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DECEMBER 2007 ISSUE

  • Holiday Giving
  • Part II of Donor-Centric Fundraising, and More
  • RFP: Consulting Services for Grassroots Organizations
  • Nonprofit Workout Highlights
  • ED Forum: Celebrating Wayne Glynn
  • View from the Center: Raise Every Voice
  • Book Suggestions
  • Previously On...
  • News of the Sector

Holiday Giving

The NonProfit Center’s Jackie Cefola shares what she has learned about choosing holiday gifts that have the potential to help our community and environment, without breaking your budget. Read more.

Bringing the Training to You - Podcasts

We’ve been busy working to bring Nonprofit Workout lessons to your office, geared specifically to the needs of nonprofit professionals on the go. Several podcasts are in development, and there will be a DVD available in January.
                                       
In the meantime, listen to the conclusion of Simone Joyaux’s podcast on donor-centric fundraising.

And as a taste of what’s to come, listen to excerpts from the luncheon panel on leadership, with Elena Letona, Chrystal Kornegay and Pat Brandes.

As we’ve been learning the ins and outs of podcasting, we have come across several sites that give great tips and guidance. This month we wanted to share with you some resources we’ve found valuable. Learn more.

TSNE'S Consulting Program: Grassroots Initiative

TSNE is excited to announce a unique opportunity for four nonprofit organizations in the Boston area to be a part of a capacity building initiative. TSNE’s Consulting Program is undertaking this work as part of its ongoing commitment to supporting small social change organizations.
                                       
These services will include an organizational assessment, 32.5 hours of direct technical assistance from a consultant, trainings and peer learning sessions. All work will take place January - June 2008. Learn more.

Thank You and Highlights from the Nonprofit Workout

Thanks to a wonderful group of participants, staff and volunteers, the sold-out 11th Nonprofit Workout was a success!
                                       
Many of you had a voice in shaping the 2007 conference theme, The Ways We Lead: Creating Adaptive, Inclusive Organizations, and it resonated well with participants. Thank you for your input!
                                       
The conference offered 18 break-out sessions, several of which were filled to capacity, including topics such as donor-centric fundraising, strategic communications for the resource-strapped organization, and constituency leadership development.
                                                                            
TSNE is grateful for the enthusiastic participation of attendees, staff and volunteers, and looks forward to continued engagement in our training series in 2008 and beyond.

Be the first to hear about the next Nonprofit Workout and other training opportunities by signing up for our training announcements list.

ED Forum

TSNE’s Executive Director celebrates the contributions of Wayne Glynn in helping community-based nonprofits use technology more effectively to meet mission. Wayne, beloved by his fellow staff members, clients and associates, passed away last month. Celebrate Wayne's life.

A View from the Center

This month Michelle Sedaca shares what she learned at the recent Be the Media: Raise Every Voice conference. Learn more.

Recommended Reading

We asked you what you’d read recently that you found useful or significant for your organization, and compiled a list in time for your holiday shopping. Check our list. Check it twice.

Previously On...

Gearing up for next year? Check out previous e-Bulletin articles on budget planning and financial management to start the new year afresh.

News of the Sector

TSNE is pleased to announce upcoming activities and events from across the nonprofit sector, as well as new resources available for nonprofit professionals.

Send us your sectorwide announcements to info@tsne.org, subject line "News Submission."
                                       
This month we’ve included information on seminars, events, publications, prize awards and job openings.