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CFLC and BVU present Nonprofit Financial Training
North Ridgeville Branch Lorain Public Library 35700 Bainbridge Road, North Ridgeville, United StatesWhat is the role of the board when it comes to nonprofit finances? Join the Community Foundation of Lorain County and BVU for a nonprofit financial seminar. This in-person seminar will feature Pam Lebold of Maloney & Novotny, LLC and a panel of Lorain-based financial experts. Topics covered during this include a deep dive into […]
Nonprofit Leaders’ Breakfast: The Foundation Community’s Racial Equity Journey and What it Means for Our Nonprofits
Tucker Ellis LLP 950 Main Ave., Suite 1100, Cleveland, OH, United StatesNonprofit Leaders’ Breakfast: The Foundation Community’s Racial Equity Journey and What it Means for Our Nonprofits
Civic Connections: Skill CONNECT – The Next Volunteering Frontier
Oswald Companies 1100 Superior Ave #1500, Cleveland, OhioJoin us as we hear from skill-based volunteer and Gallagher Employee Benefits Consultant, Jamie Dasher, on how BVU’s Skill CONNECT program engages professionals, develops their skills, and gives employees the opportunity to support our nonprofits and our community.
Sustaining the Mission: Nonprofit Combinations and Other Strategic Partnerships Webinar
VirtualGiven current challenges facing community-based nonprofits, it is increasingly important for leadership to assess how more formal partnerships, including strategic combinations with other organizations, might help preserve and enhance their missions.
BVU Nonprofit Leadership Summit: The People Who Power Our Nonprofits
Tinkham Veale University Center 11038 Bellflower Road, Cleveland, OH, United StatesOver the past 2+ years, it’s been our people- staff, board, and volunteers – that have helped our nonprofits survive. But at what cost? Burnout, turnover, lack of clarity in our work, the war for talent. For our organizations to come through and thrive, we need clear strategies and approaches for attracting, retaining, and engaging our most valuable assets. Join us for a ½ day of learning focused on how we can support the people that power our nonprofits.
Board Matching Alumni Reception
Fathom 2020 Center St, ClevelandREGISTER Please join BVU and fellow board matching alumni on November 10 at Fathom at 4:30. This event is exclusive to individuals who went through BVU’s Board CONNECT board matching program. It has been our honor to connect you with nonprofit boards and now we hope to connect you with one another and provide you […]
Preparing Your Nonprofit for Its Annual Financial Audit Seminar (Virtual)
zoomIn this webcast, we will review best practices for audit readiness from the RFP process all the way through to the audit presentation and final board approval. This will include considerations for document preparation, setting timelines, and establishing any related policies.
Nonprofit Leaders’ Breakfast: Creating LGBTQ+ Inclusive Workplaces
VirtualIn order to achieve an inclusive workplace, employees must understand the dynamics of diversity and how language and behavior contribute to maintaining an inclusive and productive workplace. Attendees will develop skills and understanding to better respond to business situations and interactions as well as build knowledge on the LGBTQ consumer and employee market.
Ask the Expert
VirtualThese 60-minute one-on-one meetings provide an opportunity for the nonprofit and the skills-based volunteer to work on a small project or the skills-based volunteer can answer questions or provide practical suggestions.
Virtual Training: Legal Update For Charitable Giving
zoomJoin BVU and the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association to learn about several fund development concepts and how they are affected by the current legal landscape.
Civic Connections: Re-Engaging your employees through team volunteer projects
Oswald CentreRegister here BVU Business Member Exclusive Many of us find ourselves in some form of a hybrid work environment. How are we staying connected with colleagues beyond screen time? Are employees struggling with finding ways to feel engaged while remote? According to UnitedHealth Group, 64% of employees who volunteered said it improved work […]
Homeless Stand Down
Cleveland Public Auditorium 500 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OhioJoin BVU and over 80 nonprofits to provide resources, respite, and reconnection to individuals experiencing homelessness in this powerful one-day event.
Effective Board Leadership: The CEO/Board Chair Partnership
Avon Library 37485 Harvest Dr, Avon, OH, United StatesThis educational event is part of a partnership with the Community Foundation of Lorain County.
Intro to Nonprofit Board Service for Hispanic & Latino Professionals
zoomOn April 28th, Join Darnell Davis Jr. of BVU and Marcia Moreno of AmMore Consulting LLC to learn the importance of joining a nonprofit board as a member of the Hispanic/Latino community.
Nonprofit Leaders’ Breakfast: Understanding and Planning for Cyber Security Risk
MAGNET Cleveland 1800 East 63rd Street, Cleveland, OH, United StatesREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS NOW CLOSED. For any questions, please contact Macin Sheeder at msheeder@bvuvolunteers.org. Event Details Topic: Understanding and Planning for Cyber Security Risk at Your Nonprofit When: Thursday, May 4 from 9:00-10:30am Where: MAGNET (The Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network) | 1800 E63rd St, Cleveland, OH 44103 Members: $25 Nonmembers: $50 When […]
Role of the Board
Tucker Ellis LLP 950 Main Ave., Suite 1100, Cleveland, OH, United StatesAfter attending this training, you will have guidelines for effective and meaningful nonprofit board service and a clear understanding of your role and the expectations of a nonprofit board member.
Network with Purpose (May)
Connect with other business professionals while volunteering. BVU BUSINESS MEMBER EXCLUSIVE.
Ask the Expert
VirtualThese 60-minute one-on-one meetings provide an opportunity for the nonprofit and the skills-based volunteer to work on a small project or the skills-based volunteer can answer questions or provide practical suggestions.
Crisis Communications and Management for Nonprofits
zoomJoin BVU and crisis management specialist Bruce Hennes to develop a strategic approach to communicating during a variety of high-stakes situations in this free virtual seminar.
2023 Civic Connections: Corporate Community Engagement Series
Greater Akron Chamber Event Center 388 South Main Street, Suite 205, Akron, OH, United StatesREGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED FOR THIS EVENT. Join us as we unpack how mindful employee attraction, development, engagement, and retention support business sustainability. We are excited to feature area business leaders, as we connect community focused professionals and explore the enterprise benefits of a thriving employee culture. Attendees will: Gain knowledge and insight. Engage in […]
Summer of Service (BVU Member Service Day)
Old Brooklyn CDCBVU Business Members: Join us this summer for a collaborative service day to better the Northeast Ohio we all call home!
Nonprofit Leaders’ Breakfast: Cultivating a Board of Fundraisers
Tucker Ellis LLP 950 Main Ave., Suite 1100, Cleveland, OH, United StatesLearn to empower, educate, and engage your board members to become fundraising pros at our third and final Nonprofit Leaders' Breakfast of 2023.
Leveraging Data to Tell Your Impact Story
zoomIn partnership with Tech Impact and sponsored by The Cleveland Foundation, BVU is excited to present a three-part Tech Webinar Series for nonprofit leaders and staff.
Network with Purpose
MedWish International 1625 E 31st St, Cleveland, OHConnect with other business professionals while volunteering. BVU BUSINESS MEMBER EXCLUSIVE.
Intro to Nonprofit Board Service for Black & African American Professionals
zoomOn August 31st, join leaders from BVU, the Cleveland NAACP, and The Presidents' Council to discuss nonprofit board service.
Tech Planning: What You Need and How to Fund It
zoomIn partnership with Tech Impact and sponsored by The Cleveland Foundation, BVU is excited to present a three-part Tech Webinar Series for nonprofit leaders and staff.
Role of the Board
Tucker Ellis LLP 950 Main Ave., Suite 1100, Cleveland, OH, United StatesJoin us for The Role of the Board, a nonprofit leadership development event featuring an expert panel discussing roles, responsibilities, challenges & more in regard to nonprofit board membership.
Ask the Expert
VirtualThese 60-minute one-on-one meetings provide an opportunity for the nonprofit and the skills-based volunteer to work on a small project or the skills-based volunteer can answer questions or provide practical suggestions.
2023 Civic Connections: Corporate Community Engagement Series
Oswald CentreThis September, join BVU and LaRese Purnell (Co-Founder & Managing Partner, CLE Consulting Firm) for a brief presentation on how small business can make a big impact, followed by curated table conversations and open networking time.
Preventing a Data Breach: The #1 Priority for Nonprofit Leaders
zoomIn partnership with Tech Impact and sponsored by The Cleveland Foundation, BVU is excited to present a three-part Tech Webinar Series for nonprofit leaders and staff.
2023 Civic Leadership Summit: Healthy Teams for Higher Impact
Case Western Reserve UniversityIn honor of our 30th anniversary, BVU is bringing together business and nonprofit leaders for a morning of learning, conversation, and action.
Intro to Nonprofit Board Service for AAPI Professionals
zoomOn November 29, join local leaders to discuss nonprofit board service for AAPI professionals.
Role of the Board
zoomJoin us for The Role of the Board, a nonprofit leadership development event featuring an expert panel discussing roles, responsibilities, challenges & more in regard to nonprofit board membership.
Intro to Nonprofit Board Service for Hispanic & Latino Professionals
VirtualThis series brings together professionals of diverse backgrounds to discuss how nonprofit board service can uplift not only individual members, but the people and communities they care about.
Ask the Expert
VirtualThese 60-minute one-on-one meetings provide an opportunity for nonprofits to receive assistance, answers, and suggestions from a skills-based volunteer in a particular subject area.
Move Your Mission Forward with Story
Effectively telling your nonprofit story is crucial to mission success, whether you are fundraising, attracting new partners, writing grants, or recruiting volunteers.
Community Connections: Homelessness
VirtualGain new understandings of the state of homelessness in our community after diving into various myths, perspectives, and key efforts by local nonprofits to create lasting change.
Role of the Board
Tucker Ellis LLP 950 Main Ave., Suite 1100, Cleveland, OH, United StatesJoin us for The Role of the Board, a nonprofit leadership development event featuring an expert panel discussing roles, responsibilities, challenges & more in regard to nonprofit board membership.
Homeless Stand Down
Cleveland Public Auditorium 500 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OhioJoin BVU and over 80 nonprofits to provide resources, respite, and reconnection to individuals experiencing homelessness in this powerful one-day event.