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SUMMARY:Capital Campaigns (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Please note: In light of the COVID-19 outbreak\, all in-person Forefront events will be canceled\, postponed\, or modified to be a webinar. We are currently determining whether we are able to reconfigure this course as a webinar. Please check back soon for updates.\n  \n** This webinar has been canceled. \n  \nYour organization is thinking about undertaking a huge new project\, and the team is considering running a capital campaign to secure the funds\, attention\, and excitement from your community. This seminar gives board members and staff an overview of planning and conducting a successful capital campaign that achieves your goal. You will have the opportunity to rate your organization’s readiness for a capital campaign using Kent Dove’s Preparedness Index\, get hands-on experience working through case statements and feasibility studies\, and walk away with a complete outline\, a PowerPoint presentation\, and worksheet handouts that include a campaign budget and timeline. \nProgram Fee: Free Members of Forefront/$15 Non-Members (Members must log into the Forefront website to obtain their discount. Create a new account here.) \n  \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n  \n \nFull participation in this program is applicable for 3 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/capital-campaigns/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200407T113000
DTSTAMP:20260621T145416
CREATED:20190918T180027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200403T172941Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200408T120000
DTSTAMP:20260621T145416
CREATED:20190827T165512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200312T182044Z
UID:2891504-1586336400-1586347200@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Management 102
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis program has been cancelled. \n  \nThis course is designed to train volunteer managers on the basics of project design and management. Participants will gain the skills and tools to develop high quality volunteer projects that retain and cultivate volunteers. \nThis program is part two of a three part series. Register here for Volunteer Management 101 and Volunteer Management 201. \nProgram fee: $35 Members of Forefront / $160 Non-members (Members must log into the Forefront website to obtain their discount. Create a new account here.) \nReminder! Forefront is moving!\nThis program will be held in the Forefront conference room at our new office in the FBRK Impact House:\n200 West Madison\, 2nd floor\nChicago\, IL 60606 \n*Please note! Registration is required for this program and a government-issued I.D. is necessary to gain access to the building.  Please allow extra time to clear the security desk.* \n  \nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/volunteer-management-102-2/
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200409T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260621T145416
CREATED:20190827T161519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200312T195655Z
UID:2891462-1586422800-1586433600@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Building Your Best Board: Structure and Process
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis program has been cancelled. \n  \nIs the structure of your board and committees designed to support your strategic plan and your diversity\, equity\, and inclusion goals? Are your board and committee meetings driving board members away? Do meetings produce board actions that drive the organization forward\, or is the board stuck on minutiae that staff can handle? \nA well-designed board and committee structure and meeting agenda with the right leaders can make the difference in an organization’s ability to move ahead on transformational change. In this workshop\, participants will learn to: \n\nDeconstruct the structure and processes that may be holding your board back from being more effective and inclusive\nStructure committees for greater leadership\, impact and engagement\nRedesign meetings for greater effectiveness\, inclusivity and engagement\nDevelop an action plan for injecting new energy into your board’s work that helps members reengage and recommit\n\nThis workshop is ideal for nonprofit board members and nonprofit staff who engage with the board. \nProgram fee: $35 Members of Forefront / $160 Non-members (Members must log into the Forefront website to obtain their discount. Create a new account here.) \nForefront is offering additional board-related programs in 2020 focused on recruitment\, diversity and inclusion\, fundraising\, and performance and culture. \n  \nReminder! Forefront is moving!\nThis program will be held in the Forefront conference room at our new office in the FBRK Impact House:\n200 West Madison\, 2nd floor\nChicago\, IL 60606 \n*Please note! Registration is required for this program and a government-issued I.D. is necessary to gain access to the building.  Please allow extra time to clear the security desk.* \n  \nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/building-your-best-board-structure-process/
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200413T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200413T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T145416
CREATED:20190912T153332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T202357Z
UID:2909012-1586770200-1586775600@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Canceled - Introduction to Prospect Research: Finding Grants
DESCRIPTION:Please note: This event has been canceled. \nForefront’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. We encourage you to bring a laptop to get the most out of this hands-on experience. \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 \n  \nReminder! Forefront is moving!\nThis program will be held in the Forefront conference room at our new office in the FBRK Impact House:\n200 West Madison\, 2nd floor\nChicago\, IL 60606 \n*Please note! Registration is required for this program and a government-issued I.D. is necessary to gain access to the building.  Please allow extra time to clear the security desk.* \n  \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/finding-grants-april2020/
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program,Prospect Research Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200415T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200415T160000
DTSTAMP:20260621T145416
CREATED:20190905T175602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200323T183059Z
UID:2902386-1586941200-1586966400@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Lead Right Now (Chicago)
DESCRIPTION:** These programs have been cancelled.\n\n  \nDoing what you’ve always done will get you the same results you’ve always gotten. If you’re ready to make more progress on the things you care about\, join us for this series based on the principles and practices of adaptive leadership developed at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding that anyone can lead — anytime\, anywhere — while gaining tools and skills to kickstart new actions in your work. \nLead Right Now is a three-part series: \n\nApril 15\, 2020 / 9am-4pm\nApril 22\, 2020 / 1pm-4:30pm\nApril 29\, 2020 / 1pm – 4:30pm\n\nInstructor: Lisa May Simpson\n \nProgram fee: $150 Members of Forefront / $500 Non-members (Members must log into the Forefront website to obtain their discount. Create a new account here.) \n  \nReminder! Forefront is moving!\nThis program will be held in the Forefront conference room at our new office in the FBRK Impact House:\n200 West Madison\, 2nd floor\nChicago\, IL 60606 \n*Please note! Registration is required for this program and a government-issued I.D. is necessary to gain access to the building.  Please allow extra time to clear the security desk.* \n  \nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/lead-right-now-chicago/
CATEGORIES:General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200415T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200415T163000
DTSTAMP:20260621T145416
CREATED:20191007T160618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200110T202852Z
UID:2910242-1586953800-1586968200@myforefront.org
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/
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200416T120000
DTSTAMP:20260621T145416
CREATED:20190827T200059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200323T174716Z
UID:2891581-1587027600-1587038400@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Evaluation for Social Justice: Community Engagement
DESCRIPTION:  \n* * This program has been cancelled.\n \n  \nCommunity engagement is at the core of sustainable change\, and when nonprofits create new plans for programs or services\, community members need to bring their wisdom and lived experience to the table to drive outcomes. So\, how do we engage authentically and meaningfully with communities we serve? This workshop will explore the most promising practices of community engagement\, giving you the tools to best evaluate how to change your planning processes to include the voices of those who benefit from and are affected by your programs. \nThis program is part of a series. View other programs in the series here: \n\nIntroduction to Evaluation for Social Justice\n\nEvaluation for Social Justice: Cultural Sensitivity\, Humility and Learning \nEvaluation for Social Justice: Responding to Context\n\nProgram fee: $35 Members of Forefront / $160 Non-members (Members must log into the Forefront website to obtain their discount. Create a new account here.) \n  \nReminder! Forefront is moving!\nThis program will be held in the Forefront conference room at our new office in the FBRK Impact House:\n200 West Madison\, 2nd floor\nChicago\, IL 60606 \n*Please note! Registration is required for this program and a government-issued I.D. is necessary to gain access to the building.  Please allow extra time to clear the security desk.* \n  \nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/evaluation-for-social-justice-community-engagement/
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200420T120000
DTSTAMP:20260621T145416
CREATED:20190829T155601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200323T181855Z
UID:2892037-1587373200-1587384000@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Cultivating Major Gifts
DESCRIPTION:*This program has been canceled.\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll help you define what “major gift” means for your organization and cover strategies needed to secure them. Participants will learn to: \n\nUtilize the cycle of donor relations\nConduct prospect evaluation sessions\nCreate a cultivation plan\nCreate solicitation strategies based on donor motivation\nMaximize gift results\n\nThis workshop is ideal for nonprofit professionals responsible for securing donations from individuals and are new to major gifts. \nProgram fee: $35 Members of Forefront / $160 Non-members \n  \nReminder! Forefront is moving!\nThis program will be held in the Forefront conference room at our new office in the FBRK Impact House:\n200 West Madison\, 2nd floor\nChicago\, IL 60606 \n*Please note! Registration is required for this program and a government-issued I.D. is necessary to gain access to the building.  Please allow extra time to clear the security desk.* \n  \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n  \n \nFull participation in this program is applicable for 3 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/cultivating-major-gifts/
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200421T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T145416
CREATED:20190829T161119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200323T191211Z
UID:2892043-1587459600-1587466800@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Making it Happen: Strategy in Action
DESCRIPTION:  \n*This 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: $35 Members of Forefront / $160 Non-members (Members must log into the Forefront website to obtain their discount. Create a new account here.) \n  \nReminder! Forefront is moving!\nThis program will be held in the Forefront conference room at our new office in the FBRK Impact House:\n200 West Madison\, 2nd floor\nChicago\, IL 60606 \n*Please note! Registration is required for this program and a government-issued I.D. is necessary to gain access to the building.  Please allow extra time to clear the security desk.* \n  \nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/making-it-happen-strategy-in-action/
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200421T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200421T130000
DTSTAMP:20260621T145416
CREATED:20190918T174336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200218T182116Z
UID:2909406-1587466800-1587474000@myforefront.org
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/
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Network,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200422T113000
DTSTAMP:20260621T145416
CREATED:20190918T180742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200325T183053Z
UID:2909458-1587546000-1587555000@myforefront.org
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/
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200423T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T145416
CREATED:20190918T181033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200325T183152Z
UID:2909468-1587632400-1587639600@myforefront.org
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/
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260621T145416
CREATED:20190827T150455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200312T195418Z
UID:2891414-1587632400-1587643200@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Building Your Board’s Capacity to Fundraise
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis program has been cancelled. \n  \nAcross all sectors\, board members must take on a greater role in fundraising for their organization to position them for growth and sustainability.  Yet most board members step into their roles without having the big picture and core skills to become a highly effective fundraiser.   Inevitably\, many board members approach this important role with reluctance and a transactional mindset.  Through this workshop\, we will show participants how to shift their board’s perspective on fundraising so that they have greater enthusiasm and commitment to building deeper relationships and driving greater results. \nWe will review the board’s roles and responsibilities in fundraising and help board members feel more at ease with fundraising.  We will explore why fundraising is a team sport and Identify the various ways the board supports a high performing fundraising team.   As we breakdown the elements of successful fundraising\, participants will learn how to tell their story\, respond to objections\, and practice the ask.  Most importantly\, they will learn how the board can be impactful in fundraising even without making an ask.  We will provide quick assessments so that participants can determine what’s working well and what needs improvement in their fundraising process.  Participants will walk away with an action plan to help them focus on how to strengthen the board’s impact on and commitment to fundraising. \nProgram fee: $35 Members of Forefront / $160 Non-members \nForefront is offering additional board-related programs in 2020 focused on recruitment\, diversity and inclusion\, structure and process\, and performance and culture. \n  \nReminder! Forefront is moving!\nThis program will be held in the Forefront conference room at our new office in the FBRK Impact House:\n200 West Madison\, 2nd floor\nChicago\, IL 60606 \n*Please note! Registration is required for this program and a government-issued I.D. is necessary to gain access to the building.  Please allow extra time to clear the security desk.* \n  \nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/building-your-boards-capacity-to-fundraise/
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200428T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260621T145416
CREATED:20200420T145633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200421T233441Z
UID:2914887-1588082400-1588086000@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Ask a Consultant Series\, Session One: The New World of Funding (Zoom Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Join Forefront and the Association of Consultants to Nonprofits for the first Ask A Consultant: a weekly interactive\, solutions-oriented\, virtual office hour with experienced consultants focusing on participants’ burning questions.  \nIn a matter of a couple of weeks\, your entire annual fund development strategy has changed. Ask our panel of consultants your urgent questions about funding\, including the CARES Act\, grants\, and communicating and nurturing both new and existing donors. \n  \nPanelists this week:  \n\nDon Raack\, Managing Director of AltruNext\, is dedicated to advancing the missions of nonprofit organizations. He brings experience with meeting funding goals\, building and growing organizations\, training and coaching teams\, and optimizing and leveraging data.\nTiffany Williams\, of TJ Marie Consulting\, is an expert in major gift fundraising. She has designed and managed campaigns for some of the nation’s foremost institutions including the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum\, After School Matters\, Diocese of Toronto\, Cincinnati\, and Corpus Christi\, and the Smithsonian Museum of African American History and Culture.\nBill Price is a lawyer with Growth Law. He brings us information on the new CARES Act loan and grant programs for businesses and nonprofits\, which should provide free and low loan cost funds to applicants. Bill is a member and past Chairman of the Institute of Illinois Business Laws\, which drafted most of the Illinois business entity statutes\, and a member and past Chairman of the Business and Securities Law and the Administrative Law Section Council of the Illinois State Bar Association.\n\n\n\n  \nClick here to register for this event. \n\n\n 
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/ask-a-consultant-series-session-one-the-new-world-of-funding-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200429T120000
DTSTAMP:20260621T145416
CREATED:20190827T165936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200312T182159Z
UID:2891514-1588150800-1588161600@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Management 201
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis program has been cancelled. \n\n  \nThis course is designed to build upon concepts presented in Volunteer Management 101 and 102. Advanced topics include evaluation\, risk management\, and organizational adoption. Participants will gain the skills and tools to articulate the value of your volunteer programing to staff\, leadership\, and funders alike. \nThis program is part three of a three part series. Register here for Volunteer Management 101 and Volunteer Management 102.\nProgram fee: $35 Members of Forefront / $160 Non-members (Members must log into the Forefront website to obtain their discount. Create a new account here.) \n  \n\nReminder! Forefront is moving!\nThis program will be held in the Forefront conference room at our new office in the FBRK Impact House:\n200 West Madison\, 2nd floor\nChicago\, IL 60606 \n*Please note! Registration is required for this program and a government-issued I.D. is necessary to gain access to the building.  Please allow extra time to clear the security desk.* \n  \n\nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/volunteer-management-201-2/
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200429T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200429T130000
DTSTAMP:20260621T145416
CREATED:20200423T182654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200423T182714Z
UID:2915038-1588161600-1588165200@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Navigating Federal Relief Funding for Nonprofits (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Experts from Open Door Advisors will walk participants through their free guide to funding related to COVID-19 and address the latest changes\, new opportunities\, and what you might expect in the future. A substantial portion of the session will be dedicated to participant questions\, and a recording will be made available. \nAs Forefront recently shared\, the U.S. Senate has passed an “interim” spending bill to further support small-business loan programs. The bill\, expected to be passed by the House and signed into law shortly\, provides a total of $484 billion in new spending\, including funds for the PPP and EIDL programs of the U.S. Small Business Administration that will be discussed on the webinar: \n\n$310 billion in new money for the Paycheck Protection Program (which is open to nonprofits)\n$50 billion to the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program\n$10 billion to the EIDL Emergency Advance grants program\n$75 billion to hospitals\n$25 billion for testing\, split between the states and federal government\n\nRegister here for this free webinar.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/navigating-federal-relief-funding-for-nonprofits-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200430T113000
DTSTAMP:20260621T145416
CREATED:20191205T211144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191205T211526Z
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SUMMARY:Engaging Boards in Setting an Organization’s Strategic Direction (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:In a perfect world\, nonprofits must regularly determine how best to sustain or expand their impact. In the real world\, their missions and impact are often bombarded by external and internal factors such as shifts in funder priorities\, state budget crises\, staff turnover\, and perceived competition with other organizations. Programmatic joint ventures\, back office collaborations\, co-locations\, mergers\, and other long-term or permanent strategic partnership are a sample of strategic alternatives that can lead to organizational growth and enhanced capacity. \nThis Mission Sustainability Initiative (MSI) webinar will clarify what the landscape of potential strategic alternatives available to nonprofits might include and\, importantly\, how to engage the organization’s Board of Directors in exploring these options. Brook Cunningham\, Managing Director at Lazard\, will introduce a framework for nonprofit Board members to contemplate the range of possibilities for their respective organizations\, and Beth E. Berg\, Partner at Sidley Austin LLP\, will address certain legal considerations. For Executive Directors and CEOs\, this webinar will provide advice on how to start a proactive conversation with your Board about these topics. Board members and Executive Directors are encouraged to watch the webinar together. \nProgram fee: Free \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \nNeed help? Email us: registration@myforefront.org
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/engaging-boards-in-setting-an-organizations-strategic-direction-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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