ABC’s for Nonprofit Board Members

Date: Summer, 2008

Time: To be announced

Address: Islanders Bank, Friday Harbor

Details: Have you been asked to join a nonprofit board? Are you considering volunteering for one? Or perhaps you are already on a board and wonder what you’re really supposed to be doing. Nonprofits Unlimited is offering a one day training for new nonprofit board members.

The class consists of three sections

A: Activities of Board Members includes responsibilities of board members, government regulations affecting nonprofits and what a new board member needs to know.

B: Business Basics and Budgets offers information on financial record keeping, reading financial reports, basic budgeting and fundraising strategies for boards.

C: Challenges, Commitments and Connections includes strategies for transforming a group of people into a committed team. Strategic planning, board retreats, and working with hired staff will be covered. Cost is $75 per person. Email or call 378-6104 to register.

How to Start a Nonprofit
Date: To Be announced
Address: Islanders Bank

Details: Join Nonprofits Unlimited for a three hour workshop on how to start a nonprofit. Designed for community groups and that are interested in pursing tax exempt status for their organization. Fee is $75 per person or $120 for up to three people from the same group. Email or call for more information.