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SUMMARY:#ILGive Series #3: Social Media Storytelling (Galesburg)
DESCRIPTION:Storytelling goes beyond your organization’s overall mission and allows potential supporters to connect with your work and feel like they can make a difference. We’ll share our best practices for telling engaging stories during #ILGive to make your donors feel like the champions they are. You also will see what effective storytelling looks like on different social media platforms and find out how those stories can promote online giving. \n  \n \nFull participation in this program is applicable for 1 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/il-give-series-3-social-media-storytelling-galesburg/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Nonprofit Network,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191106T143000
DTSTAMP:20260608T051539
CREATED:20190911T153604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191003T204833Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Prospect Research: Finding Grants (Effingham)
DESCRIPTION:Forefront’s Library holds more than 3\,000 volumes on grantmaking\, fundraising\, nonprofit management and governance\, and is an invaluable resource. It also can be overwhelming. This workshop will provide a place to start a search for funding. You’ll get a brief overview of our databases\, the Library’s print collection\, and online research guides. The session also will take a deeper look at Candid’s database\, Foundation Directory Online. \nParticipants will leave with the ability to use Forefront Library databases to conduct research on potential grant funding. This workshop is ideal for nonprofit professionals conducting fundraising or prospect research. \nProgram fee: Free \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n \n“Full participation in this program is applicable for 1.5 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.”
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/introduction-to-prospect-research-finding-grants-effingham/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Central IL,Nonprofit Program,Prospect Research Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191106T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191106T163000
DTSTAMP:20260608T051539
CREATED:20190911T155002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191003T204735Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Prospect Research: Individual Donors (Effingham)
DESCRIPTION:Forefront’s Library holds more than 3\,000 volumes on grantmaking\, fundraising\, nonprofit management and governance\, and is an invaluable resource. This workshop will take a deeper look at the Library’s available databases for researching individual donors. This is a great opportunity to use the Library’s extensive resources to gather essential information on prospects and streamline your work. \nParticipants will leave with the ability to use the Forefront Library databases to conduct individual donor research. This workshop is ideal for nonprofit professionals conducting fundraising or prospect research. \nProgram fee: Free \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n \n“Full participation in this program is applicable for 1.5 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.”
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/introduction-to-prospect-research-individual-donors-effingham/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Central IL,Nonprofit Network,Prospect Research Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T103000
DTSTAMP:20260608T051539
CREATED:20190911T155844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191002T182418Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Prospect Research: Finding Grants (Decatur)
DESCRIPTION:Forefront’s Library holds more than 3\,000 volumes on grantmaking\, fundraising\, nonprofit management and governance\, and is an invaluable resource. It also can be overwhelming. This workshop will provide a place to start a search for funding. You’ll get a brief overview of our databases\, the Library’s print collection\, and online research guides. The session also will take a deeper look at Candid’s database\, Foundation Directory Online. \nParticipants will leave with the ability to use Forefront Library databases to conduct research on potential grant funding. This workshop is ideal for nonprofit professionals conducting fundraising or prospect research. \nProgram fee: Free \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n \n“Full participation in this program is applicable for 1.5 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.”
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/introduction-to-prospect-research-finding-grants-decatur/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Nonprofit Program,Prospect Research Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T051539
CREATED:20190911T160256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191002T182553Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Prospect Research: Individual Donors (Decatur)
DESCRIPTION:Forefront’s Library holds more than 3\,000 volumes on grantmaking\, fundraising\, nonprofit management and governance\, and is an invaluable resource. This workshop will take a deeper look at the Library’s available databases for researching individual donors. This is a great opportunity to use the Library’s extensive resources to gather essential information on prospects and streamline your work. \nParticipants will leave with the ability to use the Forefront Library databases to conduct individual donor research. This workshop is ideal for nonprofit professionals conducting fundraising or prospect research. \nProgram fee: Free \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n \n“Full participation in this program is applicable for 1.5 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.”
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/introduction-to-prospect-research-individual-donors-decatur/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Nonprofit Program,Prospect Research Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191112T110000
DTSTAMP:20260608T051539
CREATED:20190916T211250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191031T195922Z
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SUMMARY:Circle Up! Circles for Effective Meetings and Relationship Building (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:New this year. It’s a gathering arrangement that’s been around for centuries. More recently\, circle meetings are gaining wider acceptance as an effective way to enhance collaboration\, trust\, and generosity in organizations. Learn more about the structures\, rituals\, artifacts and the roles of the host\, guardian\, and scribe. Leave with a plan to host one of these potentially-transformative meetings at your organization. \nProgram Fee: Free Members of Forefront/$15 Non-Members \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n  \nNeed help? Email us: registration@myforefront.org
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/circle-up-circles-for-effective-meetings-and-relationship-building-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Network,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260608T051539
CREATED:20190828T221957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T144319Z
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SUMMARY:#ILGive Series #3: How to Use Powerful Images to Boost Your Online Fundraising (Quincy)
DESCRIPTION:In this third session of our #ILGive series you will learn tips on how great images help donors visualize the impact they have when they make a gift and why it’s important to be strategic when choosing images. \n  \n \nFull participation in this program is applicable for 2 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/ilgive-series-3-how-to-use-powerful-images-to-boost-your-online-fundraising-quincy/
LOCATION:John Wood Community College\, 1301 S 48th Street\, Quincy\, IL\, 62305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191113T110000
DTSTAMP:20260608T051539
CREATED:20190916T212319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191111T150014Z
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SUMMARY:iCAT - Impact Capacity Assessment Tool (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:The Impact Capacity Assessment Tool (iCAT)\, an evaluation based on anonymous survey results from key stakeholders\, can help organizations better understand their strengths and challenges. Participants in this webinar will be given a quick overview of the iCAT; why an organization would use it; and who should participate in the survey and debriefing. Forefront provides free\, once-a-year access to the iCAT as a benefit for Nonprofit Members. We recommend that any Member interested in utilizing the iCAT join us for the webinar. \nProgram Fee: Free \nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/icat-impact-capacity-assessment-tool-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Network,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191119T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260608T051539
CREATED:20190912T201625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191015T140745Z
UID:2909084-1574163000-1574168400@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Possibility (Galesburg)
DESCRIPTION:Partnerships joined and guided by shared value and purpose can create magic. Explore the many possibilities organizations have to create social good when they come together for long-term\, durable partnerships. Join Forefront as we bring nationally-acclaimed experts BoardSource to the Monmouth/Galesburg community to share insights about what works in a partnership\, pitfalls to avoid\, and strategies for nonprofit leaders interested in exploring options for collaboration. \nProgram Fee: $15 Members of Forefront/$25 Non-Members \nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/the-power-of-possibility-galesburg/
LOCATION:Knox College\, Alumni Hall\, Trustees Room (302) 2 East South Street\, Galesburg\, IL\, Alumni Hall\, Trustees Room (302)\, 2 East South Street\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Network,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191120T103000
DTSTAMP:20260608T051539
CREATED:20190912T201243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190916T211229Z
UID:2909076-1574240400-1574245800@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Diversifying Boards (Springfield)
DESCRIPTION:Take a moment to visualize the faces and voices that make up your board table. How diverse is it? As the decision-making body at the highest level of organizational leadership\, boards play a critical role in creating an organization that prioritizes\, supports\, and invests in diversity\, inclusion\, and equity. Join Forefront as we bring nationally recognized board experts BoardSource to Springfield to help you understand the impact a diverse board has on making a social difference and learn strategies to balance the perspectives at your board table.\nProgram Fee: $15 Members of Forefront/$25 Non-Members\nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/diversifying-boards-springfield/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191120T130000
DTSTAMP:20260608T051539
CREATED:20190828T224831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190919T172701Z
UID:2891991-1574251200-1574254800@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:#ILGive Series #3: How to Use Powerful Images to Boost Your Online Fundraising (Springfield)
DESCRIPTION:In this third session of our #ILGive series you will learn tips on how great images help donors visualize the impact they have when they make a gift and why it’s important to be strategic when choosing images.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/ilgive-series-3-how-to-use-powerful-images-to-boost-your-online-fundraising-springfield/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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