ArtsFlash October 2008


The High Performance Board	Event Type: Workshop Thursday, October 2, 2008 5:30pm Harnessing the creative power of a “Generative” board—a dynamic governance approach that can help take your organization from “good” to “great.” more... Event Location Venue: Baker and McKenzie Address: 130 E. Randolph, 39th Floor Google Map Neighborhood: Loop
Workshop: Website Planning	Event Type: Workshop Thursday, October 30, 2008 10:00am Gain skills and insight to analyze the impact of your web site. Learn how to connect your site to your mission and communications plan; explore the costs and benefits of content management, online fundraising and other ecommerce, and other opportunities for interaction and impact. Cost: $125, $75 for members. more... Event Location Venue: Lumity Address: 29 East Madison, Suite 1005 Google Map Neighborhood: Loop
Leadership, Ethics, and Independence: How to Recruit, Keep, and Promote Great Board Members	Event Type: Workshop Wednesday, September 24, 2008 9:00am Does your organization struggle with recruiting and keeping great board members? Learn the key strategies for recruiting the right board members for your organization. This session will also address board ethics as well as training and assessment tools for developing current board members into leadership positions. Topics Include: -Board recruitment techniques -Recommended code of ethics practices, including conflict of interest and confidentiality policies -Independence of board officers in their governance responsibilities more... Event Location Venue: Donors Forum Address: 208 S. LaSalle, Suite 1540 Google Map Neighborhood: Loop
Building Strategic Relationships with Corporations and Foundations	Event Type: Workshop Thursday, October 16, 2008 9:00pm Would you like to build a comprehensive corporate and foundation relations program? Whether you're a novice or a veteran fundraiser, this workshop can help! Find out what it takes to build closer partnerships with your funders and achieve your fundraising goals. Each workshop features a panel of foundation and corporate leaders who will share their experiences and answer questions. Topics Include: -Current trends in corporate and foundation funding, including grants and sponsorships -Keys to successful relationships more... Event Location Venue: Donors Forum Address: 208 S. LaSalle, Suite 1540, Chicago Google Map Neighborhood: Loop
One-on-One Clinic Time at Donors Forum	Event Type: Workshop Tuesday, October 14, 2008 12:00pm Do you need short-term, project specific advice, or to talk in confidence about an organizational challenge? Sign up for Clinic Time, two-hour blocks of time with a professional who can help you. *After registering, you will be contacted by Marissa Filippo to arrange your specific two-hour block of clinic time. Cost: $275 per person; $200 Members and Forum Partners For more information, visit: http://www.donorsforum.org/calendar/np_form.html Event Location Venue: Donors Forum Address: 208 S. LaSalle, Suite 1540, Chicago Google Map Neighborhood: Loop
Creating a Vibrant Organizational Culture that Produces Results	Event Type: Workshop Tuesday, October 14, 2008 9:00am more... Event Location Venue: North Park University Address: 3225 W. Foster Ave Chicago IL 60625 Google Map Neighborhood: North Pk/Budlong Wds
Workshop: ABCs of Proposal Writing	Event Type: Workshop Tuesday, October 14, 2008 9:00am Do your grant proposals need to be more effective? Ever wonder what makes a winning proposal? This introductory workshop will focus on how to position your organization for successful grantsmanship and prepare winning proposals to secure private foundation and corporate funding. Topics Include: -Essential elements of winning proposals -Proposal planning and conceptualization -Small-group exercises and peer review Cost: $160 per person; $120 Members and Forum Partners more... Event Location Venue: Donors Forum Address: 208 S. LaSalle, Suite 1540 Google Map Neighborhood: Loop
Raising Money for Smaller Organizations and Congregations	Event Type: Workshop Wednesday, October 8, 2008 9:00am more... Event Location Venue: Donors Forum Address: 208 S. LaSalle, Suite 1540 Google Map Neighborhood: Loop