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| Contact Us |
PO Box 1091
Bismarck, ND 58502
Phone: 701-258-9101
Toll Free: 888-396-3266
Fax: 701-223-4645
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| Free member webinar: How to attract supporters using online social networking tools |
In this free educational webinar from Firespring, learn how nonprofits are embracing social networking technology to expand their organization's mission and empower fundraisers to spread their message to constituents.
What you'll learn:
- The definition of social networking and Web 2.0 as it relates to nonprofits
- The advantages of tools such as blogs, Facebook, RSS feeds and Google Groups
- How these tools connect you with fundraisers, members, volunteers and supporters
- Steps to implementing social networking technologies into your communications strategy
Jay Wilkinson, a keynote speaker at the 2008 NDANO Annual Nonprofit Leadership Conference, is the webinar presenter. Wilkinson speaks regularly throughout the United States on the topic of nonprofits and the internet. He has appeared on CNN, as well as other programs, to discuss how emerging technologies affect nonprofits and is considered a leading expert on websites.
Program details:
When: Tuesday, Aug. 25 Time: 9:30-11 a.m. CDT Cost: FREE
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| Seven things nonprofits need to know about Census 2010 |
1. Why is the Census important for nonprofits and their communities?
· Every person counted in their community impacts 10 years of funding, representation and allocation of public services and infrastructure.
· It is a mirror that creates a new picture of a community - defining the challenges and opportunities ahead for nonprofits and the people they serve.
2. What are the three things most affected by the Census?
· Federal Funds: For every 100 people not counted, a community loses an estimated $1.2 million in federal funds for programs such as Medicaid, social services block grant and vocational education. · Political Representation: Census numbers re-draw boundaries for 435 congressional districts, 1,971 state senate districts, 5,411 house districts, city councils, county boards and more. · Public Infrastructure: Government and businesses use census numbers to locate schools, transit and retail outlets.
3. Who is in danger of being undercounted?
· The Census tracks 12 "Hard to Count" conditions - including people's current housing situation, income, literacy, employment status and language spoken at home.
4. When does the population census take place? · The Census starts in February 2010, counting "group quarters" such as senior homes, student dorms and prisons as populations. · Census forms go in the mail to 145 million households in late March. It does special counts of the homeless on specific dates near April 1. Households not returning a form will receive home visits and be encouraged to go to Questionnaire Assistance Centers housed at local nonprofits. (Note: Funds available to nonprofits to be at QAC.)
5. What's new and different this time around? · What's easier? Everyone gets the short form. It's one page. Six questions. · What's harder? More people. More multiple-family households. More immigrants and languages. Trust in government has declined. It can't be done without nonprofits helping!
6. How easy is census engagement for nonprofits? · There are many easy activities to integrate into everything nonprofits already do.
7. What's the best thing a 501(c)(3) can do for the Census right now? · Contact their local census office. Have a short conversation with a partnership specialist about simple ways their nonprofit can help get a complete count! · Sign up for nonprofit census updates. Prepared by the Nonprofit Voter Engagement Network. |
| Accountability Standards town hall forum |
Join the Charities Review Council for a free town hall forum on the Council's new Accountability Standards Aug. 27 in Fargo. Since 1946, the Charities Review Council has provided donors the information they need to be informed givers. The Council also works to strengthen the nonprofit sector by promoting accountable and transparent practices.
The Charities Review Council unveiled its new preliminary Accountability Standards in June and is seeking input from nonprofits and donors. The purpose of the Standards is to strengthen nonprofits' commitment to accountable practices and provide meaningful information to the donating public in order to advance more informed philanthropy. Special thanks to Bremer Bank for sponsoring this event.
When: Thursday, Aug. 27 - 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. (lunch provided)
Where: Bremer Bank - Training Room (1444 45th St. S., Fargo)
Sign Up: Click here (click on Fargo, ND, Town Hall link)
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| Impact Institute seminars scheduled around state |
The "Board Basics" series "High-Performing Boards: Governing for Superior Results" will be offered in September. The seminars will cover the basic roles and responsibilities of a nonprofit board of directors, focusing on practical skills, tools and concepts to help participants clearly grasp the powerful potential of boards. The training will be led by an experienced, senior-level consultant with decades of nonprofit management experience. Seminar dates and locations include: Sept. 14 - Fargo, Sept. 15 - Bismarck, Sept. 16 - Minot and Sept. 17 - Grand Forks. This seminar runs from 3-7 p.m. Dinner and refreshments are included with the $25 registration fee.
"The Nonprofit Strategy Revolution: Real-Time Strategic Planning in a Rapid-Response World" will be offered in October. This training will equip participants to begin their own Real-Time Strategic Planning (RTSP) process with or without the help of a consultant. The training will be led by an experienced, senior-level consultant who has personally facilitated dozens of strategy engagements and was part of the team that developed the RTSP methodology. This seminar runs from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Lunch and refreshments are included with the $25 registration fee.
Learn more and register here. |
| State Surplus Property may be available to your organization |
If your nonprofit organization is health or education-related (including programs for the homeless and the impoverished), you may be eligible to purchase new or used items from ND State Surplus Property at a substantially reduced price. All types of property are available for purchase and include: machine tools, appliances, medical supplies, hardware, clothing, motor vehicles, boats, textiles, construction equipment and more. Surplus Property is able to sell federal property at a reduced price to eligible government entities such as public agencies, political subdivisions, tax funded organizations like fire and police departments, ambulance services, schools, and health and education nonprofit organizations.
Organizations considered health or education-related are medical institutions, hospitals, clinics, health centers, schools, colleges, universities, child care centers, museums, free libraries, homeless shelters, soup kitchens and more.
Surplus Property also receives and sells a variety of state surplus items that are available to the public including computers, desks, file cabinets, tools, office chairs, tables, copiers, shelves and more. The next time you are about to make a purchase, contact State Surplus Property at 701-328-9666 and find out if they have the item you are interested in at a lower price. If you would like to receive a quarterly newsletter full of items for sale, including photos and descriptions, send your e-mail or mailing address to bstrahm@nd.gov. ND State Surplus Distribution Center is located in Bismarck. State Surplus Property is part of the Office of Management and Budget. Visit the State Surplus Property website for an eligibility application and list of available property. |
| Online Resources |
Principles Get Practical Finally, the Panel on the Nonprofit Sector's 33 principles for good governance and ethical practice have come to life! Independent Sector asked BoardSource to create a workbook that would show nonprofits how to implement the principles in their own organizations. The resulting document, The Principles Workbook, clarifies the underlying issues in each principle; ties each one to relevant compliance requirements; provides discussion points to get the board engaged in the boardroom; and lists relevant resources for further reading. Take the book to your boardroom and start the conversation!
Nonprofits Risk Management Center
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Training Opportunities |
AFP North Dakota Northern Plains Chapter Training
Bismarck Audioconferences
* Giving Circles and Fundraising in the New Philanthropy Environment - Wednesday,
August 12 All Bismarck AFP audioconferences are from 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. CDT at 1815 Schafer St., Horizon Building - First Floor Conference Room. The cost is $15 for AFP and NDANO members, and lunch is served. For more information, contact Rita Nodland.
Fargo Audioconferences
* Creating a Successful Fundraising Culture: Twelve Tools for Motivating Your Board -
Wednesday, Aug. 12
All Fargo AFP audioconferences are from 12-1:30 p.m. CDT at Bremer Bank, 1444 45th St. S. For more information, e-mail Howard Barlow.
Grand Forks Audioconferences
* Avoiding Legal Pitfalls: What Fundraisers Need to Know - Friday, Aug. 21
All Grand Forks AFP audioconferences are from 12-1:30 p.m. CDT at Bremer Bank, 3100 S. Columbia Road. The cost is $15 for AFP and NDANO members. Bring your own lunch. For more information, contact Denise Laymon at 218-745-6008.
Idealware Online Seminars
* Considering Social Media for Your Organization - Wednesday, Aug. 5
* Comparing Open Source CMSs: WordPress, Joomla, Drupal and Plone - Thursday, Aug. 6
* Getting Started With Online Donations - Thursday, Aug. 27
* Creating Great Graphics for the Web - Wednesday, Sept. 2
All Idealware online seminars are from 12-1:30 p.m. CDT. NDANO members receive a 15 percent discount. Click here to view a complete description of each seminar and to register.
Impact Institute Seminars
* High-Performing Boards: Governing for Superior Results
3-7 p.m. CDT (includes dinner)
- Monday, Sept. 14 - Fargo
- Tuesday, Sept. 15 - Bismarck
- Wednesday, Sept. 16 - Minot
- Thursday, Sept. 17 - Grand Forks
* The Nonprofit Strategy Revolution: Real-Time Strategic Planning in a Rapid-Response
World
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. CDT (includes lunch)
- Tuesday, Oct. 13 - Fargo
- Wednesday, Oct. 14 - Bismarck
- Thursday, Oct. 15 - Minot
- Friday, Oct. 16 - Grand Forks The cost is $25 per person. To learn more and register, visit Impact Foundation's website.
Grant Writing Workshop in Fargo | Sept. 24-25The Fargo Police Department and Grant Writing USA will present a two-day grant writing workshop in Fargo Sept. 24-25. Beginning and experienced grant writers from area nonprofits will learn how to write winning grant proposals and find grant funding. NDANO members receive a special tuition rate of $375. This fee includes the class workbook and an accompanying resource CD packed full of tools and more than 200 sample grant proposals. Seating is limited, and online reservations are necessary. Please use the code "NDANO" at registration to receive this $50 discount. Tuition payment is not required at the time of enrollment. For more information, call 800-814-8191 or visit the website.
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| Meet a Member - Farm Rescue |
Farm Rescue's overall objective is to aid in the continuation of viable family farms, the backbone and strength of rural communities. Agriculture is the economic lifeblood of the region, and Farm Rescue provides free planting and harvesting assistance to family farmers who have experienced a major illness, injury or natural disaster. It currently assists farmers in North Dakota, South Dakota, western Minnesota and eastern Montana.
Currently, Farm Rescue receives approximately double the requests for help than it can accommodate with its current financial resources. Its vision of helping more farm families in crisis is dependent upon increased support from businesses, individuals and grantors.
Ultimately, Farm Rescue would like to provide assistance to farm families in all major agricultural regions throughout the United States.
Learn more about Farm Rescue by contacting Pam Musland at 701-252-2016 or visit the website.
If you are interested in having your nonprofit featured in an upcoming newsletter, e-mail NDANO. Requests are honored on a first-come, first-served basis.
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| Partner Profile - Security Benefit |
NDANO partners with Security Benefit to provide members with quality retirement programs.
Hal Harrison, vice president of Security Benefit's retirement plan department, developed the Retirement Asset Management Group, Inc. (the RAM Group) to administer the Security Benefit plans. Security Benefit's offerings as a NDANO cost-saving partner will remain the same; however, the new arrangement with Harrison and the RAM Group will enhance the existing services offered to NDANO members, including offering online proposals and a variety of service options.
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