Do you wonder how best to financially oversee your organization as a board member? Are you prepared to have board discussions about money? Do you worry that your board is not paying enough attention to the financial side of your business? Without sound financial systems,... (Register)
Do you think your board could use a boost of commitment and energy? Do you wonder how to keep board members accountable? Do you wish your board had a solid recruitment and retention process? This class is ideal for organizations that want to thrive not just survive. You will learn how your board... (Register)
Do your eyes "glaze-over" during financial reports? Do you want to better understand what the financial reports say about the health of your organization? Do you want to focus on the issues that matter most and less on the minutia? As nonprofit organizations become more... (Register)
For this class, we request that you submit your financial statements (balance sheet and statement of activities) in advance to the instructor to reserve your site's spot in the critique session. Email catharinesommer@gmail.com . This... (Register)
Class 1: The Essentials of Fundraising | Choose your Sources, Know your Role Are you interested in learning about your options for raising charitable money and how the board can be involved in the process? Do you want to know how to use special events to... (Register)
Do you need a manual? If you have a manual now, does it provide the right information and support the organization or create potential liabilities? Employee Manuals, also called Handbooks, are quasi-legal documents. They can protect the organization or put it at risk. In this... (Register)
Are you an Executive Director or a nonprofit CEO who wants to work well with your board? Are you looking for useful tools to use in your relationship with the board? Do you want to network with other leaders? This dynamic course will offer you opportunities to discuss and discover the... (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)
Are you responsible for evaluating staff? Do you want a system that is not about penalty but instead encourages continuous improvement and mutual responsibility? Do you want to avoid some common mistakes? This course focuses on the important job of letting employees know if they're... (Register)
Building relationships that result in long-term financial support for your organization is a primary responsibility of nonprofit boards and staff. This course is designed for people who are actively involved in fundraising or want to increase their skills in the resource development... (Register)
Are you responsible for evaluating staff? Do you want a system that is not about penalty but instead encourages continuous improvement and mutual responsibility? Do you want to avoid some common mistakes? This course focuses on the important job of letting employees know if they're... (Register)
The Rasmuson Foundation aims to strengthen the nonprofit sector by offering tools and resources that reinforce sound financial management and organizational decision making. The Rasmuson Foundation has worked closely with representatives of the accounting and auditing sector in Alaska, as well... (Register)
Are you having trouble finding qualified applicants for vacant positions? Are you faced with the generational shift of Boomers retiring from your organization? Do you feel challenge of budget limitations for salaries and benefits? In this class we will explore a number of... (Register)
Are you an Executive Director or a nonprofit CEO who wants to work well with your board? Are you looking for useful tools to use in your relationship with the board? Do you want to network with other leaders? This dynamic course will offer you opportunities to discuss and discover the... (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
Even small nonprofits must be in conformance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. It's important that every employee is correctly designated as exempt or nonexempt from this law and paid appropriately. Upon completion of this course you should: Understand the... (Register)
For this class, we request that you submit your financial statements (balance sheet and statement of activities) in advance to the instructor to reserve your site's spot in the critique session. Email catharinesommer@gmail.com . This... (Register)
Making the best use of resources is a challenge for all nonprofit staff. A plan can help your organization focus its energy, know which "great" ideas to pursue and which to leave behind, and help prevent burnout. In this session you will: Learn the key components... (Register)
Do your eyes "glaze-over" during financial reports? Do you want to better understand what the financial reports say about the health of your organization? Do you want to focus on the issues that matter most and less on the minutia? As nonprofit organizations become more... (Register)
Do you wonder how your board can use its precious time to better focus on discussion, decisions and mission related education? Do you want to encourage the effective use of ad hoc committees? Do you want to better share information before, during and after each meeting without listening to... (Register)
Keeping and engaging qualified volunteers is a challenge for any nonprofit. In this class, you will learn how to: Review your current volunteer program Assess volunteer positions and review job descriptions for their relevance Develop a... (Register)