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Phone: 651.642.1904
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Upcoming Network Lunches


Fundraising Network Lunches

If you are currently working as a development staff person in a nonprofit, you are invited to join these informal discussions and information sharing groups. This series is co-sponsored with the Association of Fundraising Professionals - Minnesota Chapter.

Each month a topic is identified around which the majority of the discussion will revolve. Participants are encouraged to bring questions, samples, and insights related to the topic of the day. In addition to the featured topic, each session will include time to network and discuss off-topic items. Such as to share recent projects or accomplishments, or ask your “burning questions” (whether they are related to the topic or not). This network is free and no RSVP is necessary. You are invited to bring your lunch, business cards, questions and ideas. If you have any questions about the series, please contact Leslie Nitabach at 651-757-3073 or leslie@mncn.org.

Time and Location:
Times for all are noon - 1 p.m.
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Conference Room
2314 University Avenue, Suite 20, St. Paul 55114
Directions and Parking

2010 Dates and Topics (2nd Wednesday of each month):

July 14 – How to think about diversifying funding streams
August 11 – Development Planning: “Show Me Your Spreadsheet and I’ll Show You Mine”
September 8 – Creative Ways to Share Your Results with Donors
October 13 – Involving the Board in Fundraising
November 10 – Generational Fundraising
December 8 – Prospecting Tools Top 10 List

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Communications Network Lunches

If you currently work at a nonprofit with communications in any way, you are invited to join these informal discussions and information sharing groups.

Each month a topic is identified around which the majority of the discussion will revolve. Participants are encouraged to bring questions, samples, and insights related to the topic of the day. In addition to the featured topic, each session will include time to network and discuss off-topic items. Such as to share recent projects or accomplishments, or ask your “burning questions” (whether they are related to the topic or not). This network is free and no RSVP is necessary. You are invited to bring your lunch, business cards, questions and ideas. If you have any questions about the series, please contact Christine Durand at 651-757-3082 or cdurand@mncn.org.

Time and Location:
Times for all are noon - 1 p.m.
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Conference Room
2314 University Avenue, Suite 20, St. Paul 55114
Directions and Parking

2010 Dates and Topics (2nd Friday of each month):

July 9 – Twitter for Nonprofits
August 13 – Facebook Fan Pages and Causes
September 10 – Measuring your Web successes
October – No Network Lunch in October
November 12 – Web Sites: Getting the Right Mix Online
December 10 – Using Video Online

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Emerging Nonprofit Leaders Network Lunches

The Emerging Nonprofit Leaders Network Lunch is for anyone interested in growing their leadership skills. Ideal for those with fewer than 10 years experience in nonprofits, those new to the sector, students, or anyone seeking skills to grow their leadership, this meeting is aimed at creating strong professional networks for emerging leaders in nonprofits of all sizes, types, and focus areas. The event is co-sponsored by the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network - Twin Cities Chapter.

Each month you will explore a topic with your peers, share information, swap resources, and build on skills you can take back to your organization. You are encouraged to bring questions, samples, and insights related to the topic of the day--and don't forget your lunch! The atmosphere is relaxed and informal, ideal for getting to better know current and future colleagues.

Each session begins with a few rounds of "speed networking," where you will have the opportunity to meet others in a facilitated way, as well as time for group discussion of the topic and a chance to network informally. You are invited to bring your lunch, business cards, questions and ideas. If you have any questions about the series, please contact Bao Vang at 651-757-3087 or bvang@mncn.org.

Time and Location:
Times for all are noon - 1 p.m.
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Conference Room
2314 University Avenue, Suite 20, St. Paul 55114
Directions and Parking

2010 Dates and Topics (3rd Friday of each month):

July 16 – The Café is Open
August 20 – Organization Culture: To change or not to change?
September 17 – Money Matters: Understanding your organization’s financial situation
October 15 – Board of Directors: Who are they?
November 19 – Public Policy starts with Me
December 17 – Leading from the Middle

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Financial Management Network Lunches
 

If you are currently working in a nonprofit doing finance-related work, you are invited to join this free, informal discussion and information-sharing group. This series is co-sponsored with the Nonprofits Assistance Fund.

Each month a topic is identified around which the majority of the discussion will revolve. Participants are encouraged to bring questions, samples, and insights related to the topic of the day. In addition to the featured topic, each session will include time to network and discuss off-topic items. Such as to share recent projects or accomplishments, or ask your “burning questions” (whether they are related to the topic or not). This network is free and no RSVP is necessary. You are invited to bring your lunch, business cards, questions and ideas. If you have any questions about the series, please contact Ashley Schweitzer at 612-278-7187 or aschweitzer@nonprofitsassistancefund.org.

Time and Location:
Times for all are noon - 1 p.m.
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Conference Room
2314 University Avenue, Suite 20, St. Paul 55114
Directions and Parking

2010 Dates and Topics (4th Wednesday of each month):

July 28 – Preparing Grant Budgets
August 25 – Managing Restricted Funds
September 22 – Annual Budget Planning
October 27 – Developing Credit and Reserve Policies
November 17 – Internal Controls and Ethics
December – No Network Lunch in December

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If you are currently working in a nonprofit doing human resources-related work, you are invited to join this free, informal discussion and information-sharing group. 

Each month a topic is identified around which the majority of the discussion will revolve. Participants are encouraged to bring questions, samples, and insights related to the topic of the day. In addition to the featured topic, each session will include time to network and discuss off-topic items. Such as to share recent projects or accomplishments, or ask your “burning questions” (whether they are related to the topic or not). This network is free and no RSVP is necessary. You are invited to bring your lunch, business cards, questions and ideas. If you have any questions about the series, please contact Shelly Chamberlain at 651-757-3068 or shelly@mncn.org.

Time and Location:
Times for all are noon - 1 p.m.
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Conference Room
2314 University Avenue, Suite 20, St. Paul 55114
Directions and Parking

2010 Dates and Topics (2nd Monday of each month):

July 12 – HR Resources: Share your ideas!
August 9 – Recruitment and Hiring
September 13 – Setting Salaries and Compensation
October 11 – No Network Lunch in October
November 8 – Performance Evaluations
December 13 – New Employee Orientations/”Onboarding”


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Mankato Area Network Lunches

If you are currently working with a nonprofit in the Mankato area, you are invited to join this free, informal discussion and information-sharing group. Each month a topic is identified around which the majority of the discussion will revolve. Participants are encouraged to bring questions, samples, and insights related to the topic of the day. In addition to the featured topic, each session will include time to network and discuss off-topic items or ask your “burning questions” (whether they are related to the topic or not).
This network is free and no RSVP is necessary. You are invited to bring your lunch, business cards, questions and ideas. If you have any questions about the series, please contact AmyJo Lennartson at 507-469-2217 or alennartson@mncn.org.

Time and Location:
Times for all are noon - 1 p.m.
Blue Earth County Historical Society
415 E. Cherry St.,
Mankato, MN 56001
Map and Directions

2010 Dates (3rd Friday of each month):
Topics for this series are decided at the previous meeting. Contact the organizer for more information on upcoming topics.

July 16 - cancelled - please join us on Monday, July 19 for the free Nonprofit Current Conditions Release briefing and networking event
August 20
September 17
October 15
November 19
December 17

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Fairmont Area Networking Lunches

If you are currently working with a nonprofit in the Fairmont area, you are invited to join this free, informal discussion and information-sharing group.

Each month a topic is identified around which the majority of the discussion will revolve. Participants are encouraged to bring questions, samples, and insights related to the topic of the day. In addition to the featured topic, each session will include time to network and discuss off-topic items or ask your “burning questions” (whether they are related to the topic or not). This network is free and no RSVP is necessary. You are invited to bring your lunch, business cards, questions and ideas. If you have any questions about the series, please contact AmyJo Lennartson at 507-469-2217 or alennartson@mncn.org.

Time and Location:
All events are from noon - 1:00 p.m.
The Red Rock Center for the Arts
222 E. Blue Earth Ave.
Fairmont MN 56031
Red Rock Center for the Arts

Map and Directions

2010 Dates (1st Wednesday of every other month)
Topics for this series are decided at the previous meeting. Contact the organizer for more information on upcoming topics. Please Note: The August 4 meeting will be the last networking lunch in Fairmont for 2010

August 4

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Marshall Area Networking Lunches

If you are currently working with a nonprofit in the Marshall area, you are invited to join this free, informal discussion and information-sharing group.

Each month a topic is identified around which the majority of the discussion will revolve. Participants are encouraged to bring questions, samples, and insights related to the topic of the day. In addition to the featured topic, each session will include time to network and discuss off-topic items or ask your “burning questions” (whether they are related to the topic or not). This network is free and no RSVP is necessary. You are invited to bring your lunch, business cards, questions and ideas. If you have any questions about the series, please contact AmyJo Lennartson at 507-469-2217 or alennartson@mncn.org.

Time and Location:
All events are from noon - 1:00 p.m.
Marshall YMCA
200 South A Street
Marshall, MN 56258
Marshall Area YMCA

Map and Directions

2010 Dates (2nd Thursday of every other month)
Topics for this series are decided at the previous meeting. Contact the organizer for more information on upcoming topics.

July 8 - CANCELLED
September 9
November 11

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Willmar Area Networking Lunches

If you are currently working with a nonprofit in Central Minnesota, you are invited to join this free, informal discussion and information-sharing group.

Each month a topic is identified around which the majority of the discussion will revolve. Participants are encouraged to bring questions, samples, and insights related to the topic of the day. In addition to the featured topic, each session will include time to network and discuss off-topic items or ask your “burning questions” (whether they are related to the topic or not). This network is free and no RSVP is necessary. You are invited to bring your lunch, business cards, questions and ideas. If you have any questions about the series, please contact Ruth Duran Deffley at 651-757-3070 or rdeffley@mncn.org.

Time and Location:
All events are from noon - 1:00 p.m.
West Central Industries Conference Room
1300 SW 22nd St.
Willmar, MN 56201

West Central Industries
Map and Directions

2010 Dates (2nd Thursday of every other month)
Topics for this series are decided at the previous meeting. Contact the organizer for moreinformation on upcoming topics.


August 12
October 14


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Duluth Area Network Lunches

If you are currently working with a nonprofit in the Twin Ports area, you are invited to join this free, informal discussion and information-sharing group.

Have you ever wanted to talk to other nonprofits about how they deal with fundraising, marketing, or any of the other issues you face every day? The Northeast Chapter of the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits is offering you an opportunity to come together and share information, ideas and questions in an informal setting. Bring
your lunch and join other people who work for or with nonprofits and share what is on your mind. This network is free and no RSVP is necessary. You are invited to bring your lunch, business cards, questions and ideas. If you have any questions about the series, please contact Mary Streufert at 218-726-4887 or mary@mncn.org.

Time and Location:
Times for all are noon - 1 p.m.
Ordean building, room A,
424 West Superior Street, Duluth 55802
Map and Directions

2010 Dates
(2nd Thursday of every other month):
Topics for this series are decided at the previous meeting. Contact the organizer for more information on upcoming topics.


July 8
September 9
November 11

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Grand Rapids Area Network Lunches

If you are currently working with a nonprofit in the Grand Rapids area, you are invited to join this free, informal discussion and information-sharing group.

Each month a topic is identified around which the majority of the discussion will revolve. Participants are encouraged to bring questions, samples, and insights related to the topic of the day. In addition to the featured topic, each session will include time to network and discuss off-topic items or ask your “burning questions” (whether they are related to the topic or not). This network is free and no RSVP is necessary. You are invited to bring your lunch, business cards, questions and ideas. If you have any questions about the series, please contact Mary Streufert at 218-726-4887 or mary@mncn.org.

Time and Location:
Times for all are noon - 1 p.m.
Community Foundation, lower level conference room,
350 NW 1st Ave., Grand Rapids 55744
Map and Directions

2010 Dates
(2nd Thursday of every other month):
Topics for this series are decided at the previous meeting. Contact the organizer for more information on upcoming topics.


Details:
Grand Rapids Library meeting room
140 NE 2nd St
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Special guests: Heidi Holtan and Doug MaCrostie from KAXE Community Radio

August 12
October 14
December 9

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Aitkin Area Network Lunches

If you are currently working with a nonprofit in the Aitkin area, you are invited to join this free, informal discussion and information-sharing group.

Each month a topic is identified around which the majority of the discussion will revolve. Participants are encouraged to bring questions, samples, and insights related to the topic of the day. In addition to the featured topic, each session will include time to network and discuss off-topic items or ask your “burning questions” (whether they are related to the topic or not). This network is free and no RSVP is necessary. You are invited to bring your lunch, business cards, questions and ideas. If you have any questions about the series, please contact Mary Streufert at 218-726-4887 or mary@mncn.org.

Time and Location:
Times for all are noon - 1 p.m.
Jaques Art Center
121 2nd St NW, Aitkin 56431
Map and Directions

2010 Dates
(3rd Wednesday of every quarter):
MCN Regional Coordinator, Mary Streufert, will be attending one meeting a quarter - May 19, September 15, and November 17. In the other months meetings will be informal sharing on a variety of topics. For more information on upcoming topics contact Mary Streufert at 218-726-4887 or email
mary@mncn.org.


September 15
November 17

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