Friday, January 17, 2020 10:30 AM–11:30 AM This free, one-hour session provides an introduction to the resources and services available through Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Nonprofit Resource Center, a Funding Information Network partner of Candid (previously known as the Foundation Center). It is recommended for anyone new to the nonprofit sector or just curious about the […]
Strategic Planning for Nonprofits
Thursday, September 19, 2019 9:30 AM–12:30 PM Squirrel Hill In today’s rapidly changing environment, nonprofit organizations need to be keenly aware of how changes in funding priorities, customer/client needs and preferences, technology, marketing, and resource availability affect their capacity to deal proactively with change, successfully meet their mission, and survive beyond sustainability. Being aware of these changes […]
SEO Basics for Nonprofits
Tuesday, March 26, 2019 9:30 AM–12:00 PM Main (Oakland) Join us and explore the benefits of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) so that you can maximize your website’s exposure and the experience of those visiting your site – whether they are seeking to be a donor, volunteer, member, or someone that would benefit from your services. SEO copywriting […]
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 […]
Vision Casting and Alignment
Tuesday, January 29, 2019 9:30 AM–12:00 PM Main (Oakland) Sharpening Your Nonprofit’s Focus Did you ever get to Friday and wonder where the week went? Does it seem like much of your time is spent on things that aren’t critical to your mission? Is the urgent taking priority over the important in your days? Do you feel […]
Advanced Proposal Writing, Session 3
Tuesday, October 16, 2018 9:30 AM–3:30 PM – Main (Oakland) Building a Project Budget & Sustainability Plan Learn how to: (1) develop a funding strategy and sustainability plan involving multiple funders; (2) identify in-kind community and long-term resources; (3) use the Common Grant Budget Form to construct the proposal budget and justification for program activities; (4) review […]
Advanced Proposal Writing, Session 2
Tuesday, October 09, 2018 9:30 AM–3:30 PM Main (Oakland) Developing an Effective Program/Project Design Learn how to: (1) research evidence-based program models and present how your program will work; (2) utilize a Logic Model and Gantt Chart to present the program/project goals, SMART objectives, activities, staffing and timeline; and (3) describe a practical evaluation plan with measurable […]
Nonprofit Essentials: Building an Effective Board
Tuesday, September 18, 2018 9:30 AM–12:00 PM Main (Oakland) This program will introduce you to the basics of building and sustaining a dynamic board for your nonprofit. Join us for this training and learn: What qualities you need to look for in a potential board member; The responsibilities that your board members will be asked to assume, […]
Orientation to the Nonprofit Resource Center
Friday, April 20, 2018 10:30 AM–11:30 AM, CLP Main (Oakland) This free, one-hour session is held monthly and provides an introduction to the resources and services available through Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Nonprofit Resource Center, a Funding Information Network partner of the National Foundation Center. It is recommended for anyone new to the nonprofit sector or just curious […]
One Size Doesn’t Fit All
One Size Doesn’t Fit All Crafting Your Proposal to Each Funder – Tuesday, February 6│9:30 am – 3:30 pm│CLP – Main│Fee: $30 This full-day course will explore how to adapt applications to the interests and guidelines of different funders. Our speaker,Laurie S. Anderson, GPC, will also discuss how applications may differ in length, language, and format, depending on the type of funder […]