Nonprofit governance needs to change and evolve. Boards have long been at the heart of the nonprofit model, but what else is in the governance ecosystem? How can nonprofits shape governance systems that are unique and responsive to their nuanced circumstances? At their best, boards provide community accountability for nonprofits, and help unlock community support for […]
We invite you to the 2022 Annual Member Meeting, which will be held virtually from noon to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, September 27th. Please register at least one person from your organization to take part in this annual convening of MNA members to review the state of the association, look ahead to 2023, and elect a […]
Is Managing Employees Making your Job Harder? Join us monthly over lunch for only 1 hour! We promise to give practical and real-world advice! Below is a complete list of courses and dates:Tuesday, March 22 – School Overview: Navigating HR in MontanaWednesday, March 23 – Ten Steps to Successful HiringWednesday, April 27 – Employee Attendance & […]
Do you have the skills you need to succeed in your career? If not, what should you do? In this session, we’ll walk through Tech Impact’s Technology Skill Map and show you how to use it to: Learn about the skills experts consider important for nonprofit fundraising, marketing, and communications staff.Evaluate your current skills and […]
The Center for Community Ownership is proud to once again be hosting acclaimed economist, author and attorney, Michael Shuman - author of Put Your Money Where Your Life Is. Michael’s four-part online Local Investing in Montana Workshop Series will teach Montanans how we can use our power as local investors to transform economies across the […]
The end-of-year fundraising push is one of the most important sources of income for nonprofits. And it’s right around the corner! This workshop will guide you through planning, crafting, and executing your best Annual Appeal yet. This is a two-part series, hosted on September 14 and October 5. In the first session, we’ll discuss: Best […]
If it has anything to do with money and management, its fair game for this group. Join MNA and its members each month as we discuss all things finance. Bring your questions, bring your knowledge, and “sharpen your pencil” in leading the financial perspective of your organization. The first four-plus months will have conversations focused […]
Canva is a flexible, easy-to-use tool that empowers non-profits to create compelling designs. Having the ability to create visually impactful designs on-the-fly can elevate all your organization's communications. After this 3-part course, your organization will have the skills to create posters, email and web graphics, social posts, infographics, and presentations. We'll cover adding your brand […]
Join this monthly cohort call for nonprofit managers and non-executive directors interested in building community, exploring best practices, and learning together. First Thursday of every month at 10:00 AM
This class provides you with essential money management skills to help you navigate your complex financial world. In our free, statewide financial skill building class you will learn to: • Quickly adapt to income or expense changes • Build solid financial judgment • Address credit and debt challenges • Gain financial independence by creating a […]
What You’ll Learn Throughout the Accelerator experience, participants will be invited to: Discover personal strengths as a manager Deepen knowledge of nonprofit management fundamentals and responsibilities Connect with peers across the state This program is built on our Nonprofit Management Fundamentals. Participants will be introduced to these fundamentals, explore them within the cohort, and be prepared to practice and master them throughout […]
The Center for Community Ownership is proud to once again be hosting acclaimed economist, author and attorney, Michael Shuman - author of Put Your Money Where Your Life Is. Michael’s four-part online Local Investing in Montana Workshop Series will teach Montanans how we can use our power as local investors to transform economies across the […]
How to direct unemployment overpayments back to your nonprofit before it's too late. Historically, employer unemployment costs increase for years following periods of high claim levels, regardless of whether an employer experienced claims or not. Attend this free webinar to learn how to reduce the impact recent and upcoming Montana cost increases will have on […]
Join MNA on a six-week course to sharpen your ability to lead the financial management of your organization. From budgeting to cash management, cost/benefit analysis, and more, you will learn best-practice fundamentals to lead your organization with confidence. Additionally, MNA will provide you with a comprehensive set of Excel tools to simplify and enhance your […]
Built for Board Leadership (Chairs, Presidents, VPs, Treasurers, Secretaries) this monthly call will be time well spent connecting with other leaders across the state, exploring best practices in board leadership, and problem solving common board hurdles. Second Wednesday of Every Month at 10:00 AM
Join the monthly Executive Director call to connect with your peers, learn from experts in the field, and build community. This call is for CEO’s and Executive Directors in Montana with over two years of experience. Second Thursday of every month at 9:00 AM
Canva is a flexible, easy-to-use tool that empowers non-profits to create compelling designs. Having the ability to create visually impactful designs on-the-fly can elevate all your organization's communications. After this 3-part course, your organization will have the skills to create posters, email and web graphics, social posts, infographics, and presentations. We'll cover adding your brand […]
Join the monthly Comms & Marketing call to connect with peers, learn from experts, gain insights and resources, and build community. This is a group specifically for nonprofit professionals working in marketing and communications, whether it's in your job title or not. Second Thursday of every month at 10:00 am.
All you need to know to prepare for a successful session and year. Join MNA for this three part series to prepare you and your organization to effectively and legally advocate and lobby during the 2023 Montana Legislative session. Sessions & Objectives October 13 Planning for the legislative session and connecting with candidates The election […]
With unemployment at record lows, many of Montanans are asking, “Where are the Workers?” This workshop discusses the long-term demographic trends driving the labor shortage, as well as barriers that may need to be addressed to engage more workers. Join Montana Department of Labor Senior Economist Nicholas Holom to better understand changing and accelerated trends […]
What You’ll Learn Throughout the Accelerator experience, participants will be invited to: Discover personal strengths as a manager Deepen knowledge of nonprofit management fundamentals and responsibilities Connect with peers across the state This program is built on our Nonprofit Management Fundamentals. Participants will be introduced to these fundamentals, explore them within the cohort, and be prepared to practice and master them throughout […]
The Center for Community Ownership is proud to once again be hosting acclaimed economist, author and attorney, Michael Shuman - author of Put Your Money Where Your Life Is. Michael’s four-part online Local Investing in Montana Workshop Series will teach Montanans how we can use our power as local investors to transform economies across the […]
Join MNA on a six-week course to sharpen your ability to lead the financial management of your organization. From budgeting to cash management, cost/benefit analysis, and more, you will learn best-practice fundamentals to lead your organization with confidence. Additionally, MNA will provide you with a comprehensive set of Excel tools to simplify and enhance your […]
Power Up Your Nonprofit: Create your Business, Financial, Fundraising & Marketing PlanThis class is co-hosted with the One Valley Community FoundationOctober 20, 27, November 3, 10 Register here: https://mtsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/5357 This four session course has been specifically designed for individuals who are brand new to the non-profit sector wanting to start a new non-profit. This course […]
Canva is a flexible, easy-to-use tool that empowers non-profits to create compelling designs. Having the ability to create visually impactful designs on-the-fly can elevate all your organization's communications. After this 3-part course, your organization will have the skills to create posters, email and web graphics, social posts, infographics, and presentations. We'll cover adding your brand […]
No matter where you are on your journey to homeownership, our nationally certified homebuyer class is for you. In this class you will learn how to: • Select a lender • Determine what you can afford • Use your credit wisely • Distinguish between different types of loans • Understand home inspections and insurance • […]
What You’ll Learn Throughout the Accelerator experience, participants will be invited to: Discover personal strengths as a manager Deepen knowledge of nonprofit management fundamentals and responsibilities Connect with peers across the state This program is built on our Nonprofit Management Fundamentals. Participants will be introduced to these fundamentals, explore them within the cohort, and be prepared to practice and master them throughout […]
The Center for Community Ownership is proud to once again be hosting acclaimed economist, author and attorney, Michael Shuman - author of Put Your Money Where Your Life Is. Michael’s four-part online Local Investing in Montana Workshop Series will teach Montanans how we can use our power as local investors to transform economies across the […]
Join MNA on a six-week course to sharpen your ability to lead the financial management of your organization. From budgeting to cash management, cost/benefit analysis, and more, you will learn best-practice fundamentals to lead your organization with confidence. Additionally, MNA will provide you with a comprehensive set of Excel tools to simplify and enhance your […]
Is Managing Employees Making your Job Harder? Join us monthly over lunch for only 1 hour! We promise to give practical and real-world advice! Below is a complete list of courses and dates:Tuesday, March 22 – School Overview: Navigating HR in MontanaWednesday, March 23 – Ten Steps to Successful HiringWednesday, April 27 – Employee Attendance & […]
The Montana Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals proudly presents “The ABC’s of Planned Giving: A Summit for Fundraising Professionals”. This multi-session program includes keynote Sally Schaeffer who will share the latest news about the Legacy IRA Act, as well as several front-line practitioners from across the state who are leaders in the field […]
Join the monthly Development Staff call to connect with your peers, learn from experts in the field, and build community. This call is for anyone working primarily in development at nonprofits in Montana, or those foraying into fundraising. Fourth Thursday of every month at 9:00 AM
As nonprofit professionals, we have the privilege of making choices about the language we use—whether in grant proposals, donor materials, or other external communications. Too often, we speak in generalizations or euphemisms to describe groups of people. Using shortcuts can dehumanize and oversimplify the very groups we aim to serve. However, we can work to […]
All you need to know to prepare for a successful session and year. Join MNA for this three part series to prepare you and your organization to effectively and legally advocate and lobby during the 2023 Montana Legislative session. Sessions & Objectives October 13 Planning for the legislative session and connecting with candidates The election […]
This class provides you with essential money management skills to help you navigate your complex financial world. In our free, statewide financial skill building class you will learn to: • Quickly adapt to income or expense changes• Build solid financial judgment• Address credit and debt challenges• Gain financial independence by creating a savings and investment […]
What You’ll Learn Throughout the Accelerator experience, participants will be invited to: Discover personal strengths as a manager Deepen knowledge of nonprofit management fundamentals and responsibilities Connect with peers across the state This program is built on our Nonprofit Management Fundamentals. Participants will be introduced to these fundamentals, explore them within the cohort, and be prepared to practice and master them throughout […]
Join MNA on a six-week course to sharpen your ability to lead the financial management of your organization. From budgeting to cash management, cost/benefit analysis, and more, you will learn best-practice fundamentals to lead your organization with confidence. Additionally, MNA will provide you with a comprehensive set of Excel tools to simplify and enhance your […]
If it has anything to do with money and management, its fair game for this group. Join MNA and its members each month as we discuss all things finance. Bring your questions, bring your knowledge, and “sharpen your pencil” in leading the financial perspective of your organization. The first four-plus months will have conversations focused […]
Join this monthly cohort call for nonprofit managers and non-executive directors interested in building community, exploring best practices, and learning together. First Thursday of every month at 10:00 AM
When MNA piloted the 4-day workweek, we had access to the Smart Workweek Comprehensive Program for Teams. Smart Workweek is a company focused on helping teams transition to a 4-day work week, and this Program was an invaluable resource for us. Join Banks Benitez, founder of Smart Workweek to discuss best practices in piloting a […]