Events

Solo Support Group

2020-06-02T10:50:46-04:00June 4th, 2020|Events, Nonprofit Resources|

Come join us for an informal, no judgment sharing session for solo-preneurs. Are you the leadership group of one (or very few) at your organization? Want to chat and learn from others in the same situation?

Join us for our second meeting for this support group. This is always a challenging role, but especially right now during this unprecedented time.

When: Friday, July 10, 9:30-10:30am
How: Zoom Meeting, REGISTER HERE

Introducing Mini MORE (Metrics, Outcomes and Responsible Evaluation)

2020-06-02T10:49:55-04:00June 4th, 2020|Events, Nonprofit Resources, Training Opportunities|

Introducing Mini MORE (Metrics, Outcomes and Responsible Evaluation)

for Nonprofit Montgomery members

This program is intended as a precursor to the regular MORE two-day program and is best suited for small, start-up nonprofits, or longer-term nonprofits who have an operating budget of $100,000 or less. It consists of two virtual workshops, each approximately two hours.

Mini MORE will be facilitated by Sharp Insight, LLC., an evaluation firm that helps mission-driven organizations measure and strengthen the quality and impact of their programs.

When: June 18 and 25, 2020 (1-3pm on both days)
Where: on Zoom
Who: small, start-up nonprofits, or longer-term nonprofits who have an operating budget of $100,000 or less.
Cost: $25 for up to four members of your organization

REGISTER for Mini MORE

Weekly COVID-19 Response Meeting

2020-06-02T10:53:43-04:00June 2nd, 2020|Events|

Weekly COVID-19 Response Meeting

Speakers Added
Wednesday, June 3 at 11am

Join Nonprofit Montgomery for our weekly virtual meeting with Montgomery County and nonprofit leaders on Wednesday, June 3 at 11am. This will be an opportunity to hear from our officials and receive updates on the local covid-19 response. 

  • Councilmember Will Jawando’s plans to introduce local legislation that would declare racism a public health emergency.
  • Updates from the County Executive’s Office – Caroline Stugis and BB Otero on recovering planning and more
  • Community Grants Update on the FY21 Process and next steps – Rafael Murphy, Fiscal and Policy Analyst at the Office of Management and Budget and Carolyn Chen: Office of the County Council
  • DHHS on FY 21 Contracts: Vickie Buckland
  • Funding opportunities for nonprofits:  Franca Brilliant  

When: June 3, 11am-12:30pm

Where: On Zoom. Once you register you’ll receive an auto-email with all the details.
*Please be sure to to put any questions in the comments section of the registration.
Join us on June 3

Did you take MORE? Join the MORE Alumni Evaluation Network

2020-06-02T10:48:58-04:00June 2nd, 2020|Events, Nonprofit Resources|

If you find yourself working to adapt evaluation approaches, looking for relevant data, or beginning to design your evaluation work, the MORE Alumni Evaluation Network on LinkedIn has you covered.

Last month we:

  • found a data source for student and community needs during long-term school closures
  • learned about data communication considerations in these uncertain times
  • found resources one on adapting evaluation frameworks and the other on sharing evaluation-related blogs, each with its own cartoon!

Join 65 of your nonprofit colleagues in the alumni network to get evaluation support, COVID-19 related and beyond. Questions? Contact Meredith at programs@nonprofitmoco.org.

Free Webinar: Reopening the Office

2020-06-02T10:47:31-04:00June 1st, 2020|Events, Nonprofit Resources|

Free Webinar: Reopening the Office
Considerations for Bringing Workers Back Safely 

Businesses continue to grapple with unprecedented challenges during the COVID-19 global pandemic. As the District of Columbia and surrounding jurisdictions look to lift their Stay-At-Home orders, employers are planning to welcome employees back to the workplace. Business operations will likely look vastly different during and after the pandemic.

This webinar is appropriate for both small businesses and nonprofits. Click here to register.

Pivoting to 90 Day Budgets

2020-05-21T14:53:39-04:00May 23rd, 2020|Events|

Micheal Gellman will take you through financial management strategies for unpredictable times using a financial bias of protecting the financial position of a nonprofit organization when considering key management decisions that must be made during a period of hyper-change.

  • We’ll assess your balance sheet with an emphasis identifying weaknesses and protecting strengths.
  • And discuss pivoting to short-term 3-month rolling budgets and how to assess risks related to vulnerability of your funding and changing demand for services with the goal of protecting your financial position and sustainability.

Featuring: A. Michael Gellman, CPA, CGMA, is an independent Fiscal and Financial Strategist for nonprofits and a founding principal partner for Fiscal Strategies “4” Nonprofits, LLC. Gellman was a former 20-year Shareholder for Rubino & Company, Chartered, CPA’s and Consultants.

When: Thursday, May 28, noon
How: Zoom Meeting, REGISTER HERE

Feedback we received from the Hyper-Change Workshop:
“This is the most helpful financial webinar I’ve been part of recently with very tangible takeaways. Mike was knowledgeable but general enough to be applicable to many types of organizations. I came away with tangible tools that helped to build confidence in decision making because of a methodical approach with his framework.”

Weekly COVID-19 Response Meeting

2020-05-21T14:40:27-04:00May 21st, 2020|Events|

Wednesday, May 27 at 11am

Join Nonprofit Montgomery for our weekly virtual meeting with Montgomery County and nonprofit leaders on Wednesday, May 27 at 11am. This will be an opportunity to hear from our officials and receive updates on the local covid-19 response.

  • Councilmember Albornoz: Will provide updates on the FY21 budget and outlook for nonprofits.
  • Adriane Clutter, Division Chief – Programs, Montgomery County Recreation: Will speak on how the Recreation Department is planning for programs and services to inform nonprofits on their decision making.
  • Updates from the Arts Sector: Suzan Jenkins, CEO, Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County and  Alice Nappy, Executive Director, VisArts
  • Franca Brilliant: Updates on relief opportunities for nonprofits

When: May 27, 11am-12:30pm

Where: On Zoom. Once you register you’ll receive an auto-email with all the details.
*Please be sure to to put any questions in the comments section of the registration.
Join us on May 27

Liberty’s Promise: Maryland COVID-19 Immigrant Resource Panel

2020-05-21T14:48:56-04:00May 20th, 2020|Events|

A discussion on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the immigrant community in Maryland, challenges faced, and resources available. Friday, May 22nd at 2PM – 3 PM EST. Click here to register.

Panelists:
Valeria Carranza, Chief of Staff, County Council Member Evan Glass
Kathia Mejia Chévez, Constituent Services and Outreach Representative, Senator Van Hollen
Aimee Olivo, Chief of Staff, Prince George’s County Council Member Dannielle Glaros
Jeff Samuels, Constituent Services and Outreach Representative, Senator Van Hollen
Joshua Thomson, Chief of Staff, Baltimore City Council Member Zeke Cohen

Questions? Contact: Jenna Hart, jhart@libertyspromise.org

Dynamic Planning, Dynamic Boards

2020-05-18T10:59:51-04:00May 18th, 2020|Events, Training Opportunities|

Join Capacity Partners in Dynamic Planning, Dynamic Board. Mary Robinson, President of Capacity Partners as well as Joan Schaffer and Margo Reid, Capacity Partners Consultants, will guide us on how to pivot and plan with your Board of Directors in uncertain times.

Capacity Partners works with nonprofits in strategic planning, fundraising, board development, management consulting, and organizational vitality that help our clients achieve transformative results.

When: May 21, 11am-noon
How: Zoom Meeting, REGISTER HERE
Cost: Free

Mergers and Partnerships w/ Leadership Montgomery and Nonprofit Montgomery

2020-05-18T10:55:14-04:00May 16th, 2020|Events|

Join us for a thoughtful discussion around the M word (Mergers). While we are doing business in a different light it is a perfect time to have a dialog about opportunities to streamline some of our work.

Join us to walk through: What are the benefits of a merger and the challenges and pitfalls?
What does a nonprofit merger process involve? And How does one determine if a merger is the right choice?

Hear from non-profits that have joined forces, get the philanthropic sector’s take on the process and learn from an expert in Change Management. The session will offer opportunities for dialogue and space for break-out rooms to dive deeper into the topic.

Speakers include:

  • Marla Bilonick, Executive Director and CEO, LEDC
  • Rachael Gibson, Senior Consultant, Raffa – Marcum’s Nonprofit & Social Sector Group
  • Lesley MacDonald, Executive Director, Nonprofit Montgomery
  • Kylie McCleaf, Chief Operating Officer, JSSA
  • Tobi Printz-Platnick, Associate Director, The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation
  • C. Marie Taylor, President & CEO, Leadership Montgomery

When: Thursday, June 18 at 10am – 11:30am
How: Via Zoom, REGISTER HERE

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