Just a reminder that the final date to “blog and receive incentives” is June 30, 2008. We certainly hope that you will continue to use your blog as a tool but in order to receive the incentives, you must have everything accomplished by June 30th. Please refer to the blog requirements sheets attached as a refresher.
If you participate on a board (council, commission, park, school, etc). you know it is far more work than simply showing up. Join the Horizons Program, ND Insurance Reserve Fund and ND League of Cities in a seminar designed to make your meetings more effective.
This seminar will be held on Thursday, June 26 in Beach, ND at the LaPlaya Mexican Restaurant from 2:30 - 8 PM with supper included. A brochure is attached for more information and an opportunity to register for a portion of the workshop.
The North Dakota Community Foundation is sponsoring 3 more workshops on community endowment funds in the state next month. Please consider attending these informative sessions. They will assist your community in better understanding community endowments and how your community might set one up for their future. These workshops are free and I encourage you to consider this great offer.
June 5th - Valle Lutheran Church in Rolette at 3:30 PM
June 20 - Steele Community Center at 9:30 am
June 20 - Bowman at 1:30 PM (Mountain Time)
We are in the final month of the “official” Horizons program in North Dakota and I am so thrilled to see all that has been done. You should be very proud of your accomplishments and work to assist your communities in becoming a thriving place for all.
A letter was sent out to contact people in each of our 21 towns regarding a final gala celebration to be held on July 9th at the Bismarck Ramkota hotel from 11-4 pm. This day is all about YOU and the afternoon is planned to hear your stories! I am excited and so looking forward to seeing everyone there.
I have attached a letter with the details for this Horizons Gala on July 9th. We have invited Governor John Hoeven to assist us in a special presentation to each community so I do hope that community members will be able to attend. We have capped it at 10 attendees per community but you can add to the ten any elected state legislators from your region. We really hope they can come and hear your stories as well.
The deadline to RSVP with Sandy Erickson (701-328-9718 or sandra.k.erickson@ndsu.edu) is June 30th. We are so excited to celebrate with all of you!
The Travel and Tourism Leader award was given to Kathy Stremick, Walhalla’s Economic Developer during the ND Tourism Conference in Mandan this year. Kathy has been vital in developing her local area’s tourism industry which has positively impacted the region. The “Rendezvous Region” term originated with help from Kathy.
She assisted in organizing the snowmobile trail system in the early ’80s, organized the development of the Pembina Gorge Trail Stem, Pembina River Trail, Rendezvous Region Scenic Backway, scenic overlooks and the local bike path. She also helped develop the Gorge Arts & Heritage Council. Congratulations Kathy!
News Release
For Immediate Release
April 7, 2008
Contact: Dana Schaar, Executive Director
701-258-9101 or 888-396-3266
ndano@btinet.net
“Follow the Federal Dollars” Workshop Scheduled for April 23
BISMARCK – Become a more effective advocate on federal budget and policy issues by attending the “Follow the Federal Dollars” workshop on April 23 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Best Western Doublewood Inn in Bismarck, N.D.
Nonprofit leaders, advocates, community leaders, front-line staff and members of the public will benefit from understanding how the federal budget process works and how to participate in the process.
Steve Francisco, federal policy director for the Minnesota Budget Project, an initiative of the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, will lead the workshop.
Francisco will also moderate the luncheon discussion with staff from North Dakota’s Congressional delegation about advocacy strategies at the federal level.
The workshop is presented by the North Dakota Association of Nonprofit Organizations (NDANO) and made possible with support from the Northwest Area Foundation.
The registration fee, which includes lunch, is $10 for NDANO members and $25 for non-members. The deadline to register is April 16. Visit www.ndano.org, call 701-258-9101 or e-mail ndano@btinet.net to register or learn more.
NDANO’s mission is that its member organizations will have the resources and support to effectively fulfill their missions. NDANO serves nonprofit organizations and the North Dakota nonprofit sector in four core service areas: professional development; information and research; public policy and advocacy; and cost-saving programs.
A Rural Community Forum will be offered on Friday, June 13, 2008 from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (CDT) at the ND Heritage Center, 612 East Boulevard Ave, Bismarck, as an informal opportunity to learn from each other. Various panels will be there to offer experience and group discussion around a number of issues including; re-use of school buildings, community operated cafes, stores, local foods, learning based vacation opportunities, and community endowment funds.
The registration fee is $20 to cover lunch and the registration deadline is June 1. A registration form and more information attached below.
A 2008 Issue Guide has been prepared for each of North Dakota’s 47 Legislative Districts, as well as the state, in preparation for the 2008 election year. The two-page issue Guides present data on children’s well-being in North Dakota in the areas of population, family structure, poverty and parental employment. Please take a look at your district’s information to become informed about the status of children in your area.
NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
April 2, 2008
Contact: Dana Schaar, Executive Director
701-258-9101 or 888-396-3266
ndano@btinet.net
BISMARCK – The North Dakota Association of Nonprofit Organizations (NDANO) is pleased to offer a new full-service online Job Center at www.ndano.org.
NDANO knows how hard it is for nonprofit employers to find top-quality professionals and for those professionals to find the right employers. The Job Center focuses on connecting job seekers and employers in the nonprofit sector.
Employers using the Job Center can purchase a single job posting or a package and give job seekers access to view postings. Employers also have the option to search posted resumes, find candidates who are good matches and pay only for the resumes that fit their job opportunities with the pay-per-resume feature. Posted jobs also get emailed to job seekers through a job alert system. This system notifies job seekers of new job opportunities that match their search criteria.
An anonymous resume bank feature enables job seekers to list their experience and qualifications in a protected environment. By giving both active and passive job seekers the ability to anonymously post their resumes, this service allows individuals to stay connected to the employment market while maintaining full control of their confidential information.
NDANO serves nonprofit organizations and the North Dakota nonprofit sector in four core service areas: professional development; information and research; public policy and advocacy; and cost-saving programs. The Job Center is a natural fit for NDANO to serve the nonprofit sector in the area of professional development.
For more information, visit www.ndano.org.
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This fair is designed for individuals who are seeking assistance or have questions regarding the purchase of a home or the renovation of their existing home. Agencies scheduled to give presentations include USDA Rural Development, North Dakota Housing Finance Agency, North Central Planning Council, Dakota Prairie Community Action and local lenders/real estate agents.
Tuesday, April 8th from 5-8 PM
Brown Memorial Auditorium in New Rockford, ND
Please contact Amy Wobbema in New Rockford with questions - 701-947-2205.