Puppies Inside(r)! 🐾

Happy National Love Your Pet Day from the NPP Pups, Icky and Ash, along with the Bratton family guinea pig! Make sure to give your pets all the love today ❤

Fundraising Academy: In-Person Session

Ready to dive into the world of nonprofit fundraising? Enroll in the Fundraising Academy, a training course with over four hours of content crafted for nonprofit professionals and Board Members.

For those seeking a more hands-on experience, don't miss our optional in-person deep dive session on April 10th—an exclusive opportunity to refine your skills and connect with peers in the field. Secure your spot now, as registration will close two weeks before the in-person session to ensure participants have ample time to complete the online coursework.

Course pricing beings at $300 for online access and $325 for the combined online and in-person experience for members. Non-members are also welcome to enroll, with pricing outlined on our website. Learn more and register here.

Full participation in the Fundraising Academy is applicable for 4.5 points in Category 1.B - Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.

Upcoming Events

.Woman @ Work Group Event.

Pioneers to Protégés:

A Women's Leadership Celebration

March 8, 2024 | 9-10:30 a.m.

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.New & Reconnecting Members.

Bridge to Benefits:

NPP’s Member Meet & Greet

March 12, 2024 | 9-10 a.m.

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.Special Invitation.

Hot Topics in Employment Law &

How Knox Law Can Help

March 8, 2024 | 9-10:30 a.m.

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Celebrate Your Nonprofit CEO or Executive Director

Do you have an outstanding nonprofit CEO or Executive Director deserving of recognition? The Nonprofit Excellence Awards' CEO of the Year Award celebrates a CEO/ED with exceptional leadership and community impact through their nonprofit work.

The nomination period is open now until March 29th. Learn more about all award opportunities here.

The Erie Community Foundation is Hiring!

Chief Financial Officer, March 31 Deadline
Marketing & Communications Associate, March 8 Deadline

Learn more at the NPP Job Board.

Donation Drop

The Millcreek Township School District has textbooks available for donation:

Spotlight on Music – 0-02-295675-1 (qty = 86)
Share the Music – 0-02-295052-4 (qty = 66)

Contact Lori Spizarny at spizarny@mtsd.org if interested.

Looking for an outlet to share your volunteer opportunities?

Submit your volunteer opportunities and service projects to our digital volunteer board, Service for the Soul! This platform is provided as a benefit of NPP membership to gather recurring, group, one-time, kid-friendly, and various other openings in a centralized location. Additionally, posts on the board may be featured on our social networks. Share your volunteer openings here!

#FundingFocus

Erie Community Foundation's Erie Womens Fund Major Grant Cycle

Letters of Intent Due: March 8th, 2024

Grants from $75,000 to $100,000

Grants for nonprofits that address specific needs for women including childcare, food insecurity, health/healthcare, housing, and workforce training/education.

Erie Community Foundation Hear Erie's Youth Grant

Application Deadline: March 14th, 2024

Grants up to $10,000

Grants for nonprofits with projects addressing the needs of youth in the community. All youth projects will be considered, with a special emphasis on bullying, cyberbullying, internet safety, vaping, and mentorship.

Did you know?

NPP Members can find a listing of even more grant opportunities

in the Member Portal. Check it out!

This week, we're shining a spotlight on Trina Walker from TLW Strategy in our Consultant Directory. With over 25 years of experience dedicated to advancing nonprofit missions, Trina specializes in:

Vision, Mission, and Strategic Planning
Leadership and Team Development
Improving Meetings and Communications
and more!

As the founder and lead consultant of TLW Strategy, Trina is all about making a positive impact on purpose-driven organizations. She's worked in various sectors, including healthcare, advertising, consulting, education, and religious and cultural organizations.

NPP members, now is your chance to use your complimentary 30-minute consultation and see how Trina can help your organization. Schedule your consultation or view the full directory here.

#NonprofitJobs

Executive Director with the Erie Cancer Wellness Center
Director of Development with the Catholic Charities Counseling and Adoption Services
Director of Gardens & Greenspace with the Sisters of St. Joseph Neighborhood Network
Communications and Technical Support Specialist with the Northwest Institute of Research
Marketing Director with the Catholic Foundation of Northwest Pennsylvania
Director of Health Professions Training/Operations Manager with the Northwest PA Area Health Education Center
Arts Education Program Officer with Erie Arts & Culture

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Special thank you to our valued Associate Members: