Maryland Nonprofits

Apply today for the Nonprofit Basics Accelerator Cohort! Starting August 21, 2024, this virtual six-part series, based on Maryland Nonprofits’ Standards for Excellence, equips new leaders with essential skills for nonprofit management.

Complete all sessions and homework to qualify for Standards Basics Recognition. Don’t miss this opportunity! ˃˃ https://bit.ly/4c0NvNv

If you are an NDC member, you can apply today for the Nonprofit Basics NDC Cohort! ˃˃ https://bit.ly/3KRAtWE

Starting August 1, 2024, this virtual six-part primer, based on Maryland Nonprofits’ Standards for Excellence, equips new leaders with essential skills for nonprofit management.

Complete all sessions and homework to apply for Standards Basics Recognition. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!
˃˃ https://bit.ly/3KRAtWE

Huge thanks to Senator Ben Cardin, Senator Van Hollen, Congressman Steny Hoyer, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Congressman David Trone, and Congressman C.A. Dutch Ruppersberger for meeting with nonprofit advocates during the National Council of Nonprofits Lobby Day! Your engagement and commitment to Maryland's sector are invaluable.

We're currently advocating for enhanced data collection across nonprofits to better serve our communities. Join us in this crucial effort by contacting your legislators to support policies that improve nonprofit effectiveness. https://ow.ly/lulV50SreIb

We're excited to introduce new Back Office Services as part of our Accelerator Program!

These affordable options include creating a comprehensive fundraising assessment to refine your strategies, developing a customized development plan aligned with your goals, and working to enhance the partnership between your board and staff to boost fundraising efforts. Find out more >> https://ow.ly/eNQl50SouMq

If you're a new leader, this 6-part course will teach you the basics of operating, sustaining, & growing your organization!

This course is offered FREE to qualified applicants through the Nonprofit Accelerator Program - apply before July 17! ➡️ www.tfaforms.com/5127347

The Office of the National Ombudsman is a voice for small businesses and nonprofits that have concerns about the implementation of federal regulations. It is a free and valuable resource, so this is a webinar you won’t want to miss!
Register! https://bit.ly/3Xh54ED

The Licensed Consultant Program training application deadline is just around the corner. Attendees find that completing the training enables them to expand their consulting businesses. They gain an extensive knowledge of nonprofit standards, which allows them to support more community organizations.

Training is Nov. 18-20 in Baltimore, MD. Apply today: https://bit.ly/LCT-2024 Deadline is July 7, 2024

Our 2024 Member and Volunteer Appreciation Party last week was a success! Thank you to all of you who joined us. Also thank you to the sponsors that made this event possible: MarylandSaves, Capital One, Connelly and Assoc. Fundraising, LLC., Maryland Health Connection and Venlu Cloud Consulting.

We were pleased to welcome D. Paul Monteiro, Jr.,, J.D., Secretary of Service & Civic Innovation, to help us recognize our volunteers, the very heart of the nonprofit sector. We hope you had a wonderful evening, just as we did!

📸 Shay Potter.

A huge thanks to our amazing 2024 Member and Volunteer Appreciation Party sponsors. We are grateful for your unwavering commitment and partnership!

We warmly thank our 2024 Member and Volunteer Appreciation Party sponsor, MarylandSaves for the incredible support! Your generosity and commitment have made this event possible and truly special!

Last week we partnered with the Comptroller of Maryland to host the first-ever “Bridging Communities” Nonprofit conference, at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, UMBC.

It was a huge success! We're excited to partner with government to help them more efficiently and effectively serve Maryland's historically marginalized communities.

Join Maryland Latinos Unidos for the "Pathways to Progress: Advancing Latino Health and Environmental Equity Summit", a half-day, in-person summit aimed at catalyzing change in Latine health and environmental equity across Maryland.

June 18th, at Loyola University Maryland ˃˃ https://bit.ly/MLUSummit

The 2024 Licensed Consultant Training will be held in person in Baltimore, MD, from November 18-20.

This training equips consultants with the expertise and ability to guide nonprofits through the Standards for Excellence. Participants benefit from learning alongside a group of talented peers.

More information and application: https://bit.ly/LCT-2024

The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024 (H.R.8467) is advancing in the House, and the Rural Prosperity and Food Security Act of 2024 is expected in the Senate. These bills should aim to support Maryland’s nonprofits and marginalized communities by fostering justice and equity in federal food and agriculture policy.

Read all about it in our latest blog post ˃˃
https://www.marylandnonprofits.org/building-a-better-farm-bill-for-equity-and-justice/

Did you register already for our amazing, super special 2024 Member and Volunteer Appreciation Party? It’s going to be a great evening of connecting, celebrating, and having fun. We can’t wait to see you there!

➡️Register today: https://bit.ly/3XklHPR

Join us for an enlightening town hall event hosted by Maryland Nonprofits in collaboration with the Maryland Association of Resources for Families & Youth (MARFY), featuring Special Secretary Carmel Martin from the Governor's Office for Children ˃˃ https://bit.ly/3UX4YPr

💭 Imagine that there is a need in the community:

💡 and a group of friends and family stepped up...
💡 formed a nonprofit...
💡 and organized a response to that need!

🔴 However: does that group represent everyone the governing board needs to propel the mission forward?

Join us for this , on June 13, to learn how to build a foundation upon which the organization’s Board can grow and thrive! ➡️ https://bit.ly/3UPtXnX

Did you catch our CEO, Heather Iliff, on the radio this week? If you missed her interview with 93.1 WPOC iHeartMedia Baltimore, don't worry; you can find the recording here!: https://lnkd.in/eEjdTRxQ

Nonprofit consultants, apply to the Standards for Excellence Institute 2024 Licensed Consultant Training program now! One of the many reasons to participate in this “wonderfully enriching and robust training experience” is the “excellent and knowledgeable” presenters.

This training is an exclusive professional development initiative available annually to a limited number of qualified applicants. It will be held in person in Baltimore, MD, from November 18-20. Scholarships are available. Learn more: bit.ly/LCT-2024

Don't miss the >> May 22 deadline

Join Maryland Latinos Unidos in a conversation about the pressing issue of environmental injustice and its impact on Latine communities in Maryland. Register today! ˃˃ https://bit.ly/MLU_May24_PPS

⚡🔋 Get ready for the 2024 Advocacy Recharge, on May 20, where dynamic panels and breakout sessions will guide our reflection on key issues from the Maryland General Assembly session and propel us towards Maryland’s equitable future ˃˃ https://bit.ly/4b0vuye

Maryland Latinos Unidos Maryland Association of Resources for Families and Youth Maryland Health Care for All! Maryland Center on Economic Policy Health Care for the Homeless Independent Sector Laurel Advocacy & Referral Services, Inc. Public Justice Center Baltimore County Department of Health and Human Services Maryland LCV Maryland Philanthropy Network Maryland Department of Juvenile Services

Attention nonprofit consultants: The Standards For Excellence Institute 2024 Licensed Consultant Training application is now live!
This training is an exclusive professional development initiative available annually to a limited number of qualified applicants. It will be held in person in Baltimore, MD, from November 18-20.
A former participant describes the training as “one of the most comprehensive and practical training courses I’ve attended in my professional career.”
>> Learn more: bit.ly/LCT-2024

Gender diversity is ancient but most people aren’t learning that in school. During this conversation, Tavi Hawn, founder of Reclaim & Rise Therapy, will share examples of gender diversity in a number of cultures and connect current terminology and identities >> https://bit.ly/44d0b0K

⏰ Urgent: We need your support to ensure are recognized in the U.S. Bureau Of Labor Statistics data. Urge Senator Ben Cardin and Senator Van Hollen to support $8M in funding before 5 PM on May 10! 📢 Take action: bit.ly/BLSNPS

Join MARFY’s event "Addressing LGBTQIA+ Disparities in Child Welfare", on June 5! It is open to all, especially foster care youth & parents.
The event will tackle crucial issues of inequities in child welfare, discussing how identity intersects with challenges and crafting equitable solutions together >> https://bit.ly/4dn8WcG

With the topic "Nonprofits and Government Working Together", the Bridging Communities Conference, on June 6, is a collaborative effort to address the challenges faced by community-based nonprofits in accessing government resources and information on how to run and sustain their organizations.

It is a unique opportunity to address critical issues facing minority-led and minority-serving nonprofits ˃˃ https://bit.ly/3QzFeYc

Comptroller of Maryland Maryland Governor's Office of Community Initiatives United Way of Central Maryland Health Leadher

You're invited to the 2024 Maryland Nonprofits Member Appreciation Party! Come spend the evening with us, enjoy snacks and refreshments, and better understand what Maryland Nonprofits is all about.

📅 June 12, 2024
🏘️ Union Mill Courtyard

This event is open to current members and new friends interested in joining our community. We'll also be giving a shout-out to our amazing volunteers!

✨Secure your spot ˃˃ https://bit.ly/3WpWoeC

📢 Calling all experienced ! Join this forum for seasoned Nonprofit CEOs & Directors, next May 9. During this event, we'll share current challenges and best practices related to leading and operating a nonprofit >> https://bit.ly/3Uldac9