Special Events in July and August
Cloud Computing Showdown: Office 365 vs. Google Apps
Tuesday, July 24, 10:00-11:30 am
Join Dave Schulman, founder of CloudOPX, to learn about Google Apps and Microsoft Office 365, the two primary cloud-based options for replacing your on-premise computer system.
Developing a Communications Strategy for Your Nonprofit
Thursday, August 9, 10:00-11:30 am
Farra Trompeter, a vice president at the communications firm Big Duck, will outline what's in a communications strategy and guide you in how to create and implement one for your organization.
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Online Events
Live Chat: Are You a Social Entrepreneur?
Thursday, July 26, 2:00-3:00 pm ET
Join Abby Chroman of Ashoka and Nell Edgington, president of Social Velocity, for a discussion about the defining features of social entrepreneurship. They'll answer our questions about measuring impact, accomplishing social change, and more.
Webinar: Storytelling for Fundraising Success
Thursday, August 2, 1:00-2:00 pm ET
Every nonprofit has many stories to share, but how can you feature those stories that best connect with your donors in your printed and online materials?
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Scholarships Available!
Developing a Fundraising Plan Seminar
September 28, 9:00 am-4:00 pm
Application deadline: July 31
Because of the generosity of donors participating in the 2011 Combined Federal Campaign, we are able to offer scholarships towards the fee of our full-day seminar,
Developing a Fundraising Plan
on September 28. If you represent a nonprofit organization based in and serving the Washington, DC, area with a budget under $2,000,000, you are eligible to apply. The application deadline is July 31.
Learn more and apply»
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New Look for Washington, DC, Library News!
We're sprucing up our newsletter and getting a fresh new look. We'll have the same helpful information and features, but with a spiffy new design and a new e-mail address. Please add foundationcenter@e.foundationcenter.org to your address book or contact list so you won't miss a beat.
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Summer Hours
From August 1 until September 10, the library will be open Monday-Friday, 10:00 am-5:00 pm. We will resume our regular Tuesday night hours (10:00 am–8:00 pm) on September 11.
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Advertise in Washington, DC, Library News
Washington, DC, Library News is mailed twice a month to more than 18,300 subscribers with an interest in fundraising and philanthropy. For information about our advertising rates, contact Mitch Nauffts at (212) 807-2433 or mfn@foundationcenter.org.
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Free Shipping in July!
After the Grant: The Nonprofit's Guide to Good Stewardship
You've secured the grant! Now you begin the multi-faceted journey of stewardship to build a lasting relationship with the funder.
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Free Classes in Our Learning Center
Click on the class title for location, directions, and to register.
Introduction to
Fundraising Planning
Monday, July 23
10:30-11:30 am
Introduction to
Corporate Giving
Monday, July 23
11:45 am-1:00 pm
Introduction to
Finding Funders
Tuesday, July 24
5:30-6:30 pm
Grantseeking Basics for International Organizations
Monday, July 30
10:30 am-12:00 pm
Grantseeking Basics
Wednesday, August 1
10:30 am-12:00 pm
How to Approach
a Foundation
Wednesday, August 1
12:15-1:30 pm
Proposal Writing Basics
Thursday, August 2
10:30 am-12:00 pm
Proposal Budgeting Basics
Thursday, August 2
12:15-1:30 pm
Grantseeking Basics for Individuals in the Arts
Tuesday, August 7
11:30 am-1:00 pm
Visit our Education and Events Calendar for more details and a complete list of classes.
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