NAO Newsletter

Nonprofits and the Oregon Minimum Wage 

NAO believes the minimum wage is an issue that nonprofits need to pay attention to, discuss, and get involved with. A number of nonprofits have come out in support of the increase in the minimum wage and there are several well-written articulations of why this is an issue that nonprofits need to embrace. Read more

 

Public Policy Hot Topic: Nonprofits & the Raising of Oregon's Minimum Wage

Wednesday, April 1, 2015. Portland, OR. Register here
MARCH 2015
In This Issue
NONPROFIT JOBS
Mac's List
We are pleased to partner with Mac's List to offer our members special discounts to Oregon's premier job board. 

NAO EVENTS


CALENDAR
Nonprofit Events
Check out all the great nonprofit events happening around Oregon this month. Nonprofits can add nonprofit events easily, for free. 

NAO WELCOMES
New March Members

Architectural Heritage Center/Bosco-Milligan Foundation
Barbara Malone
Changing the Gray Outreach
Diane Gonthier Salesforce Administration and Consulting
Jane Pesznecker
Marylhurst University
Michelle Hynes
Moreland Research Support
Newspace Center for Photography
NW Food Recovery
Open Meadow Alternative Schools, Inc.
Oregon Society of Artists
Portland OIC
Sustainable Interment
Swaim Strategies
Synergy Resources Group

STAY CONNECTED





FROM NAO

Reflections from Jim

Jim WhiteSpring is finally here and for us at the Nonprofit Association of Oregon, Spring is all about partnerships. We are excited about all the good works nonprofits engage in across the state and we work hard to find partnerships to help strengthen those efforts.

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SUCCESS STORIES
A Client Success Story
James Phelps
James Phelps, NAO Interim Development Director shares a client success story. Read more
 
Vibe of Portland Success Story
A former client of NAO consultants used the strategic plan they created together to sustain its momentum and reach its goals. Laura Streib, Executive Director of Vibe of Portland shares their success story with NAO. Read more

AMPLIFY YOUR VOICE
Portland General Electric's Diversity Summit 
Portland - April 7, 2015
PGE's Diversity Summit 2015 is the professional symposium for managers, human resource professionals, diversity specialists and employees interested in learning more about diversity programs and initiatives in the workplace. NAO members receive 15% off tickets! Learn more
2015 Oregon Nonprofit Leaders Conference
Medford - April 20-21, 2015
The Oregon Nonprofit Leaders Conference is offering an early bird discount for their 26th year of bringing together nonprofits, grant makers, and thought leaders to explore the challenges and opportunities of nonprofit management today. Early bird discount available now! Learn more
2015 Oregon Society of Certified Public Accountants Not-for-Profit Conference 
Portland - May 4, 2015
Nonprofit accounting professionals and CPA's come together in this full-day conference to explore accounting, tax, legal, and regulatory updates. NAO Members are eligible to receive the OSCPA Member rate. Save an additional $30 if you register by April 6th. Learn more
Regards to Rural 2015 Conference 
Bend, OR - June 26-27, 2015
Join Rural Development Initiatives at the Regards to Rural Conference at the Riverhouse Hotel and Convention Center in Bend, Oregon and renew your energy, share practices, and spark innovative ideas for strengthening the economic vitality and social vibrancy of rural communities. Learn more

BUILD YOUR CAPACITY & NETWORK
The Executive Certificate in Religious Fundraising (ECRF)
The ECRF is a four-day intensive program with a practical application project, offered specifically for leaders in churches, nonprofits, and religious social service organizations. This program provides the research, tools, and training to meet the growing needs of religious leaders to inspire and transform philanthropic giving within their congregation and community.Limited to 25 participants. Learn more
WVDO Development Series: Building a Successful Online Fundraising Campaign 
How can you use crowdfunding? What should you account for when planning a campaign?  What kinds of crowdfunding campaigns succeed and why? In this session, you'll learn the secrets to planning a successful nonprofit crowdfunding campaign using real life nonprofit and giving day examples. Registration open until April 16th. Learn more
WVDO Speaker Series: Structural Racism
Eliminating Structural Racism and Strategies for Structural Transformation Towards Racial Equity will support participants in understanding the importance of utilizing a structural lens in efforts to create racial equity. Registration open until May 13th. Learn more
Grant Professional Association (GPA)
Would you like to learn more about grant writing and meet friendly, knowledgeable colleagues in the grants business? GPA & SW Washington are offering a free one-year national and local membership along with a $275 scholarship for our annual conference Nov 11-14, 2015 in St. Louis. Learn more
Monthly FREE Webinars from NTEN
Want to learn more about NTEN? NTEN invites all interested members of any of our member partner organizations to join for a short presentation about NTEN's mission, programs, and resources. These orientation webinars are held monthly and are a great opportunity to learn more about NTEN. Learn more
2015 Central Oregon Impact Summit
Central Oregon Impact Summit (COIS) aims to provide programming and visibility for impactful nonprofit organizations serving Central Oregon. Nonprofit organizations contribute significantly to the resilience of the region and many could benefit from strategic business planning capacity to strengthen their effectiveness and sustainability. Application deadline extended until March 27th! Learn more

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Directors & Officers Insurance Program by Bliss Sequioa Insurance 

It has already been two years since the Directors & Officers Insurance Program started and it continues to be a winner for members! This is a NAO member benefit providing a 20% discount applied to the annual premium. The word continues to spread across the state as more and more organizations take part.  Participating members are saving money and improving their coverage quality. Learn more
Coeus Global Background Checks and Screening
Coeus Global offers discounted background checking and screening services for NAO's Nonprofit Members. Screening of paid staff and volunteers is required for many nonprofits. The customized services provided by Coeus Global will allow your nonprofit to effectively conduct screenings of paid staff and volunteers, track your applicants' background checks, and make the best decisions about who to hire/engage. Learn more
Legalized Marijuana: Preparing Your Workplace 
Marijuana will be legal in Oregon on July 1, 2015. Is your workplace ready? Have your questions about the impact this new law will have on your policies, practices and liabilities been answered? If not, you'll want to attend one of these sessions with Cascade Employer's Association.

9 a.m. - 10 a.m., in Salem

9 a.m. - 10 a.m., in Portland

9 a.m. - 10 a.m., in Springfield

NAO Members receive a $45 discount. Access your discount code on NAO's Members Only Page. You must be logged in to access this page. 
2015 Principles for Good Governance and Ethical Practice

NAO has partnered with Independent Sector to disseminate a co-branded version of the Principles for Good Governance and Ethical Practice as a means to provide a strong guide for private foundations and public charities that aspire to high standards of governance and ethical practice. Learn more
Bloomerang can help NAO members retain
more donors 

NAO is pleased to offer Bloomerang, a new member benefit to help your nonprofit better manage all aspects of the donor relationship. Bloomerang has pooled the latest best practices for fundraising, loyalty, engagement and retention to create a simple donor database solution that helps nonprofits decrease donor attrition and increase revenue. NAO members receive a 10% discount! Learn more
Andy Robinson Books at NAO for Less
Members can purchase Andy Robinson publications directly from our office with a membership-discounted price! Additionally, NAO has partnered with Emerson & Church Publishing to provide free shipping for NAO members. Learn more

OUR MEMBER NEWS
Share Your Moments with NAO

We would like to feature some of the good works nonprofits do in our communities every day. NAO members are invited to submit photos and stories to be featured on our front page. Please submit to news@nonprofitoregon.org. 
Nonstop is dedicated to helping nonprofits offering health benefits for less!
An innovative healthcare broker called Nonstop is revolutionizing the way healthcare is delivered to the nonprofit sector and they just opened shop in Portland, Ore. at the newly renovated Washington High School. With their unique program Nonstop Wellness, organizations with over 50 members on healthcare benefits save an average of 12.5% on their healthcare spend - savings for both the employer and employee. Learn more
Xenium
Xenium is an HR & Employer Services company in Tualatin, Oregon. Our team of HR and payroll professionals support small- and medium-sized companies that have limited or no internal HR resources, as well as companies with internal HR staff who can benefit from support. Xenium offers a mass variety of topics for companies who want structural support. Learn more

Here are a few topics:
3rd Annual Shaping the Northwest.
April 10, 2015
Warm Current and WAVES for Development, two Oregon based surf-related nonprofits, have teamed up again for the third annual Shaping the Northwest fundraising event. The event will feature locally shaped surfboards from the northwest's finest shapers, music, a silent auction & raffle, food cart, and plenty of beer. Guests can also stop by tables showcasing the organizations and each shaper's work. $10 donation at the door. Learn more
Adelante Mujeres Presents: Fiesta of Hope. April 11, 2015
Adelante Mujeres provides holistic education and empowerment opportunities to low income Latina women and their families to ensure full participation and active leadership in the community. Our upcoming Fiesta of Hope, a celebration of the vibrant women and families in our community, will take place April 11th at the Oregon Zoo and feature an auction, dinner, live salsa music, dancing and wine. Join Us! Learn more
The Latino Community Association Presents: 1st Annual Gala de Oro. April 18, 2015
An evening of cultural celebration and discovery! Guests will enjoy a celebration of cultures complete with dancing to the Latin tunes of Portland's Conjunto Alegre, Latin-inspired small plates, signature margaritas and Deschutes brews, and a unique, experiential silent auction. Learn more

IN THE NEWS
Philanthropic naming rights, and naming wrongs
There are three schools of thought when it comes to big-ticket charity. The first is the Purist School, which embraces anonymous giving. The second school is the Honor/Obligation Group, where money is involved but the naming of buildings is cloaked as an honor for services rendered to the institution or the field. Learn more

SUBMIT TO NAO'S ENEWS
Take Advantage of Your Membership
We encourage NAO members to send any news, success stories, events, or announcements for inclusion into our next newsletter. All submissions (or questions) are to be sent to news@nonprofitoregon.org no later than the 3rd Monday of each month for approval. This is a membership benefit only for NAO members. 

Not a member? Join today and take advantage of our benefits! Learn more
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