This three part series covers the essentials of supervision including leadership theory, labor legislation, and putting the three R’s---recruiting, retention and recognition---into practice. Class 1: Getting Grounded in the Why Leading and... (Register)
As busy nonprofit leaders, who has time for public policy or advocacy? For Alaska’s nonprofit sector, the answer is clear: everyone needs to make time! In fact, we don’t have the time NOT TO ENGAGE in policy issues. In this course, you will learn more about the... (Register)
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Mike Walsh, Vice President/Director of Public Policy, The Foraker Group
Have you ever wondered when it is appropriate to apply for a grant to support your organization? Have you felt frustrated in the past from a lot of effort for little return? Would you like to take some of the guess work out of the equation? This class is geared... (Register)
Social media becomes more important each year in PCG campaigns. Whether you’re a seasoned user or still getting your feet wet in the social media pool, you’ll find this a helpful session. We’ll review the tools that work... (Register)
In a world of buzz words like dashboards, indicators and outcomes, many leadership staff and boards want a tool they can use to make strategic decisions. This course will explore the use of financial benchmarks as a means to asking strategic questions and identifying trends in the... (Register)
Do you want to take some of the mystery out of grant writing? Are you interested in hands-on advice on the components of a grant? This class is geared toward helping staff, board and volunteers who will be writing proposals for their organizations. In this workshop you will: ... (Register)
Are you looking for helpful information about your board service in a short amount of time? Do you wish you had a fuller understanding of your role as a board member or want to mentor new board candidates? Do you hold the staff leadership position and wonder how you can better partner with... (Register)
Evaluation is an important process in any nonprofit. There are a range of tools and approaches for performance management and development of executive directors that can be utilized; each with its merits and shortcomings. In this class you will learn the components that make up an effective... (Register)
A sound business model is the basis of a business plan. Nonprofits are businesses with a double bottom line: mission and money. Our business plans explore all the components of nonprofit sustainability, including funding, and pay specific attention to mission-related earned income. Business... (Register)
Webinar
Mike Walsh, Vice President/Director of Public Policy, The Foraker Group