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2015 Alliance Conference in Portland

We are excited to announce that the conference will take place in our very own state in Portland on October 6th, 7th, and 8th! The Alliance for Nonprofit Management is the leading national knowledge community dedicated to building the capacity of individuals, organizations and communities working to achieve positive social change and cultural enrichment. Read more
APRIL 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. 

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
Adams Street Consulting, LLC (Sarah Groshell)
Amy McCormick
Angela Wallace
Architectural Heritage Center/Bosco-Milligan Foundation
Banfield Charitable Trust
Betty McArdle
Cascadia Center For Arts & Crafts
Changing the Gray Outreach
Deb Abela-Chauvin
Diane Gonthier Salesforce Administration and Consulting
Drexel H. Foundation
Friends of The Mentor Program
Harmony Event Medicine
Heart Fellowship
Heather Swientek
James House
Jane Pesznecker
Jennifer Slater
Kirstin Juul
Lane Senior Support Coalition, Corp
LIVE
Michelle Hynes
Moreland Research Support
Newspace Center for Photography
Nonstop
Northwest Osteopathic Medical Foundation
NW Food Recovery
Open Meadow Alternative Schools, Inc.
Oregon Recreation & Park Association
Oregon Repertory Singers
Oregon Society of Artists
Portland Chinatown History and Museum Foundation
Portland Housing Center
Portland OIC
Portland Radio Project
Power2Play Foundation
Prescott Jones
ProFund Northwest Fundraising Solutions
Sibyl Barnum
The Angel Hero Foundation Inc.
The Giving Tree
West Coast Dog and Cat Rescue

STAY CONNECTED





NONPROFITS & THE OREGON MINIMUM WAGE

Reflections from Jim

Jim WhiteI hope that you will indulge me in a slightly longer letter this month. It is on a critically important topic regarding the minimum wage in Oregon. The Oregon legislature is currently considering several bills including, HB2008, HB2009, and SB610, related to raising the minimum wage. Lawmakers are suggesting several different approaches for a phase-in of the minimum wage over several years. Proponents of raising the minimum wage cite social and economic justice, with several well-written articulations of why this is an issue that nonprofits need to support and embrace. Read more

 

SUCCESS STORIES
Clarinda, Interim Development Director
Clarinda White
"St. Andrew Legal Clinic was fortunate to have Clarinda's expertise, knowledge and dedication as our Interim Development Director for 11 months. Her help was invaluable. Without her help we would not have had the fiscal success that we enjoyed in 2014." Read more
 
To Energize Your Board, Share the Big Picture
Barbara Gibbs
For board members to effectively participate in fundraising, they need to understand the big picture of how your organization is funded. When people understand how something works and why it is important, and they have had an opportunity to give input and feedback, they will be more invested in the final results.. Read more

AMPLIFY YOUR VOICE
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. 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
ComCap Oregon Conference
Portland - May 4-5, 2015
Oregon's community capital and crowd funding conference, to discuss how Oregonians can become stakeholders (and shareholders!) in their own economy. Join 25+ experts from across the state and beyond, all together in one place for the first time. They'll be presenting on panels, hands-on workshops, keynotes and more. Learn more
Summer Institute for Intercultural Communication (SIIC)
Portland - July-24, 2015
The 39th annual SIIC offers professional development opportunities for people working in education, training, business, and consulting, in both international and domestic intercultural contexts. One of the premier gatherings of professionals in the field of intercultural communication, SIIC presents a unique opportunity to explore the field and network with others in a stimulating and supportive environment. Learn more
Regards to Rural 2015 Conference 
Bend - 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
Leading Change Summit
Washington DC, September 13-16, 2015 
NTEN's Leading Change Summit (15LCS) will bring together nonprofit innovators that lead change in their organizations, and close with a super-charged Idea Accelerator finale. Four 15LCS hubs are designed specifically to help attendees lead the change in their organization: program design and effectiveness, developing technical solutions, activating constituents for impact, and new models for fundraising. 
Learn more

BUILD YOUR CAPACITY & NETWORK
Next Generation Initiative: Oregon Summer Fellowship
This program is for current graduate students who are enrolled in a Master or Ph.D. program. Their starting dates span early May through late June, depending on the academic calendar of their university, but in all cases their appointments are for 40 hours per week spread over 10-weeks. Learn more
Next Generation Initiative: Hatfield Fellowship
This program is specifically designed for recent graduates who have completed their Master or Ph.D. program within the last year -- or who will receive their degree by June 30, 2015.  Their appointments are for 32 hours per week spread across 32 active work weeks, beginning July 6, 2015. 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
Reimagining the Dream
Portland - May 8, 2015
Volunteers of America Oregon Presents a symposium on diversity, Inclusion, and economic stability. Join business leaders, educators, members of the faith community and non-profit organizations in an exploration of ways to increase diversity and equity to promote a community with opportunity for all. Learn more
Career Pathways to Doing Good in Oregon
Portland - May 14, 2015
Are you looking for a nonprofit job in Oregon?  Do you have an idea for a social good or socially responsible company? Are you searching for work to make a difference in the lives of others? Then please join us for a FREE bi-monthly event co-produced by The Nonprofit Association of Oregon, Hatch Innovation, and Mac's List. Learn more
WVDO Speaker Series: Structural Racism
Portland - May 14, 2015
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

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

NAO's Annual Meeting
Portland - October 7, 2015
Join NAO and other members as we celebrate our accomplishments from the past year, hear about NAO's plans for the future, enjoy thought-provoking presentations, and network with your peers.Reserve your seat today! Learn more
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
GrantStation Membership
Are you getting your share of the grant funding this year? GrantStation has the tools for you! For only $60, NAO Members can get access to GrantStation's services and resources. Search grantmakers, write winning grant proposals, learn how to develop solid grant strategies, and read their weekly newsletter of timely grant opportunities. Learn more
Bluewater Credit Card Processing
Bluewater offers guaranteed savings on fees for organizations that already accept credit cards. NAO members receive a free, no-obligation savings analysis showing exactly how much can be saved on fees by using Bluewater's services. Organizations that switch their credit card processing to Bluewater experience savings that range from 11-54%, with an average savings of about 24%. Learn more
Elite Charity Auctions
1 Hour Free Auction Consultation
Are you having an upcoming fundraising auction? Are you considering holding a fundraising auction? We are offering this great opportunity for Nonprofit Association of Oregon members with a 1 hour free auction consultation! We help you with your run of show, live auction items and order, silent auction, fun games and Paddle Raise or Fund-A-Need. Contact us today to set an face to face free Consultation! Learn more
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

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
2015 Nonprofit Benchmarks Report
Leading nonprofits are raising more money than ever before! That's one of the findings of NTEN and M+R 's 2015 Nonprofit Benchmarks Study, this year's guide to nonprofit industry standards for online fundraising, advocacy, and list building. Learn more

Free webinar about the report: May 6, 2015
The Circus Project: And Still I Rise
Portland - June 4, 2015
Pop the corks and fly the flags! Announcing the opening of our beautiful, new Pearl District Training Facility!  Be amazed by innovative performances from students and staff! Be wowed by a premiere of new works from Cirque du Soleil performers! Be satiated by local delicacies, beer and wine! Learn more

IN THE NEWS
America Gives More Act of 2015
The components of the America Gives More Act of 2015 (H.R.644) would provide immediate relief to communities across America by restoring and permanently extending three expired charitable giving incentives - food inventories, conservation easements, and the IRA rollover - as well as streamline the foundation excise tax, designed to provide needed resources to support the work of charitable nonprofits Learn more
100 Best Nonprofits to Work For Survey 

The 100 Best Nonprofits survey for 2015 is now open and runs through June 26. The survey is used to determine the 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For in Oregon as well as the 100 Best Green Companies to Work For in Oregon. Learn more
Sport for Health Grant Program
The Trail Blazers Foundation is dedicated to making Oregon and SW Washington a better place for underserved children and families where they live, learn and play. The Foundation's new Sport for Health grants will support nonprofit organizations focused on serving youth (ages 18 and under) that have a mission, primary goal, or program focused on getting kids (and families) moving. 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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