How can you talk about what you do and why it matters in a way that grabs the attention of your audience? An elevator pitch is a brief, persuasive speech that is used to spark interest. This webinar will introduce the technique, core messages for the Network, and a framework for tailoring these messages for […]

Learn About First Nonprofit Nonprofits typically have fewer unemployment claims than the private sector; therefore, they often subsidize the state unemployment fund by paying more than necessary. Federal and state laws allow 501(c)(3) organizations to reimburse the state unemployment fund, rather than pay the SUI tax in advance of having actual claims. FNP’s unemployment programs […]

Over the last year, several Community Action Agencies have participated in the Whole Family Approach Community of Practice as a part of the Community Action Economic Mobility Initiative, funded by the Annie E. Casey Foundation.  Join us from the second installment of this mini-series to hear from Network members - Metropolitan Action Commission, Central Missouri Community Action, and Community Action, […]

This webinar will walk through an “annotated template” under development by the Partnership and NASCSP to assist with how to structure your community assessment.  The webinar will cover how to comply with the organizational standards, tips for data collection and analysis, and walk through suggested sections to include in your next assessment and how to organize them to ensure the development of a high quality report.

In this Webinar, presenters Courtney Barthle and Dr. Kristin Abner will present on the Role of Community Action in the Social Enterprise Movement.  This presentation will orient participants to the concept of social enterprise, discuss the research and current trends, and explore the connections between social enterprise and community action.  The presentation will conclude with […]

Having an ongoing plan and structure for board development can ease recruitment efforts when transitions occur.  Join this Organizational Standards Center of Excellence webinar to learn strategies to improve board recruitment.  Topics that will be discussed include the roles of a board development committee, where to look for potential board members, practical tips for recruiting, planning for board transitions, and how to support new board members.

Family-centered coaching is a holistic, engaged approach to empowering families on their journey to self-sufficiency. Rooted in an understanding of the institutional forces that prevent families from moving forward, it also equips staff with the mindset, tools, and skills to work with families holistically towards financial wellness. Join us on March 27 for a deeper […]

A culture of training and capacity building is essential for a strong tripartite board.  Join this Organizational Standards Center of Excellence webinar to learn more about structure and content for board orientations, developing a board training strategy, topics and resources to consider for conducting board trainings, and how to conduct board evaluations.

An essential practice for ensuring the sustainability of human service programs is the implementation of a robust system of piloting, prototyping, and continuous quality improvement. Join us on April 3 for an introductory conversation on the how and why of taking programs to scale using this method. Attendees will develop a shared language around these […]

The Board has a unique opportunity and position in the community to increase awareness of Community Action and advocate on behalf of the agency’s mission.  Join this Organizational Standards Center of Excellence webinar to explore topics such as developing an advocacy agenda for your board, advocacy dos and don’ts, practical strategies for advocacy, and building board capacity to conduct advocacy.

This webinar will provide and overview of the 2019 Community Action Month Toolkit. Register

Barbara Mooney will offer practical insights and suggestions on the context for focus on community level work, using lessons that the Partnership learned from prior Learning Community Groups and working in the field. She will discuss definitions, points of clarification, ideas for further exploration and  resources, as well as identifying the sections of Module 3 of the CSBG Annual Report that support the development and reporting of this work.Presenter:  Dr. Barbara Mooney, Director of ANCRT & LCRC Subject Matter Expert

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Join us for a webinar that will cover strategies for addressing the needs of immigrant and migrant families. Register