Nonprofit Portal Digest
April/May 2009
IN THIS ISSUE
NEWs, reports and trendS
Impact of the 2007-09 Economic Recession on Nonprofit Organizations
Johns Hopkins University Listening Post Communiqué #14
The current recession has already resulted in serious economic costs for our nation. Although the media has focused on the downturn’s severe effects on businesses, there has been little attention on how it has impacted our country’s critical nonprofit sector. To help fill this major gap in knowledge, the Johns Hopkins Nonprofit Listening Post project surveyed its nationwide sample of nonprofit organizations in five key fields in April of 2009.
Wisconsin State of Philanthropy Report 2009
The Donors Forum of Wisconsin recently issued the 2009 Wisconsin State of Philanthropy Report, which provides an overview of charitable giving in Wisconsin, a look at the different types of grantmaking in the state, a section on the economic downturn, an in-depth look at where grant dollars are allocated, and an inside look at the inner workings of foundations.
Giving USA 2009 Released
Charitable giving in the United States exceeded $300 billion for the second year in a row in 2008, according to Giving USA 2009. Donations to charitable causes in the United States reached an estimated $307.65 billion in 2008, a 2 percent drop in current dollars over 2007. Giving USA is an annual report on philanthropy, published by the Giving USA Foundation and written and researched at the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University. The 2009 report provides details about charitable giving in 2008 as well as information about fundraising in 2009. For more information,
Learn about Public Policy Issues Affecting Wisconsin Nonprofits
The Wisconsin Nonprofits Association (WNA) has been monitoring state legislation that would affect the property tax exemption for low-income nonprofit rental housing. Stay informed on key public policy issues affecting nonprofits by visiting the WNA’s Legislative Action Center, and by signing up to receive updates.
OPPORTUNITIES & ANNOUNCEMENTS
MLINC Invites Applications for 2009-2010 Marquette Strategic Analysis
Is your Wisconsin nonprofit interested in seeking the benefits of the Marquette Strategic Analysis for nonprofits? One Wisconsin nonprofit will be selected to receive a free comprehensive strategic analysis, review of legal documents, and marketing and fundraising consultation. The deadline for applications is July 10, 2009.
Nominations Solicited for 2009 Good Grant Award ($5,000)
The Donors Forum of Wisconsin is soliciting nominations for the 2009 Good Grant Award, sponsored by Rockwell Automation, to honor funders and grantees who have demonstrated leadership through a creative partnership. The deadline for nominations is July 15, 2009.
SAVE THE DATE
Diana Aviv to Speak at Donors Forum Luncheon, September 11
In place of its annual daylong conference for grantmakers and grantseekers, the Donors Forum of Wisconsin is hosting a luncheon on September 11, to celebrate the National Day of Service and Remembrance. The luncheon will feature a keynote presentation, ”Fashioning a Path to a More Sustainable Future,” by Independent Sector President and CEO Diana Aviv. Ms. Aviv is a leading national and international speaker on emerging trends within the nonprofit sector, public policies affecting charities and foundations, and the role of civil society in democracy.
UW-Parkside Nonprofit Board Development Conference, September 22
This annual conference will be held on September 22, 2009 from 3-8:30 p.m. Featured topics will include fundraising, working with consultants, hiring and working with volunteers, reading and understanding financial statements, technology, and more. For more information, contact Emily Bach at bach@uwp.edu or (262) 595-2018.
October 22: The Role of Civil Society and the Private Sector Working with the United Nations
The League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County is sponsoring a special event in honor of United Nations Day. Dr. Louise Kantrow, member of the International Chamber of Commerce and its permanent delegate to the UN, will be the dinner speaker, followed by a panel discussion. For more information call 414-342-0883.
UPCOMING TRAINING AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
BoardStar
Sign up with BoardStar, an initiative of the Nonprofit Management Fund, to get notification of free weekly podcasts about matters of interest to nonprofit board directors.
Recent podcasts include:
Learning Outside the Board Room, with Barb Knopf
Making Meetings Work, with Mary Wacker, MB Wacker Associates
Web of Wealth: Thinking Creatively about Your Nonprofit Organization’s Community Connections, with Sam Macklem
Calendar of Nonprofit Training and Learning Events
Visit the Portal Calendar to learn about upcoming workshops, conferences and other training and learning events. Some upcoming highlights:
July 14—Tips for Nonprofits in the Current Economic Crisis: Mergers, Joint Ventures, Generating Income, Reducing Labor Costs, Dissolution, etc.—M-LINC and the Nonprofit Center of Milwaukee
July 15—Improving Annual Fundraising Results—Nonprofit Center of Milwaukee
July 23—(Board) Treasurer’s Tutorial—BoardStar
Learn about these offerings and more on the Nonprofit Portal Calendar.
JOBS THAT SERVE
Jobs that Serve is an online job listing service for nonprofits only, managed by the Nonprofit Center of Milwaukee.
Posting a job is easy, fast and affordable.
There is no charge for job seekers.
Recent postings include:
Community Outreach Specialist (YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee)
Administrative Assistant (Greater Milwaukee Foundation)
Loan Officer (Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation)
Development Associate (Community Advocates, Inc.)
Data Management and Evaluation Specialist (VISTA) (Select Milwaukee)
Find more information about these and other positions at Jobs That Serve.
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THE NONPROFIT PORTAL OF GREATER MILWAUKEE
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