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Power of Engagement

Power of Engagement

Ready to build lasting donor relationships? Join the virtual Power of Engagement Summit Feb 22-25 and see how Fundraising Academy graduates and partners are putting Cause Selling strategies into action. Collaborate with professionals in and outside your field and gain fresh perspectives by putting healthy relationships at the center of your changemaking work.

If you are not available on all four days, register at no cost for the sessions you can attend, and we will see you there.

 Harmony SEL, Inspire Teaching & Learning, and Fundraising Academy Cause Selling Education have witnessed our communities coming together to support changing needs in an unfamiliar landscape. The Power of Engagement Summit furthers this collaboration with keynote presentations and breakout sessions where you can see the impact of SEL implementation and relationship-driven fundraising in action.

Boys & Girls Club of Vista’s 2020 Diamond Gala: James Bond, A License to Give

The Diamond Gala is the Boys & Girls Club of Vista’s signature event. Celebrating our 10th year in classic style the event offers something for everyone with our live and silent auctions, wine wall, casino games, and live entertainment.

All participation in this event directly benefits over 1,200 youth in our community who come to the Boys & Girls Club of Vista for safe and impactful experiences. Taking place each spring, the Diamond Gala is attended by over 200 guests that include philanthropists, civic organizations, and people invested in making a difference in our community.

This exciting fundraising event helps us raise over $150,000 in support of our mission; to empower every Club member, through safe and impactful experiences to: graduate high school with a plan for college or a career, contribute to their community, and live a healthy life.

Monster Dash & Bash 5k Run/Walk

The Palomar College Foundation 5k fun run winds through campus and culminates in a fun festival that includes food, a costume contest, a dash for kids, and a beer garden. Last year, more than 300 people took part and we expect many more this year.

Proceeds will help sustain and extend the Palomar Promise, which provides a tuition-free first year of college, through the Palomar College Foundation, which provides crucial support for non-tuition expenses such as textbooks, health and other student fees.

$25.oo registration fee includes a race shirt and 1 free beer (availability of race shirt is not guaranteed for registration after Oct. 1st)

7th Annual State of Nonprofits and Philanthropy Summit

The Nonprofit Institute’s 7th Annual State of Nonprofits and Philanthropy Summit, is happening on Friday, October 18th on the University of San Diego campus.

Join University of San Diego faculty and researchers to examine the state of San Diego’s nonprofit and philanthropic sector. Hear the results of our 2019 Leader Survey. Challenge the status quo through lively dialog with public, private, and social sector leaders. Explore important trends in philanthropic giving and donor behavior, public trust, and the ongoing impact of public policy on nonprofits.

A special Bridge Talks (Bridging Research and Practice) segment will highlight the current work of USD nonprofit researchers and provide implications for practice. The afternoon will feature enriching professional development workshops centered on the idea of trust as a fundamental element of an effective nonprofit sector. The Summit will conclude with a networking reception.

Featured Bridge Talk Speakers:

Hans Peter Schmitz, PhD
Associate Professor, Leadership Studies
Research Emphasis: Governance and effectiveness of international non-governmental organizations (INGOs), digital advocacy, rights-based approaches to development, and global efforts to address noncommunicable diseases (NCDs).

Marcus Lam, PhD
Assistant Professor, Leadership Studies
Research Emphasis: (1) The effect of organizational and environmental factors on nonprofit sustainable resources and (2) the influence of resources on organizational programs, services, and client outcomes.

Sue Carter Kahl, PhD
Lecturer, Nonprofit Leadership and Management
President, Sue Carter Kahl Consulting
Research Emphasis: Volunteer Engagement

Adriana Loson-Ceballos, MA
PhD Student, Nonprofit Leadership and Management
Director of Network Partnerships, Emerging Practitioners in Philanthropy
Research Emphasis: Giving circles, community philanthropy

AGENDA

8:30-9:00 Networking and Kick-Off Breakfast

9:00-9:15 Welcome and Overview of the Day

Presentation of The Libby Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Leadership

9:15-10:15 State of Nonprofits and Philanthropy Report Release

10:15-10:30 Break

10:30-12:15 Bridge Talks

12:15-1:15 Lunch

1:15-2:30 Professional Development Workshops

2:30-2:45 Break

2:45-4:00 Professional Development Workshops

4:00-5:30 Networking Reception

Presented by The Nonprofit Institute

As part of the School of Leadership Studies and Education Sciences (SOLES), The Nonprofit Institute is designed to advance the University of San Diego’s commitment to academic excellence, expanding liberal and professional knowledge, creating a diverse and inclusive community, and preparing leaders who are dedicated to ethical conduct and compassionate service. The Nonprofit Institute is committed to providing education, training and research to build leaders and strengthen organizations that help meet critical community needs.

Approaching Donors with a Digital Twist! Workshop by Sanford Institute of Philanthropy

Join Sanford Institute of Philanthropy at National University for our workshop and open house! Network with your peers,improve your digital fundraising skills, and learn more about Fundraising Academy Accelerate.

In today’s giving landscape, merely increasing your social media presence by no means guarantees increased giving.Learn tips to maximize the reach and effectiveness of LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook to boost pre-approach efforts beyond your friends, networks, and followers.

YOU WILL LEARN:

* What Pre-Approach means and the best sources to find the information you need

* How to use social media platforms to reach like-minded prospects

* How to stay true to each platform’s mission statement – know what to post and where

Approaching Donors with a Digital Twist!

October 17, 2019

4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY TORREY PINES

11355 N. Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, CA 92037

WORKSHOP $25 HORS D’OEUVRES AND REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED.

FREE OPEN HOUSE

Learn more about Fundraising Academy Accelerate, our CFRE-certified fundraising certificate program. Meet instructors and past graduates and learn more about early-bird pricing.

THE NEXT COHORT BEGINS JANUARY 2020

Evaluating and Visualizing Impact at USD

NEW WORKSHOP SERIES FOR NONPROFIT PROFESSIONALS

Evaluating and Visualizing Impact

Do you struggle to evaluate the impact of your work? This workshop series will move you beyond the basics of program design and teach you skills and techniques for analyzing your data and communicating your impact. Experienced nonprofit evaluators will lead all sessions and provide personal support in a small group setting for a fraction of the cost of private consultation or third-party evaluation.

During 5 small group sessions you will:

  • Design an evaluation plan for your program
  • Design a survey tool, pilot it, and analyze data
  • Learn data visualization skills to communicate your findings to funders, board members, and clients
  • Obtain practical skills and tools you can apply immediately

2019 Workshop Dates

May 10, May 17, June 7, June 14, June 28
All sessions 8:30am-12:30pm at USD. Participants must attend all 5 sessions

Click here to print the flyer!

Registration is open now. Spaces are limited apply by March 1st for a 10% discount

E-mail nonprofit@sandiego.edu for registration and scholarship information

Creek to Bay Cleanup

Join I Love A Clean San Diego on Saturday, April 27th 9am-12pm, as we beautify over 100 sites throughout San Diego County at our 17th Annual Creek to Bay Cleanup!

Last year, 6,464 volunteers came out to our 116 sites and successfully removed over 145,622 pounds of litter and debris. Instead of turning a blind eye to the litter found across San Diego County, our volunteers channeled their appreciation for San Diego’s environment into action to protect it. Will you join us this year?

Contests available this year: Sony Photo Contest and Bling Your Bucket Contest. Scout patches will also be available for any participating troops after the event.

Registration opens on April 1st at www.CreektoBay.org

The Happy, Healthy Nonprofit by Beth Kanter

Join this rare opportunity to meet Beth Kanter!

Nonprofit professionals work hard every day with limited resources which can result in burnout if they do not embrace self-care and the organization does not nurture a culture of well-being in the nonprofit workplace.

This session is about how and why it is important to treat self-care and well-being as an organizational strategy and cultural norm.

  • Understand the basics of burnout symptoms and self-care practices that many nonprofit professionals are embracing to ensure their resilience in the face of significant challenges
  • Get some practical tips for changing a toxic workplace culture into happy, healthy one and simple and low-cost ways to introduce well-being programs into your workplace
  • Learn about the big return on investment that happens when a nonprofit prioritizes well-being in the workplace so you can make the case at your nonprofit

Use code SIP10 for a discount! This code expires on Thursday, April 11.

Event Details:

Workshop: 1:00 – 5:00 pm

Reception and Book Signing: 5:00 – 6:30 pm

Pricing: $45 – $60 ($35-$50 with SIP10 Discount Code!)

When registering, attendees have the option to either pre-purchase the book at a significantly discounted rate or just attend the workshop. Books will also be available for sale at the event at retail price.

Ticket options available:

  • Workshop + Pre-order Book: $60 ($50 with discount code SIP10)
  • Workshop (no book pre-order): $45 ($35 with discount code SIP10)