The ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation's board governance program can strengthen your board. Current and prospective board members, volunteers, and nonprofit professionals interested in knowing more about nonprofit governance: This training is for you! Training includes continental breakfast, lunch, resource guide, governance toolkit and participant manual. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged! NEW delivery method in three areas of the Valley!

Date/Time: March 20, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: A New Leaf - 3420 E. University Dr. Mesa 85213

Date/Time: April 3, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Catholic Community Foundation - 400 E. Monroe St. Phoenix 85004

Date/Time: April 30, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Beth Eman Congregation - 13702 W. Meeker Blvd. Sun City West 85375

Cost: Single registration: $199. Up to three additional registrations per organization: $175 per registrant.

Registration: To register for this training, click here.

Arizona State University Master of Nonprofits Studies (MNpS) students enrolled in the NLM 620 Capstone Class, Critical Issues in Nonprofit Management, are required to complete a final capstone report synthesizing their knowledge of a critical issue facing the nonprofit sector. Capstone reports provide an overview of the issue, how it impacts nonprofit organizations, and recommendations to nonprofit executives for managing the issue in their organizations. MNpS students in the Fall 2008 Capstone Class created poster representations of their capstone reports for display at the ASU Lodestar Center’s 16th Annual Nonprofit Conference on Sustainability Strategies in December. The posters will now be on display for a limited showing at the University Center at Downtown Phoenix Campus on the Second Floor Mezzanine.

Dates: February 23 - March 4
Location: University Center, 411 N. Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004.

For more information on the poster session, e-mail Aaron Stiner

For more information on the MNpS program go to http://www.asu.edu/copp/nonprofit/index_lodestar.htm

The 11th Annual Forum on Nonprofit Effectiveness, "Collaboration: A Winning Strategy," will take place Friday, March 6, 2009 at the Hilton Scottsdale Resort and Villas, where the winner of the inaugural $250,000 Collaboration Prize will be introduced.

Learn how your organization can do MORE through collaboration

• Step-by-step: walk through the Fieldstone Alliance's "Collaboration Handbook: Creating, Sustaining and Enjoying the Journey" with an ASU Lodestar Center faculty member and a Collaboration Prize finalist.
• Hear first-hand: Learn from local nonprofit professionals who have worked through a collaboration. What worked? What didn't? What are the best practices?
• Apply: Come away with the knowledge and tools to decide if collaboration is in the future of your organization.

Full workshop descriptions now available on the Forum Web page!

The ASU Lodestar Center is pleased to welcome keynote speakers Carol Lukas, President of the Fieldstone Alliance, and Paul Luna, President and CEO of the Helios Education Foundation.

Click here to register!

Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500 or e-mail nonprofit@asu.edu.

The Arizona Grants Access Tool and Experts Source (AzGATES) is an online database connecting those in need of funding with local, national and international sponsors who can help serve that need. More than 800 active users have already discovered AzGATES to help find the funding they need. With 900 current sponsors/funding resources, AzGATES caters specifically to Arizona residents, communities, and organizations by providing the most relevant funding opportunities possible. Access is free and includes a member profile. Sign up today! http://azgates.asu.edu.

Advanced Proposal Analysis: A Critical Examination of Complex Issues
A new university-based course for experienced grantmakers

The Grantmaking School of Grand Valley State University offers Advanced Proposal Analysis: A Critical Examination of Complex Issues in conjunction with the Arizona-Indiana-Michigan Alliance. The course will be hosted by the ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation and will take place on March 25-27 at the ASU SkySong Center in Scottsdale, Arizona.

The course provides a critical examination of the complex issues faced by experienced grantmakers today. It combines structured learning with substantive discussion and small group work among peers. In varied course offerings throughout the country, practitioners give the course consistently high ratings for content, delivery and quality.

The Advanced Proposal Analysis course is recommended for program officers with two to five years of experience. Cost for the course is $1,950, exclusive of travel and lodging, with up to five partial scholarships available. For more information and an online application, visit http://www.grantmakingschool.org/.

Would you like a quick and easy way to learn more about professional development courses offered through the ASU Lodestar Center’s Nonprofit Management Institute?  Would you like to see whether Internet-based learning is right for you? You can find out by viewing two new NMI Information Sessions from the convenience of your own computer!

Information Session 1 (11 minutes) explains who takes an NMI course and for what reasons. Learn about the benefits of participating in the Nonprofit Management Institute, who teaches for NMI, and how to earn a professional certificate in nonprofit leadership and management.

Information Session 2 (7 minutes) provides more details about online versions of NMI courses. Peek inside an actual online NMI course and learn what kind of assignments to expect and how to best participate.

Click here to start now!

We welcome your feedback and would be glad to answer any further questions at 602-496-0500 or nmi@asu.edu.

Financial Management Principles for Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 103) March 27 - 28: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day

Analyze the principles of financial management for nonprofits. Learn to apply the fundamentals of accounting, budgeting processes, cash flow analysis, expenditure control, long-range financial planning, audits, grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations. This course is a prerequisite for NMI 113.

How to Start a Nonprofit Organization (Topical Workshop)
March 14: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

This workshop will help participants determine if forming a new nonprofit corporation is the most viable strategy for meeting their goals. Key terminology and core issues will be discussed, including important differences between nonprofit and for-profit organizations. All forms for application for nonprofit status will be provided and reviewed.

Explore the strategic management process and the nature of strategic decision making. Learn techniques to evaluate and develop organizational missions and goals, competitive positions, service programs and effective resource deployment. Study how to utilize agenda setting, strategic planning, strategy implementation and management of strategic change.

Marketing for the Nonprofit Organization (NMI 112)
April 17 - 18: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

Learn the principles and practices of marketing and public relations in your nonprofit organization as well as strategies and techniques to successfully position your organization. Begin the development of a marketing plan.

Diversity Strategies for the Nonprofit Organization ( NMI 119)
April 24 - 25: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. each day

Understand diversity as a critical business strategy that helps nonprofit organizations maximize their mission. Learn to identify layers of diversity within the organization. Explore one’s comfort level working with others who are different than oneself and learn why this knowledge is critical. Learn to develop strategies for managing in a culturally diverse organization. Learn to identify and recognize stereotypes of colleagues and to develop an action plan to challenge those beliefs.

Managing Volunteer Effectiveness (NMI 109)
May 8 - 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

Learn techniques in managing volunteers from recruitment through effective utilization within the nonprofit organization. Also examine creative recruitment, supervision, training, liabilities and budgeting for volunteer expenses and staff.

Advanced Financial Management for Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 113)
May 15 - 16: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day

Prerequisite: NMI 103
This course provides an in-depth study of budgeting and planning, tax issues, internal/external reporting requirements and technology for financial management.

All in-person courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Arizona State University Master of Nonprofits Studies (MNpS) students enrolled in the NLM 620 Capstone Class, Critical Issues in Nonprofit Management, are required to complete a final capstone report synthesizing their knowledge of a critical issue facing the nonprofit sector. Capstone reports provide an overview of the issue, how it impacts nonprofit organizations, and recommendations to nonprofit executives for managing the issue in their organizations. MNpS students in the Fall 2008 Capstone Class created poster representations of their capstone reports for display at the ASU Lodestar Center’s 16th Annual Nonprofit Conference on Sustainability Strategies in December. The posters will now be on display for a limited showing at the University Center at Downtown Phoenix Campus on the Second Floor Mezzanine.

Dates: February 23 - March 4
Location: University Center, 411 N. Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004.

For more information on the poster session, e-mail Aaron Stiner

For more information on the MNpS program go to http://www.asu.edu/copp/nonprofit/index_lodestar.htm

March 19, Social Networking: Best Practice Table Topics, 6 - 8 p.m.
Share nonprofit management best practices with your fellow YNPNers. Table topics to include fundraising and special events, program management, design and evaluation, career advancement, and online social media for nonprofits. Location: TBD

April 16, Professional Development Speaker, 6 - 8 p.m.
Tom Ambrose , Senior Vice President/Executive Director of Phoenix Suns’ Charities. Location: Phoenix Youth at Risk, 1001 E Pierce St, Phoenix, AZ 85006

May 21, Social Networking: Bowling Extravaganza, 6 - 8 p.m.
Join other YNPNers for an evening of fun! Bowl, meet friends, network, eat, drink, and be merry! Location: Squaw Peak Lanes, 3049 E. Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016

June 18, Professional Development Speaker, 6 - 8 p.m.
Robert Ashcraft, Director, Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation and Associate Professor, School of Community Resources and Development at Arizona State University. Location: Phoenix Youth at Risk, 1001 E Pierce St, Phoenix, AZ 85006

All events are $5 for members, $10 for non-members. Cost includes food and beverage and, in most cases, any fees related to the event. Annual membership is $20. Nonprofit organizations who purchase three or more memberships receive a 25 percent discount on membership fees.

Events and speakers are subject to change and cancellation. Event invitations will be e-mailed at least three weeks in advance, please RSVP.

For more information visit http://www.ynpnphoenix.org/, check out their Facebook page, or e-mail them at info@ynpnphoenix.org.

The Arizona Community Foundation invites you to join its Programs Department for ACF Basics. This free, ongoing seminar is intended to familiarize nonprofit organizations with ACF's grantmaking procedures, and provide information about ACF's current initiatives and funding opportunities. Topics include:

• Funding priorities
• Grant cycles
• Eligibility requirements
• Components of ACF’s online grant application
• The grant application review process

Date/Time: Held on the fourth Wednesday of every month, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Upcoming sessions include March 25, and April 22.

Location: Arizona Community Foundation Office (2201 E. Camelback Road, Suite 202, Phoenix, AZ 85016)

Seating is limited; please RSVP to mholguin@azfoundation.org or call 602-381-1400, ext. 2062. Remember to indicate which session you plan to attend.

"The Terrible Twos: Troubleshooting Individual Development" is a Seat of Their Pants Nonprofit Management Seminar to occur Thursday, February 26 from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. in Prescott.

This seminar will provide a comprehensive, realistic approach to achieving long-term sustainability through support from individual donors, in concert with an agency's corporate relations and grantseeking efforts. Using actual case studies, participants will learn (and thus be able to avoid) the biggest mistakes nonprofit agencies make when it comes to gaining support from individual donors. Seminar includes a confidential, facilitated roundtable discussion during lunch. Presenter is Debbie Stewart of Stewart Communications, a nonprofit consultancy firm.

Pre-registration required. For cost and complete details visit http://www.seatofourpantsseminars.com/, contact Debbie@nonprofitnet.com, or call 778-3747.

Regardless of exempt status, most associations have some sort of public policy component ranging from a formal legislative agenda with a lobbyist to an informal monitoring function. For members and stakeholders, having the ability to impact legislation within a structured framework is oftentimes a key benefit of joining or becoming involved with an association or coalition.

Join Arizona Society of Association Executives for an insightful panel presentation on what's effective (and what's not) when it comes to conducting grassroots activities in Arizona. These member luncheon programs lead off with an insightful presentation by an authority on the featured topic, and then participants at each table network and discuss their own challenges around the issue, sharing ideas and solutions. Programs qualify for CAE credit.

Date/Time: February 27, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

For more info, visit http://www.azsae.org

Empower yourself through unique seminars presented by leading local professionals designed to help you expand your skills, knowledge and networks!!
Date: Saturday, February 28, 2008
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Attend two of the following workshops:

• "The Must-Have Qualities of an Indispensable Employee" with Karen Crotchfelt, The Arizona Republic
• "Networking Your Way to a Job" with Jayne Phillips, Human Performance Professional, and Julie Williams, Career Coach
• "Dos and Don'ts of Small Business Ownership" with Robin Orchard, Orchard Medical Consulting
• "How to Get a Raise" with Laura Browne, Women Unlimited
• "Hot Careers Preview" with Jackie Gill, Mesa Community College, and Layne Owens, Maricopa Workforce Connections
• "Time Management for the Career Woman" with Carolyn Woods and Jody Owen, National Association of Professional Organizers

Event Schedule

• 8:30 to 9:30 Event Check-in/Breakfast
• 9:30 to 11:30 Workshop I
• 11:30 to 12:45 Lunch on your own
• 1 to 3 Workshop II
• 3 to 4 Networking Reception

Cost: $20 (includes two workshops, breakfast, and networking reception). Check or cash will be accepted at the door. No credit cards please.
Registration: Advanced registration is encouraged. Send an e-mail to Amy Stake (astake@fswf.org) and include your name, phone number, e-mail address and the titles of the two workshops you wish to attend.
Location: Event takes place at Fresh Start Women's Resource Center: 1130 E. McDowell Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85006. (602) 252-8494.

The 11th Annual Forum on Nonprofit Effectiveness, "Collaboration: A Winning Strategy," will take place Friday, March 6, 2009 at the Hilton Scottsdale Resort and Villas, where the winner of the inaugural $250,000 Collaboration Prize will be introduced.

Learn how your organization can do MORE through collaboration

• Step-by-step: walk through the Fieldstone Alliance's "Collaboration Handbook: Creating, Sustaining and Enjoying the Journey" with an ASU Lodestar Center faculty member and a Collaboration Prize finalist.
• Hear first-hand: Learn from local nonprofit professionals who have worked through a collaboration. What worked? What didn't? What are the best practices?
• Apply: Come away with the knowledge and tools to decide if collaboration is in the future of your organization.

Full workshop descriptions now available on the Forum Web page!

The ASU Lodestar Center is pleased to welcome keynote speakers Carol Lukas, President of the Fieldstone Alliance, and Paul Luna, President and CEO of the Helios Education Foundation.

Click here to register!

Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500 or e-mail nonprofit@asu.edu.

How to Start a Nonprofit Organization (Topical Workshop)
March 14: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

This workshop will help participants determine if forming a new nonprofit corporation is the most viable strategy for meeting their goals. Key terminology and core issues will be discussed, including important differences between nonprofit and for-profit organizations. All forms for application for nonprofit status will be provided and reviewed.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

The ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation's board governance program can strengthen your board. Current and prospective board members, volunteers, and nonprofit professionals interested in knowing more about nonprofit governance: This training is for you! Training includes continental breakfast, lunch, resource guide, governance toolkit and participant manual. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged! NEW delivery method in three areas of the Valley!

Date/Time: March 20, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: A New Leaf - 3420 E. University Dr. Mesa 85213

Date/Time: April 3, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Catholic Community Foundation - 400 E. Monroe St. Phoenix 85004

Date/Time: April 30, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Beth Eman Congregation - 13702 W. Meeker Blvd. Sun City West 85375

Cost: Single registration: $199. Up to three additional registrations per organization: $175 per registrant.

Registration: To register for this training, click here.

ONE annually recognizes nonprofit executives who are dedicated to excellence in the management and leadership of their organizations. These awards recognize nonprofit chief professional officers (Executive Directors, Presidents, CEOs or an equivalent) who are outstanding examples of certain principles ONE values among nonprofit executives in Maricopa County, Arizona. Please join them as they recognize and promote the achievements and community impact of the dedicated leadership of nonprofit executives who distinguish themselves in the following four areas:

• Organizational Leadership Award
• Community Partnership Award
• Innovation Award
• Leader of Distinction Award

ONE Open Luncheon - Friends of the nonprofit community welcome (space may be limited.)

Date/Time: Friday, March 20 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: National Bank of Arizona Conference Center, 6001 N. 24th St. Phoenix 85016. Free parking immediately adjacent.
Cost: $30 for ONE Member organizations, $60 for non-members.

Please visit the Events page of http://www.oneaz.org to register, or call 602-264-8578 for more information.

Advanced Proposal Analysis: A Critical Examination of Complex Issues
A new university-based course for experienced grantmakers

The Grantmaking School of Grand Valley State University offers Advanced Proposal Analysis: A Critical Examination of Complex Issues in conjunction with the Arizona-Indiana-Michigan Alliance. The course will be hosted by the Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation at Arizona State University and will take place on March 25-27 at the SkySong Center in Scottsdale, Arizona.

The course provides a critical examination of the complex issues faced by experienced grantmakers today. It combines structured learning with substantive discussion and small group work among peers. In varied course offerings throughout the country, practitioners give the course consistently high ratings for content, delivery and quality.

The Advanced Proposal Analysis course is recommended for program officers with two to five years of experience. Cost for the course is $1,950, exclusive of travel and lodging, with up to five partial scholarships available. For more information and an online application, visit http://www.grantmakingschool.org/.

Financial Management Principles for Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 103) March 27 - 28: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. each day

Analyze the principles of financial management for nonprofits. Learn to apply the fundamentals of accounting, budgeting processes, cash flow analysis, expenditure control, long-range financial planning, audits, grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations. This course is a prerequisite for NMI 113.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Strategic Management in Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 107)
April 6 - 27 (ONLINE)

Explore the strategic management process and the nature of strategic decision making. Learn techniques to evaluate and develop organizational missions and goals, competitive positions, service programs and effective resource deployment. Study how to utilize agenda setting, strategic planning, strategy implementation and management of strategic change.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Marketing for the Nonprofit Organization (NMI 112)
April 17 - 18: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

Learn the principles and practices of marketing and public relations in your nonprofit organization as well as strategies and techniques to successfully position your organization. Begin the development of a marketing plan.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Diversity Strategies for the Nonprofit Organization (NMI 119)
April 24 - 25: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Saturday

Understand diversity as a critical business strategy that helps nonprofit organizations maximize their mission. Learn to identify layers of diversity within the organization. Explore one’s comfort level working with others who are different than oneself and learn why this knowledge is critical. Learn to develop strategies for managing in a culturally diverse organization. Learn to identify and recognize stereotypes of colleagues and to develop an action plan to challenge those beliefs.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

The 90-Minute Grant Proposal: "Speed-Thinking" Your Way to a Clear, Compelling - And Fundable! - Project Concept

Do you have a great grant idea you'd like to create, but not sure how to start? Learn how to develop and test a project concept in a matter of minutes. No more going back to the office to get it done - have a first-draft proposal in 90 minutes! In this fast-paced interactive session you'll learn what questions will lead you into your own best thinking about a successful project or funding need; how to organize your ideas quickly; how to tap into your own passion to discover the most compelling story possible. You'll preview your concept for your colleagues and get their feedback. Bring your own good idea - leave with a head start on a clear, compelling project proposal - one that grantmakers can fund.

Topics covered include:

• Your grant proposal as a strategic planning tool
• Key planning questions you need to address in order to make an informed, intelligent and confident decision about your proposal
• The Project Profile/Planning Worksheet: Planning tool and proposal template
• Speed-testing your project concept: Sharing with the people who can help you make it happen.
• Crafting the 90-minute grant proposal, step-by-step:
  • The Summary
  • The Needs Statement
  • Intended Outcomes
  • Action Plan
  • Resources Needed
  • Project Evaluation
  • Partnership and Collaboration

Date: April 28
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Location: Phoenix - Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, 400 E. Monroe, Room 157
Price: "Early-bird" discount price: $46.75 thru January 28; $55 after.
To Register: Click here.

Managing Volunteer Effectiveness (NMI 109)
May 8 - 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

Learn techniques in managing volunteers from recruitment through effective utilization within the nonprofit organization. Also examine creative recruitment, supervision, training, liabilities and budgeting for volunteer expenses and staff.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Advanced Financial Management for Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 113)
May 15 - 16: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday

Prerequisite: NMI 103
This course provides an in-depth study of budgeting and planning, tax issues, internal/external reporting requirements and technology for financial management.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Building Blocks For An Unbeatable Proposal Budget - Guaranteed!

Worthy grant proposals often don't make the final cut because the proposal budget is poorly put together. However, crafting a budget that clearly and accurately reflects all the resources your program needs is not a complex or mysterious process! In this workshop you'll learn the principles of mission-driven budgeting and practice applying those principles to a real-life scenario, as you build a detailed proposal budget step-by-step. You'll learn how grantmakers evaluate budgets - and what your budget says about your organization. And you'll work with simple but powerful tools to help you organize your financial information in the clearest, most compelling way. In this workshop you will:

• Understand the importance of a sound, detailed, mission-driven budget as both a key proposal component and a planning and management tool
• Learn how the concept of "total-value budgeting" supports your project planning and management - and simplifies the process of building a proposal budget
• Learn what you need to know about "in-kind," match, valuing volunteer time, indirect or administrative costs, and much more
• Learn the easy-to-follow, step-by-step process guaranteed to result in an unbeatable proposal budget
• Work with - and take home - planning tools that will guide you through the process start to finish - guaranteed!

Date: May 19
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Location: Phoenix - Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, 400 E. Monroe, Room 157
Price: "Early-bird" discount price $46.75 thru January 28; $55 after
To Register: Click here.

Description: Applications are invited for the position of executive director for Unity of Phoenix, an inter-denominational Christian church in Phoenix, Arizona. The executive director, as administrative leader of the ministry, is directly responsible to the board of trustees for the overall allocation and management of the organization’s assets, including human, capital and financial resources. Direct oversight consists of financial personnel, facilities, land management, and other operations necessary to the business of the church. The executive director is responsible to the board of trustees for establishing church-wide financial and administrative objectives, policies, programs, and practices that ensure the church a continuously sound financial structure. The executive director controls the flow of cash through the organization and maintains the integrity of funds, securities and other valuable documents.

Qualifications: Candidates must have a strong personal faith-based foundation and a minimum of five years’ work experience in a similar or related position. Candidates must demonstrate outstanding leadership capabilities, refined management and financial acumen, excellent communications skills, and a strong sense of integrity. A master’s degree is preferred, but not required. Experience in environments with demanding levels of customer service and a large volunteer corps is desirable.

How to Apply: Please send an application, with a resume and a cover letter explaining experience and interest in the position, to:
Human Resource Manager
1500 E. Greenway Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85022
response@unityphx.org
602.978.3200
FAX - 602.978.3248
A full job description is available at http://www.unityphx.org/contact/jobs.html

Description: The Arizona Center for Afterschool Excellence is seeking an experienced professional with knowledge of youth development and nonprofit management. The director must be a results-driven, strategic thinker who can support and lead an effective team. Responsibilities for this position include the following:

• Direct the development and implementation of a strategic resource development plan to include direct fundraising from foundations, corporations, individuals, special events, and in-kind contributions.
• Oversee all grant and proposal development.
• Oversee the hiring, supervision, and evaluation of all staff and support.
• Lead an effective team.
• Build relationships that impact policy objectives.
• Collaborate with government executives, elected officials, community-based organizations, school districts, foundations, and business.
• Establish and maintain relationships with media.
• Support the board of directors in its governance role.
• Develop and monitor the budget in collaboration with the board finance committee to ensure that all appropriate reports and regulatory requirements are properly addressed and the organization’s financial objectives are met.

How to Apply: For a complete job description and how to apply, visit http://www.azafterschool.org/Resources-for-Professionals/Job-Postings.aspx or call 602-279-7100.

Description: The Arizona Educational Foundation (AEF) is looking for general office, clerical, and program assistance for approximately 15 hours per week. The employee would work mornings, but have some flexibility depending on his/her personal schedule. No benefits will be offered.

Qualifications: Employee must have knowledge about, and be comfortable working with, MS Word, Outlook, Access, Excel and Publisher. S/he should also have good interpersonal skills and be a self-starter.

How to Apply: For more information on this position, or to apply, please contact Bobbie O'Boyle at 480-421-9376, or e-mail bobbie@azedfoundation.org.

Description: The Nonprofit Organization Resource Group, LLC (NORG) is a collaborative effort of career nonprofit professionals that provide results-focused leadership, management, and project services to associations, societies, charities, and other nonprofit organizations. They are seeking a part-time receptionist. The receptionist is responsible for coordinating a multi-line phone, office guests, and deliveries in a Tempe office that houses several small nonprofit organizations. The receptionist is instrumental in creating a welcoming and professional environment for members, stakeholders, and guests. This position is part-time, with the following hours: Monday through Friday, Noon – 4 p.m. It has a pay rate of $8 per hour.

Qualifications: The receptionist should possess the following traits and abilities:

• Have a clear, pleasant, and audible speaking voice.
• Be able to thrive and remain calm in a multi-task environment.
• Be detail-oriented and assistive.
• Employ good writing and verbal communication skills.
• Be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet Explorer.
• Be willing to learn other computer applications as needed.

How to Apply: For more information about this position, or to apply, please contact Marie Fredette at 480-491-0540, or e-mail marie@nonprofitorg.info.

Description: The National Association of Exclusive Buyer Agents is seeking a membership services coordinator. This position is administrative in nature and is responsible for answering phones, providing customer service to the members and prospective members, and processing membership applications. It is also responsible for dues billing, general data entry, tracking education credits and examination scores for the certification program, and serving as an assistant to the executive director. In addition, this position may be responsible for updating the member Web site, design of the member newsletter, and serving as the staff liaison to the membership and newsletter committees. The office is located near Dysart and Van Buren in Avondale, AZ. The preferred hours are M-F, 8 a.m. 4:30 p.m., but can be somewhat flexible. Starting at $11-12 per hour with potential for raises and bonuses; limited benefits.

Qualifications: This position requires excellent communication skills, ability with Microsoft Word and Excel (experience with 2007 version a plus), data entry and basic database management skills. Candidate must be a highly organized self-starter and have the ability to work with minimal supervision. S/he must also be flexible in job duties and responsibilities, and be able to travel to an Annual Conference for one week per year (may be held outside U.S.). Additional skills that are preferred, but not required include proficiency with Adobe Pagemaker or another desktop publishing program, ability with membership management software, and Microsoft PowerPoint.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should send a resume in either Word or PDF format to kkahl@naeba.info or can send by fax to 888-623-2211.

Description: The grant manager is responsible for cultivating relationships with new and existing grant donors for Childhelp in a grant team environment. S/he is also responsible for prospect research, program conceptualization, grant writing production, grant management, and relationship management necessary for generating donor support for existing Childhelp programs and new program priorities. This position is responsible for the following:

• Perform professional work involving grant production and administration, including funding research and analysis, program-design, outcome measurement and evaluation techniques.
• Assist Childhelp program staff with development, writing, and editing efforts (grants, proposals, case statements, letters of inquiry, conceptual plans, progress reports, acknowledgement letters, and other Childhelp communications).
• Participate as team member in multi-program / multi-site project proposals
• Provide ongoing cultivation, relationship development, grant/donor reporting and compliance.
• Work to leverage existing resources by building community relationships and create a professional network of fund-related prospects.
• Explore federal funding opportunities that may be appropriate for Childhelp
• Work with finance and program staff on the formulation of budget requests and YTD budget status.

Qualifications: This position requires the following:

• A bachelor's degree
• Excellent writing skills, time-management skills, attention to detail, quality assurance, and self-motivation
• A minimum of two years' prior grant writing and reporting experience
• Significant experience in private funding
• A minimum of two years' prior experience with funding research and analysis, program-design, outcome measurement, and evaluation techniques.
• Must be able to work as a team player.

How to Apply: If interested, please e-mail your resume to jobs@childhelp.org, or fax to 480-308-7139. To see a full job description visit http://www.careerbuilder.com.

Description: A New Leaf, a not-for-profit organization, is seeking a full time grant writer for their Mesa location. Duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Complete corporate, family and foundation proposals for existing and new funding sources to support A New Leaf's Programs.
• Research and identify potential new family, corporate and foundation funding sources, and track all research in the database.
• Attend Phoenix Grant Forum meetings and/or other appropriate grant writers professional networking groups.
• Develop a time management system through an annual grant calendar including dates for follow up reports.
• Prepare and assist with public speaking presentations and tours.

Qualifications: Candidates with the following qualifications are preferred: a bachelor’s degree; experience writing corporate and foundation proposals; and nonprofit experience. Training or experience in development, communications, or fund-raising is a plus. Demonstrated excellent writing skills and attention to details is a MUST.

How to Apply: Please submit your resume via e-mail to: dramirez@turnanewleaf.org, or fax to: 480-969-2696. EEO.

Description: The AZOCF is a nonprofit charitable agency (501c6) providing vision screening and correction for low-income persons and families throughout the state of Arizona via their Vision USA program. They are currently accepting applications for an intern to manage the coordination of the Vision USA program, now in its third decade of community involvement. Vision USA matches children and adults from low-income families with optometrists statewide who provide comprehensive eye exams and glasses. Individuals are screened by various community groups like the Salvation Army, Lions Club, HeadStart, Scottsdale HealthCare, and Arizona Women’s Education and Employment (AWEE) to meet a certain income criteria. This is a paid internship with a flexible schedule within normal office hours of 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Hourly rate is $10/hour. This position is an excellent training ground to participate in community outreach endeavors, learn state and private agency processes, and assist with media relations. Responsibilities for this position include:

• Coordination of volunteer optometrists
• Screening of potential program participants
• Coordination of scheduling for those who qualify
• Communication with community group contacts statewide
• Communication with school nurses in low income schools to match optometrists to their students
• Assist in carrying out publicity/outreach campaign
• Work with the statewide media, both newspaper and electronic, to procure public service announcements, etc. to promote the program and achieve a maximum number of patients.

Arizona Optometric Charitable Foundation is located in the Biltmore Corridor at 1702 East Highland, Suite 213, Phoenix, 85016.

Qualifications: Knowledge of Microsoft Word/Access/Excel, attention to organization and detail, and the ability to effectively (and compassionately) communicate with people that may be in difficult circumstances.

How to Apply: For additional information and to apply, please contact: Sara Polansky at 602-279-0055 or via e-mail at sara@azoa.org.

Description: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust is a private, independent foundation working to enhance the quality of life for the people of Maricopa County, Arizona. The Piper Trust focuses on the areas of health care and medical research, children, youth, older adults, arts and culture, education and religious organizations. The communications associate will collaborate, design and implement a full range of communications strategies for the Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust, and work closely with and report to the director, communications and external relations. The position includes responsibility for refining and managing communication strategies and overseeing Web site content and development. Superb writing, editing and proofreading skills are required.

Qualifications: This position requires a bachelor's degree with minimum of five years' experience, with an understanding about how to use strategic communication to support the work of a philanthropic organization.

How to Apply: For a full position description and instructions for submitting your resume and cover letter, see http://www.pipertrust.org/aboutus/position-announcement.aspx

Description: This position provides assistance to the chapter support team in managing a portfolio of projects and initiatives to address critical organizational issues. The position also has responsibility for helping implement chapter policies and performance standards, developing operational standards of excellence for chapters, administering financial support resources for the Foundation, and administering committee support responsibilities.

Qualifications: The candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree in a related field (master’s degree preferred) and five years of related work and managerial experience in a nonprofit environment. The candidate must also have excellent knowledge of nonprofit resources and best practices in the areas of fund raising, program delivery, board and staff development, community outreach, budgeting/financial management, and nonprofit regulatory requirements. Excellent communication, negotiation and organizational management skills are required. Ability to travel for job-related duties are a necessity.

How to Apply: Submit resume and cover letter to: Human Resources, Make-A-Wish Foundation of America, 3550 N. Central Avenue, Suite 300, Phoenix, AZ 85012; Fax: 602-279-0855; e-mail: hr@wish.org. Visit http://www.wish.org for more information.

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