nonprofit montgomery news

What We’re Reading

Nonprofit Montgomery2019-06-14T11:50:51-04:00June 18th, 2019|Uncategorized|

Better Schools Won’t Fix America (The Atlantic, July 2019 Issue)

If progressives want change, we must play the game differently. Here are five things we must do. (Nonprofit AF, June 3)
The Right Way to Respond to Negative Feedback (Harvard Business Review, May 31)
Child Care Is Expensive, But Providers Themselves Struggle To Get By (WAMU, May 29)

Free Governance Policies Legal Clinic for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Montgomery2019-06-14T12:06:44-04:00June 17th, 2019|Training Opportunities|

Participants will meet one-on-one with an attorney who will draft, or review and update your nonprofit’s whistleblower and record retention policies and your conflict of interest policy and disclosure form. The attorney will also discuss with you the reasons the policies say what they do, and how best to implement them. Finally, the attorney will discuss with you some actions you can take now, so you know how to handle issues when they come up. The clinic is on June 26 from 10:30am-12:30pm at Morrison & Foerster.

Food Security Plan Community Update

Nonprofit Montgomery2019-06-14T11:45:46-04:00June 17th, 2019|Advocacy, Events|

Please join the Montgomery County Food Council, the Department of Health and Human Services and CountyStat for a “Food Security Plan Community Update” on Friday, June 28 from 9:30am to noon. The 9:30am reception will be at the Executive Office Building. Click here for more information and to register.

HIF Awards $523,000 in the FY19 Capacity Building Grants

Nonprofit Montgomery2019-06-14T11:33:45-04:00June 17th, 2019|Grants & Funding, Member News|

The Healthcare Initiative Foundation (HIF) awarded $523,000 in FY19 Capacity Building Grants to support 16 nonprofits in the County working to provide high-quality, comprehensive, and sustainable healthcare.These grants are projected to impact 104,841 Montgomery County residents, and build capacity of the healthcare network by generating a projected $550,260 in additional revenue. Click here to see the full list of awardees.

Montgomery County Council News and Updates

Nonprofit Montgomery2019-06-14T11:28:10-04:00June 16th, 2019|Advocacy, Events|

Represent our sector and learn more at County Council committee sessions.Click here for the current committee schedule.

E&C/HHS – June 20, 9:30am
Discussion: Vaping in Schools

PHED – June 23, 9:30am
Update: Purple Line Coalition draft housing plan

GO/HHS- July 11, 2pm
Discussion: Community Grants Process

Community Conversation on Racial Equity and Social Justice
Council President Navarro and County Executive Elrich will host a Community Conversation on Racial Equity and Social Justice on June 26 at 7pm at BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown. The purpose of this discussion is to engage with residents on how county leaders can build a better and stronger Montgomery County that meets the needs of all residents through the creation of a new Racial Equity and Social Justice Policy.

Upcoming Programs and Events

Nonprofit Montgomery2019-06-14T11:26:07-04:00June 15th, 2019|Events, Training Opportunities|

Accounting for Nonprofits Breakfast Seminar: July 17 at Nonprofit Montgomery (Leadership Hub)

Grants and Funding Opportunities

Nonprofit Montgomery2019-06-14T11:55:27-04:00June 14th, 2019|MoCo Government News|

The Greater Washington Community Foundation
Summer 2019 – RFP Opens: June 10, 2019
Fall 2019 RFP Opens: August 19, 2019

The Resilience Fund, a funding collaborative at the Greater Washington Community Foundation released an RFP for the 2020 Census for outreach, and direct assistance focused on hard-to-count communities. Grant awards may range from $5,000-$20,000 and online applications are due by July 29.

New Job Opportunities

Nonprofit Montgomery2019-06-14T11:24:53-04:00June 14th, 2019|Job Opportunities|

CollegeTracks: Chief Executive Officer
Jewish Social Service Agency: Employment Specialist
Family Services, Inc.: Program Director – Early Head Start
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission: Executive Director
City of Gaithersburg: Director of Finance and Administration
A. James & Alice B. Clark Foundation: Grants Management Associate
SOS Children’s Villages USA: Director, Foundation Relations
Elizabeth Dole Foundation: Vice President of Programs
Women For Women International: Director, Global Human Resources and Organizational Development
Natural Resources Defense Council: E2 Federal Advocate
Montgomery County Volunteer Center: Senior Fellow Program Manager

2020 Census Convening for Nonprofit Leaders in Montgomery County

Nonprofit Montgomery2019-06-14T11:21:51-04:00June 14th, 2019|Advocacy, Nonprofit Resources, Training Opportunities|

The Office of Community Partnerships is leading 2020 Census outreach efforts in Montgomery County and is hosting a discussion with leaders from the nonprofit community on July 11 from 5-6:30pm at the County Executive Office. The purpose is to provide information on the 2020 Census, discuss education and outreach strategies and specific messaging around the citizenship question in anticipation of the SCOTUS decision to be announced at the end of June.

As nonprofit leaders, we play a critical role in the County’s 2020 Census Campaign. Come and learn about the resources available for nonprofits to engage in the census. RSVP to Jennifer by June 28.

It’s Time to Renew Your Membership Today

Nonprofit Montgomery2019-06-14T11:20:31-04:00June 13th, 2019|Member News|

It’s time to renew your Nonprofit Montgomery membership!

Together we can help inform, promote, connect, and strengthen the community of nonprofits serving Montgomery County. Join us and collaborate on cross-sector issues, develop your leadership skills, and ensure your organization has a voice at the table. Become a sector-leader and make a difference in Montgomery County. We are only as strong as our membership.

If you have any questions or would like an invoice, please contact us. Join or renew by July 31 and save $25 on your membership dues.

RENEW TODAY!