NEXT MEETING

May 9, 2013, Thursday

Beatniks Coffee House & Breakfast Joint

3:00-5:00 P.M.

Regional Economic Growth--The Nonprofit Contribution

By popular demand, the May 2013 Council meeting will
be dedicated to understanding the importance of the nonprofit sector on the
economy. The forum entitled, “Regional Economic Growth—The Nonprofit
Contribution” will present regional data to illuminate the large impact of the
sector on the health of the region. We will explore what relevance this data
has on our individual organization and the sector as a whole and what to do
with it to make the greatest impact on the widest audience. Our hope is that
this forum will be a spring board for future action, collaboration, understanding
and increased value for the sector as a whole. Local experts Michael McGinnis,
Debra Lucero, Warren Jensen, and Shawn Tillman will serve as resources and
facilitators.

Bring your Board Chairs and key stakeholders for this historic
session.

Facilitated by:

Debra Lucero, Nonprofit Leader specializing in Arts and Economic Development

Shawn Tillman, Senior Planner, Economic Development/Redevelopment, City of Chico

Michael McGinnis, Executive Director, The Arc of Butte County

and Warren Jensen, Project Manager, Center for Economic Development, Cal State University, Chico

 Sponsors include:

Jesus Center

Arc of Butte County

Catalyst Domestic Violence Services

Youth for Change

Shirley Adams

Our Purpose: To engage in meaningful conversation to enhance the leadership skills of regional nonprofit organizations and to build
community among leaders.

For questions, contact Laura Cootsona, Laura@lrcconsulting.com

The Council's mission is to promote, strengthen and advance the influence, professionalism, accountability, and effectiveness of local nonprofit organizations in a manner that increases their capacity to accomplish their mission. The Council provides a forum for nonprofit professionals in the North Valley to exchange ideas, challenges, and solutions to the various issues they face.

Programs and services of the Council include; serving as a meeting ground, providing educational and technical assistance, acting as a network facilitator, providing information, increasing coordination and networking among agencies, acting as an advocate for the nonprofit sector, increasing collaboration with grants, projects, public outreach, and other resources, and acting as a liaison in working with the North Valley Community Foundation.

Educational programs of the council are responsive to needs of the local community. Training includes Supervisor Training, Fundraising, Planned Giving, Financial and Budget Management, plus Local Conferences and special-topic seminars relevant to emerging needs.

There is always plenty of time for questions, networking, annnouncing what is new with your organization,and meeting other nonprofit leaders.