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Event Series Certificate in Effective Fundraising

Planned Giving and Overall Legal and Regulatory Issues for Fundraising

Will explore the various financial vehicles available to potential donors; the pros and cons of each vehicle for donors and the receiving agency; the research process involved prior to solicitation; and the process and practicalities of establishing a planned giving program. She will also explore the legal and ethical context of fundraising; Texas regulated fundraising issues (e.g., consumer fraud and gambling); Internal Revenue Service regulations.Early Bird pricing is available through Monday, January 16, 2023.Must be registered by February 1, 2023.

ORIENTATION TO NONPROFIT AUSTIN’S GRANT RESEARCH CENTER TOOLS

ORIENTATION TO NONPROFIT AUSTIN'S  GRANT RESEARCH CENTER TOOLS w/Susannah ErlerOrientation to Nonprofit Austin's Grant Research Center Tools (Foundation Directory Online and Guidestar Pro).Want to focus on ways the Foundation Directory Online (FDO) database or Guidestar Pro can support your nonprofit work? Nonprofit Austin at ACC is ready to help you leverage Grant Research Center tools to find funding, conduct research and take your 501(c)3 work to the next level.Sign up for this free virtual Orientation to Grant Research Center Tools.After taking this orientation, you will be eligible to sign up for some one-on-one time with “Your Personal Nonprofit Trainer (FDO and Guidestar Pro)” if you need more assistance with GRC tools.

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Event Series Certificate in Effective Fundraising

Capital Campaigns

Will explore the development of a capital campaign; its management and leadership; underlying motivations of givers; conducting a feasibility study; developing the case for support; researching, cultivating, and soliciting prospects; donor recognition; establishing naming opportunities; and capital campaign management and leadership (e.g., volunteer leadership, steering committee).Early Bird pricing is available through Monday, January 16, 2023.Must be registered by February 1, 2023.

Ask a Grant Writer (Grant AMA)! w/Susannah Erler

Ask a Grant Writer (Grant AMA)! w/Susannah ErlerGot a thorny RFP question? First time writing a Federal proposal? Not sure how to start your need statement? Sign up for this free 60-minute virtual roundtable, led by Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) Grant Writer Susannah Erler. She says: “nonprofit professionals, bring your grant questions and ask me anything; and maybe we’ll get some crowd-sourced answers from participants too.” Together we are stronger – the goal is to help you ‘Get that Grant’ to support nonprofit 501(c)3 organizations.

Free

Event Series Certificate in Effective Fundraising

Engaging and Motivating Volunteers

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Will explore the effectiveness of using volunteers in fundraising. From top leadership, to capital campaign committees, to peer-to-peer fundraising champions, volunteers play a critical role in the most successful fundraising programs. Learn about the challenges of engaging, training, motivating and stewarding great volunteer fundraisers and hear from a panel of volunteers about their own experiences and what works and does not work, from their perspectives.Early Bird pricing is available through Monday, January 16, 2023.Must be registered by February 1, 2023.

Event Series Certificate in Effective Fundraising

Fundraising & Event Planning

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Will focus on the use of special events to complement annual and capital campaigning initiatives; exploring the most effective use of events to achieve fundraising success. Attention will be given to considering use of a silent and/ or live auction, initial planning and budgeting, organization and timing, location, venue requirements and negotiations, food and beverage and other considerations essential to ensuring attendees enjoy themselves and your cause benefits from their participationEarly Bird pricing is available through Monday, January 16, 2023.Must be registered by February 1, 2023.

ORIENTATION TO NONPROFIT AUSTIN’S GRANT RESEARCH CENTER TOOLS

ORIENTATION TO NONPROFIT AUSTIN'S  GRANT RESEARCH CENTER TOOLS w/Susannah ErlerOrientation to Nonprofit Austin's Grant Research Center Tools (Foundation Directory Online and Guidestar Pro).Want to focus on ways the Foundation Directory Online (FDO) database or Guidestar Pro can support your nonprofit work? Nonprofit Austin at ACC is ready to help you leverage Grant Research Center tools to find funding, conduct research and take your 501(c)3 work to the next level.Sign up for this free virtual Orientation to Grant Research Center Tools.After taking this orientation, you will be eligible to sign up for some one-on-one time with “Your Personal Nonprofit Trainer (FDO and Guidestar Pro)” if you need more assistance with GRC tools.

Free

Funder Focus: Connect with The Central Texas Community Foundation

Funder Focus: Connect with The Central Texas Community Foundation hosted by Susannah ErlerFunder Focus: Connect with The Central Texas Community FoundationYour participation is invited as we learn more about The Central Texas Community Foundation (formerly The Greater Round Rock Community Foundation). Amy Merida, Executive Director of the CTCF will share details about how this community foundation supports the quality of life in the area and about how funds and resources are distributed to nonprofit organizations that support the community.About the Funder Focus Series:What do funders look for in a grant proposal: data, stories, both? What kinds of projects do foundations find inspiring? Join us for Nonprofit Austin at ACC’s Funder Focus series to learn more about the funding and grantmaking process. Bring your questions for this exceptional opportunity to connect directly with those who make funding decisions that support nonprofit work.Funder Focus Host: Susannah Erler, Director, Greater Good StrategiesSusannah Erler started in a public radio career (including being Director of a National Public Radio affiliate) which later morphed into her current calling to support nonprofits. She earned her master’s degree in Business with an Arts Administration (Nonprofit) specialization, is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) and is a Mission Capital […]

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Event Series Certificate in Effective Fundraising

Financial Management, Accounting, and Financing

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Will explore the financial management processes required to administer and insure compliance of fundraising operations; the relationship between the fundraiser and the organization’s financial managers; and the impact and implications of nonprofit financial audits for agency fundraising.Early Bird pricing is available through Monday, January 16, 2023.Must be registered by February 1, 2023.

Ask Me Anything (Grant AMA)! w/Susannah Erler

Ask Me Anything (Grant AMA)! w/Susannah Erler Got a thorny RFP question? First time writing a Federal proposal? Not sure how to start your need statement? Sign up for this free 60-minute virtual roundtable, led by Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) Grant Writer Susannah Erler. She says: “nonprofit professionals, bring your grant questions and ask me anything; and maybe we’ll get some crowd-sourced answers from participants too.” Together we are stronger – the goal is to help you ‘Get that Grant’ to support nonprofit 501(c)3 organizations.

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Series: Lunch with Froswa: Amplifying Your Philanthropic Voice

Series: Lunch with Dr. Froswa Booker Drew: Amplifying Your Philanthropic VoicePhilanthropy is steeped in myths that hurt communities of color rather than help them. Many current philanthropic strategies fail because they neglect the experience, wisdom, and gifts of those receiving help, and prioritize and perpetuate false myths. These myths fuel deficit-based models of philanthropy that do not work and will not change poverty. Can't join us live? Sign up and receive the recording afterwards!

Event Series Certificate in Effective Fundraising

Engaging All Generations | Graduation

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Will explore developing and delivering programs that promote philanthropic motivation among the young; giving circles; and other strategies and tools that ensure philanthropic continuity with Central Texas.Early Bird pricing is available through Monday, January 16, 2023.Must be registered by February 1, 2023.

ORIENTATION TO NONPROFIT AUSTIN’S GRANT RESEARCH CENTER TOOLS

ORIENTATION TO NONPROFIT AUSTIN'S  GRANT RESEARCH CENTER TOOLS w/Susannah ErlerOrientation to Nonprofit Austin's Grant Research Center Tools (Foundation Directory Online and Guidestar Pro).Want to focus on ways the Foundation Directory Online (FDO) database or Guidestar Pro can support your nonprofit work? Nonprofit Austin at ACC is ready to help you leverage Grant Research Center tools to find funding, conduct research and take your 501(c)3 work to the next level.Sign up for this free virtual Orientation to Grant Research Center Tools.After taking this orientation, you will be eligible to sign up for some one-on-one time with “Your Personal Nonprofit Trainer (FDO and Guidestar Pro)” if you need more assistance with GRC tools.

Free

Grant Writer AMA (ask me anything!) w/Susannah Erler

Grant Writer AMA (ask me anything!) w/Susannah Erler Got a thorny RFP question? First time writing a Federal proposal? Not sure how to start your need statement? Sign up for this free 60-minute virtual roundtable, led by Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) Grant Writer Susannah Erler. She says: “nonprofit professionals, bring your grant questions and ask me anything; and maybe we’ll get some crowd-sourced answers from participants too.” Together we are stronger – the goal is to help you ‘Get that Grant’ to support nonprofit 501(c)3 organizations.

Free

Series: Lunch with Froswa: Building Your Network

Series: Lunch with Froswa: Building Your Network w/ Dr. Froswa Booker-DrewRelationships are critical to our personal and professional success. In understanding our story and our various identities, we can make stronger, more impactful connections. Although many of our relationships are transactional, our goal is to build transformative relationships. It starts with our understanding of who we are, the power of our narratives and the importance of building our network. It's not just networking, but building the community we seek.Can't join us live? Sign up and receive the recording afterwards!

Funder Focus: Connect with Austin Community Foundation

Funder Focus: Connect with Austin Community Foundation hosted by Susannah ErlerFunder Focus: Connect with The Central Texas Community Foundation Join us as we learn more about the Austin Community Foundation (ACF). Gain insights as we hear from Adiee Gonzales, Program Manager for ACF’s Hispanic Impact Fund (HIF) who will describe the HIF and the foundation’s philanthropic purpose including their grant-making mission to improve the quality of life for Central Texans. Bring your questions as we learn more about ACF’s grant programs: Community Grants, the Hispanic Impact Fund, The Black Fund, and the Women’s Fund.About the Funder Focus Series:What do funders look for in a grant proposal: data, stories, both? What kinds of projects do foundations find inspiring? Join us for Nonprofit Austin at ACC’s Funder Focus series to learn more about the funding and grantmaking process. Bring your questions for this exceptional opportunity to connect directly with those who make funding decisions that support nonprofit work.Funder Focus Host: Susannah Erler, Director, Greater Good StrategiesSusannah Erler started in a public radio career (including being Director of a National Public Radio affiliate) which later morphed into her current calling to support nonprofits. She earned her master’s degree in Business with an Arts […]

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Series: Lunch with Froswa: Diversifying Your Board

Series: Lunch with Dr Froswa Booker-Drew: Diversifying Your BoardIt's not about checking a box, but recognizing the importance of living experience, those proximate to the work and different perspectives. Organizations thrive when there is intentionality and metrics in place to evaluate board diversity. In this workshop, learn more about creating expectations and metrics that are realistic, inclusive and align with the organization’s strategic goals.Can't join us live? Sign up and receive the recording afterwards!

Series: Lunch with Froswa: Connecting Your Community to your Cause

Series: Lunch with Dr. Froswa Booker-Drew: Connecting Your Community to your Cause wWorking in isolation is damaging for both an organization and the community. Services are duplicated along with a lack of effectiveness and efficiency in the delivery of programs. In this workshop, learn more about building powerful partnerships, the role of MOUs, and building strong collaborations. Can't join us live? Sign up and receive the recording afterwards!

ORIENTATION TO NONPROFIT AUSTIN’S GRANT RESEARCH CENTER TOOLS

ORIENTATION TO NONPROFIT AUSTIN'S  GRANT RESEARCH CENTER TOOLS w/Susannah ErlerOrientation to Nonprofit Austin's Grant Research Center Tools (Foundation Directory Online and Guidestar Pro).Want to focus on ways the Foundation Directory Online (FDO) database or Guidestar Pro can support your nonprofit work? Nonprofit Austin at ACC is ready to help you leverage Grant Research Center tools to find funding, conduct research and take your 501(c)3 work to the next level.Sign up for this free virtual Orientation to Grant Research Center Tools.After taking this orientation, you will be eligible to sign up for some one-on-one time with “Your Personal Nonprofit Trainer (FDO and Guidestar Pro)” if you need more assistance with GRC tools.

Free