Listen to Amy Make Her Podcast Debut-- September 15th at Noon! At the kind invitation of Teddy Burriss, Amy Lytle and Renee Rohrer, HandsOn's board chair, will be discussing "Non-Profit / Not-For-Profit Career Ideas and Trends." You can attend in the audience by registering here! It should be a rich discussion, and a great chance to get your burning nonprofit employment questions answered!

"Nonprofit Legal Compliance Workshop," NC Center for Nonprofits webinar, Wednesday, September 15th, 9:30 am-3:00 pm, $79 for Center Members, $99 for all others Charitable nonprofits are required to comply with a wide array of federal and state laws and regulations. During this virtual workshop, nonprofit staff and board members, attorneys, CPAs, and consultants who work with nonprofits will get a better understanding of the common nonprofit legal compliance policies, rules, and issues that affect nonprofit organizations. Continuing education credits available (pending approval). More details and registration are online.

"Mastering Successful Work: Bringing Ease and Clarity to Your Start-Up Organization and Projects" a HIGOL/Dharma College virtual class series, Thursdays, Noon to 1:30 pm, September 23rd-October 28th, $300. HIGOL, a HandsOn Consulting Partner, is offering this highly experiential virtual class for entrepreneurial leaders of all kinds looking to build sustainable organizations. Bring your new nonprofit, project, initiative, career, and/or position with you to the class; together, the participants and leaders will create the time and space to bring more intention and clarity to your endeavor and follow a tried-and-true path that will help you get better results faster, by applying Buddhist psychology to business. This approach supports leaders from a deeply holistic practical view that benefits everyone involved. The class is limited to twelve people and will serve as a safe space for you to experiment, get individualized support, and learn what works to help you get the best results possible. Learn more and register here.

Registration is Now Open for the 2021 Virtual NCAVA Conference, September 29th-30th! Having cancelled last year's spring conference entirely due to COVID, the North Carolina Association of Volunteer Administrators (NCAVA) will be hosting a virtual event this year, over the course of two consecutive afternoons. After a year of constant change, they are inviting all volunteer managers to join them and to “Reignite the Spark” in the profession. They have 18 presenters lined up to discuss all matters of volunteer management over these two days. Spoiler alert: one of the featured speakers is our network's own Andy Hagler from the Mental Health Association! The NCAVA Statewide Conference on Volunteer Management is open to both members and non-members of NCAVA, whether within or outside of North Carolina. Once you register for the conference, they will send you a link to sign up for individual Zoom sessions. You'll find a more detailed schedule, pricing information, and registration instructions on their website.

CapDev's "CAPitalize" campaign planning workshop, an in-person event, Thursday, October 7th, Wilmington, NC, $119 Join CapDev, a HandsOn Consulting Partner, for their only workshop of 2021. During this session, CapDev leaders will guide you through the elements of building philanthropy in our rapidly changing world. They will share some approaches to philanthropy that you may not have considered, and you will gain tangible takeaways you can use to build your own development and campaign plans. Registration is limited to just 20 people, so sign up today!

Funds Available for Redistricting Advocacy! Southern Leadership for Voter Engagement (SOLVE), a multi-state collaborative of grassroots community organizations and voting rights advocates (Virginia Civic Engagement Table, Alabama Forward, Southern Coalition for Social Justice, Blueprint NC, LA Power Coalition), is pleased to announce Adopt-A-Jurisdiction (AAJ) mini-grants to support redistricting advocacy by community groups and organizations across the South. The program aims to empower communities to monitor local redistricting processes and to recreate the notice that the preclearance requirement afforded advocates previously under Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act (before the Shelby County decision). This grant program is made possible by the generous support of the Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation and other donors. SOLVE’s redistricting AAJ Grants are intended to support the work that applicants deem most pressing in their communities. The mini-grants will be awarded in $5,000 increments with limited opportunities to apply for a $10,000 grant for multi-jurisdiction work. These grants will be awarded to support community groups and organizations pursuing equitable and inclusive representation of their community needs. Deadline to apply is September 15th, so act fast!

Allstate Foundation To Make Significant Investments in Youth Leadership and Relationship Violence Prevention Programs! The Allstate Foundation empowers youth to succeed at school, in their communities, and in life. They are committed to fostering their ability to become equitable and inclusive leaders and establish healthy personal relationships that are free of violence. In light of the pandemic and economic and social injustice crises, young people’s needs have greatly escalated. In recognition of this reality, they are planning to make grants of $25,000 to $100,000 for a 12-month period and up to $200,000 for a 24-month period, with at least five grants awarded in each of the two focus areas. For more details, please visit their website. Applications are due September 15th!

United Way Now Accepting Applications for their 2021-2022 Community-Wide Education and Place Matters Education Initiatives! The United Way Forsyth County seeks to fund proposal that will drive impact and directly address their strategic goal: Increase 3rd grade reading proficiency from 52% to 90% by closing the educational equity gap by 2025, resulting in a 90% graduation rate.

Funding is open to all non-profit agencies in Forsyth County. Please review the RFPs which can be found on their website; the deadline to apply is Monday, September 27th at 8:00 am.

Neighbors for Better Neighborhoods Offering Micro-Grants for Resident-Led Grassroots Projects! Our friends at NBN have started to accept proposals for micro-grassroots grants ($100-$5,000) for resident-led community building projects. The funds come from a combination of private foundations, corporate sponsors, and individual donations. The goal is to provide access to funds for residents of the neighborhoods that NBN serves so that they can implement a variety of community-enhancing projects. The first step is to submit a Letter of Interest via email to Shakerra Jones or USPS at 1650 Ivy Ave, Winston Salem, NC. 27105. Learn more here; the next LOI deadline is October 15th!

Do You Live or Work in Mt. Airy, with a Background in Education? Then The Winston-Salem Foundation Needs Your Help! The Winston-Salem Foundation, a HandsOn Funding Partner, is seeking virtual volunteers who live or work in Mt. Airy to review Zach Smith Fund Teacher Grant applications this fall. Do you have professional experience in education or know someone who does? Sign up to volunteer today!

Take Wake Forest University's Listening in Community Partnerships Survey! Researchers at Wake Forest University are seeking participants for a 10-15 minute anonymous online survey about how you see yourself as a listener and your perceptions of good versus poor listening.  The survey results will help identify gaps in listening competence as a means of informing training and guidance to volunteers and university partners in how to become better listeners. This survey is meant to be taken by anyone over 18 who currently works with or has worked for community organizations in Forsyth County for any period, as an employee, member, or volunteer. The survey begins with a consent form that outlines details about the study. For more information, please contact the principal investigator, Dr. Rowena Rowie Kirby-Straker. The survey will close on Tuesday, September 14th. Take the survey today!

Z Smith Reynolds Now Accepting Sabbatical Applications! The Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation is now accepting sabbatical applications from experienced nonprofit leaders across North Carolina. We all know that the most creative and inspirational leaders in the nonprofit sector are extremely committed to the work they do. However, because of this selfless dedication, they can reach a point of burnout, where they have completely expended their personal energy. A break allows them time to re-energize in order to return to work with fresh ideas and newfound momentum.

Individuals in paid, full-time executive level positions, who have served their North Carolina nonprofit organizations for at least three years (two of which in an executive level position), are eligible to apply for a sabbatical. For this year, the Foundation is allowing applications from eligible applicants who are experiencing a reduction in work due to COVID-19, but have still worked at least 35 hours/week (full-time) during the 24 months prior to March 2020 and have been employed with the same organization for the past three years. Preference is given to individuals with at least five years of experience with their organization. Amy was honored to receive a ZSR-funded sabbatical in 2018, and would be happy to connect with you about the process and experience. Learn more on their website, and be sure to apply by November 2nd at Noon!

HandsOn NWNC, Program Coordinator This new, full-time position plays an important role as a member of our small team, as we all work to mobilize people and organizations that inspire community change in Forsyth, Davidson, Davie, Stokes, Surry and Yadkin Counties. HandsOn NWNC develops and delivers a wide variety of programming that fills the needs of its diverse constituents, including nonprofits, businesses, civic groups, schools, and community volunteers. The Program Coordinator works closely with the Program Director to plan and implement capacity building training and programming that is delivered to nonprofits throughout our six county region. This position will serve as a coordinator for all of our training programs with a focus on capacity building programs for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) nonprofit leaders and the organizations and communities they serve. This is a permanent, full-time, hourly position. Pay range is $16-$17/hr for 32-35 hours per week with benefits. For more details, including application instructions, please review the full position description. The position will remain open until filled, with the goal of a late September/early October start date.

ABC of NC Child Development Center, Receptionist/Clinic Administrative Assistant ABC of NC, a HandsOn Supporting Partner, is looking for someone to fill this full-time, hourly position which is responsible for scheduling client appointments, checking clients in and out for appointments, and providing administrative support to the clinic. The ideal candidate would be bilingual in Spanish and English and could also interpret between English/Spanish for clients, guests, and visitors as needed as well as assist with translating written communication, documents, etc. The hourly rate is $12-$17/per hour, commensurate with education, experience, and credentials, and includes full benefits. ABC of NC does require all staff to receive the COVID-19 vaccination unless they have an approved medical or religious exemption. For more details and to apply, please visit their website.

Children's Law Center of Central North Carolina, Director of Development The Children's Law Center, a HandsOn Supporting Partner, is searching for a full time professional who will confidently represent the organization throughout the Triad to philanthropic entities, the corporate community, and charitable foundations. The Director of Development will successfully develop and implement strategies to raise critical funds necessary to promote CLC’s mission, direct and coordinate all fundraising activities, grants management and individual donor stewardship, and oversee marketing plans. A Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of development/fundraising and marketing experience is required. Salary range $55,000 - $65,000, commensurate with experience. Benefits include a flexible work environment and generous vacation offerings, but no health/retirement benefits at this time.  For more details, please review the full position description. The position will remain open until filled.

Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust, Administrative Assistant The Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust, a HandsOn Funding Partner, is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the administrative functions of the Trust for their colleagues and larger community. This person is the first point of contact for those engaging with the Trust and ensures the smooth daily running of the Trust office. Through a high level of customer service and strong organizational skills, the successful candidate will support the mission and values of the Trust through their daily tasks. Pay range is $44,000 to $48,000, annualized. For more details and applications instructions, please visit their website.

The Winston-Salem Foundation, Program Director, Access to Postsecondary Education If you're passionate about helping students gain access to higher education through scholarships, now is your chance to join the amazing team at The Winston-Salem Foundation, a HandsOn Funding Partner. The Program Director, Access to Postsecondary Education will oversee their student aid program and promote access to postsecondary opportunities for local students. (Daisy Rodriguez, a former HandsOn Board Member that many of you may know, held a similar position until her recent retirement.) Apply online with a cover letter and resume by 5:00 PM on Wednesday, September 15!

Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County, Marketing and Communications Manager This position oversees the administrative functions associated with the Arts Council of Winston-Salem & Forsyth County’s marketing efforts while providing a high level of relations with partners and internal staff. This position is responsible for marketing and communications activities focused on building Arts Council’s brand internally and externally. They also work to grow engagement amongst community members who support and interact with Arts Council and its programs. A key focus will be working to advance Arts Council’s mission, visibility, relevance, impact, and financial resources through sound strategy. It is important that the applicant be engaged within the greater Winston-Salem and Forsyth County arts community. This is an in-office, full-time position with occasional nights and weekends. No salary information was provided. Interested persons should review the full position description and then submit a cover letter and resume to Katie Hall, Chief Advancement Officer by Wednesday, September 22nd. Submissions are likely to be considered as they are received, and a decision might be made before that date. Materials submitted after that date might not be considered.

Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation, Program Officer The Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation is a statewide, private, family foundation dedicated to improving the quality of life for all North Carolinians. For more than 80 years, the Foundation has been engaged in forward-thinking philanthropy with contributions of $627 million in North Carolina. The Foundation is hiring a Program Officer to support the strategies set forward in their recently revised grantmaking framework. An understanding of and experience working on education matters impacting North Carolina, particularly in the Foundation’s Advancing Public Education priority area of its State-Level Systemic Change Strategy is preferred. The Program Officer role includes developing effective strategies for the Foundation to facilitate positive change, analyzing grant applications, helping develop organizational capacity, and evaluating the effectiveness of the Foundation’s past grantees. The Program Officer’s work will help inform the final grant decisions made by the Foundation’s Trustees. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college is required, and an advanced degree or equivalent experience is preferred. Five years of related work experience is desired. Exceptional writing and communication skills are required, along with the ability to assimilate information quickly, work under pressure and meet deadlines. A fundamental knowledge of the State of North Carolina, humility, self-confidence and a sense of humor are helpful and preferred. The position is based in Winston-Salem and requires extensive statewide travel. The Program Officer is not required to live in Winston-Salem, but should be available to be present in the Winston-Salem office one to two days per week. The salary range for this position is $80,000-$85,000, based upon the candidate’s level of knowledge, education, skill and experience. The Foundation provides an exemplary benefits package.

The deadline for applications is September 11th with final selection scheduled for November 2021. Armstrong McGuire & Associates, based in Raleigh, NC, is conducting this search in partnership with ZSR’s leadership team. To learn more and apply, please visit their website.

Keleideum, Two Part-Time Positions Kaleideum, a HandsOn Supporting Partner, currently has two part-time positions available. They are looking for Exhibit Specialists, who are responsible for enhancing guest experiences by providing a clean and safe environment and approachable and engaging visitor experience. Duties include engaging visitors, ensuring exhibits are clean and maintained, restaging exhibits when not in use to be ready for the next guest, and other duties as necessary to advance our mission and learning philosophy. This is an hourly position, up to 29 hours per week, for $10/hour and must be flexible on weekends. View the full position description for more details.

Visitor Services Specialists are also part-time employees responsible for enhancing guest experiences by providing efficient, superior customer service to internal and external customers while promoting the mission of the Museum. Duties include greeting and orienting visitors, ensuring safety and security, cleaning and disinfecting exhibits and props, selling and processing admission and membership transactions, and providing visitor information and support in a manner designed to ensure a positive visitor experience at the museum. Requires only 11-12 hours per week, $10/hour, and some weekends and holidays.

To apply for either position, please visit their website.

The Shalom Project's Flourish Program, Child Care Coordinator Flourish is looking for a part-time person to facilitate all aspects of its child care program, including maintaining a presence during the Flourish Program's onsite hours. The position requires professionalism and confidentiality as well as good oral and written communication skills, and a passion for children’s growth and development. This person would work approximately 5 hrs/wk, with a pay rate of $15/hour. Please review the full position description for more details, but hurry--they hope to have someone in the position by mid-September!

Habitat for Humanity of Forsyth County, Executive Director and CEO Habitat for Humanity, a HandsOn Supporting Partner, is seeking their new leader, who will help guide them into the future, where their goal is to grow partnerships with other non-profits in the community, develop new neighborhoods and revitalize others with a goal of building 20+ houses annually, expand its mission into other areas of the county and to continuously improve processes to better serve the community. The new Executive Director and CEO will inherit a successful, financially sound organization with a committed and experienced staff, hundreds of dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers and donors, an active and influential Board of Directors, and a universally admired brand name – both locally and nationally. The Executive Director & CEO directs, supervises, integrates, coordinates, and assumes overall responsibility for all areas of Habitat Forsyth’s operations and has full financial responsibility for the enterprise. The Executive Director & CEO is responsible for developing the overall strategic direction of the organization, evaluating alternative strategies and constraints, capitalizing on core strengths, and developing and implementing operating plans to achieve Habitat Forsyth’s long range and annual goals and objectives. The Executive Director & CEO will represent Habitat Forsyth, as appropriate, in its relationships with major donors and prospective donors: to maintain and enhance Habitat Forsyth’s recognized place as one of the leading non-profits in Forsyth County and as one of the leading Habitat affiliates in the nation. The Executive Director & CEO will be expected to motivate, measure, coach and mentor management, employees and volunteers to ensure optimum operating effectiveness. No salary information was provided. Habitat has retained CapDev, a HandsOn Consulting Partner, to assist with their search, and more information and application instructions can be found on their website. Additional inquiries may be directed to Jen Tozier or 336-747-0133 x 208.

Financial Pathways of the Piedmont, Multiple Positions Financial Pathways is looking for a Certified Credit and Housing Counselor who will provide financial counseling on money management coaching, credit and debt counseling, and housing counseling to individuals and families. The goal is to improve the overall financial wellbeing of the client and to assist them in reaching their goals, whatever they may be, without judgement or projection of opinion. Counseling typically assists clients through a potential crisis, while coaching offers support, encouragement, and empowers the client in awareness of financial concepts, day-to-day financial skills, and the importance of emergency savings. The Counselor provides the client with an action plan s options available to resolve their financial concerns or goals. This is a full-time, non-exempt position, with a salary starting at $35K, based on experience. The ideal candidate will have a business or related degree and two years satisfactory work experience in credit, finance, financial counseling, real estate, or other related experience. You can view the full position description here, and you can apply via their Facebook page.

The second position is a Representative Payee Program Assistant, who will perform a wide variety of administrative services related to the needs of the Representative Payee Program, including receptionist duties, customer service, intake coordination, check processing for mailing, and check-pickup log. An Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study with two years satisfactory work experience in office management or similar is preferred for this full-time, non-exempt position, with an hourly rate between $13-$14/hr. To apply, please send an email and cover letter to Melissa Pegram.

Forsyth Backpack Program, Part-Time Operations Manager/ Program Director Forsyth Backpack provides and coordinates the delivery of weekend and holiday meal supplements to elementary-aged children across the county.  It is currently run by an all-volunteer staff, but has grown significantly and is ready to hire a paid part-time operations manager/program director. Under the President’s guidance, this new position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and planning, including the coordination and administration of all program activities to include staffing and logistics. Current programs include but are not limited to: Backpack, Pantry Box, Holiday / Packing Events, Fruit, Summer Feeding, Voucher, and Food Closets. No salary information was provided. For more details, please review the full position description. Interested candidates should email a resume and cover letter.