Events

Build your organization’s financial confidence with FIRM

2019-09-02T14:19:58-04:00September 2nd, 2019|Events, Training Opportunities|

FIRM is a partnership with DHHS to strengthen nonprofits in our County
Nonprofit Montgomery’s FIRM (Financial Reporting and Management Institute) is an innovative program  in collaboration with Montgomery County to help nonprofits with financial leadership and sustainability. All nonprofits can benefit from this deep dive into understanding and strengthening your financial model.

Nonprofits attend as a team of up to four people including the Executive Director, Fiance Director/CFO, Board Member, and Program Director. The workshop consists of two full days of training, a personalized consultation with a nonprofit financial, and unlimited access to our programs and events.

The results: better clarity on the mission and funds needed to support it and improved budget conversations with the board.
Don’t miss this opportunity to take the full two day version of FIRM. The two day FIRM (recommended for organizations with budgets over $500,000) is only offered once per year. Register now for the only two-day FIRM session in FY20 will be on September 25-26, 2019 at The Universities at Shady Grove.

When: September 25 and 26, 2019, from 8:30am to 5pm
Where: The Universities at Shady Grove
Cost: $25 for Nonprofit Montgomery Members, $525 for non-members
Cost includes two days of training for up to four people, including breakfast and lunch on both days, plus a 60-90 minute consultation with a nonprofit finance expert.
REGISTER HERE

FIRM is supported by The Montgomery County Government, The Greater Washington Community Foundation-Montgomery County, and The Universities at Shady Grove.

Climate Emergency: Montgomery County’s Response – Town Hall

2019-09-02T14:18:02-04:00September 1st, 2019|Events|

In 2017 the County Council declared a Climate Emergency and pledged to reduce the County’s greenhouse gas emissions by 80 percent by 2027 and by 100 percent by 2035. Join nonprofits and government on Saturday, September 14 in Silver Spring to learn what progress the County has made so far and how you can be part of the solution. The town hall will be on September 14, 11am – 1:30pm.

Let’s Talk: Maryland’s Nonprofit Sector Listening Session with Senator Van Hollen

2019-09-02T14:12:46-04:00September 1st, 2019|Events|

Senator Chris Van Hollen is coming to Hyattsville City Hall to hear about issues that are affecting nonprofit organizations and our communities.This convening is focused on bridging the gap between the nonprofit sector and federal policymakers.

The Senator will discuss pending key issues for the sector and will engage in a high-level dialogue on issues such as:

  • threats to the Affordable Care Act
  • the future of immigration reform
  • the impact of the 2017 Tax Act on charitable giving
  • the ongoing threat to the “Johnson Amendment”
  • what can be done to support Census 2020

Don’t miss this opportunity to raise awareness and to offer solutions to critical issues that may affect nonprofits now and into the future.

Where: City of Hyattsville Town Hall, 4310 Gallatin St., Hyattsville, MD 20781
When: Thursday, September 19, 2019 from 6-7:30 p.m.
REGISTER HERE – Nonprofit Montgomery members only, pre-registration required.

Don’t let the potential for FRAUD keep you up at night

2019-09-02T14:15:28-04:00August 31st, 2019|Events, Training Opportunities|

Don’t let the potential for FRAUD keep you up at night
Come and Learn about nonprofit internal controls and fraud basics

Internal control issues have been at the forefront of the public’s attention in recent years. Failures in internal controls have led to financial statement fraud, misappropriation of assets, and intentional misuse of grant funds.

We will discuss internal control and what unique fraudulent activities are perpetrated in these organizations and what makes nonprofit organizations vulnerable to fraud.

This course is most beneficial to professionals new to internal control and fraud detection who may be staff or entry level but also for experienced professionals with limited exposure to these topics.

When: Thursday, October 10, 2019 at 9am -10:15am
Where: The Leadership Hub: 6010 Executive Blvd., Suite 200, Rockville, MD 20852
Cost: Free
REGISTER HERE

Save the Date: Black and Brown Forum for Educational Equity and Excellence

2019-08-12T12:57:22-04:00August 18th, 2019|Events|

The NAACP Parents’ Council and Identity, Inc. will be hosting the 1st Black and Brown Forum for Educational Equity and Excellence on October 15, 2019 from 7-9 pm at Gaithersburg High School. The forum will bring together a cross section of Montgomery County education stakeholders, our advocacy partners supporting the Black and Brown Educational Equity Coalition, and other community leaders for a discussion and exploration of evidence-based solutions to create better educational outcomes for Black and Brown students in MCPS.

Leadership Montgomery: REAL Inclusion Program

2019-08-12T12:54:24-04:00August 17th, 2019|Events, Training Opportunities|

This program is intended for organizational teams of 3-5 members that include staff from a range of levels (i.e. executive leadership, middle management & staff). Attendees will examine the systemic beliefs, practices, and policies that have perpetuated racial inequities and situates that analysis within the context of organizational leadership. One registration form should be completed for each member of your team. Tuition is $2,800 per team member and includes food, facilitators and course materials. This program is offered through a partnership with Montgomery College. The form below is the standard Workforce Development & Continuing Education registration form.

Register for FIRM

2019-08-12T12:53:33-04:00August 16th, 2019|Events|

The only two-day FIRM session in FY20 will be on September 25-26, 2019 at The Universities at Shady Grove. FIRM provides various workshops focused on strengthening the partnership between staff and board in managing nonprofit organizations for financial sustainability.

FIRM strengthens nonprofits by helping:

  • Improve staff/board fiscal leadership – working together as a leadership team to insure healthy finances.
  • Learn about opportunities for County funding and how to “do business” with the County.
  • Create a specific workplan to for better financial administration procedures.
  • Develop and use budgets that reflect vision, mission and strategy.
  • Use financial statements and reports as strategic management and assessment tools.
When: September 25 and 26, 2019, from 8:30am to 5pm
Where: The Universities at Shady Grove
Cost: $25 for members, $525 for non-members
REGISTER FOR FIRM
FIRM is supported by The Montgomery County Government, The Greater Washington Community Foundation-Montgomery County, and The Universities at Shady Grove.

Stay tuned for FIRM for Small and Emerging Nonprofits  and FIRM for Program Directors in Spring 2020

Table for Ten New Executive Directors and CEOs

2019-08-12T12:52:23-04:00August 15th, 2019|Events|

Facilitated by Kathy Stevens, Executive Director, Montgomery Coalition for Adult English Literacy

Table for Ten is an opportunity for confidential and candid peer support and problem-solving on the challenges often faced by new Executive Directors. No need to reinvent the wheel—come and learn tips, tricks, and best practices from a seasoned Executive Director.

  • Due to the demand and the limited seats, your space is not guaranteed until you receive final confirmation from us.
  • This program is open to Nonprofit Montgomery members only.
  • If you are not yet a member, you may request that we hold a spot, if available, until your membership has been processed.

When: Wednesday mornings from 9-10:30am on September 18, October 16, and November 13
Where: The Leadership Hub, 6010 Executive Blvd. Suite 200, Rockville, MD 20852
Cost: Free
REGISTER HERE

Digital Fundraising

2019-08-12T12:50:48-04:00August 12th, 2019|Events|

Nonprofit Montgomery’s 2019 Summer Learning Series
Build your skills this summer
Digital Fundraising
Wondering how to leverage online giving, giving days, crowdfunding, and other digital techniques to grow your fundraising efforts?

This one-hour session will provide you with an effective and unbiased roadmap to implementing best practices that work for organizations of all sizes. You’ll leave with tons of ideas, real-life advice on important areas to focus on, and guidelines for evaluating your own and vendors’ digital fundraising efforts.

Topics covered: website conversion optimization; performance analytics; online giving forms; outbound and inbound donor marketing techniques; crowdfunding platforms; email best practices (compliance, deliverability, and conversions); digital ambassadors and volunteer management; social media; giving day strategies, integrating digital with other channels.

Wednesday, August 14 from 9-10am
New Location – The Nonprofit Village: 15800 Crabbs Branch Way, Suite 300, Rockville, MD 20855
Click here to register

Facilitated by Louis Diez, Director of the Annual Fund and Development Business Operations at the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

Stable + Affordable: Housing as a Foundation of Health – 2 Part Event

2019-07-29T10:15:26-04:00July 31st, 2019|Events, Member News|

Stable + Affordable: Housing as a Foundation of Health – 2 Part Event

The Primary Care Coalition is exploring the health and housing relationship in two parts – from the existing interventions that mitigate health/housing problems to big ideas for integrative solutions. Two informative half-day sessions will explore the impact of stable and affordable housing on health outcomes.

Session One: September 17 
Peter Edelman will walk us through his new book Not a Crime to Be Poor, in which he examines the socio-political influences that have led to the criminalization of poverty.

Session Two: October 15
We’ll explore the role quality, affordable housing plays in the health of residents and look at ways to form strategic links between housing and health systems.

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