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 […]
Orientation to the Nonprofit Resource Center
Friday, November 16, 2018 10:30 AM–11:30 AM, 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 about […]
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 […]
Munch and Mingle Networking Lunch
Thursday, September 27, 2018 12:00 PM–1:30 PM, Squirrel Hill Are you looking for an opportunity to spread the word about your nonprofit? Or perhaps you would just like to meet and chat with others in the nonprofit community who may be facing similar challenges. Join us for this networking lunch and we’ll discuss issues that you might […]
Nonprofit Essentials: Fundraising for Boards
Tuesday, September 18, 2018 1:00 PM–3:30 PM Main (Oakland) “I want to help – I just don’t know what to do.” “Why doesn’t the staff just find the money?” “Why doesn’t everyone just see we deserve the money?” These questions and many more can divide the very people who want our nonprofits to succeed the most: volunteer […]
Orientation to the Nonprofit Resource Center
Friday, September 14, 2018 10:30 AM–11:30 AM 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 about what […]
Nonprofit Resource Center: Using Census Data in Grant Writing
Using Census Data in Grant Writing Wednesday, July 18, 2018 10:30 AM–12:30 PM Main (Oakland) Join us for this special presentation on how to use census data to strengthen your nonprofit’s grant proposals. Attendees will learn: About the statistical tools available through the American Community Survey using American Fact Finder and other data resources. How to access […]
Non-profit Resource Center: Storytelling for Nonprofits
Wednesday, July 11, 2018 10:00 AM–12:00 PM Squirrel Hill Statistics may shock, but stories motivate, and nonprofits have great stories to tell. Learn how to show your nonprofit’s impact through different kinds of storytelling. In this workshop, you will learn why stories are important and how to make the case for storytelling at your nonprofit. You will […]
Cultural Competence: Strengthening Workplace Sensitivity
Thursday, June 07, 2018 9:30 AM–12:30 PM Squirrel Hill The intent of this training workshop is to raise awareness of the importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within the workplace, as well as with residents, community partners, and other stakeholders. The highly interactive training pushes participants to face biases, prejudices, and assumptions in a proactive and […]