that are already connected to and helping low-income families in the DC metro area through comprehensive programs and services. The Greater DC Diaper Bank Distribution Network is currently partnering with 44 organizations in DC, Maryland, and Virginia who distribute over 150,000 diapers a month.
Interested organizations should consider how diapers can be integrated into existing programs to enhance services rather than offering them as an add-on program. Current partners receive up to 5,000, or 10,000 diapers per month. Annually, partners receive between $25,000 and $50,000 worth of diapers, baby items, and other hygiene supplies free of charge. Partners pick up their diapers at the warehouse in Silver Spring, MD, at which time they can also "shop" at their Baby Pantry which has other baby essentials like wipes, formula, diaper cream, etc.
If you would like to be part of the next application round, please email info@greaterdcdiaperbank.org for more information and mark your calendars for Thursday's site visit.
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HIGHLIGHTS ...
Free Legal Aid Opportunities Available
The D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center is offering several free trainings in the next few weeks that may benefit your nonprofit. Topics include onboarding employees and board basics. Learn more.
Save the Date for a Free Marketing Webinar
Join
Nonprofit Tech for Good's upcoming
webinar on website and email marketing best practices for small nonprofits on Jan. 9, 2019.
'Tis the (Online Giving) Season
Need a New Play Space?
KaBOOM! is looking ahead to 2019 and is currently accepting applications from Prince George's County nonprofits interested in a new play space. Does your organization or a partner organization need a new playground?
Apply for a playground grant now at
apply.kaboom.org.
PHOTO OF THE MONTH
Maryland Open Enrollment Ends Soon
For many, a new year will bring new health goals. Find ways to promote healthy living that you enjoy! And remember to remind your clients that the Maryland open enrollment period for health insurance plans ends December 15. Wishing you all a healthy 2019!
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Enjoying healthy living! (Photo credit: Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation Facebook)
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NONPROFIT NOTES ....
- Derrick Leon Davis, County Council Member, District 6, received the Phyllis Campbell Newsome Public Policy Leadership Award for Prince George's County from the Center for Nonprofit Advancement.
- Prince George's County Public Schools just released its quarterly CEO report, "Building Pride in PGCPS." Please join us in congratulating our Board of Directors member Dr. Monica Goldson who recently completed her 100th day as interim CEO.
- Looking for binders? We have free binders, courtesy of Washington Gas, available for members. Please contact us to make your request.
- The Lake Arbor Foundation, Inc. is hosting its Annual Christmas Gala on December 15, and tickets are still available. Download more information.,
- Need professional office space? Nonprofit Prince George's County has space for a nonprofit in our office suite. The rate is quite reasonable and includes WIFI, shared kitchen, conference room access, and ample parking. Contact Hillary Lindeman for more information.
- Need professional office space? Nonprofit Prince George's County has space for a nonprofit in our office suite. The rate is quite reasonable and includes WIFI, shared kitchen, conference room access, and ample parking. Contact Hillary Lindeman for more information.
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