Sourcewell Adds Nonprofit Services, Funding
Three-part course offered to assist nonprofits in succession planning
Sourcewell has always recognized the importance of its nonprofit partners throughout the area but was finally in a position where resources could be devoted in a full-time capacity. I am honored to serve in this capacity and look forward to working with the nonprofits that make an incredible difference throughout Region 5.
Nonprofits within Region 5 have a new ally in providing services and resources to local communities.
Sourcewell recently announced the addition of nonprofit services to its partners in Cass, Crow Wing, Morrison, Todd, and Wadena counties. The expansion of services and opportunities was in response to the growing needs and challenges facing nonprofits, according to Sourcewell Nonprofit Member Specialist Tammy Filippi.
“Sourcewell has always recognized the importance of its nonprofit partners throughout the area but was finally in a position where resources could be devoted in a full-time capacity,” Filippi said. “I am honored to serve in this capacity and look forward to working with the nonprofits that make an incredible difference throughout Region 5.”
On January 22, Sourcewell will host the first in a three-part series of Succession Training for Nonprofits. Whether there is an unexpected vacancy on the staff or board, or the anticipated transition of a long-tenured leader, having a plan in place can help nonprofit organizations weather the inevitable challenges.
Designed for a two-person team, sessions one and two focus on individuals' roles and responsibilities, while the final session brings the nonprofit's team together for a shared strategy. To ensure continuity and the best outcome, organizations are recommended to attend all three sessions.
Session 1 - Executive Directors & Leadership Staff
Tuesday, January 22, 2019 | 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
This session will focus on:
- Understanding the roles of the executive director and board
- Defining who does what now and in the future
- Identifying and developing talent for future leadership
Session 2 - Board of Directors
Tuesday, February 26, 2019 | 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
This session will focus on:
- Addressing interim leadership needs
- Maintaining leadership continuity while mitigating risk
Session 3 - All Leaders: Board of Directors + Executive Directors & Leadership Staff
Thursday, March 21, 2019 | 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
This session will focus on:
- Identifying opportunities and challenges from all perspectives
- Targeting organizational stability and continuity through leadership change
All three sessions will be held at Sourcewell in Staples and presented by Julie Pelzl of J. Pelzl Consulting. Cost is $45 per two-person team for nonprofits in Region 5 or $105 per two-person for other nonprofits. Meals are included.
Deadline to register is January 15. For more information, including session descriptions, visit sourcewell.co/Succession.
Sourcewell (formerly National Joint Powers Alliance) is a self-supporting government organization, partnering with education, government, and nonprofits to boost student and community success. Created in 1978 as one of Minnesota's nine service cooperatives, we offer training and shared services to our central-Minnesota members. Throughout North America, we offer a cooperative purchasing program with over 300 awarded vendors on contract. Sourcewell is driven by service and the ability to strategically reinvest in member communities.