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Understanding when and how to enter a major campaign requires careful planning, leadership, and resources. In this session we will look at all the variables for planning and implementing a successful campaign. Learning Objectives: Describe the steps in a campaign feasibility study Understand how to objectively stratify your organization’s donor base in preparation for a […]
How to make sure you have the right people in the room for event night success and future donor cultivation. Learning Objectives: Leading with Mission – everyone knows why they are attending the event and how they can help, BEFORE the event Having the right revenue enhancers at your event - ROI Attendee stewardship before, […]
Nationally donor retention rates are in the tank and the development office is at its highest turnover in nonprofit history. Let’s explore the varied elements that impact your retention story and who is responsible for it anyway. Learning Objectives: Understand your numbers and how to track and report them for benchmarking Learn how to build […]
What is your pipeline to cultivating and requesting major gifts for your organization? How do you begin to secure a plan and move a donor forward to making a major gift? Learning Objectives: Fill your pipeline with the right people Identify and develop your cultivation plan and keep it on track Establish a purpose and goals […]
The Nonprofit Management Certificate Program is a cohort of seven full-day sessions that provide in-depth instruction on the key components of the operations of a nonprofit. As a cohort, students learn together what it takes to operate a nonprofit organization in a rapidly changing environment. A mix of theory and practice, the certificate program covers […]
Beyond managing a donor-centered fundraising program is the leader’s ability to be strategic. A strategic leader can express a strategic vision for their organization, project, or specific area of influence and motivate others to acquire that vision. Developing a culture of philanthropy for an organization requires strategic thinking that will further fundraising outcomes through cross-functional teamwork - a necessary component for […]
Refresh and elevate your volunteer program with CNM’s signature The Volunteer Management Certificate. This program is ideal for individuals new to the field or for those wanting to boost their confidence in engaging volunteers. This certificate includes three days of personalized instruction on the critical elements for creating a robust and welcoming volunteer program. The […]
Engaging and motivating your board is important work that's worth your thought and time. However, working with board members can be intimidating or overwhelming, leaving you unsure of how to relate or where to start. This session will help you understand the board's responsibility for fundraising and discover new ways to engage them in the […]
When you're part of a small organization and hold responsibility for everything in development from annual giving to planned giving, it can be a challenge to keep all the plates spinning at once. Things inevitably get put on the back burner sometimes. This session will help you discover ways to manage the myriad tasks of […]
The Program Leader Certificate is designed for those leading and managing program departments for nonprofit organizations. The purpose is to help program managers gain a better understanding of their communication styles as well as the styles of those they manage, learn effective management and leadership skills, and how to guide data-driven, strategic program initiatives. Course […]
Foundations and other Grantmakers can be excellent prospects for funding the work of your organization. With more than 200,000 foundations in the U.S. and 11,000 in Texas, where do you begin to find the ones whose purposes align with your organization’s mission? How do you approach them? This session will help you gain a solid […]
You are needed daily. Every moment you spend balancing the demands of fundraising employs your unique gifts, skills, and knowledge. This session considers the success factors concerning leadership self-awareness and management styles that influence you. Bringing your own self to the art of fundraising is a measure of your success. Learning Objectives: Lead with strength […]
The CNM Funders Forum is your opportunity to interact with leaders of prominent local organizations and learn what they look for when funding nonprofits! Representing the Wells Fargo Foundation, The Hoglund Foundation, and Texas Health Resources, our highly qualified and experienced panel will share their funding priorities and processes, as well as exclusive insights to […]
In today’s world, we have so many ways to connect with donors. But, are you truly connecting? It’s the simple art of communication that helps you stand apart in our message-filled world. Gain insight, new skills, and techniques to make an impression that lasts. Learning Objectives: Learn the key elements of building a professional connection Utilize the 3 R's […]
Foundations and other Grantmakers can be excellent prospects for funding the work of your organization. With more than 200,000 foundations in the U.S. and 11,000 in Texas, where do you begin to find the ones whose purposes align with your organization’s mission? How do you approach them? This session will help you gain a solid […]
Take your knowledge and practice of relational fundraising to a new level. This session provides background information to help you better understand the critical elements of fundraising, including the donor cycle - cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship - and how these practices work together to create a meaningful change in mindset for you, your donor, and […]
The Nonprofit Management Certificate Program is a cohort of seven full-day sessions that provide in-depth instruction on the key components of the operations of a nonprofit. As a cohort, students learn together what it takes to operate a nonprofit organization in a rapidly changing environment. A mix of theory and practice, the certificate program covers […]
Foundations and other grantmakers can be excellent prospects for funding the work of your organization. With more than 200,000 foundations in the U.S. and 11,000 in Texas, it can be difficult to know where to find the ones whose priorities align with your mission and how to approach the ones that do. This seminar will […]
CNM is offering a brand new series focused on Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Apps (Docs, Sheets, Slides). This series will help nonprofit professionals of all technology comfort levels brush up their skills and use these applications to their fullest extent. Each series will have a class for Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced learners. […]
CNM is offering a brand new series focused on Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Apps (Docs, Sheets, Slides). This series will help nonprofit professionals of all technology comfort levels brush up their skills and use these applications to their fullest extent. Each series will have a class for Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced. You […]
A strategic leader can express a vision for their organization, project, or specific area of influence and motivate others to acquire that vision. Developing a culture of philanthropy for an organization requires strategic thinking that will further fundraising outcomes through cross-functional teamwork. This course will explore the attributes of strategic leadership and address how to […]
There are so many ways to connect with donors in today’s world, and the simple art of communication can help you stand apart. This session will help you gain insight, new skills, and techniques to make an impression that lasts. Learning Objectives: Learn the key elements of building a professional connection. Utilize the 3 R’s […]
CNM is offering a brand new series focused on Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Apps (Docs, Sheets, Slides). This series will help nonprofit professionals of all technology comfort levels brush up their skills and use these applications to their fullest extent. Each series will have a class for Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced. You […]
The focus of this course is to give confidence to anyone who deals with a variety of HR issues in the workplace. We’ll cover the basic employment laws without the legal jargon, explore best practices in the employee life cycle, and find resources for those more difficult situations. This three-day program is highly engaging and […]
Identifying donors may pose challenges, and once identified, developing a plan to guide them toward making major gifts can be equally daunting. This class aims to equip you with the skills to cultivate a donor network and guide you in making successful major gift requests for your organization. Learning Objectives: Fill your pipeline with the […]
Engaging and motivating the board is crucial to your organization’s fund development. However, this can be intimidating or overwhelming, leaving you unsure of how to relate or where to start. This session will help you understand the board’s responsibility for fundraising and discover new ways to for staff leadership to engage in the work of […]
The Nonprofit Management Certificate Program is a cohort of seven full-day sessions that provide in-depth instruction on the key components of the operations of a nonprofit. As a cohort, students learn together what it takes to operate a nonprofit organization in a rapidly changing environment. A mix of theory and practice, the certificate program covers […]
Foundations and other grantmakers can be excellent prospects for funding the work of your organization. With more than 200,000 foundations in the U.S. and 11,000 in Texas, it can be difficult to know where to find the ones whose priorities align with your mission and how to approach the ones that do. This seminar will […]
Nationally, nonprofits are having a hard time retaining donors and the development office is at its highest turnover in nonprofit history. Let us explore the varied elements that impact your retention story. Learning Objectives: Understand your numbers and how to track and report them for benchmarking. Learn how to build a unique matrix for your […]
The Nonprofit Management Certificate Program is a cohort of seven full-day sessions that provide in-depth instruction on the key components of the operations of a nonprofit. As a cohort, students learn together what it takes to operate a nonprofit organization in a rapidly changing environment. A mix of theory and practice, the certificate program covers […]
When you are part of a small organization and hold responsibility for everything in development from annual giving to planned giving, it can be a challenge to keep all the plates spinning at once. This session will help you discover ways to manage the myriad tasks of running a small shop while also growing your […]
The CNM Funders Forum is your opportunity to interact with leaders of prominent local organizations and learn what they look for when funding nonprofits! Representing The Addy Foundation, Bread Financial, and Hoblitzelle Foundation, our highly qualified and experienced panel will share their funding priorities and processes, as well as exclusive insights to help with your […]
Every organization has intrinsic value and underutilized assets that are appealing to business partners and donors. Learn to identify those opportunities in your organization and create a plan for a multi-faceted fund development program, blending contributed and earned revenues to support your annual budget. Learning Objectives: Move beyond special events sponsorships to establish ongoing relationships […]
CNM and Charles Schwab Bank partner to offer nonprofits four half-day sessions on financial basics and best practices. Nonprofit professionals will get acquainted with accrual accounting, become pros at financial statements, learn how to process different types of donations, and expertly tackle a Form 990. Course Outline: Accounting Basics Introduction to accrual accounting Introduction and […]
Foundations and other Grantmakers can be excellent prospects for funding the work of your organization. With more than 200,000 foundations in the U.S. and 11,000 in Texas, where do you begin to find the ones whose purposes align with your organization’s mission? How do you approach them? This session will help you gain a solid […]
The Program Leader Certificate is designed for those leading and managing program departments for nonprofit organizations. The purpose is to help program managers gain a better understanding of their leadership style and how to strengthen trust in their department. They will also learn effective management and leadership skills, as well as guide data-driven, strategic program […]
CNM is offering a brand new series focused on Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Apps (Docs, Sheets, Slides). This series will help nonprofit professionals of all technology comfort levels brush up their skills and use these applications to their fullest extent. Each series will have a class for Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced learners. […]
To make an event a success, you need the right people in the right room. However, donor cultivation doesn’t just end with an invite. This course will guide you on how to create the right event for the right people to enhance your fund development program. Learning Objectives: Leading with Mission – everyone knows why […]
CNM is offering a brand new series focused on Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Apps (Docs, Sheets, Slides). This series will help nonprofit professionals of all technology comfort levels brush up their skills and use these applications to their fullest extent. Each series will have a class for Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced. You […]
Refresh and elevate your volunteer program with CNM’s signature The Volunteer Management Certificate. This program is ideal for individuals new to the field or for those wanting to boost their confidence in engaging volunteers. This certificate includes three days of personalized instruction on the critical elements for creating a robust and welcoming volunteer program. The […]
Understanding when and how to enter a major campaign requires careful planning, leadership, and resources. In this session, we will look at all the variables for planning and implementing a successful campaign. Learning Objectives: Learn the steps of a campaign feasibility study. Understand how to objectively stratify your organization’s donor base in preparation for a […]
CNM is offering a brand new series focused on Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Apps (Docs, Sheets, Slides). This series will help nonprofit professionals of all technology comfort levels brush up their skills and use these applications to their fullest extent. Each series will have a class for Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced. You […]
The focus of this course is to give confidence to anyone who deals with a variety of HR issues in the workplace. We’ll cover the basic employment laws without the legal jargon, explore best practices in the employee life cycle, and find resources for those more difficult situations. This three-day program is highly engaging and […]
The CNM Funders Forum is your opportunity to interact with leaders of prominent local organizations and learn what they look for when funding nonprofits! Representing Charles Schwab Bank, Ryan Foundation, and Texas Health Resources, our highly qualified and experienced panel will share their funding priorities and processes, as well as exclusive insights to help with […]
In this session, we will look at the art and science of how donors connect to an organization initially and why they stay. From acquiring a donor to securing a planned gift, the steps of the donor life cycle are something every fundraiser should be familiar with. Learning Objectives: Name the activities with each of […]
The Nonprofit Management Certificate Program is a cohort of seven full-day sessions that provide in-depth instruction on the key components of the operations of a nonprofit. As a cohort, students learn together what it takes to operate a nonprofit organization in a rapidly changing environment. A mix of theory and practice, the certificate program covers […]
Are you a long-time leader of an organization or board member passionate about ensuring the sustainability of your organization? In partnership with CNM and Charles Schwab Bank, create a practical and actionable leadership continuity plan that will prepare and guide your organization through future leadership transitions. Don't let the fear of change bind your impact […]
The Program Leader Certificate is designed for those leading and managing program departments for nonprofit organizations. The purpose is to help program managers gain a better understanding of their leadership style and how to strengthen trust in their department. They will also learn effective management and leadership skills, as well as guide data-driven, strategic program […]
A culture of philanthropy happens when everyone in an organization understands the importance of fund development and has a role in encouraging it. This session will help you assess your organization’s culture of philanthropy and find ways to help increase it among your staff and board. Learning Objectives: Understand “textbook” definitions of a culture of […]
Take your knowledge and practice of relational fundraising to a new level. This session provides background information to help you better understand the critical elements of fundraising, including the donor cycle - cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship - and how these practices work together to create a meaningful change in mindset for you, your donor, and […]
For over 40 years, CNM has helped strengthen nonprofits by offering them affordable professional development and management consulting services. In early 2015, we broadened our mission to strengthen communities by working with nonprofits and other stakeholders to focus on results through strategic management and data expertise and leading-edge technology.
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