Nonprofit Resources

FIRM 2017 – Only A Few Spots Left

2017-06-29T14:16:41-04:00February 2nd, 2017|Nonprofit Resources, Training Opportunities|

Build your accounting and financial confidence with FIRM training specifically designed for Executive Directors, Board Members, and high-level program staff. FIRM is offered by Nonprofit Montgomery in partnership with the County government to help nonprofits become more sustainable. FIRM is strongly recommended for nonprofits who have contracts with, or hope to have contracts with, the County.  
Benefits: As a result of the learning, discussions, and planning, you can expect the following:
  • Leadership conversations and decisions that are focused on sustainability
  • Compelling narratives that illustrate both the financial and community benefit of your organization
  • Budget planning approaches that are strategic, produce realistic estimates, and engage staff and board
  • Financial reporting practices that provide appropriate information for making decisions about strategy and management
  • Tools for planning, making strategic decisions, and evaluating effectiveness AND efficiency together (aka – linking money and mission)
FIRM includes two full days of training for a team of up to four from each organization, plus three follow-up sessions. The dates for Spring are March 14 & 15 all day, and half-day tutorials on April 4, 25, and May 9. The cost is just $25 with Early Bird Registration through February 14.

Nonprofit Montgomery’s MORE

2017-06-29T14:16:41-04:00January 29th, 2017|Nonprofit Resources, Training Opportunities|

Nonprofit Montgomery’s MORE (Metrics, Outcomes and Responsible Evaluation) Training will help nonprofits learn about evaluation, and offer a deep dive into measuring impact and gauging program effectiveness.

Nonprofits participate in MORE as a team of up to four senior leaders. It consists of 1 1/2 days of training on April 27 and 28, an individual session with an evaluation consultant and a follow up session on June 6.

MORE is supported by Montgomery County Government, the Healthcare Initiative Foundation, and The Universities at Shady Grove. For information about MORE, please contact Lesley.

Registration will begin on February 1 to all Nonprofit Montgomery members.
The cost is just $25 for members.

How Nonprofits Can Participate in the County Employee Giving Campaign

2019-01-07T15:21:37-05:00January 27th, 2017|MoCo Government News, Nonprofit Resources|

To participate in the Montgomery County Employee Campaign in October-November 2017, a nonprofit must have a 501(c)(3) nonprofit status with an IRS Determination letter and be registered to solicit in the state. If a nonprofit can provide this documentation to America’s Charities before the campaign starts in October 2017, America’s Charities will include the nonprofit in the database of nonprofits so employees may search for and donate to them. Please contact the help desk at America’s Charities for more information.

Interesting Reads

2017-06-29T14:16:41-04:00January 24th, 2017|Nonprofit Resources|

Affordable Care Act repeal could cost Maryland more than $2 billion, report says

Building the Bicycle While We Ride It: Five Reflections on Nonprofit Co-Leadership

How Partnering With A Nonprofit Can Boost Your Crowdfunding Success

Philanthropy Forecast, 2017: Trends and Issues to Watch

Leggett Announces Capital Construction Budget: Full Funding for School Needs, Resources to Rapid Transit, White Oak Redevelopment, South County Rec & Aquatic Center, Core Infrastructure

Third Annual Education Budget Meetings

2017-06-29T14:16:42-04:00January 14th, 2017|Events, Nonprofit Resources, Uncategorized|

Councilmember Rice, MCPS Superintendent Dr. Smith, and Montgomery College President Dr. Pollard will be answering questions such as:

  • How are budget decisions made?
  • What is the county doing today to get ready for FY18 and beyond
  • What opportunities do residents have to influence budget decisions?

All meetings will be from 6:30-8:30pm
February 15, Northwest High School
March 8, Montgomery Blair High School
March 15, Montgomery College (Takoma Park/Silver Spring)-Catherine F. Scott Building, (CM Building) Room 211
March 22, Walter Johnson High School
March 29, Richard Montgomery High School

Questions? Contact Councilmember.Rice@montgomerycountymd.gov or call 240-777-7955.

FIRM: Financial Leadership-Leveraging Finances for Community Benefit/Impact

2019-01-07T15:21:38-05:00January 11th, 2017|Events, Nonprofit Resources|

Ever wonder …
  • How you can get all your financial data to tell a better story about the return you get on your investments? OR
  • How do you get people to understand the link between your finances and the work you do?

FIRM training is here to help. By taking FIRM, you’ll build your accounting and financial confidence with training specifically designed for Executive Directors, Board Members, and high-level program staff. FIRM is offered by Nonprofit Montgomery in partnership with the County government to help nonprofits become more sustainable. FIRM is strongly recommended for nonprofits who have contracts with, or hope to have contracts with, the County.  

Benefits: As a result of the learning, discussions, and planning, you can expect the following:

  • Leadership conversations and decisions that are focused on sustainability
  • Compelling narratives that illustrate both the financial and community benefit of your organization
  • Budget planning approaches that are strategic, produce realistic estimates, and engage staff and board
  • Financial reporting practices that provide appropriate information for making decisions about strategy and management
  • Tools for planning, making strategic decisions, and evaluating effectiveness AND efficiency together (aka – linking money and mission)
FIRM is for members of nonprofit organizations serving residents of Montgomery County. This 2-day intensive workshop with follow-on tutorials and personal support provides the strategic framework and practical tools needed to strengthen your organization’s financial leadership and management.
Spring session begins March 14 & 15 and Early Bird Registration is now open through February 14 and includes free tuition. Regular registration is open through March 1.
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