From awagner@mapnp.org Tue Feb 6 21:01:25 2001 From: awagner@mapnp.org (Amy Wagner) Date: Tue, 6 Feb 2001 15:01:25 -0600 Subject: [Map-Volunteer] MAP Volunteer News - Jan/Feb 2001 Message-ID: <002501c0907f$f863a4a0$6ced62d1@mapnp.org> Sorry to those of you that received a "test" message yesterday. We were testing this system and did not realize that any test messages would "leave the building." MAP VOLUNTEER NEWS - JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2001 NEW BOARD OPPORTUNITIES Check out our new board opportunities. They include: - Apple Tree Dental - Minnesota Fringe Festival - PEASE (Peers Enjoying a Sober Education) Academy For more information on ALL current board opportunities, use this link to access our web site. http://www.mapnp.org/Vol/bdnl.html BOARD TRAINING Board Leadership Orientations are offered twice a month at MAP. This interactive 2-hour session covers the basic roles and responsibilities of nonprofit board members. Click on this link to get an up to date schedule. http://www.mapnp.org/classes/index.html#anchor244538 If you are thinking of joining a nonprofit board or are a new nonprofit board member, please call Amanda Osgood at 651-647-1216 ext. 0 to register for board training. BOARD TRAINING CURRICULUM UPDATE MAP is in the process of updating its Board Leadership Orientation and we need your help. If you - Have participated in MAP’s Board Leadership Orientation and - Have been actively involved in a nonprofit board of directors for at least 6 months and - Have 10 minutes to provide feedback aimed at improving MAP’s Board Leadership Orientation Please contact Amy Wagner at 651-632-7237 or awagner@mapnp.org to provide input. NEW VOLUNTEER CONSULTING OPPORTUNITIES Looking for a project opportunity? Here are a few of our current ones: - Help nonprofit organizations complete their tax forms - Join MAP’s board recruitment team - Interpret and summarize data from a survey on domestic abuse - Tutor new Microsoft Access, internet and e-mail users For more information on ALL current project opportunities, use this link to access our web site. http://www.mapnp.org/Vol/volnl.html NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK - APRIL 22-28 MAP is considering hosting a volunteer recognition event on or around National Volunteer Week. This event would allow us to show our appreciation for our volunteers and give volunteers a chance to meet each other. Would you be interested in attending a happy hour event during late April? If so, please respond to this e-mail. This isn’t a RSVP, but simply a way to gauge interest. Thank you for your continued work with MAP! ________________________________________________________ SUBSCRIPTIONS TO VOLUNTEER NEWS We'll automatically send you VOLUNTEER NEWS every other month. If you do not want to receive future VOLUNTEER NEWS, send an email to: and in the body copy block, type UNSUBSCRIBE VOLUNTEER NEWS. To become a new subscriber, send an e-mail to: The body of the message should read: subscribe VOLUNTEER NEWS [your name here] ________________________________________________________ HOW TO CONTACT MAP: The Management Assistance Program for Nonprofits 2233 University Ave. W., Suite 360 St. Paul, MN 55114-1629 E-mail: mail@mapnp.org Web: http://www.mapnp.org Phone: 651/647-1216 FAX: 651/647-1369 From awagner@mapnp.org Mon Feb 12 18:35:23 2001 From: awagner@mapnp.org (Amy Wagner) Date: Mon, 12 Feb 2001 12:35:23 -0600 Subject: [Map-Volunteer] Don't open message - Here you have Message-ID: <000f01c09522$91000c20$6ced62d1@mapnp.org> A virus just infected my computer and began to send messages to everybody on my distribution lists. Please don't open any message from me with a subject like "Here you have..." Sorry! Amy Wagner Director, Board Recruitment and Volunteer Services MAP for Nonprofits 2233 University Ave. West Suite 360 St. Paul, MN 55114-1629 Phone: (651) 632-7237 Fax: (651) 647-1369 E-mail: awagner@mapnp.org Web site: www.mapnp.org From awagner@mapnp.org Wed Apr 4 15:15:12 2001 From: awagner@mapnp.org (Amy Wagner) Date: Wed, 4 Apr 2001 10:15:12 -0500 Subject: [Map-Volunteer] MAP VOLUNTEER NEWS Message-ID: <000601c0bd1a$0c07a1c0$6ced62d1@mapnp.org> MAP VOLUNTEER NEWS - MARCH/APRIL 2001 NEW BOARD OPPORTUNITIES Check out the new board opportunities. They include: - Ballet Minnesota - Project Foundation (homeless teen program) - Wildlife Science Center For more information on these and other board opportunities, please use this link to access our web site. http://www.mapnp.org/Vol/bdnl.html TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES To register for any of these training sessions, contact Amanda Osgood at 651-647-1216 ext. 0. BOARD TRAINING Board Leadership Orientations are offered twice a month at MAP. This interactive 2-hour session covers the basic roles and responsibilities of nonprofit board members. Click on this link to get an up-to-date schedule. http://www.mapnp.org/classes/index.html#anchor244538 BOARD CHAIR TRAINING Board Chair Training is offered twice a year at MAP. This in-depth training covers topics for the new or more experienced board chair including: How to run a meeting; Handling conflict; Reaching consensus; Fundraising; Board vs. staff roles; and Establishing a nominating committee. Cost is $50 and dinner is provided. Next session is Wednesday, June 13 from 4-8 p.m. PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION Have you seen proof of payment of your organization's 941s? Do you know when your Federal Form 990 is due? Is your organization in compliance with the Attorney General's Office of Minnesota? What is your personal responsibility as a board member? If you don't know the answer to these questions, sign up for this new board training. For $50, you can save your organization thousands in fines and protect yourself from personal liability. Next session is Wednesday, April 25, 7:30-8:30 a.m. at MAP. CONSULTING IN THE NONPROFIT SECTOR Consulting in the Nonprofit Sector is offered monthly at MAP. This interactive 2-hour workshop covers relevant topics including: Benefits of volunteer consulting with nonprofit organizations, Similarities and differences in for-profit and nonprofit organizations; MAP consulting process; Role and expectations of volunteer consultants; and Resources available through MAP. This training is free for MAP consultants and is only open to MAP consultants. Upcoming sessions: Wednesday, May 2, 8-10 a.m.; Thursday, June 7, 8-10 a.m.; and Thursday, July 12, 8-10 a.m. NEW VOLUNTEER CONSULTING OPPORTUNITIES Looking for a project opportunity? Here are a few of our current ones: - Help nonprofit organizations complete their tax forms - Develop a marketing/communication plan for a newly-formed nonprofit organization - Design a survey and analyze results to determine right mix of services For more information on these and other current project opportunities, please use this link to access our web site. http://www.mapnp.org/Vol/volnl.html Thank you for your continued work with MAP! ________________________________________________________ SUBSCRIPTIONS TO VOLUNTEER NEWS We'll automatically send you VOLUNTEER NEWS every other month. If you do not want to receive future VOLUNTEER NEWS, send an email to: and in the body copy block, type UNSUBSCRIBE VOLUNTEER NEWS. To become a new subscriber, send an e-mail to: The body of the message should read: subscribe VOLUNTEER NEWS [your name here] ________________________________________________________ HOW TO CONTACT MAP: The Management Assistance Program for Nonprofits 2233 University Ave. W., Suite 360 St. Paul, MN 55114-1629 E-mail: mail@mapnp.org Web: http://www.mapnp.org Phone: 651/647-1216 FAX: 651/647-1369 _______________________________________________ From awagner@mapnp.org Mon May 21 18:06:54 2001 From: awagner@mapnp.org (Amy Wagner) Date: Mon, 21 May 2001 13:06:54 -0500 Subject: [Map-Volunteer] MAP VOLUNTEER NEWS - MAY/JUNE 2001 Message-ID: <001701c0e220$d1a5aaa0$6ced62d1@mapnp.org> NEW BOARD OPPORTUNITIES Check out the new board opportunities. They include: - Ethnic Dance Theatre - Minnesota Stroke Association - The Refuge Network - ElderZest For more information on these and other board opportunities, please use this link to access our web site. http://www.mapnp.org/Vol/bdnl.html NEW VOLUNTEER CONSULTING OPPORTUNITIES Looking for a project opportunity? Here are a few of our current ones: - HR Generalists needed for a variety of short-term consulting projects - Legal professionals needed for short-term consulting projects - PR/Communications consultant needed to work with employment advocacy group - Graphic designer needed to develop brochure to be used nation-wide For more information on these and other current project opportunities, please use this link to access our web site. http://www.mapnp.org/Vol/volnl.html *** ANOTHER WAY TO HELP... *** DONATE DOLLARS TO MAP WITHOUT OPENING YOUR WALLET! Did you know that your employer may make a financial contribution to MAP because you volunteer with MAP? This is an additional way for you to help create a strong nonprofit sector that is effective in meeting the needs of our community. Please find out if your employer has a "dollars for doers" program. Your participation is greatly appreciated. *** TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES *** To register for any of these training sessions, contact Amanda Osgood at 651-647-1216 ext. 0. BOARD TRAINING Board Leadership Orientations are offered twice a month at MAP. This 2-hour interactive session covers the basic roles and responsibilities of nonprofit board members. Click on this link to get an up-to-date schedule. http://www.mapnp.org/classes/index.html#anchor244538 BOARD CHAIR TRAINING Board Chair Training is offered twice a year at MAP. This in-depth training covers topics for the new or more experienced board chair including: How to run a meeting; Handling conflict; Reaching consensus; Fundraising; Board vs. staff roles; and Establishing a nominating committee. Cost is $50 and dinner is provided. Next session is Wednesday, June 13 from 4-8 p.m. CONSULTING IN THE NONPROFIT SECTOR Consulting in the Nonprofit Sector is offered monthly at MAP. This 2-hour interactive workshop covers relevant topics including: Benefits of volunteer consulting with nonprofit organizations, Similarities and differences in for-profit and nonprofit organizations; MAP consulting process; Role and expectations of volunteer consultants; and Resources available through MAP. This training is free for MAP consultants and is only open to MAP consultants. Upcoming sessions: Thursday, June 7, 8-10 a.m.; Thursday, July 12, 8-10 a.m.; and Wednesday, August 22, 8-10 a.m. Last year MAP worked with more than 700 volunteers. Thank you for all you do! ________________________________________________________ SUBSCRIPTIONS TO VOLUNTEER NEWS We'll automatically send you VOLUNTEER NEWS every other month. If you do not want to receive future VOLUNTEER NEWS, send an email to: and in the body copy block, type UNSUBSCRIBE VOLUNTEER NEWS. To become a new subscriber, send an e-mail to: The body of the message should read: subscribe VOLUNTEER NEWS [your name here] ________________________________________________________ HOW TO CONTACT MAP: The Management Assistance Program for Nonprofits 2233 University Ave. W., Suite 360 St. Paul, MN 55114-1629 E-mail: mail@mapnp.org Web: http://www.mapnp.org Phone: 651/647-1216 FAX: 651/647-1369 _______________________________________________ From awagner@mapnp.org Wed Jul 18 18:45:07 2001 From: awagner@mapnp.org (Amy Wagner) Date: Wed, 18 Jul 2001 13:45:07 -0500 Subject: [Map-Volunteer] MAP Volunteer News Message-ID: <001501c10fb9$c484f9e0$6b00000a@mapnp.org> NEW BOARD OPPORTUNITIES Check out the new board opportunities. They include: - African American Family Services - Hearing and Service Dogs of Minnesota - United Cerebral Palsy of Minnesota For more information on these and other board opportunities, please use this link to access our web site. http://www.mapnp.org/Vol/bdnl.html NEW VOLUNTEER CONSULTING OPPORTUNITIES Looking for a project opportunity? Here are a couple of our current ones: - Volunteers needed to join MAP's board recruitment team - Marketing/communications consultant needed to develop communication plan For more information on these and other current project opportunities, please use this link to access our web site. http://www.mapnp.org/Vol/volnl.html *** TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES *** To register for any of these training sessions, contact Amanda Osgood at 651-647-1216 ext. 0. BOARD TRAINING Board Leadership Orientations are offered twice a month at MAP. This 2-hour interactive session covers the basic roles and responsibilities of nonprofit board members. Click on this link to get an up-to-date schedule. http://www.mapnp.org/classes/index.html#anchor244538 CONSULTING IN THE NONPROFIT SECTOR Consulting in the Nonprofit Sector is offered monthly at MAP. This 2-hour interactive workshop covers relevant topics including: Benefits of volunteer consulting with nonprofit organizations, Similarities and differences in for-profit and nonprofit organizations; MAP consulting process; Role and expectations of volunteer consultants; and Resources available through MAP. This training is free for MAP consultants and is only open to MAP consultants. Upcoming sessions: Wednesday, August 22, 8-10 a.m.; and Wednesday, September 26, 8-10 a.m. Last year MAP worked with more than 700 volunteers. Thank you for all you do! ________________________________________________________ SUBSCRIPTIONS TO VOLUNTEER NEWS We will automatically send you VOLUNTEER NEWS every other month. If you do not want to receive future VOLUNTEER NEWS, send an email to: and in the body copy block, type UNSUBSCRIBE VOLUNTEER NEWS. To become a new subscriber, click on this link and sign-up. http://www.mapnp.org/Subscribe/VolNews.html ________________________________________________________ HOW TO CONTACT MAP: The Management Assistance Program for Nonprofits 2233 University Ave. W., Suite 360 St. Paul, MN 55114-1629 E-mail: mail@mapnp.org Web: http://www.mapnp.org Phone: 651/647-1216 FAX: 651/647-1369 From awagner@mapnp.org Fri Sep 21 18:41:35 2001 From: awagner@mapnp.org (Amy Wagner) Date: Fri, 21 Sep 2001 13:41:35 -0500 Subject: [Map-Volunteer] MAP Volunteer Opportunities Message-ID: <001901c142cd$0bd19ce0$6b00000a@mapnp.org> *** Volunteer Opportunities *** In the aftermath of our nation's tragedy, many people are looking for ways to help. Serving on a nonprofit board of directors and providing nonprofit consulting services are excellent ways to contribute to the community. Please consider the current board and consulting opportunities available through MAP. NEW BOARD OPPORTUNITIES include: - Phyllis Wheatley Community Center - Cheerful Givers - Shakespeare in the Park For more information on these and other board opportunities, please use this link to access our web site. http://www.mapnp.org/Vol/bdnl.html NEW VOLUNTEER CONSULTING OPPORTUNITIES include: - Volunteers needed to join MAP's board recruitment team - Marketing/communications consultant needed to create brand and increase visibility For more information on these and other current project opportunities, please use this link to access our web site. http://www.mapnp.org/Vol/volnl.html *** TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES *** To register for any of these training sessions, contact Amanda Osgood at 651-647-1216 ext. 0. BOARD TRAINING Board Leadership Orientations are offered twice a month at MAP. This 2-hour interactive session covers the basic roles and responsibilities of nonprofit board members. Click on this link to get an up-to-date schedule. http://www.mapnp.org/classes/index.html#anchor244538 CONSULTING IN THE NONPROFIT SECTOR Consulting in the Nonprofit Sector is offered monthly at MAP. This 2-hour interactive workshop covers relevant topics including: Benefits of volunteer consulting with nonprofit organizations, Similarities and differences in for-profit and nonprofit organizations; MAP consulting process; Role and expectations of volunteer consultants; and Resources available through MAP. This training is free for MAP consultants and is only open to MAP consultants. Upcoming sessions: Wednesday, September 26, 8-10 a.m. or Thursday, November 8, 8 - 10 a.m. Last year MAP worked with more than 700 volunteers. Thank you for all you do! ________________________________________________________ SUBSCRIPTIONS TO VOLUNTEER NEWS We will automatically send you VOLUNTEER NEWS every other month. If you do not want to receive future VOLUNTEER NEWS, send an email to: and in the body copy block, type UNSUBSCRIBE VOLUNTEER NEWS. To become a new subscriber, click on this link and sign-up. http://www.mapnp.org/Subscribe/VolNews.html ________________________________________________________ HOW TO CONTACT MAP: The Management Assistance Program for Nonprofits 2233 University Ave. W., Suite 360 St. Paul, MN 55114-1629 E-mail: mail@mapnp.org Web: http://www.mapnp.org Phone: 651/647-1216 FAX: 651/647-1369 From awagner@mapnp.org Mon Dec 3 21:03:46 2001 From: awagner@mapnp.org (Amy Wagner) Date: Mon, 3 Dec 2001 15:03:46 -0600 Subject: [Map-Volunteer] MAP Volunteer Opportunities Message-ID: <001c01c17c3e$008c5d20$6b00000a@mapnp.org> Welcome to the December/January edition of MAP Volunteer News! The holidays are a wonderful time to become actively involved in building a strong community. Please consider the following board and consulting opportunities available through MAP. *** Volunteer Opportunities *** NEW BOARD OPPORTUNITIES include: - Assistive Technology of Minnesota - Feline Rescue - Hennepin History Museum - pARTs Photographic Arts For more information on these and additional board opportunities, please use this link to access our web site. http://www.mapnp.org/Vol/bdnl.html NEW VOLUNTEER CONSULTING OPPORTUNITIES include: - Facilitator needed for staff retreat on creativity - Marketing plan needed for student-oriented housing community For more information on these and other project opportunities, please use this link to access our web site. http://www.mapnp.org/Vol/volnl.html *** TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES *** To register for any of these training sessions, contact Amanda Osgood at 651-647-1216 ext. 0. BOARD CHAIR TRAINING Board Chair Training is offered twice a year at MAP. This in-depth training covers topics for the new or more experienced board chair including: How to run a meeting; Handling conflict; Reaching consensus; Fundraising; Board vs. staff roles; and Establishing a nominating committee. Cost is $50 and dinner is provided. Next session is Wednesday, January 9 from 4-8 p.m. BOARD TRAINING Board Boot Camp is offered twice a month at MAP. This 2-hour interactive session covers the basic roles and responsibilities of nonprofit board members. Click on this link to access an up-to-date schedule. http://www.mapnp.org/classes/index.html#anchor244538 CONSULTING IN THE NONPROFIT SECTOR Consulting in the Nonprofit Sector is offered monthly at MAP. This 2-hour interactive workshop covers relevant topics including: Benefits of volunteer consulting with nonprofit organizations; Similarities and differences in for-profit and nonprofit organizations; MAP consulting process; Role and expectations of volunteer consultants; and Resources available through MAP. This training is free for MAP consultants and is only open to MAP consultants. Click on this link to access an up-to-date schedule. http://www.mapnp.org/classes/index.html#anchor244538 The MAP staff wishes you a peaceful and happy holiday season. Thank you for all of your contributions over the last year. ________________________________________________________ SUBSCRIPTIONS TO VOLUNTEER NEWS We will automatically send you VOLUNTEER NEWS every other month. If you do not want to receive future VOLUNTEER NEWS, send an email to: and in the body copy block, type UNSUBSCRIBE VOLUNTEER NEWS. To become a new subscriber, click on this link and sign-up. http://www.mapnp.org/Subscribe/VolNews.html ________________________________________________________ HOW TO CONTACT MAP: The Management Assistance Program for Nonprofits 2233 University Ave. W., Suite 360 St. Paul, MN 55114-1629 E-mail: mail@mapnp.org Web: http://www.mapnp.org Phone: 651/647-1216 FAX: 651/647-1369