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SUMMARY:Federal Grants: The Basics (Galesburg)
DESCRIPTION:The range of public funding options varies widely depending on your organization’s size and mission. No matter what\, you need to create an effective infrastructure to find opportunities for publicly-funded grants\, obtain them\, and then administer them effectively. This workshop will teach the fundamentals of public funding and assist those new to government grants with the process of identifying and applying for funding opportunities. \nProgram Fee: $15 Members of Forefront/$25 Non-Members (Members must log into the Forefront website to obtain their discount. Create a new account here.) \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n \nFull 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/federal-grants-the-basics-monmouth/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Network,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Philanthropy Speaks Series: Grant Research and Writing (Carterville)
DESCRIPTION:Take your fundraising to the next level in this full-day. Diversify your organization’s fundraising base\, create a plan of action\, and learn how to utilize Forefront’s Library resources to locate funding opportunities and connect with new donors. Participants will also explore the “do’s” and “don’ts” of proposal writing\, including the art of “the follow up\,” before learning to craft a proposal outline of their own. \nThis program is being offered in Carterville\, IL as part of the Philanthropy Speaks Development Series\, presented by Southern Illinois Community Foundation\, United Way of Southern Illinois\, and Forefront. \nProgram Fee: $45 Members of Forefront/ $55 Non-Member (Members must log into the Forefront website to obtain their discount. Create a new account here.) \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n  \nAre you registered for the next Philanthropy Speaks event? \nDonor Engagement & Digital Marketing \nBoard Development & Volunteer Engagement \nCPA\, Attorney & Investment Advisors \nNot-for-Profit Advocacy & Best Practices \nDevelopment & Succession Planning \nPurchase the Philanthropy Speaks Series Package and save\, here.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/philanthropy-speaks-series-grant-research-writing/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Making it Happen: Strategy in Action (Springfield)
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis program has been cancelled. \n  \nFinancial pressures\, public policy changes\, and other unforeseen difficulties can derail an organization. In this workshop\, you will gain an overview of best practices in operationalizing strategic goals. The session also will help you identify common challenges in making and supporting strategic initiatives. And\, before it’s completed\, you’ll receive sample tools for assessing and mobilizing effective work structures throughout your organization. \nProgram Fee: $15 Members of Forefront/$25 Non-Members (Members must log into the Forefront website to obtain their discount. Create a new account here.) \nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/making-it-happen-strategy-in-action-springfield/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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