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"We might not be permitted to choose the frame of our destiny but what we put into it is ours."
Dag Hammerskjold,
Secretary-General of the UN (1905-1961)
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The Center for Nonprofit Leadership's New Training Brochure is Out!
We have great workshops in 2012. Don't miss out on these wonderful training opportunities for your organization!
Click here for the January- April 2012 Training Brochure.
Click here to register.
The Center for Nonprofit Leadership at VCCF is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Marketing & Outreach Coordinator! For a full position description and instruction on how to apply, please visit http://www.vccf.org/about/job_opportunities.shtml.
For questions, please contact Dena Jenson at djenson@vccf.org.
Coming in February! Don't Miss this Opportunity!
Your Best Just Got Better Workshop
Work Smarter, Think Bigger: Tools for Nonprofits
Productivity expert Jason Womack proves that a productive day doesn't always need to be a long one; but you do need to know HOW to work, to get the right things done. In this workshop,you will learn the tools and the processes to get more of your work done, on time, and in your life.
Making your best better will happen when you learn how to effectively manage just a few critical success factors that lead to an effective workday and an overall successful professional career.
Friday, February 3rd
9:00am-2:00pm
Ventura County Office of Education, 5100 Adolfo Road, Camarillo
Fee: $55- includes lunch and a copy of Jason's newly released book: Your Best Just Got Better.
Click here to register.
The Nonprofit Finance Fund is conducting its fourth annual nationwide survey examining the current state of the nonprofit sector, and we hope that you will add your voice. The survey, which is anonymous and takes only 10-15 minutes to fill out, collects data on important financial and management issues facing the nonprofit sector. (View previous year's findings and media attention here.)
Click here to take the 2011 survey. Survey ends February 15th.
Key Trends for the Nonprofit Sector in 2012
(AFP, January 10)
What trends will have the biggest impact on the nonprofit sector in 2012? According to Convio, it's the maturation of social media and mobile giving, a greater role for peer-to-peer engagement, and a move toward donors dictating the terms of interactions.
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Workshops
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January
Meet the Grantmakers
Thursday, January 19th
10:00am-12:00pm
Fee: $40
Panelists: Kaiser Permanente, Southern California Gas Company, California Protection Foundation
Come join our Meet the Grantmakers convening this quarter! This highly productive panel discussion will provide a unique opportunity to engage face to face with private and corporate foundation representatives. They will explain what they are looking for in successful proposals and how best to determine foundation fit. The events will afford ample time for questions and answers, networking, and strengthening relationships with foundation representatives.
Click here to register.
Attracting New Donors and Leaders
Tuesday, January 24th
9:00am-12:00pm
Fee: $40
Facilitator: Kathy Wertheim
There are people who could greatly improve your organization, bringing you wider connections, greater leadership, wealthier donors and of course more money. But where are they? How do you reach them? And how do you make your organization distinctive among all the other nonprofits who are trying to get them?
In this class you'll learn: how to bring in new leaders, donors and volunteers; how to use short, quick, free events to attract new people; how to get terrific, hard-working new board members from groups you don't know; how to get volunteers to do your social media for you; how to get CEOs to recommend you; and much more.
Click here to register.
Nonprofit Leadership Council
Tuesday, January 24th
11:30am-1:30pm
Fee: $15 for non-members/no charge for members
Facilitator: Holly Minch
Focus Topic:Storytelling Best Practices
We all have a story to tell. At this month's Nonprofit Leadership Council, learn how to leverage the power of stories to inform, persuade, inspire, and engage. Find out why storytelling is one of the most powerful tools nonprofits can use, and which stories should be included in your organization's library. Get insight on how to tell stories that inspire deep connections among your donors, volunteers, and others.
Join a group of your peers at the next convening of the Ventura County Nonprofit Leadership Council. The Council was conceived by a group of local leaders as a forum for both seasoned and emerging nonprofit executives in Ventura County. Its purpose is to provide opportunities for learning, networking with colleagues, and further development of leadership skills. Convened by VCCF Center for Nonprofit
Leadership and facilitated by local nonprofit leaders.
Click here to register.
Leadership 2.0: Linking Money to Mission
Thursday, January 26th
8:00: Check-in
8:30am-12:30pm- workshop
12:30pm-1:30pm- Networking lunch
Ventura County Office of Education
5100 Adolfo Road, Camarillo, 93012
Fee: $50 per person/$75 for two people from the same organization. Lunch is provided
Presented by: The Nonprofit Finance Fund
The recent economic climate is fundamentally different than that which came before it. Many organizations are being forced to do more with less; cut expenses while simultaneously meet increased demand for services. In this workshop, we will share some of the Nonprofit Finance Fund's most impactful tools for helping nonprofits manage through tough times, specifically those designed to assist with financial decision making. Our intention is that participants can immediately take actionable steps to put these tools and strategies to use in their organizations following our workshop.
Click here to register.
Word: Get Going- Fundamentals Plus
Friday, January 27th
8:30am-12:00pm
Fee:$35
Instructor: Stephen Guine
If you have been using Word for awhile, this class will show you how to use it more effectively.
- Tables
- Page layout
- Proofing and printing documents
- Graphics
Click here to register.
Outlook: Get Going- Fundamentals Plus
Friday, January 27th
1:00pm-4:30pm
Fee:$35
Instructor: Stephen Guine
Outlook is more than email! Learn how to use the full power of Outlook to help you organize and manage your email, contacts, tasks, and appointments in a way that increases your ability to
manage your schedule and communications.
Click here to register.
Introduction to Proposal Writing
Tuesdays, January 31st and February 7th
9:00am-3:00pm
Fee: $125
Facilitator: Stephanie Wilson
Perfect for the first-time grant writer and for those interested in brushing up on the fundamentals, this introductory workshop provides an overview of the art of foundation research and proposal writing. Through rich discussion and hands-on writing exercises, workshop attendees explore both print and electronic resources available at the Center for Nonprofit Leadership and learn the basics of writing a winning proposal. Topics include: finding the right grants for your organization, proper grant writing terminology, an navigating the basic components of the grant application.
At the end of the two sessions attendees will have developed a draft proposal template. Come prepared to write by bringing copies of your organization's mission statement, project descriptions and background materials.
Click here to register.
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Regional Opportunities
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CSU Channel Islands', Center for Community Engagement (CCE), is dedicated to fostering a learning community that facilitates learning for civic engagement in our local and global communities and addresses societal challenges through long-term sustainable partnerships. As a result the CCE has developed many strong partnerships with local non-profits and we are always looking to add new partners. If you are interested in learning more about how a partnership with the CCE can benefit your organization please contact Pilar Pacheco, Associate Director, Center for Community Engagement at 805.437.8851 or pilar.pacheco@csuci.edu
2012 Homeless Persons Count
Coordinated by the Ventura County Homeless & Housing Coalition
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Help us find out how many men, women, and children are homeless in Ventura County. By volunteering for a morning, afternoon or evening shift you help us access federal funds for housing. Training is provided. Volunteers must be 18 or older. We work only in teams. For more information contact Cathy Brudnicki at cathy@vchhc.org or 805-485-6288 x 273
or
click here for the Volunteer Ventura County website.
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Funding Opportunities
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The California Consumer Protection Foundation will be accepting applications for approximately $1 million of grants under the Telecommunication Consumer Education Fund(TCEF). Successful TCEF projects will support the efforts of community-based organizations to ensure that Californians become more informed, savvy consumers of wireless telecom services. The 2012 applications are February 1, 2012 and May 1, 2012.
You can get more informatin on applying to the Foundation and an application on the Foundation's website at:
For questions on the application process or the required forms, please call our Grant Administrator, Lilia Barajas Lopez at (510) 663-2273.
Kaiser Permanente in Woodland Hills and Western Ventura has a new two year grant form 2012-2014, so there will not be an opportunity to apply in 2013.
All possible applicants are strongly encouraged to attend one of our upcoming Grant Workshops:
Tuesday, January 24, 1:00pm- 4:00pm Ventura County Office of Education
Wednesday, January 25, 9:00am-12:00pm Woodland Hills Medical Center
The agenda will include- funding priorities:
Access to Healthcare
Healthy Eating Active Living
Develop and Disseminate Knowledge (Healthcare Pipeline)
Deadline: March 14
Refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP which workshop you will be attending by January 20th to Jennifer Lopez at jennifer.s.lopez@kp.org.
City of Ventura Accepting Applications For Funding
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
On Thursday, January 25, 2012 the City of Ventura (San Buenaventura) will begin accepting applications for 2012-2013 CDBG Program funding.
The purpose of the federally funded CDBG program is the development of viable communities, decent housing and expanded economic opportunities for persons of low- and moderate- income. Although the U.S. Department of HUD has not yet released its 2012-2013 appropriation amounts, the City anticipates receiving approximately $735,000 in CDBG funds.
The City is accepting applications for funding of projects that meet the program objectives and eligibility criteria, and that are located within Ventura city limits. The City will likely not have any funds available for public service projects such as recreation, childcare, youth programs, health, or drug abuse prevention projects.
Organizations interested in applying for funding must attend the Pre-Funding Workshop on January 25th and submit a completed application by February 27th. The mandatory Pre-Funding Workshop will be held in the Community Meeting Room on the 2nd floor of Ventura City Hall at 9:00 a.m., January 25th.
Application filing requirements, instructions, and forms will be available on the City's website (www.cityofventura.net/cd/redev/grants) beginning January 25th. |
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Nonprofit Employment Opportunities
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Click here for employment opportunities in the Ventura County Nonprofit sector. |
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To enable and promote philanthropy to improve our community
For Good. For Ever.
Confirmed in compliance with National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations |
FREE! Ventura County Charitable Events Calendar
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Feel like dressing up this weekend for a gala evening out, hitting the green for a round of golf, or maybe attending a fashion show? Now all your options are available at the click of a mouse thanks to the new Ventura County Charitable Events Calendar.
The centralized community calendar is increasing exposure to the wealth of charitable activities and events open to the community while also helping nonprofit agencies avoid scheduling conflicts and duplication of events. The calendar is also a great way to promote the many choices potential donors have of contributing to nonprofit causes via a special event.
Nonprofit agencies are able to register as calendar users and then enter their events remotely. The Center staff approves each submission and obtains any necessary backup data within 24 hours. The calendar features events in four categories:
Call 988-0196 x 110 if you have questions. |
Center for Nonprofit Leadership
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please contact
Susan Seale at
(805) 988-0196 ext. 110
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Library Hours
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday
CareerTrak & BoardTrak
Explore our newly launched CareerTrak & BoardTrak planning tools! Intended to help navigate the sequence of our course offerings, these tools will articulate, with ease and clarity, the interrelatedness of our various workshops as well as communicate our prescription for a healthy nonprofit. CareerTrak & BoardTrak are intended to recommend specific sequences of course offerings. |
Charitable Gift Annuities
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Charitable Gift Annuities at VCCF
Did you know that VCCF offers charitable gift annuities that can benefit any charity of the donor's choosing? Charitable gift annuities are beneficial for both the donor and the nonprofit, offering a guaranteed lifetime income and a variety of tax benefits. We are proud to partner with the nonprofits in the county to create legacies for their donors through this simple, meaningful planned gift. For further information, please call Lindsay Smith, Donor Relations Officer, at 805-988-0196 x115. | |
Technology Works for Nonprofits
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Visit the Center and our state-of-the-art computer lab! In the computer lab, visitors will find 10 computer workstations with flat screen monitors, broadband internet access and FREE access to Foundation Directory Online - Professional.
The computer lab is home to Technology Works for Nonprofits, a strategic initiative to ensure that nonprofit organizations have access, at an effective cost, to technology based skills-building opportunities and to impart to nonprofit leaders how appropriate use of technology can improve efficiency and effectiveness. This will be achieved through technology training and skill-building workshops, peer networking opportunities and access to expert consulting.
Want to learn more about Technology Works for Nonprofits? Contact us and... ...hear more about the software application training and coaching scheduled in the Technology Center each month. ...learn about hosting tailored computer training, for you and your staff, that meets your organization's needs. ...discover how your organization can benefit from the Technology Circuit Rider program and receive valuable organizational-specific technology business assessment by certified consultants. To schedule a consultation with our Technology Circuit Rider, contact Dena Jenson at (805) 988-0196 ext. 128 or email djenson@vccf.org.
FREE Technology Assessments for Ventura County Nonprofit Organizations!
Want to get the most out of the computers and technology you have? Ever wonder how technology can better support your important work? Discover how your organization can benefit from the VCCF Technology Circuit Rider program and receive valuable organizational-specific technology business assessment by certified consultants.
To schedule a consultation with our Technology Circuit Rider, contact Dena Jenson at (805) 988-0196 ext. 128 or email djenson@vccf.org. |
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The VCCF Center for Nonprofit Leadership is a Cooperating Collection of the Foundation Center (http://foundationcenter.org).
As a member of this nationwide network of libraries, community foundations, and other nonprofit agencies, the Center provides visitors with free public access to grantmaker directories, books on fundraising and nonprofit management, and the Foundation Center's electronic database, The Foundation Directory Online - Professional.
The fully searchable database includes detailed profiles of all active U.S. foundations, as well as an extensive file of recent grants awarded by the nation's top funders.
Library Hours
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday |
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Publications / Reports
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 Based on a survey of GFE members, examines funder characteristics; priorities such as closing the achievement gap; budgets; grantmaking strategies; important emerging trends; and response to public-sector funding cuts.
Offers advice to new leaders of child services agencies in the areas of leadership, administration, communication, and data. Discusses developing a strategy for change, building a management team, working with the media, and measuring workload. (1/17)
The Giving Commitment: Knowing Your Motivation
Offers an overview of reasons for engaging in philanthropy with an eye to helping donors become more focused, strategic, and more effective in their giving. (1/17)
Assessing Community Information Needs
Offers strategies for building a healthy information environment and enabling community change: define and engage the community early, mobilize the community as a resource, cultivate boundary-spanning groups, and ensure multiple entry points. (1/17)
Impact Capital Measurement: Approaches to Measuring the Social Impact of Program-Related Investments
Offers an overview to measuring the social impact of PRIs, with examples from foundations. Outlines issues such as lack of common measures across organizations and markets, cost effectiveness and outcomes, and implementations for RWJF. (1/17)
Diminishing Dollars: The Impact of the 2008 Financial Crisis on the Field of Social Justice Philanthropy
Examines the immediate impact of the financial crisis on foundations active in the social justice sector, including 2005-2009 trends in assets, spending, and grantmaking and strategies used to cope with depleted assets. (1/17)
Impact Philanthropy: Higher Education
Highlights public policy issues that affect higher education. The foundation's commitment to increasing access to higher education, including its scholarship funds; nonprofits in the field; and donor options for supporting students. (1/17)
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