ArtsFlash June 2008

Express Business Loan Application Workshop

norendain — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 17:36:03 -0500

The Express Business Loan Application Workshop is offered for small business owners in the arts and creative industries who are seeking start up and/or working capital loans. Listen to a brief presentation about the SBA Express Loan program and then apply for your loan. The application is easy, painless and fast with minimal paperwork.

All you need:
• Documentation verifying the existence of your business entity
• A business checking account and a business check
• Social security number or federal tax ID number
• Valid driver’s license or state ID
• Secondary identification (utility bill, bank or mortgage statement)
• Good credit standing

All owners of the business must be present to apply. The documentation fee is $475. Personal checks will not be accepted. No fee will be charged for unapproved loan applications.

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Measure What Matters - Performance Measurement for Nonprofit Programs

CAR_Leigh — Tue, 27 May 2008 16:44:30 -0500

During the overview, we covered an introduction to outcomes measurement, including the Success Equation tool and our body of research on common outcomes and indicators for a variety of nonprofit programs. This session takes your measurement process to the next step by solidifying your outcomes, further articulating success, and learning how to implement your measurement process. The session covers data collection techniques, strategies for key stakeholder buy-in, and ideas for maintaining the process as a continuous learning opportunity.

Cost: $75.00 (standard), $105.00 (premium)

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Building board enthusiasm for fundraising

CAR_Leigh — Tue, 27 May 2008 16:41:08 -0500

Are your board members nervous and awkward about fundraising? This webinar will show you how to change their mindset, and lower the tension by finding easy jobs that every board member can do to support fundraising.

Learn how to psych up your board members with a new perspective on fundraising – "making friends," not "asking for money." Learn how to directly address their fears of fundraising and show them the joyful side of supporting a cause.

This webinar brings to life many principles from Gail's popular new book, Fired Up Fundraising – Turn Your Board's Passion into Action – all designed to give you and your board members a new perspective, new tools and inspiration to help all of you change the world.

Cost: $20 PJ subscribers | $30 Non PJ subscribers more...

Performance Measurement for Grant-makers

CAR_Leigh — Tue, 27 May 2008 16:36:50 -0500

Is your grant-making organization considering requiring or currently requiring grantees to report on their outcomes, but you're not quite sure how to guide grantees or what to do with the information you receive?

You are not alone!

Join us for a webinar, focused on building the capacity of foundation program officers to better understand outcomes measurement. By the end of the session, you will gain an understanding of the basic concepts and be prepared to both answer questions from grantees and/or guide them to helpful resources.

Cost: $100.00 (standard), $115.00 (premium)

For more information, http://www.whatworks.org/cde.cfm?event=209084 more...

Level I: Measure What Matters -Introduction to Performance Measurement for Nonprofit Programs

CAR_Leigh — Tue, 27 May 2008 16:28:17 -0500

Ever wonder how to implement your strategic plan? If you've been involved in the process of developing the strategy for your nonprofit, or if you need to act on it and are not quite sure where to begin, this two hour training session is for you. Articulating the results and success stories for your organization may be the difference between achieving your mission-based outcomes and simply having a lofty vision. Since effective performance measurement is a critical component of building a healthy and stable organization, increasing your comfort with various tools, tips, and strategies will help you recognize opportunities and solutions that might otherwise pass you by.
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How to Revisit Your Mission and Know When to Do It

CAR_Leigh — Tue, 27 May 2008 16:25:16 -0500

Identify key transition points or other signals that it's time for a mission revisit, and how to use a mission review to move your organization to the next level of development. This session will provide tips and strategies for internal review and for getting the most from consultant support.

Cost: $80 per person; $64 for Members, Associate Members and Forum Partners

For more information, visit www.donorsforum.org

Understanding Tax and Reporting Responsibilities

CAR_Leigh — Tue, 27 May 2008 16:23:31 -0500

There are a myriad of tax and reporting requirements that 501(c)(3) organizations must follow. Be prepared by hearing this comprehensive overview of what your organization needs to know to be in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. You will learn about the basics of taxation (including payroll taxes), audits, annual reports, and so much more.

Cost: $40

For more information, visit http://www.icpas.org/hc-cpaspi.aspx?id=5785 more...

ABCs of Capital Campaigns

CAR_Leigh — Tue, 27 May 2008 16:21:16 -0500

Is your organization considering a capital campaign and wondering where to begin? This workshop will introduce the key elements for a successful capital campaign, including goals for each phase of the campaign, an effective gift policy and a detailed campaign timeline. Learn how your organization can plan a feasibility study and use the results to reach its fundraising potential.

Topics include:
- Assessing your organization's capital campaign readiness
- Creating a case statement
- Developing an achievable plan

Cost: $150 per person; $120 for Members, Associate Members and Forum Partners

For more information, visit www.donorsforum.org