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Skill Building Circle for Financial Management May 18, 2012 New circle for nonprofit leaders/board members that focus on the financial management of their organization.
“I Have a Contact There” Building Good Relationships with the Media - NEW May 23, 2012 So you’ve written the perfect news release and captioned your marvelous photo to support your story. So why doesn’t your event or news get covered by media? $29
SKILL BUILDING CIRCLE FOR FUND DEVELOPMENT May 25, 2012 This skill building circle is an opportunity to connect, coach, learn and share with participants tools and strategies for effective fund development.
Cloud Computing Essentials: Keeping Your Information Safe & Accessible - NEW June 7, 2012 Update your technology plans for the age of cloud computing. We’ll cover how to choose “cloud-ready” equipment: laptops with long battery life, mobile hotspots, and Internet-enabled printers. $35
Projecting Cash Flow: No Crystal Ball Required! - NEW June 19, 2012 Ever wonder how to use actual and budgeted activity to project cash flow in your organization? $29 Best Deal! Attend Both Classes - Internal Financial Controls and Projecting Cash Flow for only $49!

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Recent NPA workshop participants enjoy the interactive format of the Major Gifts Fundraising training.

Project 20/20 Forum: Preparing for, Getting in & Moving Ahead in the Workplace

Published May 17, 2012

How should students prepare themselves for the workforce? What does it take to get an job interview? How can a young professional advance in their current position? Join us for our next forum...

Wednesday, May 30, 2012 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Burnham Brook Community Center, Lew Boyd Room 200 W. Michigan Avenue, downtown Battle Creek As our nation's 75+ million Baby Boomers prepare to sail off into retirement, the next generation of workers stand ready to fill in the gap and make their marks. Students and young professionals are busy building resumes, preparing for interviews and finding ways to set themselves a part for their next promotion opportunity. A facilitated... Read more

Nonprofit Moving - Free Office Furniture & Supplies to Nonprofits

Published May 2, 2012

Junior Achievement of Southwest Michigan is moving its office and has extra office furniture it no longer needs. Any 501(c)3 nonprofit is welcome to come by and take what they want. All items are first come, first served and MUST be removed by you when you are here (no “reserving” and coming back for it). Please come to the JA office at 15189 South Helmer Road, Battle Creek on June 5 from 10-11 a.m. or June 6 from 2-3 p.m. Items include desks, chairs, tables, cabinets, shelving, miscellaneous office supplies, and even some computer equipment and printers. Call JA at 968-9188 ext 22 with questions.

Apply for the $100,000 Drucker Award for Nonprofit Innovation

Published April 16, 2012

The first-place prize is $100,000, thanks to a generous grant from The Coca-Cola Foundation. The second-place award is $7,500, and the third-place prize is $5,000.

The award application is now available on the Drucker Institute website. All IRS-certified 501(c)(3) organizations are eligible to apply. The submission deadline is July 1. (If you have questions about the application or award process, please contact award@druckerinstitute.com). Read more

The 2012 Prudential Leadership Awards for Exceptional Nonprofit Boards

Published April 16, 2012

BoardSource and Prudential proudly announce the 2012 Prudential Leadership Awards for Exceptional Nonprofit Boards.

In recognition of the critical role that boards play in overseeing their organizations' missions, finances, and strategic directions. Presented as part of the 2012 BoardSource Leadership Forum (Hyatt Regency Chicago, September 14 & 15), the awards include $25,000 Grand Prize $10,000 Second-Place Prize $5,000 Third-Place Prize Two $2,500 Honorable Mentions The application deadline is June 1, 2012. http://www.boardsource.org/blf/competition.htm Read more

Find Funding Opportunities

Published April 4, 2012

Need to find a funder for your program, agency operations or new initiative? The Foundation Directory Online is available at the NPA office. Just schedule an appointment with NPA staff by calling 269.565.2190 or click Contact Us and send us a message.

OMNI Community Credit Union Announces $50,000 Grant Program for Southwest Michigan

Published January 10, 2012

Given these economic times, charitable organizations continue to have a great need for financial assistance.

OMNI Community Credit Union has announced it will be distributing $50,000 throughout 2012 through its “OMNI Gives Back” Grant program. Distributions through the grant program will be made to charitable organizations throughout Southwest Michigan. To apply for the “OMNI Gives Back” Grant, visit www.omnigivesback.org. Read more