Nonprofit Center of North Central Florida Course Guide January - April, 2012

The Nonprofit Center provides direct access to structured, targeted educational opportunities with the focus of providing information, resources and collaborative thinking.

EDUCATE

COLLABORATE

One of the most important roles that the Nonprofit Center has played for me is in simply being available as a resource when I need them.

ADVOCATE

Wayne Harvey, Director of Missions Santa Fe River Baptist Association

INSPIRE

What are your nonprofit professional development goals?

The Nonprofit Centers objective is to provide the tools necessary for nonprofits to succeed and fulfill their mission and as a result, improve the lives of people in our community. Through research of our nonprofit sector we provide services specific to our nonprofit community. As a Management Support Organization (MSO), the Nonprofit Center provides programming, workshops, seminars, business resources, consultation and networking opportunities to enhance nonprofit organizations internal business functions and your professional development goals.

programs and workshops provide opportunities for training and development which will assist you in your role within your organization. From our monthly workshops to our certificate programs our programming is designed to assist you with your professional development and growth

Connect with experts, leaders & peers Our educational programs are led
and taught by business and nonprofit leaders, consultants experts and nonprofit professionals who possess critical subject skills and knowledge

Receive valuable training for a reasonable price The Nonprofit

Centers educational opportunities are the best value in nonprofit education you will find. The collaborative relationship we have with Santa Fe College, University of Florida and corporate citizens enables us to provide our trainings for low prices

Certificate in Nonprofit Management

This online certificate program introduces learners to key current management issues for nonprofit organizations. Fundraising, board and volunteer development, budgeting, reading financial statements, leadership, marketing and setting strategic direction are all addressed. For more information, and to register for the classes, visit: http://www.sfcollege.edu/cied/cwe/ index.php?section=mindedge

Stay current with industry issues & trends Our workshops consist of panel
discussions, lectures, roundtables and interactive programs designed to give you tools you can immediately use in your organization

Obtain professional development to help you grow Whether you are a board
member, staff member , volunteer or student, our

January - April Courses

January
11 18 25 31 Nonprofit Expo 2012 What is a Social Enterprise?
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February
1 7 15 21 23 29 Nonprofit StartUp 101*
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Making the Ask: Best Practices to Gain b Support from Corporate Citizens FD i Networking for Nonprofits Slowing Down to Save your Life, While Still Saving the World* Board Roles & Responsibilities Quickbooks for Nonprofits
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6 15 21 23 29 Program Planning & Evaluation
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Smart Nutrition for Busy Nonprofit HW e Professionals* Nonprofit Leader Discussion Forum EL a Real Estate 101 for Nonprofits Branding & Communications
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Marketing Finanace
Volunteer Management Board Governance

Course Levels
Introductory Intermediate
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April
5 11 17 25 30 Nonprofit StartUp 101* Grant Writing Networking for Nonprofits Creating a Healthy Home Environment* Capacity Building
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Executive Leadership Fundraising & Development Operations Management Networking Health & Wellness

Annual Event

*All workshop attendees will receive a personal one hour consultation from instructor to further plan your journey to vibrant health and wellness. The free consultation will take place outside of the Nonprofit Center at a time and date to be determined by the attendee and instructor.

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Nonprofit Summit: May 24th, 2012
Join your nonprofit colleagues, board members and industry leaders for an inspiring day of education and collaboration focused on empowering and enhancing your nonprofit organization. Experience keynote speakers, educational sessions, roundtable discussions and numerous networking opportunities.

COLLABORATE

EDUCATE

Nonprofit Expo: January 9th, 2013

Nonprofit organizations are essential to the health and well-being of our community. Participate in the Nonprofit Expo to better connect the community with your organization. The Nonprofit Expo will provide the opportunity to generate awareness, network and gain access to volunteers and interns.

INSPIRE

AWARENESS

Attending educational sessions at the Nonprofit Center has been incredibly beneficial to our organization. After just one session on corporate philanthropy, we identified four prospective corporate partners and formulated strong strategies on how best to engage them with our mission. Thank you!
Melissa Tyrone, Development Director, Girls Place

We are very thankful for your organization and how it has already helped our ministry. The networking class was very beneficial, we learned so much!. We look forward to attending more. We believe your organization will enable us to further our skills in fundraising, and improve the effectiveness resulting in offering Hope to hurting souls.
Jacqueline Bakos, House of Hope

530 W. University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601 Phone 352.381.7067 info@ncncf.org www.ncncf.org

YOUR

LOGO

Cultivating support, growth & community awareness for nonprofit organizations in North Central Florida.