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Director's Update
Executive Director Carrie Hoops talks about changes here at NAO, and invites you to stop by and check out our new office.
Read the full update
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Public Policy & Advocacy Series
Meeting with Elected Officials
By Deborah Steinkopf
Part 3 in the Public Policy & Advocacy Series
To be an effective advocate it's important to establish and maintain relationships with your elected officials. This includes local elected leaders such as your city council, state representatives, and your congressional representatives in Washington. Personal visits are very effective ways to share your concern about a particular issue and to communicate your position. Face-to-face meetings are also useful in cultivating relationships with elected officials, and establishing yourself as a credible expert in your issue area.
Find out about tips for a successful meeting
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Public Policy News
Update on the Charitable Giving Incentive Campaign
Nonprofit organizations, including the Nonprofit Association of Oregon, are actively involved in efforts to preserve the charitable giving incentive. Many responses from policymakers and their staff have been supportive, but recent news accounts indicate some lawmakers are looking at changing itemized deductions. This indicates to us that the threat is still real.
What NAO is doing: In early November, NAO proudly joined with 4,000 nonprofits from Oregon and across America in submitting the Nonprofit Community Letter urging the Supercommittee of Congress to protect and not weaken the charitable giving incentive.
- Go to www.GiveVoice.org to see a copy of the letter that was delivered to Congress. You can also view a list of all the nonprofits from Oregon and elsewhere that signed on.
- View the letter NAO delivered last week to the Oregon Congressional delegation regarding the importance of preserving the charitable giving incentive.
What is the urgency? The Supercommittee of Congress is racing to meet its deadline of November 23 to produce a plan that reduces the federal budget deficit by at least $1.2 trillion. Spending cuts, entitlement reforms, and altering the tax code are all on the table. Each decision could directly impact the ability of nonprofit organizations to provide essential programs and services in communities. The charitable giving incentive, which benefits all 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofits, could be cut back, altered, or even eliminated unless Congress hears how vitally important charitable donations are to the work of nonprofits.
Stay tuned for more public policy alerts on this important issue!
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Member Benefits Highlight: Discounted Listings on the Nonprofit Job Board
Looking for an executive director, chief finance officer, or volunteer coordinator position? Looking to recruit for a similar opening at your organization?
We now offer a Nonprofit Job Board, with quick links from our website. This new feature allows users to have complete control over the process, making it easy and convenient. NAO members receive special discounts on this new feature.
View the Nonprofit Job Board
View the product offerings and fee structure
Let us know if you have questions or need assistance.
Please forward this link to the appropriate personnel management staff at your organization.
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Nonprofit Association of Oregon Updates
Nonprofits in the News!
Executive Director Carrie Hoops and Board President Rick Nitti prepared this Letter to the Editor of the Portland Business Journal regarding recent attention on nonprofit executive pay. In it, Carrie and Rick emphasized the important role Oregon nonprofits play in contributing to the economic vitality of our state as employers and job creators. The data cited is from a recent report on Oregon labor trends issued by the Oregon Employment Department. It's important that business leaders, policy makers, and the general public hear about the nonprofit sector's contributions to our economy, as well as stories about our social impact!
Executive Search: Community Food Security Coalition
Our Executive Transition Services team is currently conducting an executive director search for the Community Food Security Coalition. Read the full description.
New & Renewing Members
Welcome to the nonprofit and affiliate members that joined during June through October 2011, and thank you to the nonprofits and affiliates that renewed their membership during this time. View the list of new and renewing members.
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Announcements
Ye? Ian Lima Award Nominations Open
Spirit Mountain Community Fund is accepting applications for the annual Ye? Ian Lima award, which honors one special "helping hand" person in your organization, either paid or volunteer. More information about submitting your nomination letter is available here. Deadline is November 30.
Graduate Certificate in Public Management
PSU's Institute for Nonprofit Management offers a 21-credit accelerated cohort program designed for professionals interested in assuming advanced leadership roles in public, nonprofit, or philanthropic organizations. Details available here.
Still Time to Submit Nominations for Crystal Awards!
Do you know an outstanding fundraising professional or volunteer? WVDO is still accepting nominations for the 2012 Crystal Awards. Deadline is November 23. Click here for more info and to nominate someone today!
Pro Bono Opportunity for Nonprofits
Ruby Porter Gives Back offers nonprofits free marketing or design services. Applications are accepted quarterly. Ruby Porter Marketing +Design is located in Eugene. More info here.
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Funding Opportunity
Nike Employee Grant Program of The Oregon Community Foundation
The Nike Employee Grant Program fourth funding cycle concludes on December 1. Grant are available for projects that 1) engage children and families in improving natural environments in their communities, and 2) reduce negative impact on the environment by increasing use of sustainable practices. Complete guidelines and application here.
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Check Out an NAO Training Near You!
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The Successful Grants Stewardship begins Friday!
This 8-part webinar series is designed for grants novices and veterans alike. The series will show you new and powerful ways to think about your role in the grants field; strategies for organizing and managing a successful grants effort; and tools for winning corporation, foundation, and government dollars to support your organization's work. Begins Nov 18. Purchase a series pass or attend the sessions that interest you. Learn more.
How to Create an Inclusive Holiday Environment in Your Workplace
Nov 29 Online
Free to NAO members!
Board Culture: Creating the Climate for Good Governance
Nov 30 in Bend
Change Management Demystified
Dec 7 in Portland
Evolving Demographics & Disparities in Oregon
Dec 8 in Portland
Board Recruitment: Get the Board You Need Now!
Dec 13 in Portland
Does Your Nonprofit Really Need an Audit Committee?
Dec 15 in Portland
Making Good on the Promise: Effective Board Fundraising
Jan 25 in Redmond
Conflict & Cultural Differences: Tools for Greater Effectiveness
Jan 31 in Portland
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NAO seeks a nonprofit tenant to sublease office space. The office is located in the RiverSide Center, located at 5100 SW Macadam Avenue, Suite 360; Portland, Oregon 97239 (in the Johns Landing neighborhood).
View map.
THE DETAILS:
Two bright, sunny adjacent offices (11'3" x 10'5" and 15'1" x 16'4");
Approximately 419 rentable square feet;
$636.66/mos lease rate ($7639.87 annually), plus additional to be negotiated for copier, reception, coffee, etc.;
Need to have own phone and internet service, but cable is complete;
Rent increases 3% annually September 1;
Prefer at least a two to three year commitment.
Contact Alice Forbes, Operations Director
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