[Map-Volunteer] November newsletter

[Stephanie Tribby-Walbridge]

Welcome to the November Edition of MAP Volunteer News!       

If you have trouble reading this or wish to be removed from this
mailing, please email Stephanie Tribby-Walbridge at
stribbywalbridge at mapfornonprofits.org . 

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What's In This Issue?

1)      Tips for deciding on a Board of Directors

2)      Current board opportunities

3)      Map classes and workshops

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TIPS FOR DECIDING ON A BOARD OF DIRECTORS

 

When individuals consider joining a nonprofit board of directors,
several important considerations need to be taken into account.
Individuals should first ask themselves if the cause area or mission of
the organization is something they are truly passionate about. If not,
it's best to keep looking for another organization because passion
sustains commitment. Individuals should also consider the logistics of
the board requirement such as date and time of meetings, time
expectations and whether or not board members are expected to make a
financial contribution to the organization. Finally, individuals should
understand what skills they can bring to a board and what skills they
would like to learn during their term and should discuss this with the
Executive Director or Board Chair to determine the best fit. If each of
these pieces fall into place, chances are, the match will be
long-lasting and rewarding for both the individual and the organization.


 

 

CURRENT BOARD OPPORTUNITIES

The following organizations are currently seeking board members. For
more information about these and other board opportunities, please visit
the Board Vacancies Section
<http://www.mapfornonprofits.org/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC=%7b8A44F10A-
4EA1-428B-BFCA-98E1CCF3C999%7d>  of our website.

 




* American Diabetes Association -   

   Fundraiser Gala Committee Members

* Calliope Women's Chorus

* Center for Grief

* Clouds in Water Zen Center

* The Collaboration for the  

   Advancement of College Teaching &  

   Learning

* Como Park Living at Home/Block  

   Nurse Program

* Dakota Communities

* Hopkins Minnetonka Family Resource  

  Center          

* Performing Arts Ministry

* Phyllis Wheatley Community Center

* Riverton Community Housing

* Roseville Living at Home/Block Nurse 

   Program

* Vail Place 




 

 

MAP CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS

For more information or to register for classes and workshops, please
visit the Classes and Workshops section
<http://www.mapfornonprofits.org/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC=%7b76D80705-
02A8-4ACD-81A7-575AE32C5451%7d>  of our website. 

 

Board Boot Camp

Offered monthly at MAP, this two-hour, interactive session covers the
legal duties of board members as well as basic board roles and
responsibilities. Upcoming dates include November 16th, December 14th
and January 25th from 8:30-10:30 a.m. and November 30th from 6-8 p.m.,
all held at MAP. 

 

Consulting in the Nonprofit Sector

This two-hour, interactive workshop is held every other month at MAP.
Topics covered include: benefits of volunteer consulting with nonprofit
organizations, similarities and differences in for-profit and nonprofit
organizations, the MAP consulting process, roles and expectations of
volunteer consultants, and resources available through MAP. This
training is free and only open to MAP consultants. Upcoming dates
include November 17th and January 19th  from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at MAP. 

 

Board Chair Training

This training is offered just a few times per year and covers topics for
the new or more experienced board chair.  You will learn how to maximize
the relationship between the board and staff, run a meeting that nets
results, learn about fundraising and much more. 

Upcoming dates include Thursday, January 26th from 4:00-8:30 p.m. at
MAP. 

 

 

 

Happy Fall to all of you and best wishes for a wonderful holiday season!


 

 

Stephanie Tribby-Walbridge

Manager, Board & Volunteer Services

MAP for Nonprofits

651-632-7222

stribbywalbridge at mapfornonprofits.org

 

Please note MAP's new address effective September 1st. We're now at 2314
University Ave. W. in St. Paul, suite 28 -  just two blocks west of our
old location. 

 

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