Education & Training
Keep your skills set sharp! Take a look at the following education, workshop, and training opportunities. They are organized in the order they were received. Any nonprofit may post an education and training opportunity.
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This event includes many educational workshops relevant to nonprofits!
16TH ANNUAL WASHINGTON STATE NONPROFIT CONFERENCE
7:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Thursday, April 29, 2010
Meydenbauer Center in Bellevue, WA.
This year's conference will feature keynote speaker Dan Pallotta, author of "Uncharitable: How Restraints on Nonprofits Undermine Their Potential," and a special appearance by Washington State Governor Christine Gregoire (invited), along with keynote speaker Kristin McSwain, Chief of Program Operations and the Director of AmeriCorps State and National for the Corporation for National and Community Service (an independent federal agency). In addition, there will be over 25 workshops, lots of exhibitors, door prizes, a special awards lucheon & celebration and "NEW" this year, Peer-to-Peer Idea Tables and a Networking Soiree. FMI and to register: http://www.npconference.org/. (Posted 3/10/2010)
GOODWILL JOB TRAININGS
Excel and Outlook trainings. Sign up on the waiting list as classes are offered when there are enough students. Career Building Lab is open Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m. During open lab time, clients can search for jobs, write resumes and coverletters, complete online applications and practice interviewing, all with the help of an instructor. Also, anyone needing independent practice time with these programs, typing or 10 key is may use lab time on a drop-in basis; no registration necessary. FMI: Sara O'Connor at sara.o'connor@seattlegoodwill.org. (Updated 2/17/2009)
NONPROFIT LEADERSHIP SERIES SESSION: BUILDING A STRONG AND HEALTHY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m., March 10, 2010, The Upper Gwin, Seattle Pacific University Campus, 3307 Third Avenue West, Seattle, Washington 98819
If you are looking for ways to jump start your board and make it more effective, this session is not to be missed. Register here. Please note that it is now possible to order the handouts for any session(s) that you cannot attend. Cost: $110. FMI: http://cfnps.org/SeatLS1.aspx. For info on upcoming sessions in the Leadership Series, go to: http://cfnps.org/SeattleLS10.aspx. (Posted 2/17/2010)
BIZPROV CLASS
7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m., Every Tuesday for 10 weeks starting March 2, 2010, The Upfront Theater, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham
BizProv is the art of using the principles and practices of improv to increase your success in business. We do improv games and exercises focusing on increasing communication skills, creativity, confidence, and thinking on your feet. BizProv is not for comedians and actors, it's for business people in a fun, supportive environment. Sharpen your communication skills, be a better speaker, be more confident, think quicker on your feet and have a blast! One last free drop-in on February 23 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. if you want to see what it's like. Pass it on and bring a friend! Cost for entire 8-week course is $100. FMI and to RSVP: Galen Emanuele at improvgalen@gmail.com or (360) 733-8855. (Posted 2/17/2010)
SEATTLE FUNDRAISING CONFERENCE
An Exclusive Gathering of Nonprofit Professionals!
7:45 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday, March 22nd, 2010, Holiday Inn Seattle/Seatac International Airport
This conference will bring together over 175 professionals from various cities and surrounding states to hone their skills in nonprofit fundraising. The conference is an opportunity for individuals seeking new ways to raise money from grants, sponsorships, individual gifts, or other funding sources. The Fundraising Series enables attendees to acquire practical tools and techniques for improving their fundraising skills, as well as to learn from the presenters and network with peers through the sharing of experiences and lessons learned. Nonprofit professionals including CEOs, executive directors, development directors, board members, and anyone starting off as a fundraiser are invited to attend. To register click here: http://www.capstoneconferences.com/seattle.php Early Registration Discount ($169) ends on February 22, 2010. FMI: http://www.capstoneconferences.com/fundraising.html (Posted 2/3/2010)