"Advocacy is one of the social sector’s greatest powers, but lobbying restrictions and common misconceptions can make it challenging to know when and how to advocate. This webinar will support organizations in engaging in responsive and strategic advocacy by reviewing the responsibilities of 501(c)(3) organizations. We will review case studies to outline key differences between lobbying and advocacy. …
Cranston High School East 899 Park Avenue Cranston, RI
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Come prepared for keynotes from seasoned Main Street leaders, topical breakout sessions, tours of the nearby commercial corridor, and opportunities to meet colleagues working to build vibrant, successful Main Streets across RI. Sampling of Breakout Sessions: Breakout Sessions will take …
From SCORE: For founders ready to bring in support wisely—learn how to assess your needs, explore flexible hiring options, and build a cost-conscious plan that helps you grow without losing focus. Early-stage founders and small business owners often reach a …
"Join us to learn practical strategies for better engaging your board in fundraising. In this course, we’ll cover boards’ typical fundraising responsibilities, why some board members may be reluctant to fundraise, and how to overcome these concerns. We will also …
Innovate Newport 513 Broadway 202 Newport, RI 02840
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From the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce: Focus on cultivating a healthy organizational culture through policies that should be in place and employment recruitment and retention strategies that can weather challenges like financial instability, staff burnout, and public scrutiny. Address …
"We invite you to join us as we foster a community where women from all walks of life can connect, share their experiences, and collaborate towards a shared goal of growth and empowerment. Together, we will explore strategies, techniques, and …
Small group sessions are here for you to learn how to better navigate the platform, ask questions, get guidance into specific scenarios, or get an overview if you're just getting started. At the beginning of the call we encourage participants …
From SCORE: If you're feeling uncertain about AI and want to learn how other business owners are taking those first baby steps, this workshop is for you. I'm Shea Johnson, a SCORE mentee and fellow business owner. I've seen firsthand …
Protecting Your Nonprofit: Essential 501 (c)(3) Compliance Strategies In an unprecedented regulatory environment, nonprofit organizations face heightened scrutiny and potential threats to their tax-exempt status. Recent administrative actions have expressed threats ranging from revocation of tax-exempt status to investigations of …