3/22/2012 – Donor Centered Fundraising
On March 22, 2012 renowned speaker and author Penelope Burk will be in Waco to share some of the most important innovations in modern day fundraising. In 2000, Penelope introduced the not-for-profit industry to the concept of Donor-Centered Fundraising®, transforming the way the sector communicates with donors and bringing fundraising in line with donors’ needs. Today, Penelope’s groundbreaking research continues to gain international recognition for challenging long-standing but ineffective fundraising practices and showcasing evidence-based methods that raise more money.
When: Thursday, March 22, 2012, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Where: City of Waco Multipurpose Facility, 1020 Elm Avenue, Waco, Texas
Cost: $19/person. To register for the training session(s), contact Robert Johnson, McLennan Community College at 299-8055 or 299-8888. Registration is available Monday – Friday, between 8 am – 5pm.
To learn more about Penelope, Donor Centered Fundraising and the Research group behind the effort, visit http://www.cygresearch.com/pb/
March 17, 2012 - Library Workshop – “Introduction to Foundation Center Resources: Grantseeker Tools for Success”
This program will cover the online resources and benefits that the Foundation Center offers for nonprofits, and will include instructions on how to utilize the Foundation Center’s Online funders directory.
When: Saturday, March 17, 2012 from 10:30 am -12:30 pm
Where: Waco McLennan County Library, 5301 Bosque Blvd, Waco, Texas
Cost: Free!
April 3, 2012 - Library Workshop – “Introduction to Corporate Giving”
In this program, attendees will review the ways corporation choose to give and why, discuss parameters for gauging their readiness to seek corporate support; and things to consider when seeking to identity and approach prospects..
When: Tuesday, April 3, 2012 from 6:00 pm-7:00pm
Where: Waco McLennan County Library, 5301 Bosque Blvd, Waco, Texas
Cost: Free!
May 1, 2012 - Library Workshop – “Introduction to Fundraising Planning”
This introductory program covers the necessary steps for developing a successful fundraising plan: a case statement, goal setting, diversified funding partners, and more.
When: Tuesday, May 1, 2012 from 6:00 pm-7:00pm
Where: Waco McLennan County Library, 5301 Bosque Blvd, Waco, Texas
Cost: Free!
8/20-25/2012 – Grantsmanship Training
Designed for both novice and experienced grantseekers, the Grantsmanship Training Program® is a comprehensive, hands-on workshop that covers researching funding sources and writing and reviewing real proposals. The program will teach you to use The Grantsmanship Center's® proposal writing format, the most widely used in the world. During the workshop you will search out funding sources and, as part of a team, you will develop a proposal for your own agency or help a classmate develop one. You will leave this workshop with new skills and the ability to apply those skills to the needs of your own organization.
When: Monday – Friday, August 20-25, 2012
Time: Mon, Tues, Thur 8:30 am -5:30 pm, Wed 8:30 am – 8 pm, Fri 8:30 am – 1pm
Where: Waco-McLennan County Library, 5301 Bosque Boulevard, Waco, Texas
Tuition: $895 ($50 discount for additional registrants from the same agency). To register contact The Grantsmanship Center at www.tgci.com.
September 4, 2012 - Library Workshop – “Proposal Writing & Budgeting Basics”
Receive a brief overview on how to put together an effective request for funding. The session will include an overview of the proposal creation process -how to properly organize, write, package, and submit an application. We will also touch on the basic components of a proposal budget, addressing its development, organization and the importance of proper financial tracking.
When: Tuesday, September 4, 2012 from 6:00 pm-7:00pm
Where: Waco McLennan County Library, 5301 Bosque Blvd, Waco, Texas
Cost: Free!
October 2, 2012 - Library Workshop – “How to Approach a Foundation”
This introductory program provides a brief overview of how to successfully initiate and build relationships with foundations by understanding the key stages in the process of seeking a grant.
This introductory program provides a brief overview of how to successfully initiate and build relationships with foundations by understanding the key stages in the process of seeking a grant.
When: Tuesday, October 2, 2012 from 6:00 pm-7:00pm
Where: Waco McLennan County Library, 5301 Bosque Blvd, Waco, Texas
Cost: Free!
November 6, 2012 - Library Workshop – “Introduction to Foundation Center Resources/Finding Funders”
This program will cover the online resources and benefits that the Foundation Center offers for nonprofits, and will include instructions on how to utilize the Foundation Center’s Online funders directory.
This program will cover the online resources and benefits that the Foundation Center offers for nonprofits, and will include instructions on how to utilize the Foundation Center’s Online funders directory.
When: Tuesday, November 6, 2012 from 6:00 pm-7:00pm
Where: Waco McLennan County Library, 5301 Bosque Blvd, Waco, Texas
Cost: Free!