Tuesday, January 5, noon (Brown Bag)
Guerilla Tactics: Motivating Your Board and CEO to
Raise More Money
Paula K. Parrish, CFRE Webinar
Ithaca, Tompkins County Public Library
Tuesday, February 2, 4:00 – 6:00
Member Networking Social Event
Ithaca: NorthStar, 202 East Falls Street
Tuesday, March 2, noon
Strategic Major Gifts Fundraising Chip Bryce, Director, Cornell University
Office of Gift Planning
Ramada Inn, 2310 N. Triphammer Rd., Ithaca
Tuesday, April 6, noon
Baby Boomers & Philanthropy
Prof Karl Pillemer, Director, Cornell Institute for Translational Research on Aging
Ramada Inn, 2310 N. Triphammer Rd., Ithaca
Tuesday, May 4, 8:30 – 10:00
Breakfast Provided
Highlights from the International AFP Conference
Panel of Attendees
Ithaca, Tompkins County Public Library
Friday, June 18, 9:00 – 3:00
AFP Fingerlakes Day Long Conference
Ted Hart - People to People Fundraising:How to Succeed On-line,
Location: TBA
Tuesday, July 6, noon
Leadership & Conflict Resolution
Ann Martin, Praxis Consulting Group
Ramada Inn, 2310 N. Triphammer Rd., Ithaca
NO AUGUST MEETING
Tuesday, September 7, Time TBA
Joint Meeting with the Finger Lakes Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America: Community Relations Building Location & Time TBA
Tuesday, October 5, 8:30 – 10:00 Breakfast Provided
Succeeding Capital Campaign Success
Kathy Cole, President,
West Wind Consulting
Tompkins County Public Library
November, noon
National Philanthropy Day
Location & Date TBA
Tuesday, December 7, noon
Holiday Gathering
Tompkins County Public Library
Naturally, changes in scheduling may occur as the year progresses. Changes and up-dates will be announced by email. Please contact the chapter’s membership chairperson, Carla Dawejko, crd24@cornell.edu, with questions about AFP.
www.afpfingerlakes.org
Monday, December 28, 2009
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Nonprofits Expanding
WETM Channel 18 reported that with the continuing down turn of the economy non-profit organizations are growing to fit neighbor's needs.CEO Natasha Thompson of the Food Bank in the Southern Tier, says, "The reality is that about fifteen percent of the population in the Southern Tier are living at or below the federal poverty level, which is $21,200 before taxes."
Thompson also says despite the economic slump, her charity will be expanding thanks to the generosity of the community.
She says, "Our growth over the past ten years is us just getting a lot better at supply the need that already exists."
With an increase of members during recent years, non-profit organizations have been applying for more funds to make sure they have enough to provide those who are less unfortunate.
Bridget Steed of the Catholic Charities in Elmira says they got help from the federal level.
Steed says, "Most recently the stimulus funds that were distributed we were fortunate to apply for and receive. Plus additionally other applications we applied for early on."
The number of neighbors needing services has increased every year.
This means charity directors need to know how many people they need to accommodate.
Steed also says, "We look at what the community need is. We project that out towards the future and identify and figure out what we can apply for.”
Both Steed and Thompson say their organizations can't run without local support.
Catholic Charities have already made plans to expand housing options for neighbors in need.
The food bank of the Southern Tier is planning on expanding into the old Seneca Beverage building.
Thompson also says despite the economic slump, her charity will be expanding thanks to the generosity of the community.
She says, "Our growth over the past ten years is us just getting a lot better at supply the need that already exists."
With an increase of members during recent years, non-profit organizations have been applying for more funds to make sure they have enough to provide those who are less unfortunate.
Bridget Steed of the Catholic Charities in Elmira says they got help from the federal level.
Steed says, "Most recently the stimulus funds that were distributed we were fortunate to apply for and receive. Plus additionally other applications we applied for early on."
The number of neighbors needing services has increased every year.
This means charity directors need to know how many people they need to accommodate.
Steed also says, "We look at what the community need is. We project that out towards the future and identify and figure out what we can apply for.”
Both Steed and Thompson say their organizations can't run without local support.
Catholic Charities have already made plans to expand housing options for neighbors in need.
The food bank of the Southern Tier is planning on expanding into the old Seneca Beverage building.
Friday, December 4, 2009
Southern Tier hospitals finalize affiliation agreement
Central NY Business Journal reported that after exploring their options for 17 months, two Southern Tier hospitals finalized an affiliation agreement that's the next step in an eventual merger.
In a statement released today, the board of directors of Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in the town of Urbana announced it reached an agreement on affiliation with Arnot Ogden Medical Center of Elmira.
The agreement includes the Fred and Harriet Taylor Health Center (Davenport & Taylor).
The hospitals, which have been discussing an affiliation for nearly two years, are located about 40 miles apart.
Under the agreement, formally reached during the final week of November, Arnot Ogden will appoint a board including representatives from both hospitals to oversee operations at Davenport & Taylor.
In addition, the new Davenport & Taylor board will implement a management-services agreement with Arnot Ogden.
James Watson, current CEO of Davenport & Taylor, will become an employee of Arnot Ogden and report directly to the new board.
To close the merger, the hospitals need to complete a series of filings with the New York State Department of Health, finish corporate restructuring, and wrap up medical services agreements, according to Arnot Ogden. Read more here.
In a statement released today, the board of directors of Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in the town of Urbana announced it reached an agreement on affiliation with Arnot Ogden Medical Center of Elmira.
The agreement includes the Fred and Harriet Taylor Health Center (Davenport & Taylor).
The hospitals, which have been discussing an affiliation for nearly two years, are located about 40 miles apart.
Under the agreement, formally reached during the final week of November, Arnot Ogden will appoint a board including representatives from both hospitals to oversee operations at Davenport & Taylor.
In addition, the new Davenport & Taylor board will implement a management-services agreement with Arnot Ogden.
James Watson, current CEO of Davenport & Taylor, will become an employee of Arnot Ogden and report directly to the new board.
To close the merger, the hospitals need to complete a series of filings with the New York State Department of Health, finish corporate restructuring, and wrap up medical services agreements, according to Arnot Ogden. Read more here.
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Southern Tier Nonprofit Executive Directors meeting and registration
Executive Directors and Senior Management professionals from Southern Tier Nonprofit Organizations…..you are invited!
To: The Southern Tier Nonprofit Executive Directors’ (STNED) Final Meeting for 2009
Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Place:Tony R’s Restaurant, Corning, New York
For: An enjoyable evening of networking, food, refreshments and a cash bar.
To Register: Click on STNED 12-3-09 Meeting
The Southern Tier Nonprofit Directors Group (STNED) is a network of nonprofit executive and management professionals in the Southern Tier/Finger Lakes Region of New York State that provides education, peer support and the sharing of ideas to strengthen leadership and promote the collaborative utilization of resources.
Please join your colleagues for the final meeting for 2009. The first 3 quarterly meetings of STNED included an educational presentation with time for networking. The meeting at Tony R’s will not have a formal program, and will be dedicated to socializing with peers and looking forward to 2010.
Thanks to financial support provided by the STNED Steering Committee, registration is free for one participant from the first 40 organizations to register. There will be a donation at the door of $16/person for additional attendees.
For further information about STNED, go to www.ihsnet.org and click on STNED, or please feel free to contact any of the following Steering Committee Members.
Nancy Blake, Career Development Council
Elaine Farwell, Tanglewood Nature Center
David Hill, ProAction of Steuben and Yates Counties
Joyce Hyatt, Chemung Valley Rural Health Network
Sara Palmer, Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes
Patrick Rogers, The Institute for Human Services
Dick Russell, Faith In Action Steuben County
Chris Sproule, Triangle Foundation
We hope to see you there!
Patrick J. Rogers, Executive Director
Institute for Human Services, Inc.
Voice: 607.776.9467 Ext. 211
Fax: 607.776.9482
Email: rogersp@ihsnet.org
Web: www.ihsnet.org
To: The Southern Tier Nonprofit Executive Directors’ (STNED) Final Meeting for 2009
Date: Thursday December 3rd, 2009
Time: 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Place:Tony R’s Restaurant, Corning, New York
For: An enjoyable evening of networking, food, refreshments and a cash bar.
To Register: Click on STNED 12-3-09 Meeting
The Southern Tier Nonprofit Directors Group (STNED) is a network of nonprofit executive and management professionals in the Southern Tier/Finger Lakes Region of New York State that provides education, peer support and the sharing of ideas to strengthen leadership and promote the collaborative utilization of resources.
Please join your colleagues for the final meeting for 2009. The first 3 quarterly meetings of STNED included an educational presentation with time for networking. The meeting at Tony R’s will not have a formal program, and will be dedicated to socializing with peers and looking forward to 2010.
Thanks to financial support provided by the STNED Steering Committee, registration is free for one participant from the first 40 organizations to register. There will be a donation at the door of $16/person for additional attendees.
For further information about STNED, go to www.ihsnet.org and click on STNED, or please feel free to contact any of the following Steering Committee Members.
Nancy Blake, Career Development Council
Elaine Farwell, Tanglewood Nature Center
David Hill, ProAction of Steuben and Yates Counties
Joyce Hyatt, Chemung Valley Rural Health Network
Sara Palmer, Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes
Patrick Rogers, The Institute for Human Services
Dick Russell, Faith In Action Steuben County
Chris Sproule, Triangle Foundation
We hope to see you there!
Patrick J. Rogers, Executive Director
Institute for Human Services, Inc.
Voice: 607.776.9467 Ext. 211
Fax: 607.776.9482
Email: rogersp@ihsnet.org
Web: www.ihsnet.org
Friday, November 6, 2009
Save the Date: December 3rd Meeting
Next STNED Meeting
Thursday December 3rd, 2009, 5:00 pm
Tony R's Restaurant, Corning, NY
The STNED (pronounced Saint Ned) group recently held its 3rd quarter meeting on Thursday September 17th at the Tanglewood Nature Center, 443 Coleman Avenue, Elmira, NY 14903. Topics discussed included "What is Social Media: Facebook , Twitter, Linked In….., “, "How the heck do I even get onto Facebook/Twitter?”, application pros/cons and a discussion on the goals of using social media.
Sean Lukasik of Creative Agent presented a very interesting and educational presentation on Social Media. It addressed both the uses and abuses of social networking, and participants appreciated the insights provided.
The next STNED meeting will wrap up the first year of this group and will be a social gathering at Tony R's Restaurant in Corning on December 3rd. Please mark your calendars.
We hope that you can join us for refreshments and enjoy the opportunity to meet with your colleagues on December 3rd.
Thursday December 3rd, 2009, 5:00 pm
Tony R's Restaurant, Corning, NY
The STNED (pronounced Saint Ned) group recently held its 3rd quarter meeting on Thursday September 17th at the Tanglewood Nature Center, 443 Coleman Avenue, Elmira, NY 14903. Topics discussed included "What is Social Media: Facebook , Twitter, Linked In….., “, "How the heck do I even get onto Facebook/Twitter?”, application pros/cons and a discussion on the goals of using social media.
Sean Lukasik of Creative Agent presented a very interesting and educational presentation on Social Media. It addressed both the uses and abuses of social networking, and participants appreciated the insights provided.
The next STNED meeting will wrap up the first year of this group and will be a social gathering at Tony R's Restaurant in Corning on December 3rd. Please mark your calendars.
We hope that you can join us for refreshments and enjoy the opportunity to meet with your colleagues on December 3rd.
Monday, October 26, 2009
CommonKindness Rewards Community Volunteers
CommonKindness.com is accepting nominations from the general public to enter their favorite “do-gooders” in a contest to win a 5-night Caribbean Cruise, sponsored in conjunction with Cabot Creamery Cooperative and Celebrity Cruises. Nominations are being accepted through October 31st, 2009.
Seven winners making a profound difference in their communities and the world through their good deeds will be announced on Nov. 15th to win a cruise to the Caribbean for themselves and one guest, including airfare, in January 2010.
CommonKindness.com, Cabot and Celebrity Cruises would like to encourage and reward everyday “unsung heroes” who work so hard and selflessly to make the world a better place.
Send Your Favorite “Do-Gooder” on a Caribbean Cruise for two!
(Who knows, maybe they’ll choose to bring you along!)
In every community, there are unsung heroes who quietly work behind the scenes to improve our communities and the world.
The reward for these special people usually resides in the good work they do, not in the recognition they receive. But today you can reward your favorite “do-gooder” by nominating them to win a 5-night Caribbean cruise for two!
Simply visit CommonKindness.com to enter them into a contest to win a 5-night Caribbean cruise for two, including airfare, sponsored by CommonKindness, Cabot Creamery Cooperative and Celebrity Cruises.
Entries must be received by 11:59 pm on Oct. 31st, 2009 so act now!
Seven lucky winners will be chosen on the merit of their community service and the impact it has on their community or the world.
Nominations are being accepted at CommonKindness.com through 11:59 pm October 31st, 2009. Winners will be announced on November 15th, 2009. Valued at approximately $3,244, the cruise is scheduled for January 23rd – 28th, 2010.
Remember to visit CommonKindness.com every week to save an average of $1,300 a year for your family on your groceries and other purchases. CommonKindness offers thousands of online coupons and discounts accepted at most supermarkets and retailers near you.
Best of all, every time you use a coupon or discount with CommonKindness, funds are generated to help support the charities and causes you are passionate about - at no cost to you!
Each time you use a coupon or online discount with CommonKindness, companies posting their offers pay advertising fees. CommonKindness shares 60% of its income with the causes and charities you choose from more than a million non-profit organizations already included on the site.
CommonKindness supports the charities and causes you are passionate about by putting money into your pockets instead of taking it out!
Dana Valdez
Director of Operations
CommonKindness
845-254-4535 ph
845-254-4549 fax
Seven winners making a profound difference in their communities and the world through their good deeds will be announced on Nov. 15th to win a cruise to the Caribbean for themselves and one guest, including airfare, in January 2010.
CommonKindness.com, Cabot and Celebrity Cruises would like to encourage and reward everyday “unsung heroes” who work so hard and selflessly to make the world a better place.
Send Your Favorite “Do-Gooder” on a Caribbean Cruise for two!
(Who knows, maybe they’ll choose to bring you along!)
In every community, there are unsung heroes who quietly work behind the scenes to improve our communities and the world.
The reward for these special people usually resides in the good work they do, not in the recognition they receive. But today you can reward your favorite “do-gooder” by nominating them to win a 5-night Caribbean cruise for two!
Simply visit CommonKindness.com to enter them into a contest to win a 5-night Caribbean cruise for two, including airfare, sponsored by CommonKindness, Cabot Creamery Cooperative and Celebrity Cruises.
Entries must be received by 11:59 pm on Oct. 31st, 2009 so act now!
Seven lucky winners will be chosen on the merit of their community service and the impact it has on their community or the world.
Nominations are being accepted at CommonKindness.com through 11:59 pm October 31st, 2009. Winners will be announced on November 15th, 2009. Valued at approximately $3,244, the cruise is scheduled for January 23rd – 28th, 2010.
Remember to visit CommonKindness.com every week to save an average of $1,300 a year for your family on your groceries and other purchases. CommonKindness offers thousands of online coupons and discounts accepted at most supermarkets and retailers near you.
Best of all, every time you use a coupon or discount with CommonKindness, funds are generated to help support the charities and causes you are passionate about - at no cost to you!
Each time you use a coupon or online discount with CommonKindness, companies posting their offers pay advertising fees. CommonKindness shares 60% of its income with the causes and charities you choose from more than a million non-profit organizations already included on the site.
CommonKindness supports the charities and causes you are passionate about by putting money into your pockets instead of taking it out!
Dana Valdez
Director of Operations
CommonKindness
845-254-4535 ph
845-254-4549 fax
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Oct 14th: What's the Best Way for Your Non-profit to Market its Message?
Join us at HSC's October 14th Forum for "Media Update: the Best Way for Non-profits to Market their Message." The fact is, we will have several experts on this topic sitting in the same room at the same time:
Bruce Estes, The Ithaca Journal
Geoff Dunn, Cayuga Radio Group, and
Jim Bilinski /Rob Montana, The Ithaca Times.
Speakers will share information and invite discussion with others about the topic. The Forum is held at Cornell Cooperative Extension, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca, from 8:45 to 10:15AM.
Forum members will also have the opportunity to make brief announcements and share items of interest to the local human service community. The Human Services Coalition, acting in its role as the umbrella agency for local health and human service providers and planners, sponsors this monthly forum to provide the opportunity for an open exchange of ideas and information. A variety of topics and speakers are featured and all who are interested in human services and their efficient delivery are urged to attend.
-- Carol M. FarkasAdministrative Coordinator
Human Services Coalition of Tompkins County, Inc.
100 W. Seneca Street, Suite 300
Ithaca, NY 14850
607-273-8686 Coalition Main Number
607-272-9331 I & R Help Line
607-273-3002 FAX
www.hsctc.org
Bruce Estes, The Ithaca Journal
Geoff Dunn, Cayuga Radio Group, and
Jim Bilinski /Rob Montana, The Ithaca Times.
Speakers will share information and invite discussion with others about the topic. The Forum is held at Cornell Cooperative Extension, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca, from 8:45 to 10:15AM.
Forum members will also have the opportunity to make brief announcements and share items of interest to the local human service community. The Human Services Coalition, acting in its role as the umbrella agency for local health and human service providers and planners, sponsors this monthly forum to provide the opportunity for an open exchange of ideas and information. A variety of topics and speakers are featured and all who are interested in human services and their efficient delivery are urged to attend.
-- Carol M. FarkasAdministrative Coordinator
Human Services Coalition of Tompkins County, Inc.
100 W. Seneca Street, Suite 300
Ithaca, NY 14850
607-273-8686 Coalition Main Number
607-272-9331 I & R Help Line
607-273-3002 FAX
www.hsctc.org
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