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Philanthropy Leaders Breakfast Series Register online now The 2008 Philanthropy Leaders Breakfast Series is a six-part series providing MCN members with an exclusive opportunity to hear from and engage with leaders of some of Minnesota’s most prominent philanthropic organizations. Upcoming Philanthropy Breakfast events: May
30 - David Etzwiler, Medtronic
Foundation David Etzwiler is also vice president of community affairs at Medtronic, Inc. He leads development and implementation of Medtronic’s global philanthropy strategies, responsible major partnerships with local, national and international organizations. The Medtronic Foundation is passionate about improving the health of people and communities throughout the world, focusing on improving the health of people with chronic diseases, educating future generations of scientific innovators, and enhancing the communities where Medtronic employees live and work. Before joining Medtronic, David was director of The Day One Project, a partnership of the Allina Foundation, Minnesota’s domestic violence shelters and the United Way of Minneapolis. David has served in executive positions at Family & Children’s Service and Family Service St. Croix and practiced law at Leonard, Street and Deinard, P.A. He serves on a number of nonprofit boards. June
27 - Lee Roper Batker, Women's
Foundation of Minnesota The Women’s Foundation of Minnesota funds and builds the capacity of innovative programs to grow the state of equality for women and girls statewide. They fund projects that redefine and reframe social issues, change individual and/or community behavior, build critical mass to engage more people in womens’ social issues, reform institutional policies and practices, and maintain earlier progress in the face of opposition. Prior to serving as president and CEO of the Women’s Foundation, Lee was the president and owner of a strategic fundraising and communications business for seven years. She also served as the executive director for ProChoice Resources and MN NARAL, focusing on low-income women's access to reproductive health care. Lee is a graduate of Augsburg College and received a diploma from the Higher Trade Union College in Moscow where she studied Trade Union movements in 1984. Details for all events: 7:30
- 9 a.m. (program begins at 8 a.m.) $35 per event for MCN members only To Register: 1. Register online (register for just the morning, just the afternoon, or both sessions) 2. By
fax - to register by fax, download and complete the registration
form (including credit card information)
and fax the form to 651-642-1517 Policies: Learn about MCN's policies on scholarships, refunds and substitutions. Grantwriting endeavors too often drain an organization’s limited resources and end in frustration. Nonprofits that consistently get their grants funded know how to target their solicitations, write a compelling case for their program or organization, make a flawless professional presentation, and build relationships and networks with their current and potential supporters. In this workshop, participants will gain knowledge that will help them to better understand and implement a more strategic grantwriting and development process for their organizations. In this fast-paced, interactive clinic, participants will:
This workshop is designed for people who are already working in a development capacity in a nonprofit. It is appropriate for those who are new to development and those looking to refresh their skills and perspective. It is not appropriate for those who are looking to work in a nonprofit doing development at some point in their career. Clinic participants will receive a Handbook for Successful Grant Writing* that covers topics ranging from research and planning to a glossary of commonly used terms. This grantwriting clinic is designed by the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits and is led by Lori Anne Williams.
* The Handbook is only available to participants and is not otherwise for sale.
Details: Date:
Wednesday, May 28 Register: 2. By
fax - to register by fax, download and complete the registration
form (including credit card information)
and fax the form to 651-642-1517 Policies: Learn about MCN's policies on scholarships refunds and substitutions. The
Nuts and Bolts of Fundraising: Building Your Nonprofit's Individual
and Major Donor Base
The vast majority (85%) of charitable funds come from individual donors - not foundations or corporations. Learn how your organization can build a fundraising program that taps into the generosity of individual donors and honors your unique mission. In this dynamic, down-to-earth session you will have ongoing opportunities to practice what you learn as we explore:
Participants will work on, and then walk away with, concrete information, tools and handouts that you can use immediately as part of your organization’s fundraising plan. This workshop is for staff and volunteers of small- to mid-sized organizations wanting to take your individual and major gifts fundraising strategy (no matter where it’s at) to the next level. Andy Robinson is the workshop presenter. For 27 years Andy Robinson has worked with a variety of nonprofits as a fundraiser, publicist, grantwriter, and community organizer. Since starting his consulting practice in 1995, Andy has provided support and training to thousands of nonprofit staff and volunteers in 45 U.S. states and in Canada. This workshop is being held on the following dates/locations: Tuesday,
June 10, Grand Rapids Wednesday,
June 11, St. Paul Thursday,
June 12, Mankato 2. By
fax - to register by fax, download and complete the registration
form (including credit card information)
and fax the form to 651-642-1517 Policies: Learn about MCN's policies on scholarships, refunds and substitutions. Mobilize Your Board to Raise More Money If your board isn't raising all the money it could - or, if your board isn't raising any money at all - you're not alone. In this workshop, we'll discuss the reasons why, and outline strategies to turn things around. You'll leave with several practical, specific ideas for increasing board involvement and effectiveness. In this dynamic, down-to-earth session you will have ongoing opportunities to practice what you learn as we explore:
Andy Robinson is the workshop presenter. For 27 years Andy Robinson has worked with a variety of nonprofits as a fundraiser, publicist, grantwriter, and community organizer. Since starting his consulting practice in 1995, Andy has provided support and training to thousands of nonprofit staff and volunteers in 45 U.S. states and in Canada. Thursday,
June 12, Mankato 2. By
fax - to register by fax, download and complete the registration
form (including credit card information)
and fax the form to 651-642-1517 Policies: Learn about MCN's policies on scholarships, refunds and substitutions. Grantwriting endeavors too often drain an organization’s limited resources and end in frustration. Nonprofits that consistently get their grants funded know how to target their solicitations, write a compelling case for their program or organization, make a flawless professional presentation, and build relationships and networks with their current and potential supporters. In this workshop, participants will gain knowledge that will help them to better understand and implement a more strategic grantwriting and development process for their organizations. In this fast-paced, interactive clinic, participants will:
This workshop is designed for people who are already working in a development capacity in a nonprofit. It is appropriate for those who are new to development and those looking to refresh their skills and perspective. It is not appropriate for those who are looking to work in a nonprofit doing development at some point in their career. Clinic participants will receive a Handbook for Successful Grant Writing* that covers topics ranging from research and planning to a glossary of commonly used terms. This grantwriting clinic is designed by the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits and is led by Lori Anne Williams.
* The Handbook is only available to participants and is not otherwise for sale. Details: Date:
Tuesday, June 24 Learn more about MCN membership and join now! Register: 2. By
fax - to register by fax, download and complete the registration
form (including credit card information)
and fax the form to 651-642-1517 Policies: Learn about MCN's policies on scholarships, refunds and substitutions. Grantwriting endeavors too often drain an organization’s limited resources and end in frustration. Nonprofits that consistently get their grants funded know how to target their solicitations, write a compelling case for their program or organization, make a flawless professional presentation, and build relationships and networks with their current and potential supporters. In this workshop, participants will gain knowledge that will help them to better understand and implement a more strategic grantwriting and development process for their organizations. In this fast-paced, interactive clinic, participants will:
This workshop is designed for people who are already working in a development capacity in a nonprofit. It is appropriate for those who are new to development and those looking to refresh their skills and perspective. It is not appropriate for those who are looking to work in a nonprofit doing development at some point in their career. Clinic participants will receive a Handbook for Successful Grant Writing* that covers topics ranging from research and planning to a glossary of commonly used terms. Please note that this workshop is open to MCN Members only. Learn more about MCN membership and join now! * The Handbook is only available to participants and is not otherwise for sale. Details: Date:
Thursday, November 6 Parking: Parking is free in the lot adjacent to the building. Fee:
$85 for MCN Members only Register: 2. By
fax - to register by fax, download and complete the registration
form (including credit card information)
and fax the form to 651-642-1517 Policies: Learn about MCN's policies on scholarships, refunds and substitutions. If you are currently working as a development staff person in a nonprofit, you are invited to join these informal discussions and information sharing groups. Each month a topic is identified around which the majority of the discussion will revolve. Participants are encouraged to bring questions, samples, and insights related to the topic of the day. In addition to the featured topic, each session will include time to network and discuss off-topic items. Such as to share recent projects or accomplishments, or ask your “burning questions” (whether they are related to the topic or not). This network is free and no RSVP is necessary. You are invited to bring your lunch, business cards, questions and ideas. If you have any questions about the series, please contact Leslie Nitabach at 651-642-1904, ext. 244, or leslie@mncn.org. Time
and Location: 2008
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Lori-Anne
Williams has twenty years of grant writing and nonprofit
management experience. She teaches grantseeking for the University
of St. Thomas and the Minnesota Council on Foundations. An independent
contractor, her current clients include the Red Wing Area Fund,
Jeremiah Program, Citizens League, the College of Design and
the Center for Bioethics at the University of Minnesota.|
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