
September 17, 2024 @ 2:30 PM - 9:00 PM
$30 – $100
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM Introduction to Grantscape & Database Research Tools
Library Tour & Workshop with Bryan Thomas Hissong,* Community Engagement Manager, Frederick County Public Libraries.
This hands-on session will be held at FCPL, 110 East Patrick St., Frederick, MD
*Bryan Hissong has worked in Maryland libraries for over 20 years. He currently holds the position of Community Engagement Manager for Frederick County Public Libraries, focusing on the development of programming, partnerships, and outreach opportunities. Bryan works closely with a variety of organizations in Frederick county, furthering the library’s vision of creating an informed, empowered, and vibrant community.
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Recalibrate Your Events to Fuel Year-Round Fundraising Join fundraising master trainer, Chad Barger, ACFRE, ACNP, for a workshop focused on getting the most out of your organization’s special events. Chad will review the true purpose and ideal revenue model for events and how to make them even more worthwhile by converting event attendees to annual donors. He will also provide some real world examples of unique fundraising events that have broken the mold and became donor favorites (as well as some tips for virtual/hybrid events). It’s an “all things events” presentation and everything is on the table.
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Grant Writing & Tools for RFPs and Grant Budget Basics This interactive double workshop with Michelle Nusam-Smith* will cover proposal writing and creating budgets for both non-profits and individuals. Get ready to dig deep into real world case study and learn effective skills and tools for achieving your goals and missions.
*Michelle Nusum-Smith is owner and principal consultant at The Word Woman LLC. A licensed consultant, coach and trainer, Michelle helps nonprofits, government agencies, and individuals develop the skills, knowledge and resources to achieve their goals. She is licensed to offer consulting services for the Standards for Excellence® program and has the knowledge, skills and tools necessary to work with nonprofits across the country interested in learning about and implementing the Standards for Excellence code.