NYCON will hold its Annual Member Meeting during the luncheon on September 30th and will be awarding the 7th Annual Michael H. Urbach, CPA, Community Builder´s Award in partnership with the New York State Society of CPAs.

Welcome to Camp Finance 2010!

Agenda

Workshop Descriptions

Registration

Venue

Presenters

Exhibiting & Sponsors

Community Builder Award

Message from Mohonk Mountain House

 Dear friends I’ve met and those I hope to:

For so many of us, this has been one of the most challenging periods in recent memory. Much has changed over the years since our first Camp Finance in 2002, but some things are constant: the resiliency of the nonprofit community and our resolve to continue to serve those who have come to rely on us. Like so many nonprofits around the country, we carefully considered whether our 9th annual Camp Finance should be held, and if so, in what venue. We surveyed our Campers from years past, many of whom said that especially this year, price was the biggest consideration and barrier given the economic environment. And we heard from several past Campers who told us this year, more than ever, Camp Finance was their “must attend” conference. Having considered all, we discussed our challenges with our friends at Mohonk Mountain House, whom we have viewed throughout the evolution of Camp Finance as a true partner in our efforts to continue to improve our Campers’ experience each year. In recognition of Mohonk’s commitment to assisting us in celebrating the vital work that the nonprofits in New York do each and every day during a particularly challenging time, Mohonk’s management keep our conference rates to a level that allows us to offer both new and returning Campers who are members of NYCON to attend at a price that’s only a few dollars more than our inaugural Camp Finance.

We invite you all to join us at our 9th annual Camp Finance and experience the only conference of its kind in the Northeast. Camp Finance is solely dedicated to bringing the latest information on nonprofit financial management, accounting, and regulatory changes delivered by the foremost experts in the country directly to those whose work on a daily basis has such a tremendous impact on our lives, those of our neighbors, our families, our environment and our communities. Camp Finance is, as you have told us over the past 8 years, the only opportunity many of you have to interact with your peers, share ideas and find solutions to challenges you face in an evolving economic environment. We have invited Tim Delaney, CEO of the National Council of Nonprofits to be our keynote speaker, and our sessions will focus on basic nonprofit accounting for those who need a refresher or are new to the nonprofit field, regulatory changes and compliance topics, including a session regarding Medicaid compliance, fraud cases and how to avoid them, accounting for contributions and other timely issues.

This year, we are bringing our popular Money For Mission sessions to Camp Finance that will focus on fundraising, marketing, social media grant-making (both government and philanthropic) and more. You will also learn the latest federal and state public policy trends as they affect your capacity to be successful.

We will continue this year to green Camp Finance. As you progress through your two-day stay, you’ll notice pitchers of water instead of bottles, 50-100% post consumer recycled materials in everything from our tote bags to our name tags. During the course of Camp Finance we’ll also hear from a representative of Mohonk Mountain House regarding the impressive sustainability program they’ve undertaken to minimize the impact of their operations on the pristine Mohonk Preserve.

Our inspiration this year comes from all of you, serving New York’s communities, day in, day out, whether delivering child care, health services, protecting our environment, preserving our historic places, providing access to arts and cultural experiences, services to our seniors, providing shelter to abused animals or assistance to our neighbors in need. The work you do valuable, relevant, and so crucial to the fabric of our communities. At NYCON, we have always hoped that attending Camp Finance allows you to take two days to learn, share with new friends, and just as important, take a few deep breaths, relax and enjoy the beauty of Autumn on the mountain top. We recognize the importance of your work and we celebrate you all. Come and see.

Kelly S. Mathews
Chief Operating Officer
Senior Vice President, Financial Accountability and Compliance Services
New York Council of Nonprofits, Inc, (NYCON)



A Message From Mohonk Mountain House...

"Mohonk Mountain House has been hosting non-profit meetings since 1883 and is dedicated to continuing our partnership with the NY Council of Nonprofits.  We realize that 2009 has not been an easy year for the non-profit segment. To show our appreciation for the many years of business your organization has brought to our mountaintop,  we’ve offered a reduced rate this year. As in years past, we hope your meeting at Mohonk Mountain House leads to greater productivity, creative thinking, rest, renewal, and the feeling of being one of our most "valued guests.” We’re thrilled to have the NY Council for Nonprofits return this year and look forward to welcoming all of you back to our House!" 

-Mary Lou Race, CMP, Director of Sales
Mohonk Mountain House