Thursday, May 09, 2019 10:30 AM–12:00 PM Main (Oakland) This program is for anyone in the nonprofit field who is new to the process of grantseeking. Attendees will learn the 10 most important things you need to know about finding grants including: Who funds nonprofits and what their motivations are; What funders really want to know about […]
Intro to Grant Proposal Writing for Out-of-School Time Programs (Part I)
Fri, April 5, 2019, 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM EDT United Way of Southwestern PA 1250 Penn Avenue 1st Fl, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Need help applying for grants? Our guest presenter Katherine F.H. Heart has got you covered! This workshop will assist staff in developing a preliminary plan, proposal, and estimated budget to seek grant […]
Basic Proposal Writing Workshop
Tuesday, March 05, 2019 9:30 AM–3:30 PM, Main (Oakland) This full-day course is for individuals who are new to grant seeking and proposal writing for nonprofit organizations, or those who want to update their skills. Participants will learn about: Overall grant seeking process Basic components of grant proposals What and how to write for each component Steps […]
Grants Professionals of Western PA
Wednesday, February 27, 2019, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM This is a free group for grant writers, grant managers, nonprofit staff, consultants, volunteers, and everyone with an interest in grants to discuss “hot grant topics,” share methods and resources, as well as network with our peers. The Grants Cafe is an in-person monthly meetup over lunch (on your […]
Introduction to Finding Grants
Wednesday, February 20, 2019 10:30 AM–12:00 PM Main (Oakland) This program is for anyone in the nonprofit field who is new to the process of grant seeking. Attendees will learn the 10 most important things you need to know about finding grants including: Who funds nonprofits and what their motivations are; What do funders really want to […]
Introduction to Fundraising Planning
Wednesday, January 23, 2019 10:30 AM–12:00 PM Main (Oakland) Does your nonprofit need help directing its fundraising efforts? Planning focuses your organization by setting fundraising priorities and helps give staff and board members a roadmap to success. This introductory class will provide the basic steps for developing a fundraising plan, including tips on: Making your case for […]
Introduction to Finding Grants
Thursday, November 29, 2018 10:30 AM–12:00 PM Main (Oakland) This program is for anyone in the nonprofit field who is new to the process of grant seeking. Attendees will learn the 10 most important things you need to know about finding grants including: Who funds nonprofits and what their motivations are; What funders really want to know […]
Fundraising with Direct Mail
Tuesday, November 20, 2018 9:30 AM–12:30 PM Main (Oakland) In this smartphone age – is direct mail still relevant? YES! Learn why and how to create all the elements of a direct mail plan including best practices, projections and strategies. We will: Determine the role of Direct Mail throughout your development plan Plan, create, and evaluate a […]
Social Media for Nonprofits
Thursday, October 25, 2018 9:30 AM–12:30 PM Squirrel Hill Social media is changing the way we do business today. It is a great way to communicate with your constituents. Social media is increasing our ability to build relationships, understand volunteer and donor interests, solicit gifts, and provide a voice for advocates. This session will introduce you to […]
Database Assessment and Management
Database Assessment and Management Thursday, July 26, 2018 9:30 AM–12:30 PM Squirrel Hill Every fundraising program needs a well-managed and comprehensive data management solution to be successful, sustainable, and reach its full potential. It needs to fit the nonprofit’s current capacity in order to ensure consistent use and maintenance, and have the ability to support growth, cultivation […]