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IN THIS ISSUE:
- Policy Updates: 2020 Census Timeline Changed, Main Street Lending Program Announced, Nonprofit Retirement Bill Advances on Beacon Hill
- New Paths Forward: MNN's 2020 Virtual Conference
- Our Shared Sector: How Understanding History Can Help Nonprofits Address Persisting Inequities
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Nonprofit 411: Final Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) Regulations Released
- Jobs and Resources
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Policy Updates
U.S. Census Bureau Announces Updates to Operational Timeline
On August 3rd, the U.S. Census Bureau announced that 2020 Census field collection and self-response options will end one month early on September 30th (moved from October 31st).
Over the next month plus, nonprofits will continue to play key roles in their communities to ensure a fair and accurate count in the Census. Nonprofits should consult this resource for ideas about how to continue outreach virtually and safely during the COVID-19 pandemic. Key tips include:
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Focus your efforts in low-responding areas. Use this map to identify places to target your outreach.
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Continue including messages about the Census in all of your communications. See sample talking points in MNN's 2020 Census Toolkit for Nonprofits, and use these pre-made website badges and banners to add visuals.
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Go virtual: host a virtual town hall, and use these sample messages on social media.
The Federal Reserve Announces New Nonprofit Loan Program
On July 17th, the Federal Reserve announced details about two new loan options available to nonprofits. The Main Street Lending Program will seek to support nonprofit organizations that were in good financial standing prior to the pandemic with loans ranging from $250,000 to $10 million. Interested nonprofits can click here for additional information about these loan options, and click here for answers to Frequent Asked Questions (FAQs).
Nonprofit Retirement Bill Advances on Beacon Hill
On July 29, the Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight reported favorably on H.36, An Act Relative to the 401(k) CORE Program. This bill would expand the CORE Plan to ensure all nonprofit employees are eligible to participate, regardless of their employer’s size. Currently, the plan is available to nonprofits with 20 or fewer employees. MNN supports providing additional retirement options for thousands of nonprofit employees throughout the Commonwealth, helping more individuals and families save for retirement. The bill has been referred to the Ways & Means Committee, and MNN will continue to advocate for its successful passage.
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MNN's 2020 Annual Conference, one of the largest gatherings of nonprofit professionals in the state, will take place from Tuesday, October 6 to Thursday, October 15 in your home office!
Early bird registration opens next week! Keep an eye on your email for the link to register.
The theme of this year's conference is "New Paths Forward," which captures a common aspiration of the Massachusetts nonprofit sector and those who support it during these challenging times. The conference will feature speakers, panels, educational workshops, networking opportunities, and a new and exciting virtual event platform to allow attendees to easily navigate the online setting.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Become a conference sponsor today! Learn more about 2020 annual conference sponsorship opportunities, levels, and deliverables here. View sponsorship FAQs here. And learn about our 2020 Annual Conference sponsors here.
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"Our Shared Sector," a partnership between MNN and YW Boston, explores the intersection of nonprofit work and efforts across the sector to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion. Reach out here with any feedback or suggestions for Our Shared Sector.
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How Understanding History Can Help Nonprofits Address Persisting Inequities |
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As nonprofits, we dedicate ourselves to a mission larger than ourselves, our immediate geography, and our moment in time. In order to meet our organization’s goals, internally and externally, it is necessary for us to gain an understanding of how inequitable systems have created and perpetuated violence in our communities. Inequitable systems that have propagated violence against people of color, and Black people in particular, continue to influence all realms of American life, including education, healthcare, housing, and beyond. By naming inequities as violence, we can better commit to creating truly nonviolent organizations. |
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New and Returning Affiliate Members
*discount to MNN members
You can see a full listing of affiliates in our online Business Directory. Many affiliates offer discounts to our members!
Atomik Design provides the full spectrum of graphic design services, specializing in result-driven web and print designs for nonprofit organizations. *Free consultation
Charles Group Consulting is a full-service government affairs consulting firm offering individually tailored services to nonprofits, providing excellent representation to nonprofits organizations working to advance the public good on Beacon Hill.
Indigo Associates provides outsourced Controller and CFO Services to nonprofit agencies.
Eos Transition Partners is a national executive search firm that recruits the most senior leaders of nonprofits, and offers transition planning, executive search, and post-hire support.
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LMA Grant Consulting offers customizable services to help nonprofits reach their development goals. Services include proposal writing, draft review, funding research, and employee training.
MajorDonors.com helps smaller nonprofits raise more money with a focus on building a major gift revenue stream or launching a capital campaign goal. *10% discount up to a maximum of $1,000 on all services except prospect research
Attorney William August serves as legal counsel to a broad range of nonprofit organizations, providing counsel on incorporation, articles of organization, bylaws, fiduciary standards, Board and general membership structures, policies and procedures, tax exemption, governance documents, revenue raising and more.
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Results Communications and Research offers digital and traditional marketing services, including social media and blogs, website launches and revisions, and online advertising, as well as internal communications and PR services, and strategic plan development. *Free consultation
LFF Consulting provides support with evaluation design and implementation, as well as consultation on organizational climate, quality improvement, and strategic planning.
Workwonder helps clients identify and move past challenges big and small, helping individuals, leaders, and organizations do their best work. *1 hour free Zoom consultation and discounted hourly rates
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Final Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) Regulations Released
Several months ago, most Massachusetts employers began preparing for the quickly approaching Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) law. Recently, the Department of Family and Medical Leave (DFML) released the final regulations. The changes were not substantive
but provided clarification.
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Citizens Bank has announced a call for applications for Champions in Action, an initiative in partnership with NECN to provide support for nonprofit organizations that address the most pressing issues in our communities. This round is focused on COVID-19 relief, specifically for nonprofits that are finding innovative ways to continue delivering programming and support to their communities during this time. Each recipient will receive promotional and volunteer support, as well as a $35,000 unrestricted contribution from Citizens Bank. The application deadline is Friday, August 21. A link to more information and the application is here.
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts 401(k) CORE Plan – a 401(k) built for nonprofits – recognizes that unprecedented times call for unprecedented support. We also recognize your employees are the heart of your organization, and the CORE Plan wants to help you support them as much as possible. That’s why the Commonwealth of Massachusetts 401(k) CORE Plan is offering a start-up discount to join. If your organization currently has 20 or fewer W-2 employees and you’d like to learn more, contact the local CORE Plan representative, Lisa Cardinal at lisa.cardinal@empower-retirement.com or 617-510-4036. More information about the CORE Plan can be found at www.ma-employer-core.com.
Nonprofits have the opportunity to strengthen their team with a virtual MIT Social Impact Intern. This fall, MIT is guaranteeing a paid part-time virtual opportunity (internship, job, research project) for each undergraduate student. Fall interns will be paid in full by MIT unless hosts have funds to contribute. The Institute is seeking opportunities that leverage MIT undergraduate students’ unique skills and interests to address complex social and environmental challenges, with focuses in health, climate, and tech, particularly when the work supports historically underserved and underrepresented groups. Contact Julie Uva, Program Administrator, at juva@mit.edu if you are interested, and click here for additional information.
Several graduate level online professional development opportunities for non-matriculated and matriculated students at Merrimack College start on Aug 24: a 2 credit Community Development course with Dr. Dwight Giles; a 4-credit course Community Engagement in Higher Education course aligned with the Campus Compact Community Engagement Fundamentals micro-credential with Dr. Dan Sarofian-Butin; and a 4-credit Youth Development: Leadership and Mentoring for Social Change course with Adjunct Professor Raisa Carrasco-Velez, which includes a unique service opportunity with SquashBusters. Learn more here.
Common Impact, a national nonprofit that powers social change organizations by connecting them with the business expertise and perspectives of corporate employees, is offering two innovative models of pro bono support to nonprofits this summer and fall. Skills for Cities Boston is a day of service where volunteers from multiple companies are teamed up with a local nonprofit to tackle a capacity building challenge in areas like strategy, finance, HR, operations, marketing, and technology. If you are interested, please complete the Skills for Cities Application by EOD Monday, August 10. Need coaching and strategic guidance on a current challenge? Through Common Impact’s “Hotline” model, your nonprofit can access quick, strategic support from corporate professionals skilled in areas like risk management, crisis communications, IT planning, and more. Please fill out this 7 minute survey to express your interest.
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