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MORE Program

2019-10-28T12:34:56-04:00October 29th, 2019|Events, Training Opportunities|

Nonprofit Montgomery’s MORE (Metrics, Outcomes and Responsible Evaluation) program helps nonprofits identify and measure program outcomes. Being able to demonstrate that programs are effective is key to a nonprofit’s sustainability and success especially when it comes to grants and funding.

This specialized training was designed with the input of county funders to help nonprofits learn about effective evaluation. It offers a deep dive into measuring impact and gauging program effectiveness.

MORE includes 2 days of training, an individual consultation with an evaluation expert, and a 2-hour follow up training, plus access to an Alumni Evaluation Group. Nonprofits participate as a team of up to four members, including senior staff, program and development directors.

When: November 20-21, 2019 from 8:30am to 4:30pm
Where: The Universities at Shady Grove
Cost: $25 for Nonprofit Montgomery members, $525 for non-members
REGISTER HERE

MORE is supported by Montgomery County Government, the Healthcare Initiative Foundation, and The Universities at Shady Grove.

United Way of the National Capital Area Partner Supporting Prince George’s County Schools

2019-10-28T12:37:19-04:00October 28th, 2019|Uncategorized|

The United Way of the National Capital Area is starting a Community Schools Initiative in Prince George’s County and they are looking for nonprofit partners that serve Maryland students and families across Montgomery AND Prince George’s Counties. United Way is helping the Prince George’s County Public Schools system to connect with nonprofits and other community-based organizations that offer best practice, evidence based programming that drives positive outcomes and student success. Interested organizations in becoming Partners must apply by November 1.

Nonprofit Montgomery Community Grants Dialogue

2019-10-28T12:31:29-04:00October 28th, 2019|Events|

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear first hand about proposed changes to the County’s community grants process at our annual Grants Dialogue. In FY20 the Montgomery County Council approved $14.5 million for 335 community grants to local nonprofit partners providing services for County residents (including the County Executive and County Council grants).

Nonprofits have come to rely on community grants to expand and support essential services, and to innovate new services. Following an OLO Report on Community Grants in 2018 the Council committed to recommending changes to the program. This Community Grant Dialogue is an opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback on proposed changes before they are finalized.

With:
Carolyn Chen, Montgomery County Council Grants Manager
Joshua Watters, Budget Manager, Montgomery County Office of Management and Budget

When: Tuesday, November 5, from 9-10:30am
Where: White Oak Community Recreation Center (Social Hall)
1700 April Lane, Silver Spring, MD 20904
RSVP Here

*Please note that the event will no longer be held at the Civic Center. It has been moved to the White Oak Community Recreation Center. 

Please arrive by 8:45am for coffee and networking. The program will begin promptly at 9am. 

Montgomery County – Holiday Giving Referrals

2019-10-28T12:27:16-04:00October 28th, 2019|Nonprofit Resources|

For over 30 years, the Holiday Giving Project of Montgomery County has provided Thanksgiving and December holiday assistance to low-income households. A network of social workers, school counselors, and other human service professionals refer families in need for holiday assistance to the County’s Department of Health and Human Services. The Department then distributes validated referrals among the Holiday Giving Coalition, made up of local non-profits, faith-based organizations, and governments. Each member of the coalition adopts specific zip codes in the county to serve referred families in need, including by providing food, gift cards, and toys collected through donations.

The Coalition is currently accepting referrals for the 2019 season. Click here for more information.

Free Online Seminar for Nonprofits: Legal Considerations for Media & Communications

2019-10-28T12:22:28-04:00October 27th, 2019|Training Opportunities|

D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center is hosting a free webinar for nonprofit organizations: Strategic Legal Thinking Seminar – Sending the Right Message: Legal Considerations for Media & Communications, offered by Pfizer and Exponentum® on October 31 from 12:30-4:00pm. The online seminar will discuss a variety of legal and practical issues related to nonprofits’ media and communications strategies. Click here for more information.

County Council Honoring Nancy Leopold

2019-10-28T12:38:10-04:00October 26th, 2019|Member News|

On Tuesday, October 29 at 9:30am the Montgomery County Council is going to present a proclamation honoring CollegeTracks’ Co-Founder and longtime Executive Director, Nancy Leopold, for her many years of service to Montgomery County. Nancy also served on the Board of Directors of Nonprofit Montgomery. For more information please contact CollegeTracks.

County Executive FY21 Operating Budget Forums

2019-10-28T12:38:47-04:00October 25th, 2019|MoCo Government News|

County Executive Marc Elrich is holding budget forums to seek input from residents about Fiscal Year 2021 (FY21) Operating Budget priorities.

Nonprofit leaders and staff, board members, and volunteers are strongly encouraged to attend these public forums on the county’s operating budget to share insight into community needs, and to hear the County Executive’s priorities. The County Executive will release his Recommended Operating Budget on March 16, 2020 for the fiscal year that begins July 1, 2020.

The meetings, which all begin at 7pm are on:

  • October 30 – Silver Spring Civic Building, in the Buffalo Soldiers Great Hall, 1 Veterans Pl, Silver Spring.
  • November 7 – BlackRock Center for the Arts, 2901 Town Commons Drive in Germantown.
  • November 13 – Eastern Montgomery Regional Services Center, 3300 Briggs Chaney Road, Silver Spring.

Nonprofit Overtime Webinar (h/t Maryland Nonprofits)

2019-10-28T12:28:59-04:00October 25th, 2019|Events|

The networks of the National Council of Nonprofits are hosting a national presentation to help all in the charitable community understand what the Overtime Final Rule means to nonprofit operations and missions, and what nonprofits should be doing now to prepare. Officials from the U.S. Department of Labor and experts from groups representing workers and employers will present their unique perspectives and answer questions from nonprofits. The webinar is on Tuesday, November 5 at 3:00pm. Click here to register.

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