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EBCF Building
Effective Fundraising for Board Members

Presented by Kim Klein, author of "Reliable Fundraising in Unreliable Times" and "Fundraising for Social Change."


EBCF is offering a program to strengthen the leadership of local nonprofit organizations in our community. Join us for this training which is aimed at those serving on governing boards of nonprofit organizations.

Hone your Board's fundraising skills through highly actionable, readily implementable tips and best practices.

  • How to raise money and identify funding sources during tough economic times.
  • How your fundraising efforts can promote your organization's mission.
  • Tips to deal with common fears about asking for money.
  • Why board members have to set the pace with regard to fundraising.


This content is specifically crafted for Board members.

Two sessions are being offered:

Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Seminar: 4:30 - 6:00 pm; Reception: 6:00-7:00 pm
East Bay Community Foundation
The James Irvine Foundation Conference Center
353 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Oakland, CA 94612

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Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Registration & Breakfast: 8:00 - 8:30 am; Seminar: 8:30-10:00 am
Lafayette Library and Learning Center
3491 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette, CA 94549

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AFP
Selected Sessions from the Association of Fundraising Professionals 2010 Web/Audioconference Series

The Challenging Changes of Capital Campaigns

May 6, 2010
10:00 – 11:30 AM

Mary Doorley, ACFRE

50 Asks in 50 Weeks: How to Jumpstart Your Small Development Office

June 9, 2010
10:00 – 11:30 AM

Amy M. Eisenstein, MPA, CFRE

Developing A Planned Giving Marketing Plan

July 27, 2010
10:00 – 11:30 AM

Timothy D. Logan, ACFRE

Power Shift: Secrets to Success in the Digital Donor-Centric World

September 23, 2010
10:00 – 11:30 AM

Vinay Bhagat

Annual Campaign - Raising More Money with Fewer Resources

October 7, 2010
10:00 – 11:30 AM

Erik J. Daubert MBA, ACFRE

Charity or Social Service Business? The Road to Sustainability!

November 16, 2010
10:00 – 11:30 AM

Jean Block

AFP Think Tank: The Law and Nonprofits

December 9, 2010
10:00 – 11:30 AM

This Web/Audioconference series is presented locally by Mechanics Bank, the Association of Fundraising Professionals–Golden Gate Chapter, and the Development Executives Roundtable. Thanks to these sponsors, the broadcasts will be shown free of charge at the East Bay Community Foundation, located on Frank H. Ogawa Plaza in Oakland. For more information, or to register, contact at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (510) 208-0819.

All sessions qualify for CFRE continuing education credits.

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Investment Seminar
Cash for Employers
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM


Welcoming Remarks:
Nicole Taylor, President & CEO, East Bay Community Foundation
Wil Hardee, President & CEO, Oakland African American Chamber of Commerce
Jennie Ong, Executive Director, Oakland Chinatown Chamber of Commerce
Felix Galaviz, CEO, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Alameda County

Presenters:
Mike Hannigan, Give Something Back
Ernesto Rivas, Alameda County Social Services Agency
Bill Heiser, Urban Strategies Council
Susana Villarreal, City of Oakland
Lisa Forti, Alameda County Community Asset Network, Urban Strategies Council

Closing Remarks:
Jenna Payne, Inner City Advisors

Co-hosted with the Office of Mayor Dellums, Oakland African American Chamber of Commerce, Oakland Chinatown Chamber of Commerce, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Alameda County, Alameda County, Urban Strategies Council, Oakland Merchants Leadership Forum, Inner City Advisors and Oakland Private Industry Council, Inc.


Join us and learn about cost saving opportunities that can help entrepreneurs with their bottom line. Learn about new stimulus wage reimbursement programs, enterprise zone benefits, employee training resources, hiring incentives, employee savings programs and other ways that business owners can access and save money.

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Special thanks to The Clorox Company Foundation for their generous support of this event.

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New Research: Job Opportunities for Underemployed

Our new study financed by the Ford Foundation, “Putting the East Bay to Work: Sustainable Jobs for the Underemployed,” features recommendations to provide employment for those with limited English skills, those no longer eligible for foster care because of their age, and those recently incarcerated.
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It's Here: New Stimulus Funds Finder Up & Running

If you’re a non-profit or faith-based organization searching for federal stimulus funds – where they are, what they can be used for, who’s eligible to apply and how to apply – try our new, easy-to-use stimulus funds finder.
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Strengthening Economics of East Bay Arts

We’re one of five foundations helping to form and support a four-city collaboration in the East Bay aimed at strengthening the economic dynamics of the area’s large and well-known arts community.
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Our Radical Idea

Our Radical Idea

With our commitment to 2020 for helping young children succeed and for the economic advancement of individuals and families, we’re breaking the mold. Hear why National Public Radio got interested in our commitment -- and our solutions. Learn More >>