TANO

AFP - Webinar: How to Have Conversations With Donors About Planned Gifts

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 18:22:03 GMT

AFP - Webinar: How to Have Conversations With Donors About Planned Gifts
Start Date: 9-Dec-09 12:00 PM
End Time: 9-Dec-09 1:30 PM
Location: Austin Community College Highland Business Center - Room 103.6, Austin, TX 78752
Speaker: Kathryn W. Miree, J.D.

Event Details:

This is an AFP webinar hosted by ACC CCBNO

About the Event

Fundraisers and volunteers have a natural fear of the planned giving conversation, worried that it requires a discussion of technical issues -- or worse, the donor's death. This practical session will help you overcome those fears to have conversations that will increase your organization's long-term (and even short-term) revenue. You will learn how to identify the top planned gift and endowment prospects, prepare for the conversation, set up the visit, use volunteers on the call, define the roles of each party on the call, and how to open, advance and finish the conversation.

Learning Objectives

Participants will learn:

Why it is so important to talk to donors about deferred and planned gifts
How to identify the best prospects for conversations
The role of staff and volunteers in making planned giving calls
What you must know before you call
How to set up the call
How to have the conversation: the opening, the exploration and the close
Involving the donor's advisor

Austin Community College Highland Business Center - Room 103.6

5930 Middle Fiskville Road

Austin, TX USA 78752

Board Primer: What Excellent Boards Do

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 14:49:48 GMT

Board Primer: What Excellent Boards Do
Start Date: 3-Dec-09 3:00 PM
End Time: 3-Dec-09 5:00 PM
Location: Greenlights, Austin, TX 78752
Speaker: Tara Levy

Event Details:

This workshop provides the fundamental principles and best practices that every nonprofit board member should know. Learn about roles and responsibilities, financial management, policymaking, fundraising, planning, and how to work with staff and colleagues. You’ll come away with a clear understanding of the many roles that are required of you and the skills to make the most of your board experience for you and your organization.

Greenlights

7703 N. Lamar Blvd, Suite 400

Austin, TX 78752

Monthly Public Policy Update/ Discussion Teleconferences

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:50:33 GMT

Monthly Public Policy Update/ Discussion Teleconferences
Start Date: 2-Dec-09 2:00 PM
End Time: 2-Dec-09 3:00 PM
Location: Your Telephone
Speaker:

Event Details:

The Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations convenes monthly teleconferences of representatives of TANO organizational members and others interested in the public policy issues which TANO tracks both within Texas and nationally

To promote the exchange and discussion of substantive information on Texas and national legislative and regulatory environments, including information gleaned from National Council of Nonprofits Public Policy Committee discussions; and
To provide an opportunity for the sharing of perspectives and the development of common approaches to effect desired public policy outcomes.

Your Telephone

Executive Director Peer Group Dialogue: Large Organizations

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:39:29 GMT

Executive Director Peer Group Dialogue: Large Organizations
Start Date: 1-Dec-09 8:00 AM
End Time: 15-Dec-09 9:30 AM
Location: Greenlights, Austin, TX 78752
Speaker: Cookie Gregory Ruiz, C.F.R.E.

Event Details:

This three-meeting facilitated series brings Executive Directors of large nonprofit organizations (organizations with budgets above $2 million). Discuss issues of mutual concern and explore management challenges by using collaborative problem-solving to tackle issues of accountability, finding balance between work and personal time, effective use of mentoring, maintaining a positive work culture, and making investments in professional development. Take this opportunity to create a network of peers to call for assistance and take away practical resources and enhanced leadership skills to make you a more effective leader. Recommended specifically for Executive Directors of organizations with budgets above $2 million.

This peer group meets on December 1, 8, and 15. Participants are strongly encouraged to attend all three sessions.

Greenlights

7703 N. Lamar Blvd, Suite 400

Austin, TX 78752

National Philanthropy Day Luncheon & Awards

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 15:18:29 GMT

National Philanthropy Day Luncheon & Awards
Start Date: 17-Nov-09 11:30 AM
End Time: 17-Nov-09 1:00 PM
Location: Hollytree Country Club in Tyler, Tyler, TX
Speaker:

Event Details:

For more details or registration go to http://www.afpeasttexas.org/.

Hollytree Country Club in Tyler

ED 101: Essential Training for Emerging Executive Directors

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 14:37:38 GMT

ED 101: Essential Training for Emerging Executive Directors
Start Date: 11-Nov-09 9:00 AM
End Time: 13-Nov-09 5:00 PM
Location: Greenlights, Austin, TX 78752
Speaker: Various

Event Details:

This series is an intensive three-day program for Executive Directors who have 1) been in the Executive Director position less than three years and 2) are looking for fast-track training on skill development.

We’ll discuss leadership, management, working with the board, fundraising, planning, marketing, policies, legal issues, financial management, human resources, and change management. Be part of a group of leaders who have come to strengthen their skills and address their own organizational issues through problem-solving exercises, role-play, presentation, discussion. You’ll receive a sourcebook of information resources, and some of the best nonprofit experts around will share their stories, tools and insights. Walk away with practical materials and strategies to use immediately in your own organization.

This three-day program will meet on November 11, 12, and 13 from 9am - 5pm.

Greenlights

7703 N. Lamar Blvd, Suite 400

Austin, TX 78752

Board Primer: What Excellent Boards Do

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 17:54:56 GMT

Board Primer: What Excellent Boards Do
Start Date: 6-Nov-09 8:30 AM
End Time: 6-Nov-09 10:30 AM
Location: Greenlights, Austin, TX 78752
Speaker: Tara Kirkland

Event Details:

Greenlights

7703 N. Lamar Blvd, Suite 400

Austin, TX 78752

Creating an Annual Fundraising Plan: A Working Workshop

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 17:47:44 GMT

Creating an Annual Fundraising Plan: A Working Workshop
Start Date: 5-Nov-09 8:30 AM
End Time: 5-Nov-09 12:00 PM
Location: Greenlights, Austin, TX 78752
Speaker: Ann Starr

Event Details:

Need a 2010 fund development plan? Join us for this hands-on “working workshop” to learn the essential components of an annual plan while you develop one for your organization to use in the year ahead! Using a time-tested annual plan template, you learn how to plan a year’s worth of fund development activities in a way that makes the most of your time and resources and ensures that donor relationships are nurtured. You’ll walk away with a great draft plan and the tools and knowledge you need to finalize that plan and start 2010 off right!

Greenlights

7703 N. Lamar Blvd, Suite 400

Austin, TX 78752

Monthly Public Policy Update/ Discussion Teleconferences

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:49:39 GMT

Monthly Public Policy Update/ Discussion Teleconferences
Start Date: 4-Nov-09 2:00 PM
End Time: 4-Nov-09 3:00 PM
Location: Your Telephone
Speaker:

Event Details:

To promote the exchange and discussion of substantive information on Texas and national legislative and regulatory environments, including information gleaned from National Council of Nonprofits Public Policy Committee discussions; and
To provide an opportunity for the sharing of perspectives and the development of common approaches to effect desired public policy outcomes.

Your Telephone

The Board''s Role in Fundraising

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 17:58:51 GMT

The Board's Role in Fundraising
Start Date: 3-Nov-09 1:30 PM
End Time: 3-Nov-09 5:00 PM
Location: Greenlights, Austin, TX 78752
Speaker: Cookie Gregory Ruiz, C.F.R.E.

Event Details:

For Executive Directors and Board Members, this session shows how your board can become better fundraisers. Learn how to craft a fundraising plan of action that your board can really use. Walk away with tips and tools for fundraising assessments, individualized plans, raising major gifts, motivating members, managing board-staff relations, setting realistic expectations, and more.

Greenlights

7703 N. Lamar Blvd, Suite 400

Austin, TX 78752

El Paso - Nonprofit Risk Management Center Webinar

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 04:34:03 GMT

Start Date: 2-Dec-09 12:00 PM
End Time: 2-Dec-09 1:00 PM

El Paso Nonprofit Enterprise Center

1359 Lomaland, Suite 508

El Paso, Texas 79935

El Paso - Nonprofit Risk Management Center Webinar

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 04:34:03 GMT

Start Date: 4-Nov-09 12:00 PM
End Time: 4-Nov-09 1:00 PM

El Paso Nonprofit Enterprise Center

1359 Lomaland, Suite 508

El Paso, Texas 79935

El Paso - Nonprofit Risk Management Center Webinar

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 03:34:03 GMT

Start Date: 7-Oct-09 12:00 PM
End Time: 7-Oct-09 1:00 PM

El Paso Nonprofit Enterprise Center

1359 Lomaland, Suite 508

El Paso, Texas 79935

El Paso - Nonprofit Risk Management Center Webinar

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 03:34:03 GMT

Start Date: 2-Sep-09 12:00 PM
End Time: 2-Sep-09 1:00 PM

El Paso Nonprofit Enterprise Center

1359 Lomaland, Suite 508

El Paso, Texas 79935

El Paso - Nonprofit Risk Management Center Webinar

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 03:34:03 GMT

Start Date: 5-Aug-09 12:00 PM
End Time: 5-Aug-09 1:00 PM

El Paso Nonprofit Enterprise Center

1359 Lomaland, Suite 508

El Paso, Texas 79935

Let’s Get Personal – How to Write More Conversational Emails

noemail@tano.org — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

By Kivi Leroux Miller: Jul 1, 2009

Good email writing is friendly and conversational. While there are certainly times where the newsy, facts-only journalistic style can work, most nonprofit newsletters should be much more personal, and even a little chatty.

People give to and support nonprofits for highly subjective reasons. Your supporters get something deeply personal out of their affiliation with your organization as a donor, volunteer, or advocate. So why would your response back to these passionate people be institutional, monolithic, and completely objective?

You need to break out of the "501(c)(3) speaks to the masses" writing mode, if you want your email communications to be successful.

Here are a few ways to make your writing feel more personal to your readers:

Speak directly to your reader by calling them "you" and refer to yourself and your nonprofit as "We" or "I."
Use bylines. Let your readers know who is writing the article.
Make people central to your content. Include your staff, donors, volunteers, clients, and others by name in your articles.
Tell stories. Tell stories in your e-newsletters to engage your donors in your work, to reinforce their giving decisions, to inspire them to do more, and to encourage more word-of-mouth marketing on your behalf.
Include headshots or photos with people. Show your readers who's talking and who you are talking about.

Your supporters give their time, talents and gifts with passion for your cause. They are part of the family. Write to them that way.

2-Jul-09 6:00 PM

NEW RFP's Announced by Philanthropy Digest

noemail@tano.org — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Arts and Culture

Getty Research Institute Announces 2009-10 Theme for Research Grants for Getty Scholars and Visiting Scholars
The theme for 2009-10 will be "The Display of Art"; grants will allow researchers in residence at the Getty Institute to pursue projects while utilizing the Getty Collections and participating in Getty activities....

Posted on July 2, 2009
Deadline: November 1, 2009

American Composers Forum Announces Call for Scores for Jerome Composers Commissioning Program
Grants of up to $8,000 will be awarded to emerging composers in all musical genres residing in Minnesota or in the five boroughs of New York City creating new works and working to expand new-music culture....

Posted on July 2, 2009
Deadline: August 1, 2009

New Guidelines Available for National Endowment for the Humanities Media Makers Grants
Grants of up to $1 million will be awarded to nonprofits and government agencies working to combine radio, television, or digital media with other resources to enhance their humanities content....

Posted on July 1, 2009
Deadline: August 26, 2009

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Athletics/Sports

Women's Sports Foundation Accepting Applications for Rusty Kanokogi Fund for the Advancement of U.S. Judo
Grants of up to $5,000 will be awarded to elite-level female athletes in need of coaching, training, or travel assistance who are U.S. citizens or legal residents and eligible to compete for a U.S. national team....

Posted on July 2, 2009
Deadline: September 30, 2009

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Community Improvement/Development

Chicago Community Trust Accepting Letters of Inquiry for Competitive Grants Program
Grants will be awarded to nonprofits in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, or Will County, Illinois, working to improve their communities in the areas of arts and culture, human services, community development, education, or health....

Posted on July 2, 2009
Deadline: July 15, 2009 (Letter of Inquiry)

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Health

American Medical Association Foundation Fund for Better Health Offers Grants to Encourage Healthy Lifestyles
Grants of up to $5,000 will be awarded to grassroots nonprofits working to address healthy lifestyle issues, including nutrition, physical fitness, alcohol, substance abuse, smoking prevention, and violence prevention....

Posted on June 26, 2009
Deadline: July 15, 2009

Commonwealth Fund Announces Australian-American Health Policy Fellowship
Mid-career U.S. professionals will receive up to AUD$55,000 to spend up to ten months in Australia conducting research and working with Australian health policy experts on issues relevant to both countries....

Posted on June 26, 2009
Deadline: August 15, 2009

Greater Philadelphia Region Healthcare Nonprofits Invited to Apply for GlaxoSmithKline IMPACT Awards
Awards of $40,000 each will be awarded to up to ten community-based healthcare nonprofits working to provide medical and dental care to the underserved, cancer patients, the chronically ill, and to women and children....

Posted on June 26, 2009
Deadline: July 15, 2009

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Journalism/Media

USC Annenberg/Getty Arts Journalism Program Accepting Applications
The three-week arts immersion experience will provide living expenses, reading materials, Internet access, and a $500 stipend to journalists covering the visual and performing arts, architecture, literature, and pop culture....

Posted on June 27, 2009
Deadline: July 14, 2009

Social Science Research Council Announces Abe Fellowship for Journalists
The six-week program will provide stipends of $23,500 to print and online journalists working on individual short-term policy-related projects involving political, social, and economic issues of concern to the United States and Japan....

Posted on June 26, 2009
Deadline: September 15, 2009

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Medical Research

Terra Foundation for American Art Offers Exhibition Program Grants
Grants will be provided for exhibitions of American art shown at art and cultural institutions in Chicago and outside the United States, as well as exhibitions of American art organized by U.S.-based art and cultural institutions....

Posted on July 1, 2009
Deadline: September 14, 2009 (Letter of Inquiry)

Nancy R. Gelman Foundation Announces 2009 Seed Grant Competition to Improve Care for Breast Cancer Patients
Grants of up to $1,500 will be awarded to nonprofits in the United States and abroad working to improve services provided to women with or at risk of breast cancer....

Posted on July 1, 2009
Deadline: August 5, 2009

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Public Affairs

Social Science Research Council and Japan Foundation Center for Global Partnership Accepting Applications for Abe Fellowship
Researchers from the United States and Japan will receive up to twelve months of full-time support to conduct studies on security and diplomacy, global and regional economic issues, and the role of civil society....

Posted on June 29, 2009
Deadline: September 1, 2009

Ploughshares Fund Offers Support for Efforts Toward World Peace and Security
Grants will be awarded to organizations and individuals working to promote nuclear nonproliferation, disarmament, and conflict prevention through policy reforms legislation, and expansion of public knowledge....

Posted on June 28, 2009
Deadline: July 15, 2009

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Science/Technology

National Space Biomedical Research Institute Seeks Fellowship Applications
Two-year fellowships will be awarded to researchers working in U.S. laboratories on biomedical or biotechnological research related to the health risks of long-duration spaceflight....

Posted on June 30, 2009
Deadline: July 7, 2009 (Intent to Apply Notice)

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2-Jul-09 6:00 PM

Ask-an-Author: Difficult Drop-in Volunteers

noemail@tano.org — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

In this post, author Steve McCurley tackles the problem of an organization whose old methods of volunteer management aren’t working well anymore.

Do you have a volunteer management problem that needs an expert diagnosis? You’re in luck, because the experts are in! Submit your questions to ask-an-author@energizeinc.com. Our favorites will be answered on the blog (and we’ll do our best to provide some help to everyone who writes in).

The Question:
I work with a small nonprofit organization that’s beginning to expand our services. For years, we have hosted “drop-in” volunteer opportunities. At scheduled times, anyone can show up, be trained and oriented upon arrival, and assist with one of our projects – no application, no screening (these projects do NOT involve direct contact with clients).

As we’ve continued to grow and become more well-known, the drop-in volunteer program has started to cause some problems. Volunteers really like to work with us because they don’t have to pre-register, so we almost always have enough help. However, some of the volunteers, while well-meaning, are really not well-suited for the project, and have trouble doing a good job even after being trained and re-trained. Other volunteers come for mandated service, and although some are great, others really don’t care and thus require substantial oversight and redirection. Right now, we don’t have a procedure for dismissing these “problem” volunteers – we just try our best to put them back on the right track, often while trying to help several other new volunteers at the same time.

What can we do to have some greater formality to the drop-in sessions (i.e., basic standards for accepting a volunteers, a process for addressing problem volunteers and dismissing them if necessary) while maintaining the open environment?

Steve’s Answer:
As volunteer programs experiment with ways to streamline the involvement process they discover that there are tradeoffs between making it simple and easy for people to become involved and at the same time developing clear management standards. You have found one of these tradeoffs and it will require making some choices about balancing the interests that are involved.

Drop-in programs (which are a great and effective idea) only work if they allow volunteers to begin work without having to endure interviews, applications, background checks and the other entry procedures we have developed over past years. To work effectively the drop-in programs must minimize the time between the volunteer showing up and the time when they actually begin work. Too many rules, procedures, and hoops to jump over will kill the program. Programs for on-going volunteers, on the other hand, require a bit of structure, rules and procedures, both for purposes of safety and for ensuring a good volunteer experience.

In your case, I’d recommend creating a two-tier system for involvement which allows people to choose whether they will stay in the more casual drop-in mode of involvement or move on to the higher level of ongoing volunteering. The system would work something like this:

Drop-in volunteers would fill out a minimal “registration” form, basically listing name and contact information. This will allow you to send them thank-you notices, information about upcoming events, etc. Personally I’d make this optional, but I suspect most volunteers will have no trouble with giving you this basic information if it is explained nicely.
Drop-in volunteers receive minimal “orientation,” and most of that is to the setting (”There’s the food and restrooms…”) and the actual work. They also receive a brochure or other information about the organization (and this can be provided by giving it to them as they leave or by mailing it to them afterwards).
Ongoing volunteers go through a formal application, interviewing, and orientation process, and are eligible for volunteer positions beyond the simple ones performed at the drop-in center. An ongoing volunteer makes a greater commitment to the organization and thus qualifies for a different level of involvement and responsibility. Drop-in volunteers are invited to apply for ongoing volunteer positions, but are not required to.
The only rules that are the same for both drop-in and ongoing volunteers involve those around dealing with problem situations – the same rules of conduct and performance should apply to each. These are explained to ongoing volunteers as part of their orientation process; they are only explained to a drop-in volunteer if they are violating a rule. The key, however, to making these work in the drop-in situation is having an “immediate suspension” rule that can be invoked when a problem arises – this is designed to get the problem volunteer out of the work area while things are being sorted out.
In practice, this will probably work better than it sounds, unless you have an unusual number of unruly drop-in volunteers.

Since you do seem to have some of these (the ones who just don’t “get it” and the mandatory service ones) I’d recommend handling these special cases in the old fashioned way – just say “No.” Once a drop-in volunteer has demonstrated an inability or unwillingness to perform the work in a satisfactory manner, they should not be allowed to come back and volunteer again. The procedure for implementing this is simple:

At the time the volunteer exhibits the unsatisfactory behavior they are first cautioned, then removed from the setting (”fired”), and told that they will not be accepted for further drop-in volunteering. If they have a problem with this decision, they may discuss it with the volunteer manager at a later time. If they are being referred by another agency, that agency should be informed of this decision (without any details about why this is being done). You have an absolute right not to accept these referrals unless you have some kind of contract with the referring organization; and if you do have a contract or agreement you should make sure it allows you the right of absolute rejection of unsuitable volunteers.
If they return to the drop-in setting and attempt to volunteer, they are refused entry. This means that you need someone supervising the drop-in setting who has some personal authority, since this is what will substitute for the procedural rules that we institute in an ongoing volunteer program.

The bottom line on all this is that you can’t run a drop-in volunteering effort with all the rules and procedures of an ongoing program. Attempting to do so will only kill the drop-in effort. And the worst justification for adding more rules is a situation like yours where a few bad volunteers are being used as the rationale. In drop-in settings you still provide management, but the management is more of a personal, not a procedural, nature.

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If you want to learn more about effectively managing a drop-in volunteer program, be sure to check out “Drop-In Volunteers and the Benefits of Flexibility,” an article from the April 2009 issue of e-Volunteerism.

2-Jul-09 6:00 PM

HomeAbout OneStar FoundationAnnouncing the Community Solutions Agenda

noemail@tano.org — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Announcing the Community Solutions Agenda

July 1st, 2009 - Posted by OneStar Foundation

As we mentioned on our Web site today, President Barack Obama recently announced the Community Solutions Agenda, which includes focusing $650 million of the Recovery Act toward the What Works Fund at the Department of Education. This fund will, in the president’s words, “be investing in the most successful, highest-impact initiatives in our school districts and communities.” At the announcement, the president highlighted several nonprofit organizations that have been achieving quantifiable levels of social impact.

Our colleague Andrew Wolk of Root Cause has a great blog post up here where he describes his experience being present for the Community Solutions Agenda announcement. Wrote Wolk about the program name, “I like the way that sounds. It focuses the conversation on two core elements of this work: ‘community’ and ‘solutions.’”

What did you think of the president’s announcement? What programs do you feel are exceptional examples of social innovation and impact? Be a part of the conversation at Wolk’s blog or in our comments section below.

2-Jul-09 6:00 PM

Apply for a Grant

noemail@tano.org — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

We seek to fund organizations that have a mission or programmatic focus of at-risk children and/or education of children. DSVP grants are typically multi-year and include hands-on involvement by individual partners (who have a range of talents and skills to offer nonprofit organizations). How organizations will use Partner skills is an important element in the grant review process.

Currently the funding round is open.
DSVP's funding round begins with an information session for interested nonprofits followed by a convening of our Investment committee. Once the proposals are recieved the Investment Committee will review and notify the finalist to schedule site visits.  (See Timeline Below)

Review the 2009 Investment Program Guidelines
Download the 2009 Investment Proposal Template
View the Process Overview

Electronic Submissions only at: mhale@dsvp.org

Timeline:
June 3, 2009                 Nonprofit Information Session on DSVP Funding (PowerPoint Presentation here)
August 10, 2009          Proposal deadline
By October 1, 2009       All Finalist Notified
October 2009                 Site visits scheduled with finalists
November 9, 2009        Presentation Coaching Sessions
November 16, 2009      Final Presentations

Selection will be determined in early December.

2-Jul-09 6:00 PM

Corporate Giving Declined in 2008

noemail@tano.org — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Thu, 07/02/2009 - 9:48am — Robert Weiner

Last month we mentioned GivingUSA's annual assessment of individual giving which showed that donations from individuals had dropped 5.7% overall in 2008. Things were even worse on the corporate side.

The Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy's 2008 assessment of corporate gving (PDF) reports that corporate giving was down nearly 8% overall ($30.78 million compared to $33.19 million in 2007). Although 53% of corporations surveyed said they had increased their giving, and 27% had increased giving by at least 10%, it wasn't enough to make up for the overall decline.

Check out the full report (PDF) for more details that may be influencing nonprofit budgets dramatically.

2-Jul-09 5:00 PM

IRS Updates

noemail@tano.org — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 03:30:00 GMT

  1.  Nonprofit Governance - The View from the IRS

Read the remarks of TE/GE Commissioner Sarah Hall Ingram before a seminar on Issues in Nonprofit Governance at Georgetown Law Center on June 23, 2009.

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  2.  Advisory Committee Report Released

The Advisory Committee on Tax Exempt and Government Entities (ACT) released its eighth report at its public meeting on June 10, 2009. The report includes recommendations of the EO project team on how to improve the tax rules governing international grant-making by exempt organizations.

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  3.  Employee or Independent Contractor?

Listen to an interesting new audio presentation, developed for practitioners by the IRS Small Business/Self-Employed division but of interest to all employers, on Proper Worker Classification. A written transcript of the program is also available.

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1-Jul-09 10:30 PM

Idealware Tip of the Month: Software to Get Supporters Fundraising For You

noemail@tano.org — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Want to engage your supporters in fundraising for you? Tools like Change.org, ChangingthePresent.org, or FirstGiving will allow them to create their own personalized fundraising pages where they can use pictures and text to talk about their involvement in the cause. Individual fundraisers can then contact their network, direct them to their pages and begin taking donations.

Many of the available tools let you experiment with distributed fundraising without making a significant investment – they're relatively easy to set up, with no big up-front costs. In fact, many services are free, except for a percentage fee for each donation.

There are a number of options, but a few tools are especially quick and easy to get started with, regardless of your level of technical expertise:

Change.org (http://www.change.org)
Change.org provides a social networking site geared toward nonprofit causes, which includes both online giving and distributed fundraising tools. Through the free basic service, organizations can create a page that includes their logo and information, an overall progress thermometer, testimonials, photos and videos, a list of supporters and recent donors, donation functionality, and a donation widget for supporters. Supporters of the organization can also create their own fundraising pages via link from the organization's page, and donations can be tracked by an administrator through an online report. Change.org offers a premium package for an additional $20 per month that allows for more customization. Donations are processed by Network for Good, a common processor, with a fee of 4.75 percent for each donation.

ChangingthePresent.org (http://www.changingthepresent.org)
This site encourages donors to replace traditional gifts with donations to a cause. With the free package, organizations have a very basic home page where donors can make a simple donation of any amount and supporters can create fundraising pages to raise money for the organization. Changingthepresent.org also offers a premium package for $100 per year, which lets organizations create pre-packaged gifts that show what they can provide for a given price – for example, a $100 donation feeds a child in Somalia for one month, and donors purchase that $100 donation as a gift for someone, and allows for more customization of the organization's profile. Fees are 3 percent, plus $.30 per donation.

Firstgiving (http://www.firstgiving.org)
FirstGiving provides easy to use tools that let supporters set up their own fundraising pages, and allows campaign administrators to track campaign progress across individual fundraisers. With the basic program (which is free except for transaction fees), the organization and individual pages are not very customizable and won't necessarily mesh with your organization's graphic style. The premium package is $300 per year (with the same transaction fees) and offers more customization of the pages, the ability to link back to your organization's homepage, and support for teams of fundraisers. Unlike some of the other tools, FirstGiving does not have a built in audience, so you'll need to rely solely on your own supporters to spread the word. Transactions cost 7.5 percent.

Whatever tools you use, your strategy is critical. Identify who you're going to ask to participate, and how you're going to ask them, and then help them keep their momentum. Distributed fundraising can be a useful technique for many different kinds of organizations, as long as you're willing and able to invest the time.

For More Information

Idealware, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, provides impartial information to help nonprofits choose software—and we have lots more resources about online fundraising!

1-Jul-09 9:00 PM

New 990 Software Release on July 20: Is It Enough?

noemail@tano.org — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 01:00:00 GMT

A Blue Avocado Reader OpEd: The new 990 Online software comes out next week on July 20, 2009. This release will help as we face the challenges of filing the redesigned IRS Form 990 (for fiscal years starting in 2008). But 990 Online needs better support to make it the resource we need it to be. Reader Dennis Walsh discusses the software issue and points to the modest investment that would ease the implementation burden for hundreds of thousands of nonprofits nationwide.

When my wife Debbie was executive director of a North Carolina senior center, she remembers "plowing through the 990 paper forms and instructions, trying to figure out what went where. We couldn't afford to hire a preparer and even though we had a CPA on the board, he didn't provide any help. I wondered if I could go to jail if I did this wrong!"

Sadly, this experience is mirrored in many community nonprofits.

The IRS estimates that it would take a novice preparer 158 hours to learn the regulations and complete the new Form 990: equivalent to dedicating a full-time employee to this task for a month.

It's likely that by 2010 more than 250,000 small nonprofits -- those with income of under $500,000 but still required to file -- will have to struggle with the staffing and/or outsourcing costs of Form 990. With the threshold lowered, many will confront Form 990 for the first time, and nonprofits of all sizes will be dealing with a substantially different Form.

At the same time, the revised Form 990 carries more weight than ever, as more people view them on the web. As the Independent Sector views it, "The revised Form 990 is much more than a financial document: it's the primary source of information about your governance, operations, and programs available to government regulators, the press, and the public."

From two pages in 1941 to 11 core parts and 16 schedules

Indeed, over its seven decade history, the IRS 990 has evolved into something far different from the initial two-page version of 1941. One of the three guiding principles of the 990 redesign was to minimize the burden on filing organizations. Yet, with an 11-part core form that can trigger up to 16 separate schedules (subsidiary forms), the new 990 is much more intricate than its predecessors.

The expansion of the 990 is due in large part to the new governance (board of directors) objectives that are included in the 2008 990 for the first time. Though compliance with these governance objectives is not legally required, the IRS wants to monitor the degree to which nonprofits follow these practices. But translating such objectives into accurate completion of Form 990 is not straightforward, and many organizations will be left unsure of which way to turn, especially since the governance guidelines are the same for large and small organizations.

One way nonprofits often manage the complexity and costs is to outsource 990 preparation: approximately 75% of forms are completed by outsourced professionals. (Another core principle of the original 990 was that it could be completed by staff without requiring a preparer or auditor's help!) The expanded questions on governance, compensation, insider transactions, and business with related organizations -- along with more emphasis on narrative descriptions -- has increased the time that both nonprofit clients and accounting practitioners will need to gather and process information. Organizations that employ the "SALY" (Same As Last Year) approach to answering questions do so at increased peril.

Commercial software friendly for experts only

Software packages supporting Form 990 are available at affordable license and per-return fees, but generally require a skill level possessed only by accounting and tax professionals. Like many packages, my personal choice, UltraTax CS, has the integrated features needed for efficient preparation. The Intuit ProSeries software allows QuickBooks users to link account balances to a specific 990 form location, and may speed things up for experienced tax practitioners, but requires significant expertise.

Accordingly, many organizations find themselves in a difficult position: either struggling to learn the new forms and instructions at increased risk of an incomplete or inaccurate return, or opting for costly outsourcing to a professional firm.

To support ease-of-use filing by the nation's individual taxpayers, the IRS partnered with commercial vendors in its Free File program. As a result, about one-half of individual taxpayers can prepare and file their returns online using free, user-friendly software. To create similar tools for nonprofits, in 2004 the Urban Institute developed such software named "990 Online," welcomed so enthusiastically by nonprofits that more than 11,000 990s were completed using the software by only its third year; of these, almost 80% were also filed electronically.

Access and technical support is currently free to organizations with income under $100,000 and costs up to $75 for organizations above this level. You can create a user account at no cost, evaluate the 2007 program, and sign up for notification of the 2008 release, by visiting http://efile.form990.org/.

But with the dramatic changes beginning with the 2008 form, will the Urban Institute be able to sufficiently improve 990 Online so that it is a solution for the many thousands of small nonprofits when they face the redesigned 990 for the first time while it's phased-in between now and 2010??

The Urban Institute's 990 Online should be applauded as a welcome step toward eliminating some of the grief and financial burden of completing the 990 as well as preparing nonprofits for the eventual requirement that all 990s be filed electronically.

However, rebuilding 990 Online to support the IRS form redesign in a user-friendly way will cost money. Tom Pollak of the Urban Institute is grateful for the Mott Foundation's $300,000 development grant, but revision of 990 Online depends on attracting additional outside support for development, and for marketing to expand user volume that will limit user fee increases.

"990 Online is not a TurboTax® for nonprofits," noted Bill Levis, a senior Associate at the Urban Institute. "It requires the user to be a knowledgeable 990 preparer." To move 990 Online to a TurboTax-like "questionnaire-style" (rather than sequential style) will require additional dvelopment and testing funds.

990 software would cost less than $3 for each nonprofit user

With all the buzz about how nonprofits should increase transparency and be more efficient, a modest annual investment that supports and improves the new 990 Online would be, in effect, a substantial grant to each one of the 500,000 charitable nonprofits that file a 990 each year. Even at an annual cost of $1 million for programming and support, the cost would be less than $3 per nonprofit.

We need our nonprofit sector leadership to press for financial support to develop user-friendly 990 software. Specifically:

Nonprofit coalitions and umbrella organizations should ask the IRS to support nonprofit accountability and efficiency by making small funds available to the Urban Institute and/or others developing such software. The IRS can build on the successful ways it has partnered with commercial vendors to provide individual tax return software to similarly partner with vendors to provide 990 software. Consider using the sample letter below to be signed by your coalition or association.
Foundations and foundation associations must make grants to further improve and promote use of 990 Online software, and ask Congress to support this inexpensive accountability initiative. Foundations have a weak spot for high profile, splashy efforts. This effort in contrast combines a low profile and low cost with exceptionally high impact; software that will significantly reduce compliance costs for every nonprofit that files the 990.
As nonprofits we need to raise the issue to our coalitions, networks and associations and ask them to support the development of the new 990 software.
All of us can contact political bodies that support such exempt sector issues. Write a sentence or two about how your organization experiences the 990, and ask them to partner with the Urban Institute to further develop and sustain 990 Online.

The IRS Exempt Organizations Division is currently accepting comments on the redesigned 2008 Form 990 by email at Form990Revision@irs.gov. A sample letter then can be sent to the IRS and to your Congressional representatives:

Sample letter to IRS

Dear ___ (IRS or Congressional representative): Each year our nonprofit spends dozens of hours and thousands of dollars in the preparation of Form 990. Your own office estimates that it will take 158 hours per organization for the preparer to learn the Revised 990 and to complete the return.

The National Center for Charitable Statistics at the Urban Institute has been a leading advocate for the electronic filing of the 990 and is currently striving to provide exempt organizations with user-friendly 990 preparation software that supports efiling. It can be reasonably estimated that the annual cost of further developing and supporting this software would be less than $3 for every exempt organization required to file Form 990.

Such software would not only make 990 compliance less costly to the organization, it would also improve 990 accuracy and make it far less expensive to post 990s online -- thereby increasing transparency and accountability to the American public.

Accordingly, I/we ask for your support of such further efforts to reduce the filing burden as promised as part of the 990 redesign project. Sincerely, _______.

Express your support of 990 Online to by sending an email to Form900Revision@irs.gov

and let the The Urban Institute know of your support by copying your email to: tpollak at ui.urban.org
Tom Pollak, Senior Research Associate
Center for Nonprofits and Philanthropy, the Urban Institute

In closing, aside from the few nonprofits with complex tax law issues, there is simply no good reason why any nonprofit with an appropriate bookkeeping system should not be able to prepare a complete and accurate 990 without disproportionately burdensome costs. If you haven't tried 990 Online, try it after the July 20 launch, and stay in touch with developments. After reading a draft of this article, my wife was moved to write a letter to our state's Congressional representatives. I hope you'll join us in this effort to significantly reduce the financial burden and staff impact on all nonprofits filing the 990 in 2010.

P.S. I didn't help my wife with her organization's 990 because we hadn't yet met. Now that I'm out of public accounting and "rewired," I've found it rewarding to volunteer with nonprofits.

Dennis Walsh, C.P.A. (seen here with wife Deborah) will be a beta tester of the new version of 990 Online. He volunteers with nonprofits through the Guilford Nonprofit Consortium, SCORE, and the North Carolina Center for Nonprofits, and is President of the operating foundation The Deborah and Dennis Walsh Foundation. Dennis previously contributed the popular Blue Avocado article, "Tracking Volunteer Time to Boost Your Bottom Line: A Complete Accounting Guide."

1-Jul-09 8:00 PM

Fundraising Dips In First Quarter Of 2009

noemail@tano.org — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 01:00:00 GMT

The struggling economy hit nonprofits hard in the first quarter of 2009. According to the latest Target Analytics Index of National Fundraising Performance, the number of new donors dropped by almost 13%, as compared to 2008. The study analyzed 79 nonprofit organizations and their fundraising campaigns via direct mail, online fundraising, telemarketing and canvassing.

The study also showed that for the first time since Target Analytics released its initial study in 2002, overall revenue per donor declined by 2.1%. Prior to this study, the Index of the National Fundraising Performance had only been showing a gradual decline in donor numbers since the U.S. Gulf Coast hurricanes of 2005. However, things rapidly changed from Q4 in 2008 to Q1 in 2009. The decline in donors accelerated even faster due to the recession and a 13% decrease in new donors.

While these numbers may seem alarming, it’s common to see a decrease in donations and donors in Q1, since it’s the slowest fundraising period in a calendar year. In addition, nonprofits are competing for donors' attention in a dismal economy, which many fundraisers have not had to face before. Furthermore, this is the first time in eight years that we have a Democrat in the White House who is very supportive of major progressive causes such as health care reform, ending the war in Iraq, etc. So fundraising asks are not as “fight the right” focused as they were during the Bush administration. By the way, if you have not checked outFrogloop's recent article on converting new activists into donors, now would be a good time to do so, since it’s packed with great tips and resources.

Other key metrics from the study include:

The median average gift was $38 in Q1 2009.
The median revenue per donor was $47.
The median average gift decreased by 2.4%
Retention rates decreased by a median 1%.
Reactivation rates fell by 6.5% compared to Q1 2008.
Animal Welfare organizations experienced an increase in donors between Q1 2008 and Q1 2009 by approximately 1.3%.

“Revenue per donor has generally increased for the past five years, with some slowdown in growth in 2008. In the past, revenue per donor increases usually made up for donor decreases, allowing overall revenue to continue to grow,” said Target Analytics. But obviously the struggling economy is impacting fundraising.

However, nonprofits can battle the economic slowdown by staying focused on growing their online fundraising programs and lists (taking churn rates into account), and of course by utilizing a multi-channel approach to integrate offline and online fundraising campaigns.

1-Jul-09 8:00 PM

ONESTAR FOUNDATION PRESIDENT/CEO ELIZABETH SEALE NAMED NAPEW WOMAN OF THE YEAR

noemail@tano.org — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Contact: Courtney Suhr (512) 287-2014 courtney@onestarfoundation.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ONESTAR FOUNDATION PRESIDENT/CEO ELIZABETH SEALE NAMED NAPEW WOMAN OF THE YEAR June 29, 2009 AUSTIN – Elizabeth D. Seale, president and chief executive officer (CEO) of OneStar Foundation: Texas Center for Social Impact, has been named Woman of the Year in Nonprofit and Social Services by the National Association of Professional and Executive Women (NAPEW). It is an honor to receive the Woman of the Year award from the NAPEW in recognition of a lifetime of service to those in need, said Seale. I look forward to continuing my passion for service by supporting the social sector as president and CEO of OneStar Foundation. Seale is responsible for public policy and community development at OneStar, which she has led since Texas Governor Rick Perry appointed her in February 2009. Before coming to OneStar, Elizabeth was chief operating officer of the Corporation for National...

First Lady Michelle Obama to Keynote National Conference on Volunteering and Service

noemail@tano.org — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 17:00:00 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO – Highlighting her commitment to community service, First Lady Michelle Obama will give the keynote address at the 2009 National Conference on Volunteering and Service in San Francisco next Monday, June 22. The conference, co-hosted by the Corporation for National and Community Service and the Points of Light Institute, will bring together more than 4,000 volunteer and service leaders from across the nation and globe at a time of strong momentum for service and civic engagement. This conference takes place from June 22-24 at the Moscone Center West in San Francisco. The First Lady is keynoting the opening plenary session and is expected to speak around 5:00 PM. Earlier in the day the First Lady will join California's First Lady Maria Shriver to work on a community playground service project with volunteers at Bret Harte Elementary School in San Francisco. The First Lady's appearance launches United We Serve, an extended call to service challenging all Americans to...

University of Texas Receives $30 Million Challenge Grant From Gates Foundation

noemail@tano.org — Sat, 02 May 2009 19:00:00 GMT

The University of Texas at Austin College of Natural Sciences has announced a $30 million challenge grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

Awarded as part of a $120 million capital campaign, the grant will help fund construction of a 234,000-square-foot complex featuring state-of-the-art laboratory space, classrooms, faculty and graduate student offices, a two-hundred-seat lecture hall, and some two dozen discussion areas and seminar rooms. Research on issues including climate change, genetics and DNA, safer and more fuel-efficient cars, and cybersecurity will benefit from "research clusters" throughout the building — large collaborative laboratories surrounded by faculty, graduate student, and visiting researcher offices. The building complex will be named the Bill & Melinda Gates Computer Science Complex in honor of the gift.

UT has secured $30 million in commitments for the project, including $10 million from the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation.

"This investment will advance the university's computer science program and help prepare future generations of innovative leaders," said Bill Gates. "We believe it will also complement our foundation's wider goal to increase the number of students who graduate from high school ready to succeed in college, and then the number of students who graduate from college."

“Computer Science Complex Gets $30 Million Challenge Grant From Gates Foundation.” University of Texas at Austin College of Natural Sciences Press Release 4/17/09.

Foundation Center Expands Resources for Spanish-language Nonprofits, Grantseeekers

noemail@tano.org — Sat, 02 May 2009 19:00:00 GMT

New York, NY — April 23, 2009. At a time when nonprofit organizations across the country are being hard hit by an economy in crisis, the Foundation Center is continuing to expand its initiative to reach Spanish-speaking grantseekers and nonprofits serving Latino communities, a part of the nonprofit sector that often has been under-resourced even in the best of economic times. Beginning six years ago with a single class taught entirely in Spanish, the Center's Spanish-language resources have grown every year and now encompass an array of online and in-person classes on fundraising, proposal writing and budgeting, and establishing a nonprofit organization — all of them free. The Center also publishes Guía para escribir propuestas, a translation of its Guide to Proposal Writing, to aid the growing number of Spanish-speaking grantseekers in the U.S. who need to develop skills related to proposal writing but for whom language is a barrier. Even native English speakers often find the...

Fewer Donations, Shrinking Assets Force Nonprofits to Get Fiscally Creative

noemail@tano.org — Sat, 02 May 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Facing cuts in government aid, investment losses, and a decline in donations, nonprofit organizations are experimenting with new ways to stay afloat beyond cutting costs and eliminating waste, the Wall Street Journal reports. Nonprofits may be able to rely more on volunteers now because many people who have been laid off, some with lucrative severance packages, are seeking new opportunities to give back, said Garvester Kelley, a vice president at the Nonprofit Finance Fund. Charities also can reach out to businesses for help in the form of goods and services, rather than cash. When the organizing committee for the 2009 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Idaho was faced with a $33.5 million budget shortfall, it replaced a costly two-week, on-site program to train volunteers with an online training program designed free of charge by Massachusetts-based Brainshark Inc. The committee then recruited volunteers from local nonprofits, the National Guard, the Defense Department, and...

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noemail@tano.org — Sat, 02 May 2009 18:30:00 GMT

AUSTIN, Texas- The preeminent resource for civic engagement and service learning, Texas Campus Compact (The Compact) announces the formation of its inaugural advisory council made up of educators from member campuses across the state. It is with immense pleasure that we announce our newly formed advisory council which was created to serve as a consultative and advisory body to provide valuable input to The Compact on matters related to its mission, objectives and goals, said Patricia Paredes, Executive Director of The Compact. The council will convene twice annually, providing advice on how to best attract corporate participation, new member campuses, as well as enhancing existing program initiatives and partnerships. Congratulations to accomplished individuals on the advisory board for The Compact: Irene Arellano, Service Learning Coordinator, Teaching, Learning & Technology Center Texas Tech University Dr. Philip Cohen, Dean, Graduate School and Vice Provost...

TANO Releases Central Texas Nonprofit Salary Survey 2008

noemail@tano.org — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

“The availability of reliable and timely salary data allows nonprofit corporations to adopt salary schedules based on comparables (compensation for “like services by like organizations in like circumstances”), promotes “best practices”, and a more accountable (nonprofit) social sector. It assists nonprofit corporations to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley Act” notes Barry Silverberg, TANO President & CEO, in the Preface to TANO’s Central Texas Nonprofit Salary Survey 2008.

To meet the nonprofit sector's need for such information, at a cost all nonprofit agencies can afford, the Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations (TANO) and Center for Community-Based and Nonprofit Organizations at Austin Community College, partnered with HR2 - an informal group of human resource professional leaders in Central Texas - to conduct their second Central Texas Nonprofit Salary Survey. The first, released in November 2006, reported on 70 agencies. This current Survey reports on 96 agencies - a 37% increase in the number of respondents – and 1340 incumbents.

It must be noted that the agencies that submitted their data represent a very diverse group and the data provided reflects that diversity in organizational sophistication as well as salary practices. The reported data reflects what is and does not necessarily reflect what salaries ought to be.

The Survey reports the salary data by budget categories of under $999,999, $1,000,000 to $4,999,999 and $5,000,000 and more.

Surveys conducted by commercial firms, while more sophisticated, usually have a relatively small sampling of nonprofit entities and are far too costly for most agencies to purchase or access. This survey is not intended to replace agencies’ use of such surveys, but to offer basic data to agencies that can either not afford or choose not to purchase such commercially available survey data.

Copies of the report may be purchased through TANO’s Online Store at www.tano.org for $150 for non-TANO members and $100 for TANO members or by emailing barry@tano.org.

New Member Benefit! - Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations is partnering with TechSoup to offer all TANO Members deep discounts on technology products

noemail@tano.org — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMT

As of April 9, 2009 all TANO Member Organizations can receive expedited access to deeply discounted technology products at TechSoup!

TechSoup distributes donated and discounted technology products to nonprofit organizations from companies such as Cisco, Intuit, Adobe and Symantec. In addition, TechSoup is the exclusive distributor of donated Microsoft products and has a wide range of high-quality refurbished computer systems through our Refurbished Computer Initiative (RCI). As our partner, they will provide direct access to a TechSoup Account Manager who will help expedite your TechSoup order processing, assist with registration at TechSoup and ensure your organization is maximizing the benefits of TechSoup's various services.

To learn more about Tech Soup services or to receive a TechSoup product catalog, contact Mary Beth Harrington at mbharrington@tano.org or call 972-839-9960.

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TANO STATEMENT REGARDING PRESIDENT'S BUDGET PROPOSAL TO CURTAIL CHARITABLE DEDUCTIONS FOR CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS Adopted at March 26, 2009 Board of Directors Meeting

noemail@tano.org — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Nonprofit charities in Texas and nationwide are being challenged in these difficult economic times to maintain and even expand their basic services programs upon which the public relies in myriad ways. These organizations, large and small, depend on tax-deductible contributions from the public. Foundations, hospitals, schools and colleges, and larger nonprofit institutions, have been built with planned-giving contributions of generous individuals and families. Therefore, the President’s budget proposal to curtail the extent of charitable deductions by certain taxpayers may add to the already threatening effects of the current economic situation and further chill charitable giving. It sends the wrong message to the charitable and philanthropic community and all those who rely upon these donors’ generosity.

Therefore, the Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations, on behalf of the 70,000 charitable nonprofits in Texas, urges members of Congress to examine this proposal in light of these uncertain times, ask whether the proposal strengthens the long-term ability of the charitable / nonprofit sector, and act to support the common good.

Gov. Perry Names Seale President of OneStar Foundation

noemail@tano.org — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 18:00:00 GMT

OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR R i c k P e r r y For Immediate Distribution Governor’s Press Office: 512-463-1826 Feb. 12, 2009 Allison Castle: allison.castle@governor.state.tx.us News Release Katherine Cesinger: kcesinger@governor.state.tx.us Gov. Perry Names Seale President of OneStar Foundation AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry has named Elizabeth Seale of San Antonio president of the OneStar Foundation, effective Mar. 23, 2009. The foundation connects nonprofits with expertise and resources to build their capacity to meet the needs of Texans, including recruiting and retaining volunteers. The foundation also administers the federal AmeriCorps grants in Texas as well as other grants and programs. Seale replaces Susan Weddington, who has led OneStar since its founding in 2003, and is retiring from OneStar. Liz is nationally recognized for her work in public policy, community development and social service delivery at...

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Experienced in 501c Leadership and Development

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Desired Position Title: Experienced in 501c Leadership and Development Experience: Sandi Bailey Consulting & Strategic Partnerships January 2006 to Current · Serving on development team to multiple entities involved in a proposed $750M hospitality, entertainment, and convention center complex under development in Las Colinas area of Irving, Texas. Established several mutually-beneficial strategic partnerships. · Launched mutually beneficial strategic partnerships including, but not limited to, Azteca-Omega, Freeman Group Service Solutions, Value Works, Inc., Creative GeoGraphics, Corporate Acceleration Partners, and RPS Environmental Solutions. Hotel Association of Greater Dallas – CEO/Executive Director/Executive Vice President 1994 to 2005 Organizational Direction · Successfully led, rebuilt, and restructured one of Dallas’ largest 501(c)6 not-for-profit trade organizations over 10 years, with a budget over $500,000 and representing issues...

Executive Director or Chief Executive Officer

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Desired Position Title: Executive Director or Chief Executive Officer Experience: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Education: Master of Business Administration Certifications: FLMI, CLU, ChFC, REBC, RHU, AIE Ideal Job Description: Looking for a position that permits me to use my management and leadership skills. Enjoy working alone or with staff, members, volunteers, general public and Board Members. Preferred Work Schedule: Flexible Desired Compensation: 75000-110000 Location: Austin Location State: Texas Willing to Relocate: True

Contracts

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Desired Position Title: Contracts Experience: CERNER CORPORATION, N. Kansas City, MO 11/2005-Present Cerner is the leading U.S. supplier of healthcare information technology solutions that optimize clinical and financial outcomes. Around the world, organizations ranging from singe-doctor practices to entire countries turn to Cerner for our powerful yet intuitive solutions. PowerWorks Contract Analyst · Creates quality and correct contracts for our organization in the form of schedules, amendments, and master contracts. · Ensures that the contracts are accurate by making sure the correct software items are being sold. · Manage the approval process for the specialized contracts. · Once a contract signs, I process the contract to ensure the items in the system are the same as the contract. · Close out the quarter. I process over forty contracts in one week and make sure they are accurately...

Development/ Marketing Coordinator

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Desired Position Title: Development/ Marketing Coordinator Experience: MARBRIDGE FOUNDATION- Resident Trainer Austin, TX June 2008- Present - Plan special events and outings. - Train residents on the integration to the normal community. - Insured that residents receive proper medications. - Provide most effective atmosphere to enhance abilities centered training. - Assist with the running of the foundation’s summer camp program. CAREER PLANNING OFFICE- Marketing Consultant St. Edwards University August 2006-May 2007 - Liaison with employers to assist them with recruitment efforts. - Managed large database of employment opportunities. - Developed advertising campaigns for career based activities. UPS- Area Rep. for the Safety and Retention Committee/ Loader Dallas, TX ...

Flexible

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Desired Position Title: Flexible Experience: 10/2007 – Current Gateway; Austin, TX Social Services Manager Reconstructed the struggling financial assistance program into one that responds to individuals holistically with comprehensive case management; assessed and set direction for redeveloped vision and mission Recruited, trained and supervised Case Management and Administrative contractors and volunteers, as well as provided consultation and education to various existing staff Coordinated Gateway services offered by various other programs; when necessary referred individuals to other agencies Responded to high pressure situations involving staff, contractors, volunteers, and clients Assessed financial needs where appropriate and distributed funding; maintained program budget 09/2004 – 5/2008 Caritas of Austin – Community Support Program; Austin, TX Case Manager Facilitated the distribution of over $250,000 to more than 1,000 Caritas clients Advised...

Program Supervisor

Thu, 21 May 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Desired Position Title: Program Supervisor Experience: Education Master of Science in Social Work, University of Texas at Austin, 2007- Present. Bachelor in Psychology, Mills College, Oakland, California, 2003- 2007. Relevant Experience & Accomplishments Program Coordination Organized and co-facilitated National Prevention Providers Conference. Formulated, wrote and implemented new intern orientation manual. Helped develop and implement new program evaluation tools. Assisted in preparation of FY 2009 Prevention Award Rooster by determining various allocation of funds scenarios. ...

TANOgram - Archives

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 04:25:57 GMT

Welcome to our archive of TANO communciations. TANOgram is a bi-weekly compilation of information and resources to serve you and your nonprofit organization. TANO Teaser is a sporadic alert on urgent information and resources available to Texas nonprofits. TANO Public Policy Alert is published during the Texas Legislative session and when legislative issues in Washington call for attention from the sector. For more information on these communications, contact Mary Beth Harrington at mbharrington@tano.org or 972-839-9960. 2009 Communications TANOgram June 29, 2009 TANOgram June 22, 2009 TANOgram, June 15, 2009 TANOgram June 8, 2009 TANOgram June 1, 2009 TANO Public Policy Alert - May 27, 2009 TANOgram May 25, 2009 TANOgram May 18, 2009 TANOgram May 11, 2009 TANOgram May 4, 2009 TANO Public Policy Alert - April 29, 2009 TANOgram April 27, 2009 TANOgram April 20, 2009 TANOgram April 13, 2009 TANOgram April 6, 2009 TANOgram March 30, 2009 TANO...

Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership & Management Graduates & Current Class Members

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 22:41:08 GMT

sponsored by the Center for Community Based & Nonprofit Organizations at Austin Community College & the Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations (TANO) To date, there have been two graduating classes of our Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership & Management - Classes of 2008 & 2009 and the current Class of 2010, combined here in alphabetical order. Positions listed are those held by the incumbents at the time they were engaged in the program unless otherwise noted. Sharon Aguilar ’09 - Program Director - C5 Youth Foundation Dawn Allen ’09 - Program Director - English at Work Ana Almaguel ’08 - Planner, Research & Planning - Health & Human Services & Veterans Services, Travis County Lil Almonte ’09 - Director of Outreach - El Buen Samaritano Episcopal Mission Andrea Ames ’10 - Development Director - Austin Music Foundation Carol Ancelet ’08 - Board Member – Deaf Blind Service Center (DBSC) Samantha Bellows ’09 - Development Assistant – Safeplace Leslie...

Benefits of TANO Membership

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 02:18:04 GMT

TANO Partners with Texas Comptroller’s Office to Offer Purchasing Discounts to Texas Nonprofits Through the Texas CO-OP program, qualifying nonprofits are able to purchase almost anything off of the established state contracts without going out to bid or negotiating. These deals have been negotiated by the professional purchasing staff at the Comptroller’s office which purchases on behalf of all state agencies and universities giving them tremendous purchasing power that allows us to secure excellent pricing. Therefore, qualifying nonprofits have access to the same items at the same prices as state agencies. If you are interested in learning all the details of this program, plan on attending a FREE webinar on June 30 at 2:00 pm (central). For more details on this webinar and to register, go to http://www.tano.org/en/cev/605 If you are interested in learning all the details of this program without attending the...

Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership & Management

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 20:09:03 GMT

sponsored by the Center for Community Based & Nonprofit Organizations at Austin Community College & the Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations (TANO) To apply for next Class of 2010 (August 2009 - May 2010): Join 59 Certificate graduates (to date) Applications still being accepted until Class of 2010 full! Certificate Graduates and Current Class to date Application (Download, complete and e-mail to mailto:cbryant1@austincc.edu) Downloadable packet of information on Certificate experience The Certificate experience is based on a competency model which has as its desired outcome for each participant: To be a self aware, reflective, ethical leader with a strong sense of professionalism, commitment and passion for the nonprofit sector. Certificate Participants Speak About Their Experience The Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership & Management - Overview 2009 - 2010...

Texas Nonprofit Profile & TANO Regions and Contacts

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 13:06:45 GMT

The Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations strives to reach out to and serve the nonprofit sector of the entire state of Texas in all its diversity and depth. To do so, we operate with six (6) regions. In each, there is one or more Coordinators who chair the particular Regional Advisory Council - which offers advise and counsel on ways TANO can best serve that region, specifically, and the State of Texas, in general. The regions and their coordinators follow: TANO Central Region Barry Silverberg President & CEO, Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations & Director, Center for Community-Based & Nonprofit Organizations at Austin Community College bsilverb@tano.org (512) 223-7076 ______________________ TANO East Texas Contact: TBA ______________________ TANO Brazos Valley Sharon Zambrzycki, Executive Director ...

Overview - Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership & Management

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 16:16:23 GMT

sponsored by the Center for Community-Based & Nonprofit Organizations at Austin Community College & the Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations (TANO) Application (if any difficulties, e-mail cbryant1@austincc.edu) Downloadable packet of information on Certificate experience The Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership and Management* is a comprehensive course of study entailing 20 full day sessions, over a 10 month period - from August 2009 to May 2010 - during which passionate expert practitioners offer participants opportunities to acquire the knowledge, skills, and relationships necessary to lead and manage small and mid-size nonprofit corporations. The Certificate Experience is designed for both professional staff and volunteer leaders, to connect practice and knowledge. It is as flexible and creative as possible while offering participants a disciplined view of self, of the organizations in which they operate, and the overall environment of the Texas Nonprofit...

Tuition & Application - Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership & Management

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 20:28:52 GMT

sponsored by the Center for Community-Based & Nonprofit Organizations at Austin Community College & the Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations (TANO) Tuition Scholarships PLEASE USE MS Word Application (if any difficulties, e-mail bsilverb@austincc.edu) The next Certificate Program will begin in late August 2009 Applications will be reviewed and acted upon as received Application still being accepted until Class of 2010 full! Those invited to join the Certificate Experience class will be advised at the time of acceptance on payment requirements, final session schedules, and other program details. Tuition Tuition for the 20 all-day sessionsand Induction and Graduation ceremonies, all handouts and resource materials, and CEUs - is $3,000. : Participants working for or key volunteers of organizations who are TANO members receive a 10% tuition discount - to become a TANO member ; Discounts are only for participants paying full tuition. Scholarships...

TANO (c) 3 - Assistance with Becoming a Texas Nonprofit & Obtaining Your 501 (c) 3 Status

Sat, 30 May 2009 14:30:08 GMT

Principal Consultants Summary of Services Detailed outline of services, process & Fees TANO (c) 3 can assist you in completing the process of becoming a 501 (c) tax exempt nonprofit corporation, including, but not limited to: Incorporation as a nonprofit corporation in Texas; Obtaining your Employers’s Identification Number (EIN)/ Federal Tax ID; Drafting Bylaws consistent with your vision and eflecting the best interests of your organization; Assisting with completion and submission of the IRS Form 1023 Application for 501(c) 3 Status; Consulting services along the way on what is required to be a best practices nonprofit corporation For a narrative of the process prepared by Barry Silverberg, President & CEO, Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations For a mind map outlining the process of incorporation and seeking your 501 (c) 3 determination from the Internal Revenue Service To request more info on what TANO (c) 3 can do for you and your...

81st Legislature - 2009 Regular Session

Tue, 26 May 2009 20:16:13 GMT

Compiled for the Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations by Richard W. Meyer, Attorney at Law & TANO Vice-President, Public Policy Access pending bills at Texas Legislature Online. May 26, 2009 Update of 81st Texas Legislature, 2009 Regular Session April 29, 2009 Update of 81st Texas Legislature, 2009 Regular Session March 13, 2009 Update of 81st Texas Legislature, 2009 Regular Session - 60th Day; Last Bill Filing Day March 5, 2009 Third Update of 81st Texas Legislature, 2009 Regular Session February 20, 2009 Second Update of 81st Texas Legislature, 2009 Regular Session January 23, 2009 First Update of 81st Texas Legislature, 2009 Regular Session (download PDF) As bills affecting nonprofit sector are filed they will be tracked here. With every session of the Texas Legislature, numerous bills are presented that directly or indirectly affect the interests of nonprofit organizations. The following summary...

051109 Presentation to US State Department Guests

Tue, 12 May 2009 13:45:32 GMT

Following are the handouts and PDF of the PowerPoint Presentation offered to you on May 11, 2009 by Barry Silverberg:

051109 PowerPoint Presentation

051109 Handouts

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noemail@tano.org — Fri, 22 Dec 2006 22:03:23 GMT

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Volunteer Healthcare Clinic Leadership Survey

noemail@tano.org — Mon, 01 Jan 1951 18:00:00 GMT

Objectives:

This survey is an opportunity to freely and frankly share your thoughts about your organization and in so doing help fashion your organization's future.

Release Date: 1-Jan-51 12:00 PM
Expiration Date: 1-Jan-51 12:00 PM

While this survey will take a bit of time to complete, the resulting compilation will help us optimize the time we spend together as a leadership group at the Strategic Leadership Gathering.

Along with your colleagues' comments, the resulting compilation will be an invaluable tool as you move forward to accomplish your organization's vision and mission.

Please be as brief and focused in your responses and avoid comments that identify you.

With appreciation for your thoughts, time and attention.

All I can say is WOW! TANO is amazing. The program is beyond any that is in the State and it is exciting.

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:53:50 GMT

"All I can say is WOW! TANO is amazing. The program is beyond any that is in the State and it is exciting."

Barbara Irving, Project LIFT Houston, Texas

Barbara Irving

We only die when we fail to take root in others.

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 05:49:25 GMT

We only die when we fail to take root in others.

Leon Trotsky

Don’t walk in front of me, I may not follow. Don’t walk behind me, I may not lead. Walk beside me

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 05:47:52 GMT

Don’t walk in front of me,
I may not follow.

Don’t walk behind me,
I may not lead.

Walk beside me
And be my friend.

Albert Camus

Don’t let education get in the way of your learning

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 05:46:06 GMT

Don’t let education get in the way of your learning

Mark Twain

Through faith we experience the world; through action we give the world meaning.

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 05:44:27 GMT

Through faith we experience the world; through action we give the world meaning.

Leo Baeck

The hottest places in hell are reserved for those who, in a period of moral crisis, maintain their neutrality.

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 05:43:25 GMT

The hottest places in hell are reserved for those who, in a period of moral crisis, maintain their neutrality.

Dante

Better to be a verb, than a noun.

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 05:42:10 GMT

Better to be a verb, than a noun.

A major research institution recently announced the discovery of the heaviest chemical element yet known to science. The new element has been named Governmentium.

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 05:40:50 GMT

A major research institution recently announced the discovery of the heaviest chemical element yet known to science. The new element has been named Governmentium.

Governmentium has1 neutron, 12 assistant neutrons,75 deputy neutrons,11 assistant deputy neutrons, giving it an atomic mass of 312. These 312 particles are held together by forces called morons, which are surrounded by vast quantities of lepton-like particles called peons.

Since governmentium has no electrons, it is inert. However, it can be detected as it impedes every reaction with which it comes into contact. A minute amount of governmentium causes one reaction to take over 4 days to complete when it would normally take less than a second. Governmentium has a normal half-life of 2 to 4 years; it does not decay, but instead undergoes a reorganization in which a portion of the assistant neutrons and deputy neutrons exchange places. In fact, governmentium mass will actually increase over time, since each reorganization causes some morons to become neutrons, forming isodopes.

This characteristic of moron-promotion leads some scientists to speculate that governmentium is formed whenever morons reach a certain quantity in concentration. This hypothetical quantity is referred to as Critical Morass. You will know it when you see it.

“We suffer from wanting to accomplish too much, right away. An honest attempt to calm your expectations can improve the quality of your thinking

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 05:36:43 GMT

“We suffer from wanting to accomplish too much, right away. An honest attempt to calm your expectations can improve the quality of your thinking in the long run.”

(from Accidental Genius, Revolutionize Your Thinking Through Private Writing by Mark Levy (2000, Berrett-Koehler, San Francisco), pp. 15

“Then it happens. While you’re in the office listening to an on-hold version of Eleanor Rigby, a light bulb goes on over your head.

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 05:35:25 GMT

“Then it happens. While you’re in the office listening to an on-hold version of Eleanor Rigby, a light bulb goes on over your head. You grab a pencil stub and a crumpled envelope and write yourself into a useable solution in forty seconds time – a solution that, by the way, is a total rejection of all the ideas you had previously, but which needed the fertilizer of those rejected ideas to flower.”

(from Accidental Genius, Revolutionize Your Thinking Through Private Writing by Mark Levy (2000, Berrett-Koehler, San Francisco), pp. 72-73

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Fri, 03 Jul 2009 18:33:33 GMT