Evaluation 101
This is created as a 4-part virtual workshop series to become a more data-informed organization. Participants have the ability to participate in the training subjects that interest you and your organization.
This is created as a 4-part virtual workshop series to become a more data-informed organization. Participants have the ability to participate in the training subjects that interest you and your organization.
This training series on financial management is designed to equip individuals and organizations with the necessary skills to understand, interpret and navigate financial reports and processes.
As a donor, do you ever question whether your donations are having the impact you expect? Do you often feel like you are just writing checks to organizations because they asked or because it makes you feel good?
Over the past eight years, our program, Giving for Impact, has made a tremendous difference in how people donate and partner with nonprofits.
What is it? (Topics) Mastering Core Financial Statements Budgeting and Cash Flow Management Practical Techniques for Accurate Budgeting Integrating Forecasting into Monthly Routines Developing Long-Term Financial Plans Software and Tools for Financial Processes Structuring Financial Responsibilities and Building Efficient Routines Preparing for Audits and 990 Compliance Effective Board Financial Management Who should attend? Nonprofit Directors Highly recommended for Board Chairs and Executive Committee Members! What will change? By the end of this workshop, nonprofit leaders will gain actionable skills, practical resources, and a clear framework to manage their finances confidently, enabling informed decision-making and leading their organizations toward a prosperous, impactful future!
This dynamic two day event is designed to empower project teams and individuals with the tools, expertise, and connections needed to transform their innovative ideas into actional community engagement initiatives. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in interactive workshops on understanding community needs, sustainable project design, effective story telling & communication, financial planning & project budgeting and goal setting & assessment techniques. These workshops will be lead by subject-matter experts from higher education, nonprofits, grant-making organizations, entrepreneurs, and business leaders. Attendees will register as individuals, but have the option to attend the event as part of a project team (must consist of at least one representative from a CEA member campus and community partner). Attendees who register as part of a project team will have the option to compete in a pitch competition. Winners of the pitch competition will receive a $5,000 CEA grant to fund their project idea! Regardless of whether you plan to attend as part of a project team, this will be a great opportunity to network, develop connections with community partners and individuals in higher education, learn how create a project that is attractive to potential funders, and conduct your project in a way that […]
Participants will have the confidence to use SAVI and to provide limited technical assistance to others on the mechanics of SAVI, as well as the basics of data literacy, pitfalls, sense-making, storytelling, and informed decision-making.