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SUMMARY:Marketing with Meaning: How to Talk (Clearly) About Your Organization (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:In the nonprofit sector\, it’s important to talk about our organizations\, to explain who we are and what we do\, and often we only get one sentence to do it. Now\, more than ever\, having a concise message is essential. \nJoin Forefront and marketing expert Carol White for a discussion on marketing with meaning and learn how to use your voice as a compelling marketing tool for your organization. Learn to speak clearly and effectively about your organization and prepare to advocate for your mission in these unprecedented times. \nParticipants will have a chance to connect with Carol immediately following the webinar to explore additional questions and personal examples. \nProgram Fee: This program is Free and open to the general public. \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/unlock-a-powerful-marketing-tool-your-voice-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Network,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Philanthropy Speaks Series: Donor Engagement and Digital Marketing
DESCRIPTION:This program is being offered as part of the Philanthropy Speaks Development Series\, presented by Southern Illinois Community Foundation\, United Way of Southern Illinois\, and Forefront. \nProgram Fee: $30 Members of Forefront/ $40 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  \n\n\nAre you registered for the next Philanthropy Speaks event? \nGrant Research & Writing \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-donor-engagement-digital-marketing/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Gut Check: How to Say 'No' to Opportunities and Still Stay in Business (Galesburg)
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis program has been cancelled. \n  \nNot every opportunity is the right one\, but sometimes it’s hard to tell. You need a strategy to ensure you’re evaluating all opportunities appropriately and taking only those that will maximize your impact. This session will teach you to create a rubric for decision making that is transparent\, rigorous\, defendable\, and mission-oriented. \nProgram Fee: $15 Member 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/gut-check-how-to-say-no-to-opportunities-and-still-stay-in-business-galesburg/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Network,Nonprofit Program
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200422T113000
DTSTAMP:20260607T235438
CREATED:20190918T180742Z
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SUMMARY:Call for Courageous Leadership for Nonprofits (Springfield)
DESCRIPTION:In light of the COVID-19 outbreak\, this event has been cancelled. We are currently determining whether or not we will be able reschedule this workshop for a later date. Please check back soon for updates.  \nNew this year. Participants will learn that daring leadership requires four sets of skills that can be learned: rumbling with vulnerability\, living into our values\, braving trust\, and learning to rise. Based on the research of Dr. Brene Brown and her “Dare to Lead” philosophy\, this workshop will help participants practice how to ask for what they need\, set boundaries\, and reach out for support in order to determine their call to courage as a leader. \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/call-for-courageous-leadership-for-nonprofits-springfield/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:If This…Then This (Effingham)
DESCRIPTION:In light of the COVID-19 outbreak\, this event has been cancelled. We are currently determining whether or not we will be able reschedule this workshop for a later date. Please check back soon for updates.  \nHaving raw data on your organization’s impact is essential\, but how do you turn that data into a story and leverage it to best achieve your goals and mission? This workshop will teach you to develop an evaluation framework grounded in your strategic plan that will help you tell the story of your impact. Participants will think critically about the data they gather for their organization\, potential data they need to show progress towards goals and strategic directions\, and learn how to report data convincingly to stakeholders and funders to make key decisions. \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/if-this-then-this-effingham/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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