Monday, April 13, 2015

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From: New York Council of Nonprofits, Inc. [mailto:vvenezia@nycon.org]
Sent: Wednesday, April 01, 2015 9:38 AM
To: Andrew Marietta
Subject: Upcoming Events & Webinars

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April 17th and May 15th, 2015 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM 
NYCON Membership Benefits Orientation [Webinar]
In our "Get to Know Us" Sessions, NYCON staff will tell you a lot more about our membership benefits - and answer all the questions you have regarding our process, costs and what you get for FREE.  We will be talking about these benefits...
  • Nonprofit Training, Education and Professional Assistance NYCON empowers our members with the best practices, policies, and procedures as well as information on ever-changing regulations, funding, accountability and more.
  • Cost Savings Solutions for Nonprofits NYCON leverages the purchasing power of thousands of nonprofits to bring you economies of scale on everything from Office Supplies to Fundraising Software. 
  • The Nonprofit Voice in New York State NYCON represents our members on the local, state and national level, giving voice to small and medium sized nonprofits everywhere.


April 21st, 2015 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm
If We Changed the Way We Think About Charity: Charity Could Change the World - Featuring Dan Pallotta [Saratoga] 
Join the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce and RACE for a galvanizing discussion. 

DPHS
The eight-county Capital Region has a wealth of world-class cultural and creative assets. However, a 2014 research study conducted by the Regional Alliance for a Creative Economy (RACE) concluded that more support is needed to leverage our region's creative talent, performing arts venues and products to drive our regional economy though travel and tourism, workforce development, and more. Join the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce and RACE for a galvanizing discussion with Dan Pallotta, one of today's most prominent advocates for nonprofit organizations. Dan will discuss how our society can change our thinking on nonprofit organizations to encourage true innovation and lasting impact.

 Location: Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga NY.

Agenda:
1:30 p.m. Registration
2:00 p.m. Dan Pallotta
3:00 p.m. Panel Discussion


April 23rd, 2015   2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Online Tools to Help Nonprofits Learn, Listen & Engage [Webinar] 
Presented by Jay Wilkinson, CEO & Founder of Firespring
NYCON Corporate Member; Free to Current Nonprofit Members

Nonprofits are notorious for having tight budgets and limited resources. If this sounds like your  organization or if you're looking for ways to help your nonprofit run more effectively, you'll want to join Jay in this session to discover:
  • Dozens of no-cost or low-cost online tools to manage projects, organize events, accept donations and monitor social media;
  • Top 10 tools Jay couldn't live without & evaluate which are compatible for your nonprofit;
  • How to educate your constituents and monitor trends and conversations; and
  • Ways to engage with your audience in less than 15 minutes a day.
"Jay's session was awesome. I spent the next hour checking off a few of Jay's suggestions with our own website, Facebook page and email service. We have some work to do! I hope the rest of the attendees 
had as many take-aways as I did."
-Sue Joe, Affiliate Relations Director, National Down Syndrome Congress


May 20th, 2015   11:00 am to 12:30 pm 
Board Impact: Making Service on Your Board a "Win-Win" [Lunch & Learn Webinar]  
Presented by Susan Weinrich, Vice President of Organizational Development Services, NYCON
Free to Current NYCON Nonprofit Members
Board Room
Is your organization facing challenges recruiting new board members?  Are you worried about attracting future board leaders?  Nonprofits throughout the state struggle with connecting and explaining to the community what it means to be a board member and why someone should volunteer to do so.  Often nonprofits are undermining their own efforts in attracting people to board service.  This session will explore the personal, professional and community value of being a board member, and how your organization can leverage and market these areas to bring success to your nonprofit board.  Please encourage your board members to register and attend this session.
 


August 21st, 2015  11:00 am to 12:30 pm 
Board Committee Structures "Post Nonprofit Revitalization Act" [Lunch & Learn Webinar]
Presented by Susan Weinrich, Vice President of Organizational Development Services, NYCON 
Free to Current NYCON Nonprofit Members
This webinar will help your board and staff operationalize your new committee structure post Nonprofit Revitalization Act. Gone are standing and ad-hoc committees; enter committees of the board and committees of the corporation. Are the latter accountable to the Board or accountable to the Executive Director? Do you need minutes? Who should chair them? How do we bring on non-board members and what is their role? For committees of the Board, what authority do they really have and how to we ensure they are accountable to the board. Join this discussion and bring your questions and suggestions.
In this Issue...


IDEALWARE
Featured Webinar
Idealware
FREE: 
Six Reasons Why Infographics Matter
April 7, 1:00 
Why infographics?
If you've never created one, they can seem daunting and expensive. However, when you find the right data and have the right story to tell, your Infographic can reach a wide audience and make a big difference in your community and beyond. Register.


Benefit Spotlight On:
Membership Benefits Spotlight!
NEW! Credit Card Processing from Dhama Merchant Solutions 

Does your nonprofit collect (or want to collect) donations, dues or payments via credit card in person or online? NYCON, via a partnership with the National Council of Nonprofits, is announcing one solution geared towards making this an easier, more affordable tool you can use to collect revenue for your nonprofit.

Introducing our latest member benefit from Dharma Merchant Services. 


Corporate Member SPOTLIGHT:

Master of Public Administration Program (MPA) at Marist College 
The Master of Public Administration program (MPA) at Marist College
prepares innovative leaders of public and nonprofit organizations with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary for effectively managing in a diverse, technologically engaged and global society. Interested in furthering your nonprofit career?

Nonprofits & the Economy Like You've Never Seen Before...


Nonprofits Mean Business!
Powerful Data Illustrates the Economic Impact of the  
Nonprofit Community in New York State

For years New York's nonprofits have struggled to find and capitalize on data that reflects the important business and fiscal impact of our community on the state's economy.

We are pleased to report that more data is becoming readily available and that NYCON has created a series of Infographics that you can use to educate your own constituents, legislators, donors and others, on just how critical nonprofits are to making New York state a better place to to live and work!


Grab our Great Nonprofit Infographics...
Share, Tweet, Like and Send!

First, take a look at an overview of the New York State Nonprofit Community's Economic Impact! Wegenerate over $179 Billion in revenue each year and have over $288 Billion in assets. You can see the number of charities in your region, types of services they provide and the economic impact they have.
 
You can also check out the "Truth About Nonprofits" Info Cards. These info cards were delivered to our legislators in Albany in early March.  



We encourage members to post the infographics and cards on their websites, social media, and share in as many ways as possible.  If you need help getting started, find strategies below on who to talk to and how to use the data.

Funders 
Assist funders in better understanding where the strengths and weakness lie across the state and region. Let them know how they can help strengthen the nonprofit community in your area.
 
Policy Makers
Schedule a time with your local policymakers to start t the conversation as to why Nonprofits are valuable to the state and the region. Point out that we are a large, diverse, and influential community of business that should partake in decisions impacting the state. 

Community Members 
Educate community members as to what nonprofits are, and diversity of our community.
Business Leaders     
By sending this data to business leaders in your area, you're letting them know how much of a viable business partner you can be. 
Nonprofits 
Nonprofits can use the data to inform their own decisions, and see where future partnerships or opportunities lie.  


Want to get involved or interested in creating your own economic impact data infographic? Email us Today. 


Wednesday, April 8, 2015

Nonprofits & the Economy Like You've Never Seen Before...



Nonprofits Mean Business!
Powerful Data Illustrates the Economic Impact of the  
Nonprofit Community in New York State

For years New York's nonprofits have struggled to find and capitalize on data that reflects the important business and fiscal impact of our community on the state's economy.

We are pleased to report that more data is becoming readily available and that NYCON has created a series of Infographics that you can use to educate your own constituents, legislators, donors and others, on just how critical nonprofits are to making New York state a better place to to live and work!


Grab our Great Nonprofit Infographics...
Share, Tweet, Like and Send!

First, take a look at an overview of the New York State Nonprofit Community's Economic Impact! Wegenerate over $179 Billion in revenue each year and have over $288 Billion in assets. You can see the number of charities in your region, types of services they provide and the economic impact they have.
 
You can also check out the "Truth About Nonprofits" Info Cards. These info cards were delivered to our legislators in Albany in early March.  



We encourage members to post the infographics and cards on their websites, social media, and share in as many ways as possible.  If you need help getting started, find strategies below on who to talk to and how to use the data.

Funders 
Assist funders in better understanding where the strengths and weakness lie across the state and region. Let them know how they can help strengthen the nonprofit community in your area.
 
Policy Makers
Schedule a time with your local policymakers to start t the conversation as to why Nonprofits are valuable to the state and the region. Point out that we are a large, diverse, and influential community of business that should partake in decisions impacting the state. 

Community Members 
Educate community members as to what nonprofits are, and diversity of our community.
Business Leaders     
By sending this data to business leaders in your area, you're letting them know how much of a viable business partner you can be. 
Nonprofits 
Nonprofits can use the data to inform their own decisions, and see where future partnerships or opportunities lie.  


Want to get involved or interested in creating your own economic impact data infographic? Email us Today. 



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