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 Central Phoenix and West Valley!

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.

Over 200 people attended the 11th Annual Forum on Nonprofit Effectiveness, held March 6, 2009.

The 2009 Forum featured plenary speakers Carol Lukas, President of the Fieldstone Alliance, and Paul Luna, President and CEO of the Helios Education Foundation.

• Each attendee received a FREE copy of the Fieldstone Alliance's "Collaboration Handbook," and worked through exercises in the book with ASU Lodestar Center instructors and 2009 Collaboration Prize finalists.
• Lunch included presentations from the 2009 Collaboration Prize finalists
• In the afternoon, attendees heard from nonprofit professionals in Arizona who had gone through the process of collaboration. They learned what worked, what didn't, best practices, and lessons learned.
  

Thank you to the sponsors who helped make this learning opportunity available:

• DuffyGroup
• Mutual of Omaha Bank
• The Phoenix Business Journal
• Qwest
• The Arizona Community Foundation
• The Arizona Republic
• M&I Institutional Trust Services
• Mutual of America
• Snell & Wilmer, L.L.P.

Mark your calendars now for the 17th Annual Nonprofit Conference on Sustainability Strategies, October 15-16, 2009 at the Desert Willow Conference Center in Phoenix!

"Principles and Techniques of Fundraising" is the Fund Raising School's definitive training program for fundraisers.

Recognized internationally, "Principles & Techniques" gives you the foundation and inspiration to lead your nonprofit to its financial goals. It provides you with the framework for operating a successful total development program. It is an intensive five-day, A-through-Z training program that is the basis for the rest of the School's courses.

You'll Learn How To:

• Identify and validate prospective donors
• Manage the fundraising process
• Use research to match a donor's interests and needs with your nonprofit 's mission and goals
• Build an annual fund donor base that keeps on giving
• Manage the process of raising money
• Recognize planned giving benefits to your donors and to your nonprofit
• Structure a successful solicitation
• Respond to challenges and ethical dilemmas with professional skill.

You'll Receive:

• "Big Red," a comprehensive 700-page Study Guide
• Donor evaluation forms
• Invaluable bibliography from the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University
• Copies of overheads for training your volunteers and staff
• Formulas for establishing best-practice benchmarks
• A chance to network and build long-lasting, cross-mentoring relationships with other professionals.
  

Presented by the Arizona-Indiana-Michigan (AIM Alliance) and hosted by the ASU Lodestar Center.

Click here to register today! Hurry - registrations only taken on a space-available basis!

Click here to learn more about "Principles and Techniques."

Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500 or 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.

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.

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.

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.

Basic Fundraising and Resource Development (NMI 106)
June 1 - 22 (ONLINE)

One of the major challenges facing all nonprofit leaders today is ensuring that the organization has the financial resources it needs to meet its mission and serve its constituency. Learn the basics of ethical fundraising, how to manage the philanthropic process and develop plans that will ensure the effectiveness of staff and volunteers.

Effective Supervision (NMI 104)
June 26 – 27: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day.

New supervisors and those seeking enhancement of supervisory effectiveness will gain insight on being an effective supervisor based on self-assessment and practical skill development. Review employment laws, behaviorally based interviewing, performance management, coaching and counseling, confident delegation and employee recognition and retention strategies.

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.

• Innovation Award - Pam Gaber, Gabriel's Angels
• Community Partnership Award - Terry Shannon, St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance (accepted by Barry McBride)
• Organizational Leadership Award - Joyce Richards, Junior Achievement of Arizona
• Leader of Distinction Award - Amy Gibbons, Boys and Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix (accepted by Jeff Goulder)

Organization for Nonprofit Executives (ONE)
P.O. Box 337, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Phone (602) 264-8578, Fax (623) 518-4615
Email: info@oneaz.org.
http://www.oneaz.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.

"Navigating uncertain times: the personal, organizational and public roles of philanthropy" will be presented by Paul C. Pribbenow, Ph.D., President, Augsburg College.

We live in uncertain times with much less control over our lives than we might like. As philanthropic professionals, we face this uncertainty both in our personal and professional lives.

How do we find our way in the midst of a turbulent economy? How do we help others to negotiate the anxiety and fear they are feeling with confidence and continued commitment to our professional ethics and standards? Perhaps philanthropy itself offers us a roadmap.

The personal, organizational, and public roles and values of philanthropy may be the best anchors as we navigate these uncertain times. Our work is to focus on how best to steward the gifts of philanthropy!

Paul Pribbenow, holds a Ph.D. in social ethics from the University of Chicago and is recognized as one of the leading teachers and commentators on ethics, philanthropy, and American public life. Pribbenow is a member of the AFP National Ethics Standing Committee, publishes a bi-monthly e-mail newsletter entitled, Notes for the Reflective Practitioner.

Date: Wednesday, April 1
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. Networking, Luncheon and Program
Cost: $30 Members, $35 Non-Members
Location: Sheraton Downtown Phoenix Hotel
340 North 3rd Street, Phoenix, 85004
Register: http://www.afpaz.org
Questions: admin@afpaz.org

Payment is due online or at the door. They accept cash, check, VISA, MasterCard, and American Express. Attendees who do not pre-register cannot be guaranteed a lunch. "No Shows" will be billed.

Paying Attention: The moral issues of philanthropic work presented by Paul C. Pribbenow, Ph.D., President, Augsburg College. This workshop will introduce a framework for making moral decisions in our work as philanthropic professionals. By focusing our attention on how to think more broadly about moral issues and applying our moral perspective to concrete situations we all face, we will gain perspectives and skills that will help us to become responsible leaders of our organizations. We will use the AFP ethics cases as the basis for our discussion.

Date: Wednesday, April 1
Time: 2 - 3:30 p.m.
Workshop Cost: $25 AFP Members, $60 Non-Members
Location: Sheraton Downtown Phoenix Hotel - 340 North 3rd Street
Register: http://www.afpaz.org
Questions: admin@afpaz.org

Payment is due online or at the door. AFP accepts cash, check, VISA, MasterCard, and American Express. Attendees who do not pre-register cannot be guaranteed a lunch. "No Shows" will be billed.

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: 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.

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.

Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

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.

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.

"Principles and Techniques of Fundraising" is the Fund Raising School's definitive training program for fundraisers.

Recognized internationally, "Principles & Techniques" gives you the foundation and inspiration to lead your nonprofit to its financial goals. It provides you with the framework for operating a successful total development program. It is an intensive five-day, A-through-Z training program that is the basis for the rest of the School's courses.

You'll Learn How To:

• Identify and validate prospective donors
• Manage the fundraising process
• Use research to match a donor's interests and needs with your nonprofit 's mission and goals
• Build an annual fund donor base that keeps on giving
• Manage the process of raising money
• Recognize planned giving benefits to your donors and to your nonprofit
• Structure a successful solicitation
• Respond to challenges and ethical dilemmas with professional skill.

You'll Receive:

• "Big Red," a comprehensive 700-page Study Guide
• Donor evaluation forms
• Invaluable bibliography from the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University
• Copies of overheads for training your volunteers and staff
• Formulas for establishing best-practice benchmarks
• A chance to network and build long-lasting, cross-mentoring relationships with other professionals.
  

Presented by the Arizona-Indiana-Michigan (AIM Alliance) and hosted by the ASU Lodestar Center.

Click here to register today! Hurry - registrations only taken on a space-available basis!

Click here to learn more about "Principles and Techniques."

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

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: April 22, 10:30 a.m. to noon.

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.

IABC Phoenix is offering nonprofit organizations a half-day workshop focused on the communications needs of nonprofit agencies to be heard on Thursday, April 23 from 3 to 6:30 p.m. at the Wells Fargo Conference Center, 100 W. Washington St., in downtown Phoenix.

This affordable, professional development opportunity allows attendees to learn from six Valley communications experts: Lori Baker, reporter and editor at The Arizona Republic; Kevin Curran, assignment editor at 12 News; Kathy Kerchner of Master Your Message; Wilma Mathews, author and faculty member at Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication; Danielle Sittu, president of her own communications consulting firm; and Dan Wool, corporate communicator at APS. Attendees will also be able to participate in open, topic-specific discussion and network with professionals from local communications and nonprofit organizations. This event is geared to nonprofit agencies, 501(c)(3), but IABC members and the general public are welcome to attend. Space is limited to 80 attendees, two per nonprofit, please.

To register and learn more about the event, go to: https://www.123signup.com/event?id=zbycn.

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: $55.
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.

Please join the Arizona Community Action Association for an exciting event with diverse speakers, panels, and innovative workshops that address the challenges and opportunities facing Arizona's community action agencies and human service providers. Presenters include:

• The interim director of the Department of Economic Security, Linda Blessing, will offer a keen perspective on social and human services
• Arizona Corporation Commissioner Kristin K. Mayes will deliver insight into the regulatory environment and low income households
• Sevak Kahlsa will serve as a keynote presenter, offering a unique insight into wellness and personal growth.

• Weatherization PLUS Renewables in Arizona
• ROMA — Results Oriented Management and Accountability — How To Make Yourself Look Good!
• United Way Financial Stability Summit Review
• Office Safety and Keeping Your Cool at Work
• Earned Income Tax Credit — Building Wealth, Assets, and Families!
• How does my program look to funders?
• Wellness and You!

For more information about the conference, visit http://www.azcaa.org/events

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: $55
To Register: Click here.

Basic Fundraising and Resource Development (NMI 106)
June 1 - 22 (ONLINE)

One of the major challenges facing all nonprofit leaders today is ensuring that the organization has the financial resources it needs to meet its mission and serve its constituency. Learn the basics of ethical fundraising, how to manage the philanthropic process and develop plans that will ensure the effectiveness of staff and volunteers.

Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Effective Supervision (NMI 104)
June 26 - 27: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day.

New supervisors and those seeking enhancement of supervisory effectiveness will gain insight on being an effective supervisor based on self-assessment and practical skill development. Review employment laws, behaviorally based interviewing, performance management, coaching and counseling, confident delegation and employee recognition and retention strategies.

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.

Description: The Arizona Rural Development Council is seeking an executive director who will be responsible for providing leadership, direction and coordination for all AZRDC activities, with a strong emphasis on organizational sustainability. The mission of the Arizona Rural Development Council is to give voice to the citizens of rural Arizona and improve their quality of life. As Arizona’s official federally-recognized State Rural Development Council in the National Rural Development Partnership, AZRDC creates public-private partnerships and implements strategies that improve rural communities across Arizona. The executive director is envisioned as a full-time position, subject to funding availability on an annual basis. Part-time will be considered, depending on the candidate and budgetary circumstance of the AZRDC. Compensation determined based on education, experience and qualifications. AZRDC is an E.O.E. A detailed job description can be found at http://www.azrdc.org.

Qualifications: Qualified candidates should have a bachelor's degree plus five years of senior level management experience in development, fundraising, public administration or a related field; or a commensurate combination of education and experience is acceptable. Knowledge and experience with issues related to rural communities, particularly in Arizona, is desired. Strong management experience and leadership skills, and a demonstrated knowledge and ability to manage fundraising and development activities in a nonprofit environment are necessary for this position. An understanding of, commitment to, and ability to communicate publicly about, the goals and philosophy of the AZRDC are a must.

How to Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter via e-mail to info@azrdc.org by April 1.

Description: The board of directors is seeking a chief executive officer (CEO) for the Grand Canyon Chapter of the American Red Cross (GCCARC). GCCARC is a nonprofit human services organization providing disaster relief, emergency preparedness, health and safety training, and international messaging and tracing services. It has a staff of about 35, and utilizes 2,000+ volunteers. GCCARC has an operating budget of $5.1 million, with an annual fundraising goal of at least $2.5 million.

The CEO is responsible for the leadership and management of the organization, including senior staff, fundraising, fiscal and legal oversight, budget development, board development, strategic planning, relationship development, and community engagement. Competitive salary with an organization that has an excellent reputation in the community. Compensation package is competitive and based on qualifications and relevant experience. GCCARC is an E.O.E. A detailed position description can be found at http://www.arizonaredcross.org.

Qualifications: Qualified candidates should have 10+ years experience in a senior leadership role, preferably with a large nonprofit organization. They should also be able to demonstrate capabilities as a proven leader, convener, collaborator, and funder with a strong emotional intelligence and emergency services experience. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required (master’s degree preferred).

How to Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter via e-mail to Easleyt@usa.redcross.org by April 15.

Description: The Wellness Community Arizona (TWC) is a national nonprofit organization that provides free programs of support, education, and hope to people with cancer and their loved ones. TWC is currently seeking a full time director of development and marketing. This position, in close coordination with the executive director, is an essential member of The Wellness Community Arizona team, with primary responsibility for developing, implementing, managing, sustaining, and evaluating key and strategic elements of fund development and marketing. This position is also responsible for the Annual Fund and Strategic Growth Campaigns, Individual giving, Corporate Relationships, Planned Giving, and Third Party Fundraising. It is also responsible for all aspects of marketing, including: media relations; preparing and maintaining all TWC marketing and collateral materials; Donor News Update Cards; Annual Report; Ensuring the branding on all TWC collaterals; Managing strategic relationships. Administrative responsibilities include: Donor thank you letters; maintaining moves management and corporate matrices, entering donor information, data entry of cash/pledge processing, and minutes from Communications and Fund Development Committees. The Wellness Community - Arizona has a competitive salary structure and generous benefits.

Qualifications: B.A. in Liberal Arts area with 5 years of experience in marketing and fund development; working knowledge of databases; excellent written and verbal communication skills; not-for-profit experience a plus. Experience in corporate and donor cultivation and solicitation is essential.

How to Apply: Please send resume, including salary requirements, to Melissa Talal at mtalal@thewellnesscommunityaz.org.

Description: The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a skilled salesperson to become the director of the Heart and Stroke Walk in the Tempe, AZ office. The director's primary responsibility is to drive fundraising revenue for the Tempe market, including securing and renewing new corporate partners. The American Heart Association offers a competitive benefits package, ongoing professional development and training, and a diverse and inclusive environment in which to work and grow. Visit http://www.americanheart.org/careers and click "benefits" for more information or to apply. EOE MF/V/D. Key responsibilities for this position include the following:

• Research and prospect for new business
• Manage current accounts as assigned
• Execute fundraising strategies to maximize revenue generation with corporate partners
• Provide superior customer service
• Build and maintain relationships which result in the retention and growth of all partners
• Assist with the recruitment, training, and maintenance of a community-based volunteer committee
• Assist with the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of the Heart Walk and associated events
• Prepare various reports and forecasts as requested

Qualifications:

• B.A. or B.S. degree, or business/sales experience in related field
• Minimum of three to five years' relevant work experience, including proven success in sales/fundraising; a preference for business-to-business sales is a plus
• Receive a minimum score of 'Recommended' on the Sales Chally Assessment
• Ability to set aggressive goals with clients
• Superior customer service experience
• Strong leadership, teamwork, and relationship-building skills
• Perform well under pressure
• Self-motivated team player that has the ability to focus on both group and individual growth
• Superior organizational and interpersonal skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours.

How to Apply: Candidates must apply online at http://www.americanheart.org/careers as the AHA's recruitment process does not include the utilization of faxed or hard copy resumes. Candidates must pass a background check prior to hire.

Description: The Make-A-Wish Foundation is currently seeking a fundraising professional who will be responsible for foundation and corporate grant writing, including occasional corporate sponsorship proposals. The grant and development writer will research new funding sources, build relationships with foundations, coordinate an ongoing sequence of appropriate communication efforts with foundations, write grant proposals, manage all reporting and evaluation requirements, and coordinate appropriate stewardship. EOE/M/F/H/V.

Qualifications: A bachelor's degree, preferably in Journalism, English or related field, and a minimum of four years of nonprofit/development experience with emphasis on grant writing is required. Exceptional writing skills and computer proficiency with Microsoft Office are also necessary.

How to Apply: Submit resumes in confidence to Pete Finley, Director of Finance and Administration: hr@worldwish.org. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Description: Save the Family, a nonprofit transitional housing program for homeless families with children located in the East Valley, is seeking a full-time donor cultivation officer. This position is responsible for strategizing and achieving fundraising goals via ongoing development, coordination, and implementation of donor cultivation and retention. Salary: DOE. EOE.

Qualifications: The individual applying for this position must have an understanding of comprehensive fund development and donor cultivation techniques to achieve financial objectives. S/he also must have the following:

• A four-year college degree, or an equivalent of five years of experience.
• Excellent written and verbal, interpersonal, and organizational skills are required.
• The ability to function as a team member, with a professional demeanor and strong interpersonal and skills is also a must.
• The successful applicant must demonstrate sound judgment, initiative, and independent thinking.
• S/he must also have a proven and strong track record in fund development.

How to Apply: If interested in this position, please e-mail resumes to teresag@savethefamily.org.

Description: The job developer is responsible for engaging employers and industry in AWEE programs, for ex-offenders as well as all general AWEE participants. The job developer is supervised by the Department of Labor project director. This position is grant funded and available so long as funding is available. Key responsibilities include the following:

• Assess labor markets as they relate to employment trends and opportunities
• Determine and implement job development strategies tailored to benefit project participants
• Engage the business community in all AWEE programs
• Develop and maintain relationships with employers and industry representatives who are experts on local market conditions
• Build and maintain partnerships with similar workforce development and staffing organizations
• Plan, coordinate, and conduct employer outreach and business events with partner agencies as benefiting project participants
• Attend regular networking events, and other work groups involving employer outreach activities
• Provide presentations to audiences
• Train employers about working with ex-offenders
• Assist businesses in addressing incumbent worker needs
• Link businesses to hiring incentive programs
• Create employment opportunities benefiting project participants by developing linkages to transitional and permanent employment opportunities
• Ensure that performance goals relating to job placements and retention are achieved
• Prepare activity reports reflecting employer outreach, job development, and placement outcomes
• Assist, as needed, with the KICKSTART! Job Club (i.e. scheduling business representatives to speak at group sessions).

Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in Business, Education, or a Social Service field, and two years' relevant work experience. This position requires related experience within the staffing/workforce development field.

How to Apply: For more information on this position, or to apply, please contact Susan Lagasse at 602-223-4333, or e-mail susanlagasse@awee.org.

Description: The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control, and cure of arthritis and related illnesses. The Greater Southwest Chapter serves Arizona, New Mexico, and El Paso, Texas, with offices located in Phoenix, Tucson, and Albuquerque. The program specialist is responsible for the Juvenile Arthritis program and provides support for the Advancement Department. The principal responsibilities of the position include maintaining a close working relationship with the vice president of advancement, and chapter staff, to enhance program services and communication within the organization. The advancement director maintains relationships with program participants, program facilitators, and volunteers. Salary $35,000-40,000 DOE

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree is required (a major in education, a health related field, social work, or recreation is ideal)
• Two or more years of progressive experience working with children and/or adults in program development and delivery (or five years without a degree)
• Experience in a nonprofit environment is helpful
• Demonstrated experience in planning and executing projects with multiple deadlines
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Proficiency in MS Office is required.

How to Apply: Please send resume to Dee Nortman, EVP of Administration, at dnortman@arthritis.org, or mail to 1313 East Osborn Road, Suite 200 Phoenix, AZ 85014. No phone calls please.

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