Learning and Networking for Non-Profit Professionals             

Non-Profit Classes - May - October 2008

  Introduction to Grant Writing

Notes: Recommended for those responsible for fund development in education, governmental agencies, and nonprofit organizations. Applies to the Nonprofit Management Certificate; anyone may enroll.

TOPICS:
• Identifying funding sources
• Developing a case for support
• Proposal components
• Preparing a budget
• Explaining objectives

Instructor: Lisa A. Jaworski, M.P.A., Indiana University; certified volunteer manager; director of operations, Food Bank of Northern Indiana, experienced grant writer and fundraiser.

"Great information. Exactly what I was looking for & hoped to get. Money well spent "

Lisa Sumrak
Introduction to Grant Writing

$189 (includes materials and parking)

Early Bird Special: Enroll by May 15 to receive a 10% discount on classes that begin after June 1
Enroll by August 15 to receive a 10% discount on classes that begin after September 1
 

2W-0807A:

4X-0807B:

   ONLINE OPTIONS

Introduction to Non-Profit Management
Topics include: basic nonprofit terminology; its economic impact on the community; mission statements and planning; life inside a nonprofit; role of the executive director; attracting and retaining volunteers; meeting management; financial management; special events; public relations strategy; finding the right nonprofit for you.

Creating Your Own Non-Profit
Topics include: basic nonprofit terminology; creating a mission statement and member buy-in; setting up your board of directors; Articles of Incorporation and bylaws; legal matters; organizational planning; recruiting and motivating volunteers and staff; developing budgets; strategic fundraising; marketing and media relations; effective use of the internet; advocacy rules.

Advanced Grant Proposal Writing
Topics include: how to format your grant proposal for different audiences; understand the reviewer's expectations; how to spot the funder/project matches that result in a 90 percent or higher funding success rate; how to write accurate and magnetizing copy; identifying partners; how to correctly prepare and mail your proposal.

Marketing Your Non-Profit
Topics include: common marketing terminology; setting marketing goals and objectives; understand targeting, positioning and branding; conducting a marketing audit using the 6 P's; internet marketing; PR, media outreach, and publicity; how to develop a marketing plan; the promotion planning process.

Wow, What a Great Event!
Topics include: a step-by-step approach to event planning; proper use of themes; selecting the best location; food and beverage selection and serving; selecting entertainment; corporate sponsorships; promoting your event; selecting your event planning committee or team; use of focus groups and surveys; evaluating your event
 

Non-Profit Management Certificate
$2095/300 hours; start anytime
No discount or refunds
www.iusb.edu/~cted/online

This Non-Profit Management online training program is for those who work with or desire to work in a non-profit organization or business environment. The Non-Profit Management Training Program is particularly well suited for anyone in the non-profit field who has recently assumed management responsibilities, anyone who is working in a non-profit organization or anyone who wants a perspective on some of the unique issues facing management of a non-profit organization. This certificater program consists of 10 modules geared to provide the essential to fit your busy work and family schedules. You will examine the fundamental principles of non-profit management as well as the roles and responsibilities of a non-profit board of directors and the management team, examine the essential aspects of fundraising, and become acquainted with the fundamentals of the budgeting process.