From kristy at universal-synergy.com Tue Sep 2 14:26:40 2008 From: kristy at universal-synergy.com (Kristy Hall) Date: Tue, 2 Sep 2008 14:26:40 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Leveraging Spheres of Influence for Enhanced Fund Development Message-ID: <000001c90d29$72e06aa0$6501a8c0@kjh> Leveraging Spheres of Influence for Enhanced Fund Development - this Friday! Who should attend? Anyone interested in identifying connections and resources you already have for fundraising & development. We'll focus on expanding your view of the resources you have available and low-cost ways to increase your funding. You'll also leave with a draft action plan and know exactly the next steps to take. Friday, 9/5/08 9am-Noon The Cameron Foundation 24 West Old Street, Petersburg, 23803 $20/person, including light refreshments Sponsor: ARLS and The Cameron Foundation To register: Email gail at npmgmtsolutions.com Registration recommended, walk-in participants also welcome Kristy J. Hall Creator, The Nonprofit Super Series Universal Synergy Group, LLC +1 434-242-6143 kristy at universal-synergy.com www.universal-synergy.com www.NonprofitSuperSeries.com From kristy at minervabooks.net Tue Sep 2 16:38:55 2008 From: kristy at minervabooks.net (Kristy Bell) Date: Tue, 2 Sep 2008 13:38:55 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Trick Or Read Book Fair Message-ID: <28346772.471941220387935425.JavaMail.root@mbs4.homesteadmail.com> Minerva Books and the Petersburg Breakfast Kiwanis will sponsor the first ever Trick Or Read Book Fair at Minerva Books on October 30 from 4-7 pm. Kids 12 and under (including babies) can come to the store at 233 Bartow Alley in Old Towne Petersburg with an adult and receive a free book of their choosing from our Trick Or Read selections located in the seating area of the store. We will have books of all types available (in other words, they won't be Halloween-specific), and we will also have a few fun, reading-related surprises. Come out and join us to celebrate reading, and bring a friend! For more information, please call 732-2440. From CindyH at thecameronfoundation.org Wed Sep 3 09:20:56 2008 From: CindyH at thecameronfoundation.org (Cindy Humphrey) Date: Wed, 3 Sep 2008 09:20:56 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] The Cameron Foundation Seeking Part-Time Administrative Associate Message-ID: Dear Connect Members, The Cameron Foundation is seeking a part-time Administrative Associate. Job Title: Administrative Associate Position: Part Time Job Description: Will work under the direction of the Executive Assistant/ Grant Manager and assist as needed; responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 1. General Administrative Support - assisting in typing correspondence, duplicating or collating documents, filing, answering phones, processing various grant documents such as LOIs and Proposals, data entry, and maintaining staff calendar 2. Assisting in special projects as assigned to include mass mailings, preparation of grant books, award ceremonies, and information sessions Qualifications/Requirements: Qualifications: 1. Must be a high school graduate with at least 3 years experience in an office environment 2. Must possess excellent communication and multi-tasking skills 3. Requires proficiency in MS Outlook, Excel, and Word 4. Knowledge of MicroEdge GIFTS is a plus 5. Able to assist in multiple tasks with shifting priorities 6. Able to work with minimal supervision and manage time effectively 7. Able to be flexible in a work environment with frequent interruptions 8. MUST reside in the service area of the cities of Petersburg, Colonial Heights, Hopewell, or the counties of Dinwiddie, Prince George, Sussex, or the portion of the county of Chesterfield lying south of Route 10 Salary Information: commensurate with experience Benefits: limited benefits included and will be discussed during interview process Application Process: Interested persons should e-mail a cover letter including salary requirement and resume to: cindyh at thecameronfoundation.org OR Mail to: The Cameron Foundation Attn: Cindy Humphrey 24 West Old Street Petersburg, VA 23803 No telehone calls or walk-ins will be accepted. From byarney at vccs.edu Wed Sep 3 16:45:12 2008 From: byarney at vccs.edu (Beatrice Yarney) Date: Wed, 3 Sep 2008 16:45:12 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Invitation - SHARE Network Meeting and Awards Ceremony Message-ID: The Governor's Office for Workforce Development and the Virginia Community College System invite you to come and learn about the SHARE Network, and network with those organizations already involved at the SHARE Network Meeting and Awards Ceremony. Event: SHARE Network Meeting and Awards Ceremony Location: John Tyler Community College Nicholas Center Building, N111B 13101 Jefferson Davis Highway Chester, VA 23285 Date: Friday, Oct 3, 2008 Time: 10am - 12pm RSVP: SHARENetworkRSVP at vccs.edu or 804-371-5080 by Sept 19 The SHARE Network exists to strengthen connections between faith-based and community organizations and the workforce investment system-by establishing SHARE Network Access Points and utilizing the Virginia 2-1-1 human service agency database directory. SHARE stands for Sharing How Access to Resources Empowers, and essentially, SHARE Network Access points are workforce centers satellites located in faith- and community-based organizations. Staff members from the participating organizations provide job search assistance, referrals, resume help and other services to help job seekers find employment. Questions? Contact: Beatrice Esi Yarney, Virginia Community College System Office for Workforce Development Services, 804-371-5080, byarney at vccs.edu From Thomas.Driscoll at VBPD.virginia.gov Wed Sep 3 12:25:35 2008 From: Thomas.Driscoll at VBPD.virginia.gov (Driscoll, Thomas S.) Date: Wed, 3 Sep 2008 12:25:35 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Additional public feedback opportunities regarding disability services Message-ID: <450BED901B146D489B4B106796566DF408AD22E2@dsa-kog-mail1.DSA.state.va.us> The Virginia Board for People with Disabilities would like to thank the Connect Network for letting subscribers know about our current online public feedback opportunity (www.vbpdfeedback.com). We have also been asked to let Connecters know about the following additional important opportunities for citizens to provide input on Virginia's disability services system.? Replies and requests for additional information should be addressed directly to the appropriate contacts listed?below.? Thank you! ? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The VIRGINIA OFFICE FOR PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY is seeking public guidance to help determine what type of cases to VOPA will handle.? Please take a few moments to review VOPA's current Goals and Focus Areas and share your feedback on its advocacy efforts by taking a brief survey at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=B2pMhb3FkhnvMNagSCmaCA_3d_3d .? The survey can also be accessed from VOPA's homepage at www.vopa.virginia.gov . For more information, contact: ??????????? Julie Kegley, Staff Attorney ??????????? Virginia Office for Protection & Advocacy ??????????? 1910 Byrd Avenue, Suite 5 ??????????? Richmond, VA? 23230 ??????????? Telephone:? 804-225-2042 (Voice/TTY) ??????????? 1-800-552-3962 (Voice/TTY, Toll-Free in Virginia) ??????????? Fax:? 804-662-7057 ??????????? julie.kegley at vopa.virginia.gov ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The DEPARTMENT OF REHABILITATIVE SERVICES (DRS) is required to conduct a triennial assessment of the needs of Virginians with disabilities.? The results of the needs assessment are utilized for planning purposes and to establish appropriate goals and priorities for the Vocational Rehabilitation program.? DRS requests a few minutes of your time to complete the following survey as it pertains to students in transition. To complete the survey if you are the PARENT of a student who has or is receiving transition services, please go to:? http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=0RsF06LwxqrNraoKQVy_2bog_3d_3d . If you are a STUDENT who has or is receiving transition services, please go to:? http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=EVoXe8Z8c5lyQqBNkgvGqA_3d_3d . For further information, please contact: ??????????? Barbara J. Burkett, Ph.D., M.S.P.H., ??????????? Division of Policy and Planning, ??????????? Virginia Department of Rehabilitative Services ??????????? 8004 Franklin Farms Drive ??????????? Richmond, VA 23229 ??????????? Voice: 804-726-1911 ??????????? Toll Free Voice/TTY: 800.552.5019 ??????????? Fax: 804.662.9532 ??????????? barbara.burkett at drs.virginia.gov ??????????? www.drs.virginia.gov ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The STATE MENTAL HEALTH, MENTAL RETARDATION AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES BOARD is requesting public comments on the Proposed Amended Regulations for Respite and Emergency Care Admissions to State Training Centers.? Regulations and a background statement may be viewed on the DMHMRSAS website at http://www.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov/OMR-CurrenTIssues.htm and on the Virginia Regulatory Townhall site at http://www.townhall.state.va.us/L/comments.cfm?stageid=4328 . Please provide your written comments on the proposed regulations by October 3, 2008 to: ??????????? Dawn Traver ??????????? DMHMRSAS ??????????? P.O. Box 1797 ??????????? Richmond, VA 23218-1797 ??????????? Telephone 757-253-4316 FAX 804-253-5440 ??????????? dawn.traver at co.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov If you have any questions or would like to request a copy of the regulations, please contact Dawn Traver at the above address or Wendy Brown via email wendy.brown at co.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ For more information on the Virginia Board for People with Disabilities, please visit our website at www.vaboard.org or contact: Tom Driscoll Strategic Planning & Marketing Manager VIRGINIA BOARD FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES 202 N. 9th Street, 9th Floor Richmond, Virginia? 23219 804-786-9380 (voice & TTY) 804-840-6482 (mobile) 800-846-4464 (toll-free, voice & TTY) 804-786-1118 (fax) thomas.driscoll at vbpd.virginia.gov www.vaboard.org From CindyH at thecameronfoundation.org Mon Sep 8 12:08:38 2008 From: CindyH at thecameronfoundation.org (Cindy Humphrey) Date: Mon, 8 Sep 2008 12:08:38 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] The Cameron Foundation Seeks Part Time Administrative Associate Message-ID: Dear Connect Members, The Cameron Foundation is seeking a part time Administrative Associate. The job description and details are as follows. Will work under the direction of the Executive Assistant/ Grant Manager and assist as needed;responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 1. General Administrative Support - assisting in typing correspondence, duplicating or collating documents, filing, answering phones, processing various grant documents such as LOIs and Proposals, data entry, and maintaining staff calendar 2. Assisting in special projects as assigned to include mass mailings, preparation of grant books, award ceremonies, and information sessions Qualifications: 1. Must be a high school graduate with at least 3 years experience in an office environment 2. Must possess excellent communication and multi-tasking skills 3. Requires proficiency in MS Outlook, Excel, and Word 4. Knowledge of MicroEdge GIFTS is a plus 5. Able to assist in multiple tasks with shifting priorities 6. Able to work with minimal supervision and manage time effectively 7. Able to be flexible in a work environment with frequent interruptions 8. MUST reside in the service area of the cities of Petersburg, Colonial Heights, Hopewell, or the counties of Dinwiddie, Prince George, Sussex, or the portion of the county of Chesterfield lying south of Route 10 Position: Part Time (25 hours / week) Salary: commensurate with experience Benefits: limited benefits included and will be discussed during interview process Open Until: Open until position is filled How to Apply: Interested persons should e-mail a cover letter including salary requirement and resume to: cindyh at thecameronfoundation.org OR Mail to: The Cameron Foundation Attn: Cindy Humphrey 24 West Old Street Petersburg, VA 23803 No telephone calls or walk-ins will be accepted. -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Date: Mon, 8 Sep 2008 18:15:15 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Disability Services Assessment in Audio Format; Autism Study Public Input Opportunities; Updated Olmstead Plan Message-ID: <450BED901B146D489B4B106796566DF408B87B15@dsa-kog-mail1.DSA.state.va.us> An AUDIO version of the VIRGINIA BOARD FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES' 2008 BIENNIAL ASSESSMENT OF THE DISABILITY SERVICES SYSTEM IN VIRGINIA, produced by TecAccess LLC (www.tecaccess.net), is now available on the VIRGINIA VOICE Radio Reading Service's website, www.VirginiaVoice.org, where it can be listened to on-line (www.virginiavoice.org/Biennial.html) or downloaded (www.virginiavoice.org/Biennial_dll.html) for listening on a computer, mp3 player, or other compatible audio device.? Links to the audio, as well as the original text version of the Biennial Assessment, can also be accessed from the Virginia Board's website at www.vaboard.org/biennial.htm.? The Biennial Assessment covers publicly provided or funded services for early intervention, education, community and institutional supports, health care, housing, transportation, employment, emergency planning, and advocacy.? Each chapter includes a needs assessment, information on services that are available and how they are accessed, who is eligible for them, how they are funded, how they are evaluated and monitored for quality, and sources of additional information, as well as a summary and topical listings of critical areas of concern identified by the Board and recommendations on how they should be addressed.? In addition to print and audio versions, other accessible-format versions are available on request to 1-800-846-4464 (Toll-free, Voice & TTY) or INFO at VBPD.virginia.gov. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The Virginia Board has also been asked to share the following important messages from two of its Virginia government partners: ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PUBLIC INPUT SESSIONS ON THE DELIVERY OF AUTISM SERVICES The Virginia General Assembly has directed the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission to assess the current availability and delivery of autism services in Virginia and recommend ways to improve the delivery of these services.? JLARC staff will be conducting regional public sessions to receive input from individuals with autism, parents, caregivers, advocates, and other stakeholders concerning the delivery of autism services in Virginia.? A schedule of the public input sessions can be found on the JLARC website at http://jlarc.state.va.us/Autism_Input.htm, along with suggested topics for discussion and session procedures.? Individuals unable to attend one of the public input sessions can also submit written comments to:? Attention:? Ellen Miller Autism Study Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission Suite 1100, General Assembly Building, Capitol Square Richmond, Virginia 23219 Fax:? 804-371-0101 JLARCAutismStudy at leg.state.va.us Questions about these public input sessions or the JLARC autism study in general should be directed to Ellen Miller at 804-371-4577 or Hal Greer at 804-371-4572.? Speakers who require accommodations to participate in a public input session should contact Ellen Miller at least seven working days prior to the session date.? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "OLMSTEAD" STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATES AND PROGRESS REPORTS The 2008 updated Cross-Governmental Strategic Plan To Assure Continued Community Integration Of Virginians With Disabilities has been submitted to the Governor. To review or download a copy, visit Virginia's "One Community: The Olmstead Initiative" website at www.olmsteadva.com. The updated plan was developed jointly by the Community Integration Implementation Team and the Community Integration Advisory Commission, which received public comment on the plan. For more information or to obtain a copy of the plan in alternative formats, contact: Julie A. Stanley, Director, Community Integration for People with Disabilities 1111 East Broad Street, Suite 4048 Richmond, VA 23219 Phone: 804-371-0828 Fax: 804-371-6984 julie.stanley at governor.virginia.gov ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Tom Driscoll Strategic Planning & Marketing Manager VIRGINIA BOARD FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES 202 N. 9th Street, 9th Floor Richmond, Virginia? 23219 804-786-9380 (voice & TTY) 804-840-6482 (mobile) 800-846-4464 (toll-free, voice & TTY) 804-786-1118 (fax) thomas.driscoll at vbpd.virginia.gov www.vaboard.org From waustin at connectnetwork.org Thu Sep 11 09:38:24 2008 From: waustin at connectnetwork.org (Wendy Austin) Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2008 09:38:24 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Building Bridges Conference articles and links Message-ID: <002601c91413$ab9df600$02d9e200$@org> Dear ConnectSouthside members: GREAT THANKS for the astounding success of the "Building Bridges" conference on Tuesday goes to Deborah Williamson and VANNO; the presenters such as Gov. Mark Warner and keynote speaker, Robert Egger; an abundant group of generous sponsors and the nearly 200 participants from the Southside region's nonprofit, government and business sectors. "It was an amazing meeting filled with ideas, conversation, optimism and electricity", enthused Susan Sanow, Deputy Executive Director for the Center for Nonprofit Advancement in Washington D.C., a VANNO board member and one of nine volunteer conference break-out session facilitators. The conference rated two separate articles in the Progress-Index yesterday, please see links below. Forum brings nonprofits together with government http://www.progress-index.com/articles/2008/09/10/news/pi_progindex.20080910 .a.pg3.pi0910vanno_s1.1934228_top5.txt U.S. Senate candidates aim their messages for nonprofits http://www.progress-index.com/articles/2008/09/10/news/pi_progindex.20080910 .a.pg3.pi0910politics_s1.1934930_top6.txt The just released VIRGINIA ECONOMIC IMPACT STUDY on the important economic force of nonprofits was highlighted by the presenters and at the center of much of the conversation at the conference. See the full report at the following link: http://media.gatewayva.com/photos/rtd/20080905/20080905_NONP.pdf As we at ConnectSouthside begin our second year helping to "connect" the Southside region, I look forward to working with all of you to continue the momentum toward change through collaboration, communication and "building bridges". Please send your thoughts and suggestions on the "Building Bridges" momentum. Sincerely, Wendy Austin Director ConnectSouthside 209 East Cawson Street Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 458-6329 x2010 www.ConnectSouthside.org A ConnectNetwork partner "Connecting people to ideas, information and each other" From kristy at universal-synergy.com Mon Sep 8 18:08:43 2008 From: kristy at universal-synergy.com (Kristy Hall) Date: Mon, 8 Sep 2008 18:08:43 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Reality "TV" Meets Nonprofit Fundraising Message-ID: <000701c911ff$794de310$6501a8c0@kjh> Dear ConnectSouthside Community, Have you ever wanted an extra $20,000 for a project and you needed it within 30 days? Of course you have. As somebody involved with a nonprofit organization, you know there is always a need for extra funds. I understand that need. That's why I am personally helping two grassroots nonprofit organizations raise $20,000 in 30 days - absolutely free. You see, when I launched the Nonprofit Super Series: We Need Funds NOW! a lot of people didn't believe that it could be done. So, I thought why not find two organizations, help them raise $20,000 in 30 days and document it to prove what's possible. If you would like to be one of the organizations I help in the We Need Funds NOW! Challenge, go to www.WeNeedFundsNowChallenge.com to apply. Deadline (video application): September 30th, Midnight (ET) Good luck! Kristy Kristy J. Hall Creator, The Nonprofit Super Series Universal Synergy Group, LLC +1 434-242-6143 kristy at universal-synergy.com www.universal-synergy.com www.NonprofitSuperSeries.com From kkaplan at connectnetwork.org Thu Sep 11 09:49:22 2008 From: kkaplan at connectnetwork.org (Kristen Kaplan) Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2008 09:49:22 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Presidential Candidates Discuss Service Tonight Message-ID: <005901c91415$32bc4dc0$9834e940$@org> A forum on service will be broadcast tonight on cable news networks.? It is great to see that service and volunteerism is being recognized as an important issue in this year?s election. Details are below: The ServiceNation Summit kicks off tomorrow evening in New York with a Presidential Candidates' Forum on Service.?CNN, FOX News, and MSNBC will carry the Forum live tomorrow night, Thursday, September 11th at 8:00PM Eastern Time.? PBS New York is also carrying the forum live and making it available to the entire PBS system.? See the?full list of Summit events and speakers here: ?http://archive.handsonnetwork.org/static/ServiceNationSummitSchedule&Speake rList.pdf ? You can also view and sign the Declaration of Service on the ServiceNation website at www.servicenation.org. Kristen Kaplan ConnectNetwork Serving connectRappahannock, connectRichmond & connectSouthside 809 Cathedral Place VCU PO Box 843062 Richmond, Virginia 23284-3062 www.connectnetwork.org kkaplan at connectnetwork.org "Connecting people to ideas, information and each other" From nicole at vfhf.org Fri Sep 12 09:16:12 2008 From: nicole at vfhf.org (Nicole Pugar) Date: Fri, 12 Sep 2008 09:16:12 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] PPA and Prince George Health Center host prescription assistance event Message-ID: FREE EVENT TO HELP UNINSURED GET FREE MEDICATION THROUGH PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS Prince George Community Health Center in partnership with the the Partnership for Prescription Assistance will be helping patients enroll in programs that provide uninsured individuals with access to FREE and discounted medication. The Partnership for Prescription Assistance - the Montel Williams Big Orange Bus - will stop at the Prince George Community Health Center on Tuesday, September 16th. Trained counselors aboard the bus will help individuals identify and enroll in one of the 475 different programs sponsored by the pharmaceutical companies that manufacture medications that provide financially struggling patients with free medication. Individuals from the Prince George Community Health Center will be at the event to provide patients with information about the prescription assistance services provided at the Clinic as well as information about the primary health care (family practice) services, including medical dental services provided at the Clinic to anyone in the community who needs them. Uninsured and underinsured individuals struggling to pay for medicine or healthcare should come to the PPA Bus. Patients are asked to bring the names of the medications that they take or have been prescribed. Date: Tuesday, September 16 Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Location: Prince George Community Health Center 4260 Crossings Boulevard Prince George, VA 23875 General Qualifications for Free Prescription Programs: 1. Patient must be uninsured (or be approaching or in the coverage gap (doughnut hole) if the patient has Medicare Part D) 2. have a household income of 200% percent or below the federal poverty level ( which is $20,800 for a single person annually or $42,400 for a family of four) 3. must be a US Citizen * Patients who do not meet these qualifications may qualify for discount programs For more information or questions please contact: Nicole Pugar at 804-225-5828 or 804-306-7324. From Judy.Tyree at alz.org Mon Sep 15 14:28:39 2008 From: Judy.Tyree at alz.org (Judy Tyree) Date: Mon, 15 Sep 2008 13:28:39 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Alzheimer's Association - October 14 Caregivers Conference Message-ID: Tri-Cities Branch Office of the Alzheimer's Association presents: Caregivers Conference Tuesday, October 14 Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 2223 S. Crater Road, Petersburg 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Presentation topics will include: Medicaid 101 - Applying for Medicaid and Long-Term Care, Alzheimer's disease and what's new in research, and the VA Caregivers Grant. Local service providers will be available to discuss how they may assist you as a caregiver. This event is free to caregivers. Lunch will be provided and door prizes awarded. Registration deadline is October 9. Please contact the Tri-Cities Branch of the Alzheimer's Association for a registration form or more information (526-2359 or judy.tyree at alz.org ). Vouchers to pay for respite care the day of the conference are available for caregivers who register no later than the deadline and live in the home with the person who has Alzheimer's or another form of dementia. This event is made possible by a grant from the Cameron. Judy E. Tyree, MBA Branch Office Coordinator Alzheimer's Association - Greater Richmond Chapter/ Tri-Cities Branch Office 201 Temple Avenue, Suite E, Colonial Heights, VA 23834 Telephone: 804-526-2359; 800-272-3900; FAX 804-526-4128 judy.tyree at alz.org ; www.alz.org/grva From sreynolds at vscpa.com Mon Sep 15 17:30:30 2008 From: sreynolds at vscpa.com (Shawnte Reynolds) Date: Mon, 15 Sep 2008 17:30:30 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Virginia Jump$tart Offers Free Seminar on Investing: September 30, 2008 Message-ID: <9B8266867A52464E8E4CB1A8BD6B109E01F6D640@vscpa-ms.vscpa.local> The?next meeting of the Virginia Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy is?slated for?September 30, 2008. If you are a member of Virginia Jump$tart or you'd like to learn how you can get?involved, please RSVP today! In addition to our quarterly member update, Virginia Jump$tart will provide a one-hour, lively panel discussion?titled "Investing:?How to Make Smart Decisions." Robert M. Freeman, Jr., CFP, with?Keiter, Stephens, Hurst, Gary & Shreaves will cover the ins/outs of investing.?Liz Thomas, technical expert?from the U.S. Social Security Administration, will cover the truth about social security, where we are and where we'll be in the future.?John P. McFarland, CFP, a faculty coordinator and program director of the Certified Financial Planning (CFP)?Certificate Program at Virginia Commonwealth University will share the latest on behavioral finance, including how and why people make investing decisions and tips for making smart choices. Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2008 Time: 1 to 3 p.m. Topic: Highlights include one-hour panel discussion titled "Investing: How to Make Smart Decisions" and a Virginia Jump$tart update Speakers: Robert M. Freeman, Jr., CFP, with?Keiter, Stephens, Hurst, Gary & Shreaves,?Liz Thomas with the U.S. Social Security Administration, John P. McFarland, CFP, with Virginia Commonwealth University and Tina Lambert, CAE, Virginia Jump$tart Chair of the Board Location: Offices of Virginia Society of CPAs (4309 Cox Road, Glen Allen, Va.) Audience: Members of Virginia Jump$tart Coalition or those interested in learning about the organization Register: Sign up online at www.vajumpstart.org or call (804) 270-5344 no later than Friday, September 26, 2008. To date, the Virginia Jump$tart Coalition has more than?100 individual and organization members (http://www.vajumpstart.org/members.cfm) and we truly appreciate your participation and support. Recently named the "2008 State Coalition of the Year" by the national Jump$tart orginization, we hope you'll be able to attend the meeting to learn more about Virginia Jump$tart's goals to collaborate efforts and resources to improve financial literacy in the Commonwealth. ? If you have not yet renewed your membership or would like to join, download a membership application and mail along with payment to P.O. Box 4620, Glen Allen, VA 23058. For more information about Virginia Jump$tart, please visit our website at www.vajumpstart.org. From waustin at connectnetwork.org Wed Sep 17 14:51:55 2008 From: waustin at connectnetwork.org (Wendy Austin) Date: Wed, 17 Sep 2008 14:51:55 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Do you have or know about a free or low cost meeting space? Message-ID: <000301c918f6$76e99210$64bcb630$@org> Dear ConnectSouthside members, We are working to add a new regional resource tool to the ConnectSouthside web site. For reference, please see the ConnectRichmond.org version at the following link: http://www.connectrichmond.org/Tools/RunningaNonprofit/MeetingSpaces/tabid/3 95/Default.aspx DO YOU HAVE OR KNOW ABOUT A FREE /LOW COST MEETING SPACE in the Southside areas of Colonial Heights, Hopewell, Petersburg, Dinwiddie, Prince George, Sussex and southern Chesterfield County : -place name? -price? -# of people space will hold? (ex: small board meetings, large special events?) -contact information? -address? -accessible for those with disabilities? Please forward this request to anyone you know who may have this type of information. Reply to southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org or 804-458-6329, x2013. Thank you for helping your community connect to these important resources! Sara Hinojosa ConnectSouthside www.ConnectSouthside.org A ConnectNetwork partner "Connecting people to ideas, information and each other" From gail at npmgmtsolutions.com Thu Sep 18 06:19:10 2008 From: gail at npmgmtsolutions.com (Gail Merridew) Date: Thu, 18 Sep 2008 06:19:10 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Remaining September Focus INC Workshops Message-ID: <000001c91977$ffc78c00$0c01a8c0@DJXJLS11> Seats still remain in the following Focus INC workshops: Tonight, September 18th, "Using the SVNRC and the Public Library" from 6pm-9pm at the Hopewell Library, 209 East Cawson Street, 23860, with Chuck Koutnik. Nonprofit board, staff, and volunteers will learn the many resources available at the SVNRC and the public library that can enrich all aspects of their programs. Primary among these resources are tools to help organizations identify grantmakers that can and are willing to award grants to their particular programs. Other resources include information on starting nonprofits, managing personnel, board dynamics, legal issues, grant writing techniques, and much more. FREE! Saturday, September 20th, "Board Member Accountability and Responsibility" from 10am-1pm at the Petersburg Library, 137 South Sycamore Street, 23803, with Betsy Schmidt. Regardless of the age or size of a nonprofit organization, board members have legal and fiduciary responsibilities that affect the organization's ability to reach its goals. There's also an expectation that board members will contribute time, talent, and treasure. But what does all of this mean? This workshop covers the ways board members can ensure they are carrying out their roles and responsibilities most effectively. $20 includes light refreshments. Wednesday, September 24th, "Building Personal Capacity: Time Management" from 1pm-4pm at Harrowgate Elementary School, 15501 Harrowgate Road, Chester, 23831, with Elaine Kiziah. Capacity building can be personal as well as organizational. Good time management practices are essential to individuals' effectiveness in the workplace, not to mention their sense of well-being. This workshop helps anyone working in an organizational setting gain greater control over their time and tasks by identifying time management practices and tools that are the best fit for their unique style and needs. $20 includes light refreshments. Monday, September 29th, "Effective Staff Management: 10 Tips for Success" from 5:30pm-8:30pm at the Wakefield Foundation, 100 Wilson Avenue, Wakefield, 23888, with John Dougherty. Human resources are both the greatest asset and greatest risk influencing any business' success. There is no exception in the nonprofit sector, particularly given the limited resources available for recruiting, training, and retaining highly qualified staff. This session provides organizational leaders and managers with specific skills essential to managing and retaining quality staff and strategies for implementing these skills into everyday practice. $20 includes light refreshments. For planning purposes, pre-registration is strongly encouraged; however, walk-in registrants are always welcome. To read a description about each of these sessions/instructors and/or to obtain Fall (Sept-Dec) 2008 registration forms, go to The Cameron Foundation's website, www.thecameronfoundation.org (under Nonprofit Resources / Focus INC), the Southside Virginia Nonprofit Resource Center website, www.svnrc-online.org (under Learning Opportunities), or contact Gail Merridew at gail at npmgmtsolutions.com or one of the phone numbers listed below. We look forward to serving you, Gail Merridew Program Coordinator (866)403-5505 Toll Free (804)957-5913 Petersburg (804)795-9009 Richmond (804)874-5334 Cell From gail at npmgmtsolutions.com Fri Sep 19 08:08:17 2008 From: gail at npmgmtsolutions.com (Gail Merridew) Date: Fri, 19 Sep 2008 08:08:17 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Focus INC Workshop Clarification Message-ID: <000501c91a50$68051840$0c01a8c0@DJXJLS11> SCHEDULING CLARIFICATION: The following workshop must receive four (4) paid registrations by Friday, September 26th, to be held: Monday, September 29th, "Effective Staff Management: 10 Tips for Success" from 5:30pm-8:30pm at the Wakefield Foundation, 100 Wilson Avenue, Wakefield, 23888, with John Dougherty. Human resources are both the greatest asset and greatest risk influencing any business' success. There is no exception in the nonprofit sector, particularly given the limited resources available for recruiting, training, and retaining highly qualified staff. This session provides organizational leaders and managers with specific skills essential to managing and retaining quality staff and strategies for implementing these skills into everyday practice. $20 includes light refreshments. There is a 4 registrant minimum for this session. To obtain Fall (Sept-Dec) 2008 registration forms, go to The Cameron Foundation's website, www.thecameronfoundation.org (under Nonprofit Resources / Focus INC), the Southside Virginia Nonprofit Resource Center website, www.svnrc-online.org (under Learning Opportunities), or contact Gail Merridew at gail at npmgmtsolutions.com or one of the phone numbers listed below. Thank you, Gail Merridew Program Coordinator (866)403-5505 Toll Free (804)957-5913 Petersburg (804)795-9009 Richmond (804)874-5334 Cell From vrichey at virginiasupportivehousing.org Fri Sep 19 14:28:35 2008 From: vrichey at virginiasupportivehousing.org (Vonda Richey) Date: Fri, 19 Sep 2008 14:28:35 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Senior Accounting Specialist Position Opening Message-ID: <1F6CC45EB50B0244A712E3EC80501AF03662E6@VSHSERVER01.vsh.local> Dear Connect Members, Virginia Supportive Housing is seeking a full-time Senior Accounting Specialist. Job Description: The Sr. Accounting Specialist is responsible for providing assistance to the CFO with the accounting needs of VSH and all of its affiliates. The Sr. Accounting Specialist is responsible for monthly property close-outs, bank reconciliations, grant draws, property audit preparations, and general duties as assigned by the CFO. The Sr. Accounting Specialist reports to the CFO. Qualifications: Computer competency required with QuickBooks and Microsoft office experience. Bachelor's degree required. Able to multi-task while remaining flexible, work with minimal supervision, and work in a team atmosphere. Able to prioritize work and meet deadlines. Strong attention to detail required. Three to five years' experience with a non-profit, housing or governmental agency in all aspects of accounting, including general ledger maintenance, financial statement preparation, budgets, audit preparations, cash flow, bank reconciliations, and month-end closeouts, .Knowledge of GAAP and grant reporting.. Salary commensurate with experience; full benefits. Virginia Supportive Housing (VSH) is a not-for-profit homeless services provider and community development corporation whose mission is to provide permanent housing and comprehensive support services to very low-income individuals and families who are homeless and/or who have disabilities in order to initiate and promote their transition from homelessness to productivity and independence. Interested persons should e-mail a cover letter with salary requirement and resume to: vrichey at virginiasupportivehousing.org or fax to: 804-788-6827. No telephone calls or walk-ins will be accepted. Vonda Richey, CFO Virginia Supportive Housing 1010 N. Thompson St., Ste. 200 P. O. Box 8585 Richmond, VA 23226 804.788.6825 Main Phone 804.788.6827 Fax 804.836.1053 Direct www.virginiasupportivehousing.org "A Proven, Permanent Solution to Homelessness" From Thomas.Driscoll at VBPD.virginia.gov Tue Sep 23 10:51:14 2008 From: Thomas.Driscoll at VBPD.virginia.gov (Driscoll, Thomas S.) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 10:51:14 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Final Special Education Regulations and the Virginia Special Education Network Message-ID: <450BED901B146D489B4B106796566DF408DB1B72@dsa-kog-mail1.DSA.state.va.us> The Virginia Board for People with Disabilities has been asked to share the following very important information with the Connect Network by its partners at the Virginia Dept. of Education. Replies and requests for additional information should be addressed directly to the contacts listed below. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ All public comments on Virginia's DRAFT SPECIAL EDUCATION REGULATIONS received prior to June 30, 2008, have been analyzed and compiled into a summary by the Virginia Department of Education.? A copy of that summary, the final draft of the proposed regulations, information on the regulatory process, and other relevant resources are available at www.doe.virginia.gov/VDOE/dueproc/regulationsCWD.html.? VDOE will present the final draft of the regulations to the BOARD OF EDUCATION at its September 25, 2008, meeting.? For more information on that meeting, including an agenda and links to the final draft of the regulations and other relevant documents, go to www.doe.virginia.gov/boe/meetings/2008/09_sep/agenda.pdf.? Comments on the final draft regulations may be submitted to the Board of Education in advance of its meeting or during a public comment period at the meeting.? An additional thirty-day comment period on the Board's final action on the regulations is also anticipated.? Additional information, including how to provide public comment, can be found at the two websites listed above or by contacting: Special Education Regulations Revision Process Office of Dispute Resolution and Administrative Services Virginia Department of Education P.O. Box 2120 Richmond, Virginia 23218-2120 Melissa.Smith at doe.virginia.gov or Suzanne.Creasey at doe.virginia.gov VOICE: (804) 371-0524 or (804) 225-2923 FAX: (804) 786-8520 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ With the start of the new school year, many families are participating in Virginia's special education system for the first time, and new individuals have joined local Special Education Advisory Committees. The Virginia Board for People with Disabilities and the State Special Education Advisory Committee jointly sponsor the VIRGINIA SPECIAL EDUCATION NETWORK to provide families, educators, and others interested in accurate and up-to-date information on the state's special education and other disability services. If you or someone that you know could benefit from information such as the above, please go to www.vaboard.org/vsenform.htm to learn more about the VSEN and register to receive information such as the above directly. ================================================= Tom Driscoll Strategic Planning & Marketing Manager VIRGINIA BOARD FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES 202 N. 9th Street, 9th Floor Richmond, Virginia 23219 804-786-9380 (voice & TTY) 804-840-6482 (mobile) 800-846-4464 (toll-free, voice & TTY) 804-786-1118 (fax) thomas.driscoll at vbpd.virginia.gov WWW.VABOARD.ORG From southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org Wed Sep 24 10:25:36 2008 From: southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org (southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org) Date: Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:25:36 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] ADD/UPDATE YOUR ORGANIZATION PROFILE TO BE VIEWED BY HUNDREDS OF UVA STUDENTS THIS SAT. Message-ID: <20080924102536.sl5ygnz9hc404sog@mail.connectnetwork.org> Dear ConnectSouthside members, I will be demonstrating the ConnectSouthside.org database to hundreds of top college graduates eager to participate in the nonprofit sector. The event is a Service Nation Day of Action sponsored Nonprofit Job/Volunteer Fair at the UVA campus on Saturday, September 27th, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Be sure your Organization Profile is current and complete including any job opportunities, volunteer or donation needs, events and training. To access your profile go to www.connectsouthside.org/login. Enter user name and password and click on your organization's name on the right. If you've forgotten either your user name or password, simply click on To create an Organization Profile is easy: 1) at www.connectsouthside.org click on in the upper right corner. 2) Complete personal profile information and click on at the bottom of the page 3) Click in the right hand box, enter information and click Get your Organization Profile current by this Saturday for the most impact. Questions or more information contact me or Sara Hinojosa at Southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org or 804-458-6329 x2013 Sincerely, Wendy Austin Director ConnectSouthside 804-458-6329 x2010 www.ConnectSouthside.org "Connecting people to ideas, information and each other" From bridge.collaboration at gmail.com Thu Sep 25 07:47:38 2008 From: bridge.collaboration at gmail.com (The Bridge) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 07:47:38 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Registration is closed Message-ID: Dear Community Partners, The Bridge CDC appreciates the overwhelming interest in attending The Greater Richmond Area Nonprofit Networking Social, today from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. This event has surpassed our goals and expectations of 50 nonprofit organizations and 100 guests, and next year we will certainly reserve a larger space to accomodate the great interest our community organizations have in collaboration. However, this year we are at capacity and cannot register anymore individuals or organizations. There will be no registration at the door. The official registration date was September 12th, and if you did not express interest in attending the Social by September 12th you will not be able to attend this event this year. If you did express interest in attending the Social by September 12th, then your registration form was due September 17th. Many of you called or emailed someone between September 17th and September 20th. If you were told you could fax or email your form after September 17th, and we received your form by September 22nd then you are registered. Again, we cannot register anyone else, and we are not accepting registration forms at the door. Please check out our website, www.bridgeamerica.org for a list of the organizations who attended. We will post it in mid-October. Feel free to call Terrell Pollard, (804) 433-5361 with questions or concerns. Thanks, The Bridge CDC From JBSnader at goodwillcva.org Wed Sep 24 15:05:31 2008 From: JBSnader at goodwillcva.org (Janine Snader) Date: Wed, 24 Sep 2008 15:05:31 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Fall Tri-Cities Career Fair Message-ID: <36275F73E7D2474C86541CA1394FF189026270F461@gwcva-mail.goodwillcva.local> Goodwill Industries will be hosting a Fall Tri-Cities Career Fair with over 20 local area employers Wednesday, October 1 from 10 AM to 3 PM. The event will be held at the Tabernacle Baptist Church Community Life Center at 444 Halifax Street in Petersburg. Some of the registered employers include: Ace Hardware, Boar's Head Provisions, Central State Hospital, Randstad, Southside Virginia Training Center, Burger King, Care Advantage, Fiorucci Foods, Food Lion, Goodwill, H and R Block, Shamin Hotels, Southside Regional Medical Center, StarTek, Tindall Corporation, and Wal-Mart Distribution Center. Visit www.goodwillcva.org for a complete list. Feel free to call our Petersburg Employment Center at 451-1773 with any questions. We welcome any additional employers who would like to participate. Please call Janine Snader at 521-4926 if you would like to register for a table. Janine Snader Operations Manager, Business Solutions Goodwill Industries 804-521-4926 Fax: 804-521-0595 6301 Midlothian Turnpike Richmond, VA 23225 Get connected...Visit with local employers from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Wednesday, October 1st at our Fall Career Fair at Tabernacle Baptist Church Community Life Center, 444 Halifax St., Petersburg. For details, call (804) 451-1773, or visit www.goodwillcva.org From nathan at vcnva.org Thu Sep 25 09:55:00 2008 From: nathan at vcnva.org (Nathan Lott - nathan@vcnva.org) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 09:55:00 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Go Green This Weekend at the Va. Environmental Assembly Message-ID: <3eb2e8ce0809250655w3cfdcbaj6bab4f959ca55fbe@mail.gmail.com> Support Environmental Conservation, Learn Something New, and Have a Great Time! Do all three this weekend at the Virginia Environmental Assembly, presented by Virginia Conservation Network and hosted by the VCU Center for Environmental Studies. On Friday night, Sept. 26, an Awards & Auction Gala will raise money to support environmental education and advocacy throughout the state. The festivities begin at 6 p.m. in the Commonwealth Ballroom. http://www.vcnva.org/vea/2008auction.html On Saturday, Sept. 27, the Environmental Assembly conference features a foundation-funders panel, Larry Schweiger on global warming, and a look at affordable housing through an environmental lens. http://www.vcnva.org/vea/2008veassembly.html#agenda. Phone 804-644-0283 for details. Pay at the door or online: https://secure.groundspring.org/dn/index.php?aid=1776 -- Nathan Lott Executive Director Virginia Conservation Network 422 East Franklin St., Ste. 303 Richmond, VA 23219 804-644-0283 office 804-370-7972 cell nathan at vcnva.org www.vcnva.org From byarney at vccs.edu Thu Sep 25 09:56:00 2008 From: byarney at vccs.edu (Beatrice Yarney) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 09:56:00 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] SHARE Network Meeting and Awards Ceremony - changes made (you can still RSVP!) References: <1C644ABDA213E54FB1BABDA6E2BB48D302A25C3F@utexch01.vccs.edu> Message-ID: The Governor's Office for Workforce Development and the Virginia Community College System invite you to come and learn about the SHARE Network, and hear about those organizations already involved at the SHARE Network Meeting and Awards Ceremony. A networking lunch will follow. The new RSVP date is Monday, Sept 29. Event: SHARE Network Meeting and Awards Ceremony (with lunch to follow) Location: John Tyler Community College Nicholas Center Building, N111B 13101 Jefferson Davis Highway Chester, VA 23285 Date: Friday, Oct 3, 2008 Time: 10am - 12pm RSVP: SHARENetworkRSVP at vccs.edu or 804-371-5080 by Sept 29 The SHARE Network exists to strengthen connections between faith-based and community organizations and the workforce investment system-by establishing SHARE Network Access Points and utilizing the Virginia 2-1-1 human service agency database directory. SHARE stands for Sharing How Access to Resources Empowers, and essentially, SHARE Network Access points are workforce centers satellites located in faith- and community-based organizations. Staff members from the participating organizations provide job search assistance, referrals, resume help and other core services to help job seekers find employment. Questions? Contact: Beatrice Esi Yarney, Virginia Community College System Office for Workforce Development Services, 804-371-5080, byarney at vccs.edu From cunyd at vcu.edu Thu Sep 25 09:58:26 2008 From: cunyd at vcu.edu (Deborah Cuny/cunyd/FS/VCU) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 09:58:26 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Especially for Nonprofits - New Classes, Dates, Rolling Admission Message-ID: Especially for Nonprofits (ENP) wants to help you achieve your mission. ENP provides high quality, affordable professional development for the nonprofit community of Central Virginia. All classes are just $45.00 thanks to ENP's partners who subsidize each academic credit so that all students have equal access to an education worth hundreds of dollars. Especially for Nonprofits is accepting applications on a rolling basis so if you haven't yet, please sign up for fall 2008 classes today! Below, please find updates for the following classes: New Date: Introduction to Excel November 4 & 11 Instructor: Wilma Andrews New Date: Empowerment and Accountability October 8 & 9 Instructors: Ann Deaton and David Emerald New Class: Volunteer Resources Management: Advanced class! November 17 & 24 Instructors: Katie Campbell and Kathy Perun To learn more about all of fall semester's classes please visit: http://www.community.vcu.edu/programs/nonprofit/registration.html **************************************** Deborah Cuny Especially for Nonprofit Organizations 920 W Franklin St Valentine House, RM 304 (W) 804-828-8838 Email us now to join the listserv! **************************************** From FBrown at pathways-va.org Fri Sep 26 09:02:47 2008 From: FBrown at pathways-va.org (Frank Brown) Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2008 09:02:47 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Pathways Rheumatology Clinic Message-ID: Pathways is pleased to announce the addition of a free Rheumatology Clinic for the uninsured, to be held the first Thursday of every month, beginning October 2, at its clinic facility, 1200 W. Washington St. Petersburg, VA 23803. We will continue to provide cardiac attention on the second and third Thursdays of each month. Call Ron Thompson at 862-1104, Ext. 301 for information and appointments. Frank Brown Administrative Assistant Pathways 1200 W. Washington St. Petersburg, VA 23803 804-862-1104 ext. 311 No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.2/1690 - Release Date: 9/25/2008 7:05 AM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.2/1690 - Release Date: 9/25/2008 7:05 AM From gail at npmgmtsolutions.com Fri Sep 26 12:32:31 2008 From: gail at npmgmtsolutions.com (Gail Merridew) Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:32:31 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Focus INC October Workshops Message-ID: <000001c91ff5$7a699c40$0c01a8c0@DJXJLS11> The following Focus INC workshops are being offered in October: Friday, October 3rd, 1pm-4pm, Nonprofit Retirement Plans - Petersburg Library, Basement Meeting Room, 137 South Sycamore Street, 23803, with Randy Howard. Nonprofit retirement plans have received little attention or oversight by any regulatory body until recent years. Many nonprofit board members do not recognize their fiduciary role for plan oversight, including the approval of investment choices, the competitive selection of providers, and the monitoring of fees. This session is designed for board and senior staff members of NPOs that have or are considering establishing a 403b plan. FREE! Wednesday, October 8th. 5:30pm-8:30pm, Risk Management for Nonprofits - Hopewell Public Library, Community Meeting Room, 209 East Cawson Street, 23860, with Sam Revenson. Bad things can happen at nonprofits, too! Employees, guests, customers, property, equipment, vehicles, and the services you provide - all have inherent risks for economic loss. What can you do to be proactive? This session covers both identification of risks at your organization and what to do about them. Attendees will learn different risk transfer and reduction strategies, including contracts, insurance, safety, training, and physical controls. Examples of problem and solution choices will be discussed. $20 includes light refreshments. Monday, October 13th, 1pm-4pm, Program Evaluation 102: Making the Connections - Harrowgate Elementary School, 15501 Harrowgate Road, Chester, 23831, with Barbie Dunn. This workshop provides an introduction to the use of logic models in evaluation planning. Logic models are popular tools used to represent relationships between program needs, goals, objectives, activities, and outcomes. Making these connections provides a road map for both understanding and evaluating an organization's programs. Anyone associated with program planning or providing outcome information to funders or the public will benefit from this session. $20 Tuesday, October 21st, 8:30am-5:00pm, IRS Form 990s: Form Changes, Preparation & Evaluation - The Cameron Foundation, 24 West Old Street, Petersburg, 23803. Virginia nonprofits have very few reporting requirements once they obtain 501(c)(3) status; however, IRS Form 990s are one of the most important. NOTE: Major changes have been made to Form 990s in the past year and organizations whose next fiscal year ends 12/31/08 or later are expected to integrate these requirements by their FYE date. In these full-day seminars, three separate workshops provide different levels of Form 990 information: >From 8:30-11:00am, Bunkie Righter of GuideStar-Philanthropic Research leads board members and senior staff through the form in general and points out areas foundations and others evaluate for service information and financial ratio performance. $20 >From 11:30am-2:00pm, Randy Howard discusses recent changes passed by the IRS related to form design and supporting information with those responsible for ensuring appropriate form preparation (including accountants and organization staff). $20 >From 2:30pm-5:00pm, Melody Stone walks financial staff and form preparers through a translation between an NPO's chart of accounts and the information reported on the form. $20 For planning purposes, pre-registration is strongly encouraged; however, walk-in registrants are always welcome. To read a description about each of these sessions/instructors and/or to obtain Fall (Sept-Dec) 2008 registration forms, go to The Cameron Foundation's website, www.thecameronfoundation.org (under Nonprofit Resources / Focus INC), the Southside Virginia Nonprofit Resource Center website, www.svnrc-online.org (under Learning Opportunities), or contact Gail Merridew at gail at npmgmtsolutions.com or one of the phone numbers listed below. We look forward to serving you, Gail Merridew Program Coordinator (866)403-5505 Toll Free (804)957-5913 Petersburg (804)795-9009 Richmond (804)874-5334 Cell From gail at npmgmtsolutions.com Fri Sep 26 17:02:04 2008 From: gail at npmgmtsolutions.com (Gail Merridew) Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2008 17:02:04 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] WORKSHOP CANCELLATION Message-ID: <001701c9201b$24b642a0$0c01a8c0@DJXJLS11> The Focus INC Workshop, "Effective Staff Management & Retention: 10 Tips for Success", scheduled for Monday, September 29th, 5:30pm-8:30pm, at the Wakefield Foundation has been cancelled due to lack of sufficient pre-registration. To register for other workshops on the Fall 2008 schedule, please visit The Cameron Foundation's website, www.thecameronfoundation.org (under Nonprofit Resources / Focus INC), the Southside Virginia Nonprofit Resource Center website, www.svnrc-online.org (under Learning Opportunities), or contact Gail Merridew at gail at npmgmtsolutions.com or one of the phone numbers listed below. Thank you, Gail Merridew Program Coordinator (866)403-5505 Toll Free (804)957-5913 Petersburg (804)795-9009 Richmond (804)874-5334 Cell From toni at whichdollar.org Sat Sep 27 13:23:30 2008 From: toni at whichdollar.org (Toni McDavid) Date: Sat, 27 Sep 2008 13:23:30 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Runway for Recovery Fashion Extravaganza Message-ID: <6ABA536523044120A7E562427F8A3A46@mcdavid> The 3rd Annual ?$Which Dollar Runway for Recovery Fashion Extravaganza event will feature the latest fashions from Monkeys, La Grande Dame, and Peter-Blair, from the Shops on Libbie & Grove, modeled by cancer survivors and others, in honor or memory of cancer patients, wearing jewelry provided by Sycamore Jewelers. Former Green Bay Packer, William Henderson and local author, Nancy Wright Beasley will also be modeling. Amy Lacey, the anchor of 8News at Noon on WRIC TV8 will emcee the event again this year. Proceeds from the fashion show provides financial assistance to qualified cancer patients and their families by relieving the day-to-day stress of the high cost for treatment. This relief allows the patient to concentrate on treatment and recovery. When: Saturday, November 8, 2008, 6-10PM Where: The Marquee, 3015 Cutshaw Ave, Richmond Tickets are $55 per person and includes heavy hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine. A live auction will also be enjoyed as well as music by DJ Darrell Johnson of Vertigo Entertainment and photo booth by Freeze Frame. To purchase tickets, please visit our Web Site at www.whichdollar.org or call 276-0640.