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This program introduces the key concepts and critical management components for all nonprofit organizations. From fundraising and board development, to volunteer management and program evaluation, this comprehensive series of courses is designed for anyone interested in launching a nonprofit organization or assisting in your own professional growth. Questions: Please email EllisL@middlesex.mass.edu
Introduction to the Nonprofit
The nonprofit sector is unique in its challenges and opportunities, and one of the fastest
growing service sectors in the country. Whether you’ve been exploring how to create
your own nonprofit organization, looking for a job or hoping to move into an upper
level management position, or seeking to increase your professional competency this
course will introduce the core components of a nonprofit’s business plan, best management
practices, and the required legal and financial path towards building a solid foundation
for individual and organizational success. You will also gain an understanding of
the historical significance of the sector, as well as exposure to its current evolution
and emerging trends. $55 (3 hours)
09/14 6:00pm - 9:00pm Monday
WEB Course
Course Number: CAR 912 30 CRN: 18004 Professor:
GLATT
Nonprofit Theory of Change
In this workshop for senior leaders and program managers, Sarah Glatt of Paper Crane
Associates will share her observations gleaned from her extensive experience collaborating
with organizations on their strategic planning and program development efforts and
lay out why she sees theories of change as “hidden gems,” how theories of changes
are used, and how they are created. Then in this interactive workshop, participants
will work together to begin developing a theory of change for their organization or
program. $55 (3 hours)
09/21 6:00pm - 9:00pm Monday
WEB Course
Course Number: CAR 937 75 CRN: 18145 Professor: GLATT
Nonprofit Financial
Reading and preparing a non-profit’s financial documents is fundamental to fiscal
responsibility and to understanding the overall health of the organization. This course
will discuss how to develop and maintain an annual budget, establish sound accounting
practices, prepare key financial statements, balance cash flow, and understand both
the power and limitations of how these numbers can help you monitor performance and
articulate impact. $55 (3 hours)
09/28 6:00pm - 9:00pm Monday
WEB Course
Course Number: 914 30 CRN: 18007 Professor: GLATT
Nonprofit Board Governance
Nonprofit boards have responsibilities to the nonprofits they serve. How should you translate the role & responsibilities of the board into individual responsibilities of each board member? In this course we will explore concepts like board development and engagement, board committees, legal issues in the nonprofit sector, leadership and conflict resolution, and meeting management. $55 (3 hours)
10/05 6:00pm - 9:00pm Monday
WEB Course
Course Number: CAR 916 75 CRN: 18142 Professor: GLATT
Program Development & Evaluation
Developing programs which are clearly and closely tied to the organization’s mission, vision and theory of change, as well as community needs, is a pillar of organizational success. At the same time, program evaluations that assess the activities undertaken during the project and provides a rigorous understanding of the program’s impact, providing critical information for refining the program and assessing the program’s effectiveness. $99 ( 6 hours)
10/19 - 10/26 6:00pm - 9:00pm Monday
WEB Course
Course Number: CAR 918 75 CRN: 18144 Professor: GLATT
Nonprofit Fundraising
Being able to successfully raise money and bring in the necessary resources to fulfill
your organization’s mission is essential. This begins with the development of an informed
and strategic fundraising plan. Learn tips, tricks and tools to maximize your time
and organizational capacity while establishing a culture of philanthropy at your organization.
This course covers membership development, grant writing and reporting, special events,
annual funds, corporate and foundation relations, major gifts, and planned giving.
$99 (6 hours)
11/02 - 11/09 6:00pm - 9:00pm Monday
WEB Course
Course Number: CAR 913 30 CRN: 18005 Professor: GLATT
Building Your Base of Supporters
Engaging stakeholders such as volunteers, members, and donors is an essential skill
for nonprofit organizations. Unfortunately, this process is often undeveloped and
overlooked. In this course, we will build our understanding of how to engage individual
volunteers, members, and donors more deeply and more consistently. (6 hours) $99
11/16 - 11/23 6:00pm - 9:00pm Monday
WEB Course
Course Number: CAR 917 75 CRN: 18143 Professor:
GLATT
Lifecycle Strategic Planning
Planning for the long-term growth and sustainability of an organization begins with
setting realistic goals and establishing the metrics for accomplishment. Yet developing
a strategic plan or launching a capital campaign can be the most rewarding and overwhelming
project an organization embarks upon. It is critical to fully understand these processes
in order to ensure effective use of valuable time and resources before making significant
investments of either. This course will introduce topics such as logic model, theory
of change, understanding stakeholder groups, and feasibility studies. $99 (6 hours)
11/30 - 12/07 6:00pm - 9:00pm Monday
WEB Course
Course Number: CAR 915 30 CRN: 18009 Professor: GLATT