Training Opportunities

Upcoming Nonprofit Montgomery Programs and Events

2019-09-02T14:20:38-04:00September 2nd, 2019|Events, Training Opportunities|

BoardMatch Montgomery
Thursday, October 24, 9am to noon
Register here

Nonprofit Montgomery Workshop- Assessing Fiscal Health: The View from DHHS  
Monday, October 28, 10am-noon
Register here

HR for Nonprofits: Meaningful Performance Conversations
Thursday, October 31, 9-11am

MORE – Metrics, Outcomes and Responsible Evaluation
November 20 and 21 – 8:30am to 4pm
Registration opens in September

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.

CFO/Finance Director Network

2019-09-02T14:14:19-04:00September 2nd, 2019|Nonprofit Resources, Training Opportunities|

Calling all CFOs, Finance Managers, and nonprofit staff who deal with organizational finances! We are due for another CFO networking–anyone want to host?

We’ll provide the CPAs to answer your 1099 contractor vs. employee questions in a confidential/judgment free space. If you are interested in joining the network or hosting, please contact Meredith.

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

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.

Community Action Board Accepting Applications for Free Advocacy Training Program

2019-07-29T10:12:10-04:00July 30th, 2019|Events, Training Opportunities|

The County’s Community Action Board is accepting applications for its Community Advocacy Institute. The Community Advocacy Institute is a free program that will teach residents basic advocacy skills and it provides hands-on opportunities to advocate for important issues in the community. To qualify for the program, participants must be County residents with household incomes of $55,000 or less. Applications are due by Friday, August 16.

Digital Fundraising

2019-07-29T10:05:50-04:00July 27th, 2019|Events, Nonprofit Resources, Training Opportunities|

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
The Leadership Hub: 6010 Executive Blvd. Suite 200, Rockville, MD 20852
Click here to register

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

Save the Date: FIRM in FY20

2019-07-17T12:42:19-04:00July 18th, 2019|Events, Training Opportunities|

Save the Date: FIRM in FY20

Save the date for the only two-day FIRM session in FY20: September 25-26, 2019

FIRM provides various workshops focused on strengthening the partnership between staff and board in managing nonprofit organizations for financial sustainability. FIRM also includes follow up sessions, as well as support, and  access to resources and special presentations.

Making Sense of the Census-What nonprofits can do and a Q&A with County Government

2019-07-17T12:03:08-04:00July 17th, 2019|Events, Training Opportunities|

Making Sense of the Census
What nonprofits can do and a Q&A with County Government

Nonprofits have an important role to play in engaging diverse communities to complete the Census. This meeting will be an opportunity to: 

  • learn more about the 2020 Census
  • dialogue with County leaders about participation and the fear generated by a potential citizenship question, and
  • find out about resources available to help nonprofits get the word out.

Mobilizing our community around the 2020 Census is critical for representation and the allocation of resources on which nonprofits and communities depend.

Diane Vu, Director of the Office of Community Partnerships and the 2020 Census team will answer your questions and provide information about how nonprofits can get involved.

Tuesday, August 6, 3:30-5pm
The Leadership Hub, 6010 Executive Blvd. Suite 200, Rockville, MD 20852
Register here

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