Upcoming Events & Webinars

Best Practices for Internal Controls in Small Arts Organizations [NYSCA Webinar] December 4th, 2014 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM  Register Now  This webinar is free and the live version is open only to nonprofits receiving funding from the NYS Council on the Arts. The recording will be made available to NYCON Nonprofit Members.   Many small arts nonprofits have limited administrative staff, but the same expectations from funders (and regulators) regarding their organization's internal controls. NYCON has seen this issue come into sharper perspective as we, and many of our nonprofit members (including smaller arts groups) have had to go through the NYS Grants Gateway and Prequalification process in order to continue to receive our state funding. One of the biggest questions we heard during this process was "How can we possibly create, document and consistently apply complex Internal Control processes in an organization with 2 or 3 or 4.... staff people?" This training will focus on the implementation of simple, yet effective internal controls processes that allow your organization to reap the benefits of accountability, efficiency, and fraud prevention despite running a smaller nonprofit. It's Not Too Late: Year-End Major Gifts Fundraising for Nonprofits [Webinar] December 9th, 2014  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM  Presented by Andy Robinson, Consultant and Trainer Andy Robinson Consulting, LLC Cost:  $49 Member Rate $69 Regular Rate  REGISTER NOW NYCON is proud to partner with our State Association colleagues in Pennsylvania, Michigan and North Carolina to bring you this webinar.   The most effective way to raise money is face to face -- and the most lucrative time to ask is right now!  In this webinar, Andy Robinson will walk you through the process of major gifts fundraising, step by step. Whether you're a veteran fundraiser or new to the field, you can expect to gain practical information and advice to help in: Identifying prospects Setting up appointments Meeting with donors How to structure the conversation -- and "the ask. Materials & Log-in/Call-In Instructions: Webinar materials (PowerPoint PDF and other handouts), along with instructions on how to log in and call-in, will be emailed to attendees prior to the date of the webinar. Nonprofit Committee Structures under the New Nonprofit Revitalization Act [Lunch & Learn Webinar] Wednesday, December 10, 2014 from 11:00am to 12:30pm Presented by Susan Weinrich, VP of Organizational Development Services Free & Open to NYCON Members Register Today   Join us for this webinar and explore the changes in nonprofit board committee structure under the new law. Many rules have changed regarding board committees and nonprofit board governance. Gone are standing and "ad-hoc" committees. Now we define them as "committees of the board" and "committees of the corporation." Do you know who can be on each committee? Do you know what the roles and responsibilities are for each? Do you need minutes for each? Who should chair them? How do we bring non-board members onto a committee? For committees of the Board, what authority do they really have and how do we ensure they are accountable to the board?  Join us for this webinar on the practical implications of committee structure changes - and learn where to start. Nonprofit Fraud & Abuse: A Unique and Personal Perspective [Special Webinar] Thursday, December 11, 2014   11:00 am to 12:00 pm Free & Open to NYCON Members Register Today The mismanagement and misappropriation of nonprofit funds is a serious issue. Not only is it illegal, and carries with it significant penalties, it also takes valuable resources from people who truly need services and damages the brand of all nonprofits. It can also severely impact the lives of those involved with the organization. In this honest and frank webinar, you will hear from a former nonprofit executive director recently convicted of conduct relating to grants management fraud. Learn about the path he chose, the decisions he made, the lessons he learned, and, most importantly, how to avoid this type of event occurring at your own nonprofit organization. Executive Director Retreat for New Nonprofit Leaders December 10th-12th, Latham,NY REGISTRATION  INFO Participants will be introduced, through practical application, to mastery of the diverse skills necessary to achieve success in their current role. Led by a multi-disciplinary team of experienced instructors, this retreat emphasizes real world elements of nonprofit executive leadership, management and problem-solving.   Latest Job Postings on the [NEW] NYCON Nonprofit Job Board... Executive Director Brooklyn, NY Coordinator, Marketing and Communications New York City Care Managers Albany & Hudson Falls Outreach Specialist Albany, NY Community Health Specialist  Albany, NY Astronomer, Public Outreach & Education Schenectady, NY Health Care Research Analyst Rochester, NY Program Manager, Best Practices & Strategies/Community Health Improvement Rochester, NY Administrative Coordinator Troy, NY Insurance Sales and Service Positions Menands, NY Social Work Coordinator Albany, NY Director of Development and Community Relations Albany, NY All Members can Post jobs for FREE! Click to learn more.

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THANK YOU FOR $10K!

TOGETHER, WE DID IT! $10,000 contributed by  74 NEW DONORS to the 2015 United Cultural Fund Campaign!  THANK YOU  for helping BCAC meet a major donor's "$10K Challenge" by TODAY's deadline! WE'RE ON OUR WAY TO THE CAMPAIGN GOAL OF $285,000! INVEST IN THE UCF! All the way to $285K! **THANK YOU** Broome County Arts Council 81 State St Ste 501 Binghamton, New York 13901

Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli's Weekly News

 

For the week ending October 6, 2013  DiNapoli Tours Rochester–based Vnomics to Promote  Pension Fund’s In–State Private Equity Program State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Tuesday toured Vnomics Corp. , a Rochester-based provider of fleet management software, to highlight  investments made by the State Common Retirement Fund’s In–State  Private Equity Program in companies emerging from New York’s universities.  The Fund has invested more than $500,000 in the company since 2011 through  High Peaks Venture Partners. A.G. Schneiderman & Comptroller Dinapoli Announce  Arrest Of Highway Superintendent For Stealing More  Than $50k In Goods & Services Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman and Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced Tuesday the arrest of Roger Burlew, Highway Superintendent for                 the  Town of Erin, for stealing more than $50,000 in goods and services. The            Attorney General’s criminal complaint alleges Burlew stole the money by       submitting fraudulent vouchers for payment to the Town of Erin. The Joint                 Task Force on Public Integrity is a cooperative effort between Attorney                General Schneiderman’s and Comptroller DiNapoli’s offices to root out                 public corruption and maximize the resources of each office. DiNapoli: Binghamton Parks & Rec Director Allegedly  Stole Nearly $108,000 The director of Binghamton’s Parks and Recreation Department pocketed     nearly $108,000 in taxpayer funds and allegedly used the cash to pay for         his mortgage, summer rental, car lease, and loans to his sons, according to an audit by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. DiNapoli: County Jail Inmates Received Improper Welfare  and Unemployment Insurance Benefits An audit of five counties by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli’s office             found that hundreds of county jail inmates received inappropriate payments         totaling more than $236,000 from various social welfare programs and                  almost $325,000 in state unemployment insurance (UI). The inappropriate            benefits were caused by deficiencies in how four of the five counties                monitored the eligibility of jail inmates   for welfare payments, and by a        combination of potential fraud and delays providing the state Department                       of Labor (DOL) with information about inmates receiving UI benefits. DiNapoli: Audit Cites Town of Shandaken Employee for Stealing Funds The secretary of the Ulster County town of Shandaken highway department           misused more than $20,000, including $5,000 in federal funding that was       earmarked for flood cleanup costs, according to an audit released Wednesday                by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The findings of the Comptroller’s          audit and investigation were referred to the New York State Police. They              arrested Florence Sullivan on July 17 and charged her with one count of                    grand      larceny in the third degree, one count of falsifying business records                in the first degree and one count of scheme to defraud in the first degree. DiNapoli Releases Bond Calendar for Fourth Quarter New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Tuesday announced a tentative schedule for the planned sale of obligations for the State, New York City, and their major public authorities during the fourth quarter of 2013. Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced Tuesday his office completed audits of the Hudson City School District, the Islip Union Free School District, and the Ramapo Central School District. Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced Tuesday his office completed audits of the Cayuga County Probation Department, the                   Coldspring Fire District, and the Town of Stockport. Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced Friday his office completed audits of the Town of Alexander, Town of Amherst, Broome County,      Town of Coeymans, Franklin County, Village of Liberty, Town of Middlebury,Montgomery County, Village of Mount Morris, Town of Rossie, and Saratoga County.

Mayoral Candidates Event and Nonprofit News

Candidates Meet and Greet Breakfast With Teri Rennia and Rich David October 15th at 8:00 am Hosted by The Broome County Council of Churches Located at 3 Otseningo St., Binghamton Some questions submitted to the Candidates: 1 - How would you define the role of Non-Profits and faith-based  programs within the community? 2 - How do you plan to partner with the local faith-based and  Non-Profit program providers? 3 - How would you prioritize allocation of the Community Development Block Grant funds? 4 - What is your position on (PILOT) payment in lieu of taxes and  it's impact on the non-profit sector and churches? Join us for this important opportunity to talk to these candidates and  understand their positions regarding non-profits.   Register Here   Health Care Reform Program  October 8th 12:30pm-4:00pm Southern Tier Independence Center 135 East Fredrick St, Binghamton FREE PROGRAM (Space is Limited) Call 1-800-231-0744 by October 4th to RSVP Agenda 12:30-Welcome     Sharon Chesna, Ex. Dir. M&BN 12:45-The National Perspective on Exchanges     Invite Speaker: White House Intergovernmental Affairs 1:15-Questions/Discussion 1:30-Update on NYS State of Health-the Official Health Plan Marketplace Kelvin S. Sapp, MPH, Project Coordinator, External Affairs, Outreach &  Marketing, NYS DOH 2:30- Break 2:45-Questions/Break 3:00-The SHOP Exchange for small businesses 3:30-Meet the SCNY Navigator Contractors 4:00-Program Conclusion Development Manager Position Annoucement ROBERSON MUSEUM AND SCIENCE CENTER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:  - Provide day-to-day oversight for the entire annual giving program. Develop an   annual, written plan for the program which includes segmentation, timing, messages  and goals. Monitor progress towards those targets. Provide a rigorous, systematic  review and analysis of all fund-raising activities to find ways to do things more effectively  and efficiently. Develop specific strategies to increase donor retention, upgrades and  acquisition.  -Develop and manage the annual giving budget based on programmatic goals and objectives  as reviewed and approved annually. -Work with Roberson’s Board of Trustees to schedule visits with a pool of annual  giving prospects. Utilize Board expertise to develop an integrated strategy for the personal  solicitations of annual giving donors at the leadership-giving level. -Develop ways to recognize donors and to share the impact of annual giving. -Prepare and implement a Roberson capital campaign -Ensure the smooth transition of prospects along the donor pipeline.  Facilitate the qualification of prospects for the major gift program and  make recommendations for prospect assignment. -Oversee the Donor Perfect database. -Work closely with the Marketing Manager (oversees Business and Corporate Sponsorships  and Special Events) to develop and implement consistent  messaging. Assist in the creation or editing of donor relations materials. -Other duties assigned as required. POSITION TITLE: Development Manager SUPERVISOR:  Executive Director BASIC ROLE: The Development Manager for Roberson Museum and Science  Center is a full-time professional, responsible for the management and direction of  a comprehensive fund-raising program that grows the overall donor base and  enhances the stature of the Museum in the community. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree required Three to five years experience in development, preferably including annual fund programs Excellent oral and written skills Willingness to work evenings and weekends Experience in soliciting gifts Familiarity with fund-raising trends at local and national levels Prior experience in working with a cultural institution a plus    REQUEST MORE INFORMATION HERE