The Role of Nonprofits in Public Policy & Advocacy 

The Nonprofit Association of Oregon supports the advocacy rights of nonprofits, and believes that they can and should participate in public policy dialogues that affect their organization, community, and constituents. In addition to engaging in legislative and electoral activities, we believe that promoting the good works of Oregon nonprofits through outreach to the media and opinion leaders is also an important advocacy function.

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Nonprofit VOTE Resources

New Voter Registration Toolkit

The deadline to register in Oregon in order to vote in the 2012 election is April 24. Nonprofit VOTE has information and tools your nonprofit can use to engage your constituents and help them register. The Voter Registration Toolkit for Nonprofits and Social Service Agencies is available in both English and Spanish. You can download the toolkit and "Register to Vote" poster from the Nonprofit VOTE website or order a print copy. For a guide to voter registration in Oregon, visit the Secretary of State website.

September Webinar: Voter Registration for Nonprofits

Registering to vote is the first and most necessary step to becoming an active and engaged voter. "The ABCs of Nonpartisan Voter Registration" webinar will help your nonprofit plan effective, nonpartisan voter registration activities. September 29 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., EST. Learn more and register.

The American Jobs Act

The American Jobs Act, outlined by the President in his September 8 speech, includes tax cuts, new infrastructure spending, changes in the unemployment system, and mortgage financing reform. It also includes tax credits for employers--including nonprofits--that hire veterans and long-term unemployed people. Nonprofit advocates are determining which parts of the President's plan are most relevant to nonprofits and what the potential impact is to the sector. A two-page summary of the American Jobs Act issued by the White House is available here.

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ReadyTalk Conferencing Webinar

We offer our members cost-saving programs and group discounts that help improve your bottom line and reserve more of your hard-earned resources for your mission. If your nonprofit requires good communication amongst staff, board, volunteers, and constituents spread out across your service area, ReadyTalk can help. NAO members receive deep discounts for conference calling and web conferencing and can take advantage of reservation-less, toll-free teleconferencing at 60% off ReadyTalk's regular price. ReadyTalk bills you each month for the minutes you use, at less than 4¢ per minute for teleconferencing. And, with ReadyTalk's easy-to-use web conferencing you can host webinars complete with slides and share documents over the internet with participating callers.

ReadyTalk is offering a free webinar on November 2 at 12:00 p.m., to demonstrate effective tools that can help strengthen your communications strategies. This is open to anyone interested in learning more about this members-only benefit. Email membership@nonprofitoregon.org to register today! Registration closes at 5:00 p.m. on October 26.

We've Completed Our Move!

If you haven't already, please update your records so you know where to find us and your materials get to us. Our new address is: 5100 SW Macadam Avenue, Suite 360, Portland, Oregon 97239. 

Register for the 2011 Annual Meeting!

Our Annual Meeting is just around the corner. This year's gathering will be held October 6 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Kroc Center in Salem. Members can register for this free event here.

We extend a big thanks to those nonprofit members who cast their vote for the incoming Board of Directors slate. More about our member-elected board can be found here. Information about the voting process is included in our Bylaws.

Executive Search: VEDA

Our Executive Transition Services team is currently conducting an executive director search for VEDA (Vestibular Disorders Association). Read the full description.

Oregon Humanities Announces 2012 Guidelines

Oregon Humanities's Public Program Grants is seeking proposals for projects that bring together diverse groups of Oregonians and reflect collaboration between organizations within a community. OH will hold a webinar about the Public Program Grants at 11:00 a.m. on September 22. The deadline for the Letter of Interest is October 31. Learn more or register for the webinar.   

Metro Central Enhancement Grant Program

This Metro grant program supports projects that benefit Northwest and North Portland residents and neighborhoods. The pre-application deadline is October 10. More information, including guidelines and forms, is available here.

Tonight! Info Session: Executive MBA in Nonprofit Management

The University of Portland is holding an information session on September 21 at 6:00 p.m. Learn more about the program, curriculum, application process, costs, and financial aid opportunities. Learn more.

Tomorrow! Practical Project Management for Nonprofits

On September 22, the Professional Development Center of Portland State University is offering a one-day workshop that will help nonprofit professionals kick off a new project while learning valuable project management skills. Learn more.

Friday! Training Opportunity for Health & Education Professionals

Our good friend Andrew Robinson will be in Portland to lead an all-day, hands-on training to help you build your capacity to engage. Engage Camp will be held September 23 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at EcoTrust. Register now!

"Moving Beyond the Checkbook: Connecting to the Donor's Legacy Story"

Offered by The Oregon Community Foundation October 12 in Eugene and October 13 in Medford. Registration is $20. Learn more and register.

Nonprofit Training for Incoming Presidents

Financial Stewardship Resources is offering an all-day training in Philomath on October 1 for incoming Board Presidents. Other upcoming classes include the "Southern Oregon Regional Board Training" in Ashland on October 29 and "Policy Writing" in Corvallis on November 12. Learn more and register.

Pro Bono Fundraising Support!

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Portland State University Collegiate Chapter is currently requesting proposals from local nonprofits for fundraising projects for the upcoming academic year! Applications are due October 31. More info and application available here.

For Our Neighbors to the North

On Friday November 4, Washington Nonprofits will present Governance as Innovation, a symposium featuring Cathy Trower of Harvard University. Learn more and register.

Check Out an NAO Workshop Near You! 

Worry Free Advocacy: Understanding the Rules of Nonprofit Advocacy & Election-Related Activities  

Sep 27 in Portland

Employment Law & the Current Economy 

Oct 13 in Portland

Breakthroughs in Fundraising 

Oct 18 in Portland

Developing Annual & Long-Range Fundraising Plans 

Oct 28 in Portland

Advanced Grant Strategies 

Nov 1 in Portland

Increase Sustainability through Earned Income 

Nov 9 in Beaverton

Season passes for the 2011/12 network season are still available! Learn more about our seven professional networks.

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