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Capacity Building: How to Fund Your Organization's Priorities

Desctiption:Comprehensive development plans ensure that time and effort are focused on the most productive activities; those intended to generate diversified revenue streams guided by broad‐based goals, SMART objectives, metrics, action steps, accountability, and timeframes. In this interactive session, strategic thinker Nancy Preston will provide an overview of the critically important process of operational development planning that can (and should!) be embraced by everyone in the organization.

During this session, participants will:

• Develop an understanding of the importance of cultivating a "culture of philanthropy" throughout the organization,
• Understand the value of committing to a development audit that identifies trends and challenges, alonf with revenue-generating opportunities,
• Learn how to create and implement a metrics-driven development plan that supports the organization's strategic plan priorities
• Discuss the importance of the evaluation process, and
• Expand your toolkit by learning effective techniques for assigning ownership and assuming accountability for success.

The deliberate and methodical execution of a comprehensive development plan will create long-term sustainability for the organization.

Nancy Meyers Preston

Nancy Meyers Preston, LTD

Major Gift Asking for a Small Shop

Many smaller non-profits are highly dependent on philanthropy to balance their operating budgets , as they have few opportunities for significant earned revenue. Unfortunately, many of these same organizations also lack the necessary financial resources to recruit a qualified fundraising professional. In the face of this conundrum, it is incumbent upon the Executive leadership and Board members to acquire the skill set of a “major gift officer”, so they can effectively identify, cultivate and solicit major gift prospects.

Michael Stein

Constellation Advancement

Resolving Conflict in the Workplace

This course is designed to build confidence in approaching others to conduct effective resolution dialogue when small-scale conflict exists. The importance of defining conflict’s source, checking out own intent and understanding the same for others is explored to ensure that the conversation is productive, rather than adversarial.

Holly Boucher

Integra HR Performance Consultant

How to Future-Proof Your Organization with Marketing, Automation and AI

In "How to Future-Proof Your Non-Profit with Marketing, Automation, and AI," Mack Burnett III, CEO of POWERFUL IMPACT, offers valuable insights tailored to the unique needs of non-profit organizations. Drawing from his extensive experience, Mack explores cutting-edge marketing strategies, the latest in automation technologies, and the transformative potential of artificial intelligence. This talk provides non-profits with actionable strategies to enhance efficiency, amplify their impact, and sustain long-term success amidst rapid technological advancements. Attendees will also learn the art of digital storytelling to effectively engage their audience and convey their mission.

Mack Burnett III

CEO, Powerful Impact

Taking Your Grant Strategy to the Next Level

Join NYCON Grants expert Kate McNally, for an interactive workshop designed specifically for organizations with limited grants staff. In this session, you’ll learn how to improve your grant research and writing processes by exploring key elements such as organizational readiness, assessing specific opportunities, building a grants team, developing a practical proposal toolbox, and incorporating strategies to streamline systems and processes. This is a chance to gain practical insights and actionable tips to elevate your grant strategy and increase your chances of securing funding.

Kate McNally

Senior Capacity Building Advisor, New York Council of Nonprofits