Dec
3
8:00 AM08:00
Upcoming Events
Dec
5
10:00 AM10:00
Thinking About Starting A Food Hub
To kick off our Food Hub Training Series, Jan Tusick, Executive Director of Mission West Community Development Corporation, will provide an overview on what is a food hub is and how they operate.
Dec
12
10:00 AM10:00
Lessons Learned from Successful Food Hubs in Montana
A panel of speakers representing Montana’s current successful food hubs will offer an overview of their unique business models and the geographic areas and markets they serve.
Dec
13
10:00 AM10:00
Understanding the 990 Form
The 990 is the tax form the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) requires all 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable and nonprofit organizations to submit annually. The Form 990 is designed to increase financial transparency and includes revenue, expenditure, and income data in addition to information used to assess whether a nonprofit aligns with federal requirements for tax-exempt status. The forms are publicly accessible, and often reviewed by funders and community members, so it is important that an organization’s Board and staff understand what is contained within them, how to use the 990 to highlight important aspects of your work, and how to read them. In this session, CPA Rosie Barndt will review the 990 form and important components of it that you should be aware of as a nonprofit leader that is sharing public information.
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Dec
19
10:00 AM10:00
Local Food Marketplace Software for Food Hubs
Amy McCann and Stefanie Jaeger will provide an overview of Local Food Marketplace software for local food producer and hub operations.
Jan
9
10:00 AM10:00
Financials for Food Hubs
Sarah Larsen, Director of the Food Finance Institute, will provide an overview of financial metrics for food hubs and how to organize financial statements for them.
Feb
18
to Feb 19
Apr
14
to Apr 17
Nov
13
1:00 PM13:00
Incorporating Traditional Foods in School and Community Meals
Have you been thinking about how to serve more traditional Indigenous food in your school or community meal program? In this session led by Linda Black Elk, Educational Outreach Program Coordinator for NATIFS, the North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems, learn how you can increase the traditional foods served in your school, community or child nutrition programs. Linda will also discuss where you can purchase more traditional foods - whether locally or through conventional food providers.
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Nov
13
10:00 AM10:00
Creating Boards that Lead
A Discourse on Nonprofit Board Development, Board Operations and Responsibilities
If you are a member of a nonprofit board, or would like to become one, this nonprofit board training workshop is for you. This board development workshop will focus on the roles and responsibilities of nonprofit board members and getting Boards energized.
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Nov
8
10:00 AM10:00
Creating A Memorable Annual Appeal Letter
Are you ready to create an annual appeal letter or looking to improve the one you plan to send this year? If so, please join us for this online workshop led by fundraising expert, Laura Prindiville. In this session, she will review the elements of a well-crafted annual appeal letter and share examples of successful ones. Follow up support will be offered for those who want one-on-one support to finalize their appeal letter soon.
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Nov
7
10:00 AM10:00
Crafting a Compelling Grant Proposal
A compelling grant proposal should be concise, engaging, and demonstrate the value and impact of the proposed project. In this session focused on grant writing, we will share tips to writing a strong executive summary, need statement, and project description.
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Oct
21
to Oct 24
Strengthening the Circle
The fall 2024 STC Native Nonprofit Leadership gathering will take place October 21 - 24 at the K Bar S Lodge in Keystone, South Dakota for executive directors and Board members from South Dakota, North Dakota, and Minnesota along with the Native Nations in the same geography. Applications will be accepted from a team of Native nonprofit executive directors and Board members.
Oct
17
to Oct 19
Sep
30
6:00 PM18:00
Medical Mentorship Program
Undergraduate students and recent graduates that are underrepresented in medicine are invited to apply to the Medical Mentorship Program.
The AAMC defines “underrepresented in medicine” as: “racial and ethnic populations that are underrepresented in the medical profession relative to their numbers in the general population.” Our definition is broader and also includes first generation college students, those that come from low-income families and other disadvantaged backgrounds. If you are a pre-med student and meet one of these criteria, please apply.
The Medical Mentorship Program provides accepted students with mentorship, MCAT test prep support, and assistance with MD and DO applications to help students apply and be successful in medical school. For more information and to participate in these online programs, please email info@hopamountain.org.
Sep
26
10:00 AM10:00
Board Brief: I Must Respectfully Disagree
Board Brief: I Must Respectfully Disagree. In this session ,we discuss conflict confidence on Boards. Every Board must be able to have crucial conversations, without creating harm or disrespect. We discuss the difficulty of disagreement with elders, family members and friends.
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Sep
16
to Sep 18
Sep
12
10:00 AM10:00
Board Brief: Who’s On (Really) Board?
Board Brief: Who’s On (Really) Board? In this session, we will discuss board members as volunteers, especially what are legitimate expectations for your board. We explore how an annual review could make a difference in knowing who is on board and who is not.
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Aug
15
10:00 AM10:00
Board Brief: What is Our Crisis Plan?
Board Brief: What is Our Crisis Plan? Is your board ready to act calmly when (not if) crisis occurs? In this session, we will consider three (3) scenarios for which every board can be ready: unexpected staff and board changes, media crisis and sudden financial distress.
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Jul
30
4:00 PM16:00
The Medicine Wheel Riders arrive in Bozeman
Enjoy a screening of their award-winning film, We Ride for Her in Bozeman at 8 p.m.
Jul
22
to Jul 25
Jul
18
10:00 AM10:00
Board Brief: Do We Need Really a Strategic Plan
Board Brief: Do We Need Really a Strategic Plan? In this session, we will consider five (5) practical questions every board member should be able to answer with one voice at any given time. We will discuss how a strategic plan can help surface and answer these questions.
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Additional sessions in this series:
Thursday, August 15, 10 a.m. MT
Board Brief: What is Our Crisis Plan? Is your board ready to act calmly when (not if) crisis occurs? In this session, we will consider three (3) scenarios for which every board can be ready: unexpected staff and board changes, media crisis and sudden financial distress.
Thursday, September 12, 10 a.m. MT
Board Brief: Who’s On (Really) Board? In this session, we will discuss board members as volunteers, especially what are legitimate expectations for your board. We explore how an annual review could make a difference in knowing who is on board and who is not.
Thursday, September 26, 10 a.m. MT
Board Brief: I Must Respectfully Disagree. In this session ,we discuss conflict confidence on Boards. Every Board must be able to have crucial conversations, without creating harm or disrespect. We discuss the difficulty of disagreement with elders, family members and friends.
Jun
13
11:00 AM11:00
Grant Writing with Purpose
In this session, participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of good grant writing, including how to complete online grant application forms. You will also learn tips on how to craft a compelling request and clarify your organization's message in a proposal.
Jun
11
8:00 AM08:00
Getting Ready for Grant Writing
Are you gearing up for fall grant writing, a time when many request for proposals (RFP) and applications are released? This online webinar will help you think through a strategy to organize essential documents to prepare you for your grant writing work. You will learn tips on how to research RFPs, outline work plans, and prepare to write winning proposals.
May
16
10:00 AM10:00
Planning for Strategic Planning
Strategic planning is an organization’s process of defining its direction, and making decisions on allocating its resources to pursue this strategy. In this workshop, participants will learn about the elements of a strategic plan and how to implement a strategic planning process for their organization.
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May
14
10:00 AM10:00
Protecting Our Digital Territories: Safeguarding Online
Indigenous nonprofits, advocates, and activists encounter unique challenges in securing their online presence. Led by journalist Desiree Kane, this workshop offers crucial insights tailored to Indigenous Peoples engaged in nonprofit management especially ones related to Land Back or adjacent causes. We will delve into practical strategies to fortify their organization's cyber defenses and safeguard sensitive information. From understanding common vulnerabilities to implementing proactive measures, attendees will gain actionable knowledge to bolster their nonprofit's digital resilience. Participants will also leave equipped with some essential skills to navigate and respond effectively to potential cyber attacks or doxxing incidents.
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Apr
29
10:00 AM10:00
Venmo, PayPal, DAF and QR Codes for Fundraising
In this online session led by Hopa Mountain staff Shelbi Fitzpatrick and Elizabeth Swank, learn about a wide range of online tools that can be used to expand fundraising opportunities for nonprofit organizations.
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Apr
15
to Apr 18
STC Bozeman Gathering
Strengthening the Circle is a Native nonprofit leadership program whose purpose is to enhance the capacities of experienced and emerging Native-led nonprofit organizations on or near reservations. If you are an eligible organization working to improve economic development, education, and social services, we invite you to apply!
Mar
14
9:00 AM09:00
Mar
13
12:00 PM12:00
Producer-Led Marketing Workshop featuring Montana Maple Works
Montana Maple Works is the only licensed commercial producer of maple sugar in Montana. Join us to hear from the owner, David Knudson, as he shares his business journey moving from a cottage food producer into wholesale distribution.
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Mar
12
10:00 PM22:00
Montana Food Pantry Collaborative Meeting
This meeting will introduce funders that support food pantries and backpack programs as they share their funding strategies and deadlines. It is hosted by the Montana Food Pantry Collaborative, Hopa Mountain and Oro y Plata Foundation, along with the support of the Otto Bremer Trust, Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Town Pump Charitable Foundation and the High Stakes Foundation.
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Feb
29
10:00 AM10:00
An Introduction to Indigenous Evaluation
Indigenous worldviews and ways of understanding can be the core component of a program evaluation. In this online workshop led by Shelly Valdez and Jill Stein, learn how evaluation processes can be grounded in ways that respect Indigenous knowledge and processes. This workshop is open to Indigenous and non-Indigenous participants who are actively committed to improving evaluation work with and within Indigenous communities.
Feb
27
10:00 AM10:00
Media and Press: How to Effectively Develop and Distribute a Press Release
One mention in the press can take your organization or business to the next level. In this one hour workshop taught by Mckenna Manley, learn the basic format of a press release and how to share it broadly to gain visibility for your work and services.
Feb
14
12:00 PM12:00
Producer Marketing Series - Yellowstone Valley Food Hub
Yellowstone Valley Food Hub
In this session, Sara Hollenbeck, Annika Charter-Williams, and Carrie Holst will discuss the benefits and challenges for producers participating in food hubs and how producer-hub collaborations amplify market potential.
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Feb
13
to Feb 14
STC Virtual Gathering
Strengthening the Circle is a Native nonprofit leadership program whose purpose is to enhance the capacities of experienced and emerging Native-led nonprofit organizations on or near reservations. If you are an eligible organization working to improve economic development, education, and social services, we invite you to apply!
Jan
24
10:00 AM10:00
Preparing for a Year-End Audit
An audit provides a professional, independent view of your organization’s finances to your Board of Directors, funders, and the public at large. In this session led by Rosie Barndt, CPA, you will learn strategies to get your financial information organized in advance of an independent review.
Jan
17
12:00 PM12:00
Producer-led Workshop: Honor Mann
Yellowstone Foods is a Montana-based snack food company using locally sourced ingredients for healthier and more sustainable snacking. Join us to learn from Honor Mann about the process of establishing and executing a strategic food marketing plan.
Jan
8
10:00 AM10:00
Steele-Reese: How to Complete an LOI
The Steele-Reese Foundation opens its annual grant cycle on January 15 with a call for letters of inquiry (LOIs) for proposed funding. In this session on Monday, January 8, at 10 a.m. MT facilitated by Western Director Linda Tracy, learn more about the kinds of requests for general operating, project and capital support the Foundation considers and what is involved in requesting funding.