Upcoming Events & Training

From Audit to Redesign: The Complete Nonprofit Website Toolkit   Five, Live, 90-Minute Sessions. June 4th - July 2nd, 2013  NYCON Members: $140; Non-Members: $200 Members can use code "NYCON2013" to get the discount. Membership will be verified. Non-members will be charged $200 for this webinar series.]  Register Now    Can you remember when your organization's website was designed? Can  your supporters and constituents navigate and find the information they need? Can your staff members easily create or update content on your website? If you answered no to any of those questions, it might be time to bring that website into the 21st Century.  Over five Tuesdays in June and July, join Idealware as they walk you through Website 101, review best practices for accessibility, mobile-optimized sites, and reinforcing your organization's online brand. They'll also take a look at the content management systems (CMS) that can give even your least tech-savvy staff members the tools to update website content themselves. Finally, they'll talk about how your website content works alongside your email, direct mail, and social media efforts to create your organization's communications mix. Takeaways from the course: Define goals for how your website will serve your audience Learn best practices for designing an accessible, usable, and polished website Compare your content management system (CMS) options How to make sure your website shows up well on search engines  Create your organization's website action plan with next steps and action items for an improvement process Brought to you through a partnership between the New York Council of Nonprofits and Idealware. Five, Live, 90-Minute Sessions. June 4th - July 2nd, 2013  NYCON Members: $140; Non-Members: $200 Members can use code "NYCON2013" to get the discount. Membership will be verified. Non-members will be charged $200 for this webinar series.] Register Now Social Media Myth Busting: If You Build It,  Will They Come?  [Lunch & Learn Webinar] June 14th, 2013 11:00am to 12:30pm Presented by Andrew Marietta, Regional Manager, Central NY Office, NYCON and Valerie Venezia, Vice President, Membership & Marketing, NYCON Free for NYCON Members Only Register Sometimes it seems like there's a new hot social media tool launched every day of the week. Figuring out what these tools do, how our nonprofit should use them, and frankly, if you need to use these tools can boggle anyone's mind. As busy nonprofit staff and board members we need to know what specific tool do we use for our specific goals? How do we measure success? This webinar will help cut through the clutter of social media mayhem and help you simplify, refocus, and target social media tools based on organizational needs and a focused message (and maybe even some actual metrics!)  Register  Workers Comp Issues for Nonprofit Arts Organizations [Webinar for NYSCA Grantees]  Friday, June 21, 2013 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM (EDT) Presented by Frederic J. Buse, Managing Director, Schwartz Heslin Group, Former Director of Unemployment Insurance, NYS; Department of Labor and Michael West, Esq. Legal Advisor, New York Council of Nonprofits, Inc. Register Now Virtually all employers in New York State - including nonprofit employers - must provide workers' compensation coverage for their employees. For many nonprofit arts organizations specifically the world of workers comp gets, well, more complicated. Many organizations have seasonal, time delimited or specialized artistic talent working on projects, shows, performances or exhibits. Determining who should and shouldn't be covered is a priority for arts organizations and can save time, money and legal wrangling down the line. This webinar will cover the details of workers comp as it applies to the special needs of nonprofit arts groups, how to determine "employee" status and risks of not properly defining employment status. We will also be discussing recent trends in New York State in regard to workers comp. Register Now  Camp Finance 2013: Rethink, Retool & Reboot! Preparing for Better Days Ahead October 10th & 11th, 2013    New Paltz, NY Register Now with Memorial Day Discount Codes We're kicking off the summer with savings! From now until May 31st take $40 off your CAMP FINANCE single occupancy registration with codeMEMDAY1. Or take $20  off your double occupancy registration with code MEMDAY2. Click here for more information on what CAMP FINANCE will be offering this year, including details on our newly announced Keynote Speaker Dan Pollatta, author of   Dan Pallotta, Author,  Camp Finance Keynote Speaker "Uncharitable" and "Charity Case. "Dan's Keynote, titled after his first book "Uncharitable," challenges the way we've always been taught to think about charity and change. If we changed the way we think about charity, Dan argues, charity could change the world. This is a keynote you do not want to miss.  Take advantage of the savings now. And remember you can use the code for each staff or board member you register. If you do, you'll be celebrating again when October rolls around and you're packing your bags to join us at CAMP FINANCE. To take advantage of this offer please CLICK HERE and enter code MEMDAY1 (for a single occupancy registration) or MEMDAY2 (for a double occupancy registration) before 5pm on Friday, May 31st. Other Upcoming Trainings of Interest to NYCON Members Webinars from IDEALWARE NYCON Members Receive 20% off with code NYCON2013When Registering. Membership will be verified and non-members will be charged $40. Measuring Your Mission: Using Data to Track Organizational Health and Success May 30, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Eastern. $40.00 Getting Started with Online Conferencing and Seminar Tools  June 6, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Eastern. $40.00 Thursday, June 6th, 1:00 - 2:30 EST Getting Started with Social Media Fundraising June 27, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Eastern. $40.00 Free Fundraising, Marketing & Social Media Webinars from NETWORK FOR GOOD June 4 1 p.m. EST           Nonprofit 911:   Free Marketing Resources for Your Nonprofit REGISTER   MIss a Recent Webinar? Check Out Some of Our Recordings Free Educational & Member Benefits Spotlights For All Members of NYCON: NYCON Membership Benefits - Overview  [Benefits Spotlight] Budget & Cash Flow Tool Kits Webinar  [Benefits Spotlight] Employee Benefits Packages - Overview  [Lunch & Learn] The Art & Science of Board Decision Making: Document!  Free Educational Webinars Designed for Members Funded by NYSCA:  How to be a Fiscally Compliant Arts Organization  Governance Vs. Management: A Webinar for Nonprofit Arts Organizations  Managing Cash Flow for Arts Organizations  Strategic Planning for Arts Organizations  Employees vs. Independent Contractors: Roles, Rules & Risks

Job Opening, The Christian Neighborhood Center of Norwich, Inc.

The Christian Neighborhood Center of Norwich, Inc., d/b/a “The Place”, is seeking anExecutive Director to provide leadership consistent with The Place’s vision to provide a community environment where children, young adults, & families are nurtured, affirmed & celebrated.

The primary responsibilities of this exciting role include:

·         Oversee programs, daily operations, & long term management of The Place,

·         Lead the team to ensure actions are consistent with the mission statement of The Place – “to love all youth as they are & help them reach their full potential as they become responsible, contributing members of society”,

·         Lead development of business plans, grant requests, & agency budget while ensuring organizational fiscal responsibility,

·         Prepare & negotiate contracts,

·         Maintain New York State Child Care School Age License,

·         Serve as liaison within the community and major financial supporters of The Place,

·         Coordinate with staff to oversee administration of all programs.

The preferred candidate will have 5-7 years of experience in management and supervisory capacity in a non-profit organization (preferably youth service), and possess a Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline (Master’s Degree preferred).  The Place offers a community, family oriented work environment with a competitive compensation & benefits package.

Please send resume and letter of interest to The Place, PO Box 509 Norwich, NY 13815 or e-mail to execdirector@theplacenorwich.com. Open until filled. EOE M/F/D/V

Local Funding Workshops

SCNY ED May 14th Program Recap

SCNY ED May 14th Program Recap     Program Recap: Presentation by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC). An overview of the ARC was provided by Southern Tier East Regional Planning Board project funding cycle, application materials and Q&A period relating to specific proposals or concepts. The following was covered: Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Area Development Program ARC is really an economic development agency, so this is a definite focus 14 Counties covered Accept applications from public entities (IDAs, Counties, etc) and nonprofits Fund startups or expansions, but don't fund ongoing programs (general social benefit programs, construction, replacement of lost funding or routine continuation activities are ineligible) Maximum of $150,000 is requested from ARC o   Each dollar requested from ARC is matched at minimum by one dollar in cash, in-kind goods or services and is documented o   ARC funds may be used to cover salaries, supplies, equipment and space Each year, the ARC goes to Congress to ask for more funding.  Has to provide metrics/info about impact. STERPDB covers 8 Counties ARC available to region ranges from $650,000 to $750,000 available Last year had 4 projects funded Last year received 10 applications (use to receive 20 to 25) There has been less because of shift in funding    3 Goals (tied to economic development): Increase job opportunities and per capita income in Appalachia to reach parity with the nation Strengthen the capacity of the people of the Appalachia to compete in the global economy Develop and improve Appalachia's infrastructure to make the region economically competitive Broome workshop date- yet to be announced Application not available yet. Will forward app and guidance info.    ARC Process STERPDB conducts ARC workshops- May ARC applications due to STERPDB- July 8 Review by staff and committee- July and August Final application revisions due- September NYSDOS receives revised proposals from STERPDB-October 1 ARC receives and reviews projects- Winter 2013 Sponsors receive grant awards from ARC- Spring 2014 Grant application is involved If successful with app, contract is with Commission Competitive process- point driven scoring process Collaboration encouraged (don't like duplication of services) What is need want to address What tasks will you carry out to address it How will you evaluate/ what will impact be Scoring (75 points total)- outputs (25); link to the local and regional activities (25); and sustainable, who is managing program and budget (25) First, recommended to speak with STERPDB about ideas and possible application Second, develop project summary form first Next, helps to have County planner directors on board- they often are on review committee Questions or if you are considering an ARC proposal, contact Donna Cole at dcole@steny.org or call her at 607-724-1327 ext 203. Business Meeting - Program Planning & Steering Committee Membership. The following was addressed: Steering Committee- Deb Fitzgerald, Cub Cares Joe Sellepack, Broome County Council of Churches Darrell Newvine, Family Enrichment Network Were able to finish Economic Impact Study (took several years to complete) Now would like to invite/find new leadership for Steering Committee Group meets 4 times a year- programs Poll executive directors to see what interested in seeing Question about ED Group- what is in it for me? Other side is what goes away if Group ceases? What do want the Steering Committee to do- need a framework and focus Consider a reception for group- networking What happened with the Economic Impact report Was distributed to agencies and they used as saw fit Really haven't come together as a group to decide how to use it o   Need group/Steering Committee to decide/guide next steps Number of things could do o   Could set up a website o   Can use info to address possible PILOT issue that has come in past and may come up again in future Next steps Set up meeting in June Consider personal ask for Steering Committee Sharon Ball- volunteered- sball@broomearts.org Joe Sellepack- will continue Deb Fitzgerald Updated Economic Impact Brochure now available    Click here for the final Socieconomic Impact of Non-profit Organizations brochure   Deb Fitzgerald, SCNY-ED Group Chair cubcareus@yahoo.com  607-786-9006   The Christian Neighborhood Center of Norwich, Inc., d/b/a "The Place", is seeking an Executive Director to provide leadership consistent with The Place's vision to provide a community environment where children, young adults, & families are nurtured, affirmed & celebrated. The primary responsibilities of this exciting role include: Oversee programs, daily operations, & long term management of The Place, Lead the team to ensure actions are consistent with the mission statement of The Place - "to love all youth as they are & help them reach their full potential as they become responsible, contributing members of society", Lead development of business plans, grant requests, & agency budget while ensuring organizational fiscal responsibility, Prepare & negotiate contracts, Maintain New York State Child Care School Age License, Serve as liaison within the community and major financial supporters of The Place, Coordinate with staff to oversee administration of all programs. The preferred candidate will have 5-7 years of experience in management and supervisory capacity in a non-profit organization (preferably youth service), and possess a Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline (Master's Degree preferred).  The Place offers a community, family oriented work environment with a competitive compensation & benefits package. Please send resume and letter of interest to The Place, PO Box 509 Norwich, NY 13815 or e-mail toexecdirector@theplacenorwich.com. Open until filled. EOE M/F/D/V Visit the NY Nonprofit Executive Directors Network... Stay Informed. Connect with your peers. Post your questions. NYNED is your resource.  About the SCNY Nonprofit ED Group  This Groupis supported by theNew York Council of Nonprofits and offers nonprofit executive directors opportunities for networking and professional development.

This Morning, NYCON CEO Doug Sauer Testifies in Front of Senate Committee

Dear Members & Friends, This morning I, along with many esteemed colleagues, will be testifying in front of the Senate Committee on Corporation, Authorities and Commissions regarding the recent proposed amendments to NYS' Not-for-Profit Corporate Law. Our testimony will be streamed live today from 10am to 12pm. I encourage you to watch it if you can. Following the oral testimony, NYCON's written remarks will be posted online both on the Senate website and our own. We encourage you to read them and let us know what you think.   In general, NYCON supports these changes. It's been over 40 years since the law was amended and certainly, we know times have changed. It's our view that the amendments should, first and foremost, enhance and simplify not complicate and protract the nonprofit community's ability to partner with NYS to deliver on mission - for basic human needs, for healthcare, for quality of life issues, for arts & culture, the list goes on and on.   As you will see many times we are in agreement - case in point, allowing board members to vote via email - however there are some areas in which we would suggest changes or additions to what has been proposed. NYCON's main concerns are regarding: Ensuring mergers, dissolutions, and other forms of corporate affiliations easier, cheaper and quicker Ensuring voting officers and board members are volunteers and not paid Addressing the misconceptions and proposed additional reporting requirements around nonprofit "excessive" executive compensation. Again, our full remarks will be posted online at the conclusion of today's hearing. We welcome your feedback on these amendments and your thoughts in general on nonprofit policy & the current state of affairs in New York. Please click here to send us your comments. Thank you for taking the time to read this today and for all the work that you continue to do in your communities. We truly do appreciate it.            Sincerely,            Doug Sauer, CEO            New York Council of Nonprofits, Inc. (NYCON) Links & Resources Public Hearing: To examine the re-codification of New York State's not-for-profit corporation law in an effort to reduce unnecessary burdens on nonprofits and to enhance nonprofit governance and oversight A.G. Schneiderman, Senate And Assembly Committee Chairs Propose Groundbreaking Legislation To Reform New York's Charities Laws Send us Your Feedback! Proud Member of  the National Council of Nonprofits

Improve Your Nonprofit's Website This Summer

From Audit to Redesign: The Complete Nonprofit Website Toolkit! Brought to you through our partnership with Idealware, this webinar series takes place each Tuesday from June 4 through July 2 and are held from 1:00pm  - 2:30pm (EST). Pricing for Five 90-minute sessions: Only $140 for the entire series for NYCON Members with code NYCON2013;  $200 for Non-Members [Membership will be verified] Find Out More & Register Online Can you remember when your organization's website was designed? Can your supporters and constituents navigate and find the information they need? Can your staff members easily create or update content on your website? If you answered "no" to any of those questions, it might be time to bring that website into the 21st Century. Join Idealware for From Audit to Redesign: The Complete Nonprofit Website Toolkit, an amazing five-session webinar series presented in partnership with Idealware, and they'll walk you through Website 101, review best practices for accessibility, mobile-optimized sites, and reinforcing your organization's online brand, and review content management systems. From Audit to Redesign: The Complete Nonprofit Website Toolkit will look at all aspects of your website, including:   ·         Defining goals for how your website will serve your audience.    ·         Learning best practices for designing an accessible, usable, and polished website.    ·         Comparing your content management system (CMS) options.    ·         How to make sure your website shows up well on search engines ·         Creating your organization's website action plan with next steps and action items for an improvement process.    In addition to the five webinars, participants in the Toolkit will have access to Office Hours. These are one hour time blocks during which you have access to an Idealware expert one-on-one.    Webinars take place each Tuesday from June 4 through July 2 and are held from 1:00pm  - 2:30pm (EST).   Pricing for Five 90-minute sessions: Only $140 for the entire series for NYCON Members with code NYCON2013;  $200 for Non-Members [Membership will be verified] Find Out More & Register Online What Nonprofits are Saying About Idealware Webinars "This entire seminar was just fantastic. I learned so much. I especially liked all the practical applications and examples given. I will definitely recommend this course to other people. Great job!!" "Really liked the format-especially having the slides in advance. Allowed me to listen more and parallel process the information that applied to my organization." "Excellent seminar. Very informative. Great examples to illustrate points. Friendly, personable presenters." "We loved the seminar and found it very useful for our nonprofit organization. The ability to ask questions during the presentation, and the work book, are very valuable tools."