Uncategorized

The new Interfaith Works Clothing Center at 751 Twinbrook Parkway, Rockville has opened its doors. Each year, more than 13,000 Montgomery County residents in need come to the IW Clothing Center to shop for free.

With the opening of the new facility, families also will gain access to services that will help them lift themselves out of poverty, including a computer lab, English classes, vocational counseling and referral services to address other family needs.

The center hours for customers are Tuesday through Friday, 9:30am – 12pm and 1pm – 3:30pm, and Saturdays from 9:30am – 1:30pm. Wednesdays are designated as a shopping day for disabled and senior citizen customers only. For more information, call 301-424-3796.

Out of Reach 2017: The High Cost of Housing (National Low Income Housing Coalition, 2017)
Maryland’s children fare well in well-being (Capital Gazette, June 17, 2017)
Giving USA’s Numbers for 2016 Pose Historic Challenge to Nonprofits(The Nonprofit Quarterly, June 13, 2017)
Kill Your Monthly Newsletter, Seriously (GoodUnited, June 12, 2017)
Federal Aid Supports Essential State and Local Investments in Maryland (Maryland Center on Economic Policy)

What is a Media Advisory? How is it different from a press release? And how can they help you get media coverage?
Work with veteran TV News journalist Cindy Peña and learn how to effectively pitch the media.

In this two-hour session, participants will learn:
• How to write media advisories and press releases
• When to use media advisories and press releases
• Where to send them so they get noticed by the press

Click here for more information and to register.

Our newsletter is sent to over 1,100 individuals interested in the county’s nonprofit sector. Email connect@nonprofitmoco.org to share your latest news, events, and job opportunities.

NYC’s Human-Service Providers Press for Changes in City Funding (City Limits, May 3, 2017)

It’s “Go Time” for Protecting Nonprofit Nonpartisanship (National Council of Nonprofits, May 15, 2017)

Five Skills You’ll Need To Lead The Company Of The Future (Fast Company, May 18, 2017)

The Hidden Power Of A Nonprofit Business Model (Forbes, May 23, 2017)

Compass volunteer teams of experienced business professionals provide consulting to nonprofits in Board Development, Funding Strategy, Strategic Planning, Strategic Partnerships & Collaborations, and Strategic Marketing. Applications are due June 12.

Do More 24 is a local movement, powered by United Way of the National Capital Area that encourages donors to contribute to the causes and organizations closest to their hearts to solve our region’s most pressing challenges. Through focused online giving on June 8, Do More 24 provides the opportunity for people to create solutions to those problems.

Leadership Montgomery expanded its portfolio of programs to include the Corporate Volunteer Council of Montgomery County (CVC). CVC’s Executive Director, Sarah Burnett joined the staff of Leadership Montgomery as Director, Corporate Engagement Programs, and the Board of Leadership Montgomery will be expanded to include four current CVC Board Members.