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Nonprofit Staten Island (NPSI) is accepting applications to join our newly launched Nonprofit On-the-Go: Action Learning Cohort program. Spots are limited so submit your application soon!
Apply by Feb. 16 (11:59pm) for this invaluable opportunity to join a learning community of nonprofit professionals that will work to strategically address a current challenge they are facing, get personalized coaching, attend expert-led skills-building workshops, gain technical assistance, and more.
Thanks to our generous funders, this program is being offered at no cost to our participants!
More info + application: Nonprofit On-the-Go - Action Learning Cohorts
Questions? Reach out to Clara J. Park, Director of Member Engagement at clara@sinfpa.org.
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CUNY’s Internship to Employment aims to connect recently graduated students with a paid 12-week 35 hour a week internship with NYC small businesses with the aim of converting that internship into employment. CUNY covers the cost wages of the recently graduated student during the internship and will reimburse up to $8 an hour to the employer if they hire the intern for an additional 20 weeks.
This is your opportunity to become an employer with the program. There are students who have graduated from all majors and the employers are able to submit for various different roles they might need. This is the application for employers to participate. You can find more information on their website which was recently updated: HERE
The application for Employers ends February 9th.
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HAPPENING TOMORROW, Feb. 10: | |
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Begin your journey toward empowering and uplifting this generation of leaders through education. Step into the exciting opportunities awaiting you at our upcoming Career Fair!
📅 Saturday, February 10, 2024
🕔 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
📍 1441 South Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10314
How to Participate:
• RSVP below before the event date.
• Bring a friend! Share our RSVP form with someone who you think might be a great fit.
• Don't forget your resume! We suggest that participants bring more than one copy.
Can’t make this date? Complete this form for updates on future events!
For more, visit: https://integrationcharterschools.org/careers/
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You were awarded the grant! Yay! Now what?
Tuesday, February 13 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Learn to apply strategic planning skills to succeed in meeting or exceeding new grant requirements (and get that grant extension/renewal)!
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Attract more funding with the new 2024 Seals of Transparency
February 13, 2024 | 1:00-1:45pm ET
Live webinar
Candid Seals of Transparency give donors the information they need to make giving decisions. Join our free webinar on February 13 to get tips on how to earn the latest 2024 Seals and how they can help you attract funders and boost your fundraising strategies. Earning a 2024 Seal only takes a few simple steps and it’s free.
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Let’s Talk About Advocacy
February 15, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET
Nonprofit New York and the Advocacy Institute will convene the sector for a half-day learning summit promoting nonprofit advocacy. Our democracy, public policy, and civic discourse are strengthened when nonprofits engage in issue-based advocacy. But too often, the complexity of the rules and costs of compliance keep nonprofits on the sidelines. We believe nonprofit voices and perspectives lead to better policies. Elected officials should want to hear from the communities they represent. Three informative panels will be offered. Register Here.
Questions about the summit? Contact Policy & Advocacy Coordinator, Thara Duclosel
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Feb. 15, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM, Virtual: 2024 NY State Budget Analysis with Citizens Budget Commission
NPSI Members FREE with code: NPWNF24
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BBB Charity Effectiveness Symposium XVIII- The Power of Community: Building Authentic Relationships with Supporters
Tuesday, February 27 | 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM EST
Our discussion theme will be how to reach and engage the new generation of donors and supporters, with a special emphasis on diversity and belonging. Donor giving in the U.S. has dipped significantly in recent years, and nonprofit supporter motivations have been changing. We can all learn more about how to rebuild a powerful sense of community as a basis for ongoing support.
Referral Center Spotlight
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The Staten Island Chamber of Commerce is hosting a FREE workshop on February 27 at our offices. This workshop, entitled "Labor Laws: What Every Small Business Needs to Know for 2024," will feature Chaya Gourarie, Partner at Bell Law Group, and will cover topics such as:
- Updates in Wage and Hour Law – Exemptions, Misclassification, Mandatory Notices, and Manual Workers
- Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Prevention in the Workplace
- Decoding Family Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”), Paid Family Leave (“PFL”), and New York Sick Time Laws
This workshop is FREE and highly recommended for any business type or size. Click here to register now.
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February Member Orientation
Wednesday, February 28 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST
Join Antony Colon, Nonprofit New York’s Membership Manager, to review your membership benefits and ask questions. This session is great as a refresher for those who want to inquire about updates, upcoming events, and learn how to access member resources. We encourage you to invite any new staff or board members who would like to learn more. Register Here.
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$150 Million New York Forward Loan Fund 2
The $150 million New York Forward Loan Fund 2 program will provide flexible loans to NYS small businesses and nonprofits. Qualified recipients can apply for loans up to $150,000 with affordable, fixed-rate interest rates.
Pre-apply here
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Program Preservation: Ways to Reduce Costs in Challenging Times - Subleasing and Desk Rentals for Nonprofits
Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Online webinar
Presenters: Hedwig O'Hara, Legal Director, and Lori Moses, Senior Staff Attorney
As part of the “new normal” many organizations have a hybrid workforce. You may be paying high rent for underutilized space. If your organization is experiencing financial strain and seeking a way to cut expenses, reducing your lease expense may be an option. However, the barriers presented by unequal bargaining power make negotiating with the landlord a challenging proposition for many nonprofits. Before speaking to your landlord, you should assess your situation. Does subleasing space make sense for your organization? Is renting out desk space a viable option considering the nature of your activities? In this webinar, you will get tips on how to assess your situation from a business and legal perspective. We will cover the factors you should take into consideration when making this critical decision and how Lawyers Alliance volunteers can help.
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🌟 Attention Nonprofit
Human Resource Professionals: 🌟
We want to hear from you!
Please complete the following survey: http://tinyurl.com/NPSIHR24
This survey is your opportunity to influence the direction of the Nonprofit Staten Island Human Resource Affinity Group! Your insights are invaluable, and we are eager to customize our monthly peer exchanges based on your preferences.
We appreciate your commitment to our community and eagerly anticipate shaping a program that truly resonates with your needs. Together, let's foster a thriving network of HR professionals!
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2024 Nonprofit Compensation Survey Open Now!
Complete Nonprofit New York's 2024 Nonprofit Compensation Survey! This survey aims to produce a valuable resource for nonprofits that will provide insight into compensation trends, including salary and benefits across the broader sector, which will help guide organizations in their compensation strategies. Your contribution to this survey will ensure Nonprofit New York can provide a thorough and comprehensive analysis. Please see below for more details.
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Individuals who fill out the survey on behalf of their organization will receive a FREE copy of the report - a $350 value!
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It only takes 15-40 minutes to complete, and the survey will be open until February 16, 2024.
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All contact information is confidential and will not be disclosed in the analysis or report. Survey results will be reported in the aggregate and will not be attributed to individual organizations.
- Organizations based in the five boroughs of NYC, Westchester, and Long Island with at least one paid staff member are eligible to fill out the survey.
Link to survey: 2024 Nonprofit Compensation Survey (tfaforms.com)
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Upcoming Events & Opportunities | We are excited to share news, upcoming events, and various opportunities at Nonprofit Staten Island and across our membership! |
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The Village A Chance in Life is excited to invite you to participate in our upcoming Galetine's Day Event on February 13th from 11 AM to 2 PM.
The Galetine's Day Event is a celebration aimed at empowering women and fostering a sense of confidence and well-being within our community. We believe that coming together to support one another can make a significant impact on individual lives, and we are seeking volunteers and collaborators like you to help us make this event a success.
We are reaching out to individuals who are passionate about contributing to the community and making a positive impact on the lives of women. We are looking for volunteers who can host and participate in various stations throughout the event. These stations include:
- Manicure
- Makeup
- Hair styling
- Chair Massage
- Dress/fashion tips
- Photography
- Nutrition tips
- Exercise
If you have a particular skill or expertise in any of these areas and would like to share your talents, or if you are interested in volunteering for any station, we would love to have you on board. Your involvement will play a crucial role in creating a memorable and empowering experience for our community.
Additionally, we are actively seeking sponsors to support our event. If you or your organization would like to contribute as a sponsor, please let us know, and we can provide you with more details on the benefits of sponsorship.
Your commitment to this event will not only make a positive impact on the lives of the women in our community but will also contribute to the overall success of Galetine's Day.
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Save the Date: March 6 JustPay Albany Advocacy Day
Mark your calendars! HSC's JustPay Advocacy Day in Albany will take place on Wednesday, March 6th at the State Capitol. You and your human services workers are invited to join HSC for a full day of visiting the offices of State legislators to tell them about our JustPay State asks. We will share a sign-up form and Manager Outreach Toolkit this week to help you with worker outreach.
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The deadline for the 2024 application submissions is 12am on February 28th. | |
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Apply by February 16: RWJF Grant for Policy Research on Immigrant Families and Children
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is awarding up to six grants of $30,000-$450,000 over 1-3 years to fund research on policies that can advance the full social, economic, and civic inclusion of immigrant children and families. Letters of intent are due by Friday, February 16 at 3:00pm.
Determine your eligibility and apply here.
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The March 1 deadline is coming up to apply to receive a CitizensNYC grant in 2024!
Learn more about our two grant programs and apply today:
Community Leaders Grant: Grants of up to $3,000 to community building projects carried out by resident-led groups to improve neighborhood life, strengthen local leadership, and scale community partnerships.
Neighborhood Business Grant: Grants of up to $5,000 for small businesses who are “doing well by doing good” in their neighborhood. These awards can provide funding to support the wide range of initiatives your business undertakes to positively impact your community, especially those that are custom-tailored to meet the local needs you see.
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The Mayor’s Office of Contract Services has recently made changes to the Returnable Grant Fund (RGF) program that streamline the application and expand eligibility criteria for receiving interest-free loans. If your organization needs support meeting critical expenses while contracting with the City, please visit the RGF page on the MOCS website for the new application and instructions on how to apply! |
Nonprofit Security Grant Program
The Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) provides funding support for target hardening and other physical security enhancements and activities to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk of terrorist attack. The intent is to integrate nonprofit preparedness activities with broader state and local preparedness efforts. It is also designed to promote coordination and collaboration in emergency preparedness activities among public and private community representatives, as well as state and local government agencies.
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ATTENTION Cultural institutions: There is a grant opportunity through the Public Humanities Projects program! This initiative supports projects that bring humanities ideas to life for diverse audiences via engaging public programming. Emphasizing engagement with humanities scholarship, projects explore significant themes in history, literature, ethics, and art history.
Awards are designed to reach broad and diverse public audiences in non-classroom settings across the United States. The program supports projects in three categories—Exhibitions, Historic Places, and Humanities Discussions—offering funding at two levels: Planning and Implementation. Consider integrating complementary components, like a museum exhibition accompanied by a website or mobile app.
Project topics can be international, national, regional, or local in focus. Local projects should connect to broader themes or historical questions of regional or national relevance. If your project doesn't address wider regional or national concerns, explore local funding sources, such as state humanities councils.
Award amounts vary based on the project’s scope and expected audiences, with a special encouragement for small and mid-sized organizations to apply. Tailor your humanities project for specific groups, including families, youth (K-12 students in informal educational settings), underserved communities, and veterans.
Don't miss this opportunity to bring your cultural institution's vision to life and apply today!
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Nonprofit Events Community Calendar
Check out more upcoming Staten Island Nonprofit Events on our FREE online Nonprofit Events Calendar.
Remember to add your events to the Staten Island Nonprofit Events & Fundraisers Community Calendar here.
Have an event you'd like us to share in our newsletter?
Email all event info to Clara@sinfpa.org 5-6 days in advance of our biweekly newsletter.
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