Overview
Presenting Sponsor
Join Craigslist Foundation for a day of knowledge, resources and networking, all focused on how to start and run a vibrant nonprofit. Nonprofit Boot Camp is designed to educate and empower the next generation of nonprofit leaders and social entrepreneurs, connecting them with valuable industry resources, peers and potential supporters.
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Conference Highlights
Educational Tracks
Nonprofit Basics: An intro to the nonprofit world for those new to the sector or looking to start a nonprofit or social enterprise. Presented by Governance Matters, Leader to Leader Institute, Nonprofit Coordinating Committee of New York, Support Center for Nonprofit Management and YNPN (Young Nonprofit Professionals Network).
Fundraising: An overview of fundraising strategies and resources, including Fundraising 101, Grant Seeking Basics and Reality Grantmaking. Presented by the AFP (Association of Fundraising Professionals), Cause Effective, Foundation Center and NYCharities.org.
Social Entrepreneurship: Learn about the process of using entrepreneurial and business skills to create innovative approaches to social problems. Presented by Council of Community Services of NYS, Echoing Green, The National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) and NYU Stern Berkley Center for Entrepreneurial Studies.
Technology: Explore how technology can empower your organization or idea. IT topics will cover Nonprofit Technology, Communicating Technology Needs and Technology Resources. Presented by ePhilanthropy Foundation, NPower NY,and N-TEN.
Keynote
Ami Dar, Executive Director of Action Without Borders/Idealist.org
Sheena Wright, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Abyssinian Development Corporation (ADC)
Exhibit Hall
The Exhibit Hall will feature a variety of organizations that serve emerging nonprofit leaders and social entrepreneurs. All of these groups provide services and products specifically geared towards the needs of nonprofits and professionals new to the sector. Organizations will exhibit from 8:00AM – 3:30PM.
Community Lounge
The Community Lounge is designed as a place for conference attendees to connect in a casual environment. The Lounge features a Nonprofit Bulletin Board, Green Event Information and Career Counseling and Ask the Experts opportunities.
Career Counseling & Ask the Experts
Take advantage of this rare opportunity for free, one-on-one advice! Sign up event day for a private, 20-minute session with an Expert or Career Counselor who can answer your questions. Areas of expertise include Fundraising, Marketing & PR, Social Entrepreneurship, Strategic Planning, Human Resources, Volunteer Recruitment & Management and Advocacy & Law. Career Counselors can help you develop an effective search strategy, enhance your resume and respond to your job search and career-related questions.
Networking Reception
Immediately following Nonprofit Boot Camp, all graduates are invited to the Networking Reception. The Reception will connect Boot Camp graduates with fellow attendees, exhibitors, partners and sponsors, as well as more than 100 nonprofit, political, business and community leaders. Guests will be treated to complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, as well as outstanding entertainment from leading arts nonprofits.