Craigslist Foundation's Boot Camp

The Charismatic Organization: Building Buzz, Energizing Employees, and Delighting Donors During Troubling Times

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 14:30:00 GMT

How do some organizations attract top board members, donors, and political support while others struggle, despite their worthy purposes? This presentation shares the secrets of successful nonprofits that know how to build and use social capital to survive and thrive. Authors Shirley Sagawa and Deb Jospin share the findings from their new book, The Charismatic Organization.

Presenters: Deb Jospin and Shirley Sagawa

Edited by Stace Carter

Crissy Field: How Shared Purpose and Bold Vision Healed the Land

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:30:00 GMT

Hear how a cross-sector partnership healed the land. Through shared purpose, bold vision, and intensive community involvement, Crissy Field was transformed in 2001. At the core of this acclaimed restoration project was the partnership between the National Park Service and the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, which continue to work seamlessly together and with the community to improve and preserve the Golden Gate National Parks.

Presenters: Doug Overman and Nancy Hornor

Edited by Stace Carter

Leadership from the Inside Out

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:30:00 GMT

Hear from three nationally recognized, leadership development programs breaking new ground on approaches to developing leaders and organizations that focus on collaboration. Representative from the Haas Jr Foundation Flexible Leadership Program, CompassPoint and the Rockwood Leadership Institute reflect on their own experiences with leadership and share cutting edge trends in leadership development in the nonprofit world, coaching models and transformational leadership approaches. Understand the significance of leading from the inside out and personal leadership development in the context of nonprofit work and social justice service.

Presenters: Linda Wood, Amanda Berger, and Marla Cornelius

Edited by Stace Carter

Measuring Success and Impact

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:30:00 GMT

This session showcases the latest trends on the web related to tracking impact and measuring results. What are your supporters saying about you and what actions are they taking? Find out with GreatNonprofits (the âYelpâ for nonprofits) and Zazengo.

Presenters: Shari Ilsen and Vicki Saunders

Edited by Stace Carter

Preventing Homelessness and Providing Hope: How One Bay Area Collaborative is Preventing Family Evictions

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:30:00 GMT

The Family Eviction Prevention Collaborative (FEPCO) was recognized nationally last year. FEPCO helps families maintain affordable housing by preserving long-term tenancies and preventing homelessness through the provision of rental assistance and long-term housing advocacy to low-income families facing evictions in San Francisco. FEPCOâs primary goal is to build a cohesive community of service providers to streamline the rental assistance intake process for low-income, at-risk families and individuals in San Francisco, thus avoiding duplication of services and eliminating multiple program visits for the client. A consolidated rental assistance intake packet, shared by partner agencies, helps staff gather all of the information necessary for a client to receive assistance from any FEPCO agency.

Presenters: Jose Cartagena, Karen Erickson, and Cindy Ward

Edited by Stace Carter

Shaping the Future by Searching the Past: Ten Lessons from the History of American Nonprofits

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:30:00 GMT

Nonprofit leaders can learn much from the 400-year history of what we now call âthe nonprofit sectorâ in America. Philanthropy and nonprofits have powerfully shaped American life and history. This session draws 10 lessons from this history that nonprofits and other organizations that work alongside them can use in building the future and the community.

Presenter: Michael OâNeill

Edited by Stace Carter

Current Trends in Volunteer Engagement

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:30:00 GMT

Volunteer engagement is constantly evolving. The economy, the political landscape, and available resources all have an impact on how organizations engage and deploy volunteers. This session addresses todayâs top trends in volunteer engagement, and assess ways in which your organization can best approach these trends to further develop your volunteer engagement program.

Presenters: Ami Dar and Jennifer Bennett

Edited by Stace Carter

There Must Be a Pony in Here Somewhere: Finding Abundance in a Challenging Environment

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:30:00 GMT

In the midst of the economic chaos and uncertainty about funding our future, there are opportunities and strategies that will bring you back to abundance in your thinking, actions and results. Numerous trends are gaining clear focus and wide recognition, including: collaboration, cooperation, mergers, and engagement of volunteers. This session discusses the basics and inspires you to imagine againâbut perhaps with different strategies.

Presenter: Kay Sprinkel Grace

Edited by Stace Carter

Change the World for Ten Bucks

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:30:00 GMT

In 2004, a London-based community organization called We Are What We Do launched with the publication of a little book with a big idea: 50 simple actions to make the world a better place. Since then, Change the World for Ten Bucks has spawned a movement, multiple editions, and sales of over 1 million copies internationally. Editor Eugenie Harvey explores how to you can take action today for a better world.

Edited by Stace Carter

Randi Zuckerberg & Marjorie Weingrow: In Person and Online Networking

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:30:00 GMT

Marjorie Weingrow (UC Berkeley's SAGE Scholars program - http://sagescholars.berkeley.edu/) discusses in person networking and Facebook's Randi Zuckerberg explores online social networking in this lunchtime presentation from the Craigslist Foundation's 6th Annual Boot Camp.

Edited by Stace Carter.

Are You Wearing Too Many Hats? Rethinking Back Office Functions

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:30:00 GMT

Even for small nonprofits, the myriad âback officeâ service requirements can be incredibly complex. Does it makes sense to âstaff upâ to provide all these services, or would it be more efficient to contract with a third party for some of these basic services? In this session explore your options from providers of âback officeâ services such as human resources management, risk management, payroll services, and other key administrative services available to help you focus on your mission.

Presenters: Annette Cook, Jonna Hensley, and Prudy Kohler
Moderator: Pamela Davis

Edited by Stace Carter

Advocacy and Lobbying 101 - Nonprofits and Public Policy: Action Needed Now!

Tue, 8 Sep 2009 13:30:00 GMT

This session addresses the importance of nonprofit organizationsâ participation in public policy and ongoing threats to their ability to do so. Building blocks of advocacy campaigns are also reviewed in context of how to get started.

Presenters: Kevin Hickey, Nayantara Mehta, and Sheila Warren

Edited by Stace Carter

All-Star Panel

Tue, 1 Sep 2009 13:30:00 GMT

Craig Newmark with Ami Dar, Jonathan Greenblatt, Rich Harwood, Arianna Huffington, Shirley Sagawa, Steve Wright, and guest moderator Michael Krasny.

Edited by Stace Carter.

How to Approach a Foundation: From Initial Contact to Getting Funded - What Does It Take?

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 13:30:00 GMT

You've decided you are a good candidate for foundation funding--now what? This workshop will cover strategies for effective communications with grantmakers, taking you through initial contact to what happens after you receive funding. You will learn how to initiate contact with potential funders; plan calls and meetings; communicate during and after a grant decision; and, ultimately, how to build lasting partnerships with grantmakers.

Speaker: C. Davis Fischer

Editor: Stace Carter

David LaPiana: Real-Time Strategic Planning

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:30:00 GMT

Traditional strategic planning has locked the sector into a process that is divorced from todayâs reality. Thatâs why strategic plans sit on the shelf and why smart nonprofit leaders are always seeking work-arounds between formal planning periods. Using the Real-Time Strategic Planning approach, you can determine how best to address big questions in the context of your organizationâs mission. This session will be an interactive conversation about nonprofit strategy and how it can help your organization.

Speaker: David La Piana

Edited by Stace Carter.

How To Think Like A Social Media Marketing Genius - 8 Principles for Success Inspired by Einstein

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 13:45:00 GMT

A social social media strategy takes more than setting up a Facebook Fan Page or writing a blog. In this session, you'll learn the secrets to crafting and deploying an ultra successful strategy.

Speakers:

Beth Kanter
Susan Gordon

Podcast edited by Stace Carter

Arianna Huffington - 2009 Boot Camp Morning Keynote

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 16:58:00 GMT

Arianna Huffington's morning keynote at Craigslist Foundation's 6th Annual Boot Camp, held at UC Berkeley on June 20, 2009.

Podcast edited by Stace Carter.

Community Organizers, Small Town Mayors, and the responsibilities of Global Citizens

Tue, 9 Dec 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Presenter: Medea Benjamin, Founding Director, Global Exchange

In a time when US delegates to a major political convention laugh at the efforts of community organizers and shout âUSA, USAâ as if they were at a football match of USA vs The World, itâs time to pay tribute to community organizers (and small town mayors) around the world. Even more urgent is the need to build a sense of global citizenship and a global consciousness that will allow us to rejoin the world community.

From the 2008 San Francisco Bay Area Nonprofit Boot Camp.

Podcast edited by Stace Carter.

How to Create a Website and How Much Might It Cost

Mon, 8 Dec 2008 14:20:00 GMT

Presenter: David Taylor, Radical Designs

Does your organization need a new website and the process is scaring you stiff? No need to fear, building an interactive web site that engages your base and is fully Web 2.0 buzz word compatible can be within you reach. Learn the basics about Content Management Systems (CMS), Constituent Relationship Management Systems (CRMs), eAdvocacy tools, and how to work with vendors, developers and consultants to give your organization the best, cheapest and most sustainable online web presence possible.

From the 2008 Craigslist Foundation Nonprofit Boot Camp

Podcast edited by Stace Carter

Meet the Grantmakers: Fundraising for Lobbying and Advocacy

Fri, 5 Dec 2008 14:01:00 GMT

Panelists:
Dennis Quirin, Civic Engagement Fund for AMEMSA Communities
Ron Rowelll, The San Francisco Foundation
Kristi Kimball, The Hewlett Foundation

The session covers the rules of the road in approaching grantmakers
â What are the doâs and donâts on approaching grantmakers?
â What are the limitations on the grantmakers as to what they can and canât fund?

From the 2008 Craigslist Foundation Nonprofit Boot Camp

Podcast edited by Stace Carter

Succeeding as an Emerging Social Entrepreneur

Thu, 4 Dec 2008 13:52:00 GMT

Presenter: Premal Shah, Kiva.org

An informative and inspirational discussion led by the president of Kiva, a 3-year-old microfinance organization that Fortune magazine recently called the âhottest non-profit on the planet.â Premal Shah discusses his work as an emerging social entrepreneur, key tips on starting an organization and building momentum even with very little resources, and key pitfalls to avoid.

From the 2008 Craigslist Foundation Nonprofit Boot Camp

Podcast edited by Stace Carter

Mobilizing Generation 2.0

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 13:59:00 GMT

Presenters:
Ben Rigby, Co-Executive Director, Mobile Voter
Jacob Colker, Grassroots Field Consultant

The term âWeb 2.0â sends techies running and makes nonprofit staffers scratch their heads. Learn why the term is actually useful - and whatâs behind successful (and unsuccessful) campaigns that use Web 2.0 to engage young people in civic life and politics. Featuring real (and recent!) stories from the field.

From the 2008 Craigslist Foundation Nonprofit Boot Camp

Podcast edited by Stace Carter

Dirty Sexy Money...Online

Tue, 2 Dec 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Presenter: Marc Ruben, eCampaigns and M+R Strategic Services

This session addresses the tools you need to get the most out of your online fundraising. Learn what works â and what seems like it should work, but actually wonât. Topics include: segmenting for success; integration with offline channels; thinking like an online donor; cutting through the clutter; optimizing your donation pages; and how to structure an integrated campaign.

From the 2008 Craigslist Foundation Nonprofit Boot Camp

Podcast edited by Stace Carter

Advancing Your Cause: Planning an Advocacy Strategy

Mon, 1 Dec 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Presenter: Christopher Vaeth, Greenlining Institute

Translate your individual and organizational activism into a broader advocacy strategy. This workshop focuses on the basics of advocacy, using principles and real life examples that can apply to local, state, and national levels. Learn how to influence politicians, policymakers, and other power brokers using a strategy that fits your organizationâs scope and resources.

From the 2008 San Francisco Bay Area Nonprofit Boot Camp

Podcast edited by Stace Carter

Your Board and Fundraising: An introductory Class for Small Nonprofits

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Presenter: Scott Ullman, Foundation Center and the Agape Foundation

Find out the answers to the most frequently asked questions about getting your board involved with fundraising. Learn to think systematically about getting your board involved with fundraising, including:

â The role of your board
â Why board members may be reluctant to fundraise and how to overcome these concerns
â Ways the board can participate in the fundraising process
â Tips for strengthening your fundraising board

From the 2008 San Francisco Bay Area Nonprofit Boot Camp

Podcast edited by Stace Carter

Socially Responsible Outsourcing: A New Model for Sustainable Economic Development

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Presenter: Leila Chirayath, Founder and CEO, Samasource

Socially responsible outsourcing involves shifting some of the $8B spent on outsourcing annually to economically and socially disadvantaged service provider firms in places like Sub-Saharan Africa and rural India. Some of the key questions this talk explores include: What is business process and IT outsourcing? What sorts of functions do organizations typically outsource? What does âsocially responsibleâ mean in the context of outsourcing? How can outsourcing play a role in economic development?

From the 2008 San Francisco Bay Area Nonprofit Boot Camp

Podcast edited by Stace Carter

Lobbying and Advocacy 101: Laws Governing Nonprofit Advocacy

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Presenter: Nayantara Mehta, Alliance for Justice

This workshop explains, using plain language, the laws governing lobbying by 501(c)(3) organizations. It focuses on the difference between lobbying and advocacy, how to calculate your federal lobbying limits, definitions of direct and grassroots lobbying, and the application of these rules to ballot measure activities. The workshop primarily covers the federal tax law rules on lobbying, and also discusses the California lobbying laws that affect nonprofits.

From the 2008 San Francisco Bay Area Nonprofit Boot Camp

Podcast edited by Stace Carter

Seven Generations: Honoring Our past - Looking to the Future

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:07:00 GMT

Moderator: Jan Masaoka, Editor and Chief, Blue Avocado

Panelists:
â Huong Cheng, Founder, Personal Person
â Flo Green, retired, California Association of Nonprofits
â Roni Krouzman, Founder, Next Generation
â Goro Mitchell, Executive Director, Community Development Institute
â Rachel Paredes Paras, Executive Director, Oasis for Girls
â Frank J. Omowale Satterwhite, Ph.D., Founder & Senior Advisor, NCDI

Many cultures include a tradition of passing on the wisdom and knowledge from one generation to another. This inspiring session builds on that custom as seven insightful and experienced nonprofit leaders of different generations share their experiences as they look ahead to those who will follow in their footsteps in the nonprofit world.

From the 2008 San Francisco Bay Area Nonprofit Boot Camp

Podcast edited by Stace Carter.

Internet Strategy on the Cheap

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:20:00 GMT

Britt Bravo, Consultant and Career Coach, Big Vision Consulting
Eric Leland, Leland Design

Whether you are still stuck inside your rolodex or already married to your computer, knowing the best way to use the internet for your needs is essential. Do you need to use the internet? Which online tools should you use? How much is too much? In this session, we will discuss where and how to discover opportunities to enhance your offline strategies with online tools, and best practices for achieving a strong and affordable mix of the two. We will learn where the internet can offer tremendous advantages for nonprofits, and how to discover and avoid the pitfalls of adopting internet technologies.

Workshop handouts at http://www.fivepaths.com/internet-strategy-cheap

Slides and Resources at http://www.fivepaths.com/community-contributions

Podcast edited by Stace Carter

Reality Grantmaking

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:11:00 GMT

Moderators:
Susan Fox, CRFE, Consultant, Author & Trainer
Cheryl A. Clarke, Fundraising Consultant, Trainer and Author

Panelists:
Ellen Clear, Vice President, Grantmaking
Elizabeth Curtis, Administrative Vice President, Atkinson Foundation
Lorne Needle, Vice President of Community Investment, United Way of the Bay Area
Karen Topakian, Executive Director, Agape Foundation

Craigslist Foundationâs take on American Idol! Develop your fundraising skills and learn how to craft a winning foundation proposal. 2008 San Francisco Bay Area Nonprofit Boot Campers were invited to apply for a âReality Grantmakingâ mini-grant. Applicants were screened by the session moderators to ensure diversity of causes and proposal styles and finalists were selected. Proposals were reviewed and scored by an expert panel of real-world funders. The top three finishers were awarded cash grants ($250, $500, $1,000).

Grant proposals from the finalists are at http://www.craigslistfoundation.org/bco/sf08/sf08realitygrantmaking.pdf

Podcast edited by Stace Carter.

Craig Newmark - 2008 San Francisco Bay Area Nonprofit Boot Camp

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 15:46:00 GMT

craigslist.org founder Craig Newmark's appearance at the 2008 San Francisco Bay Area Nonprofit Boot Camp in San Mateo, CA. Visit craigslistfoundation.org for more podcasts and info about Nonprofit Boot Camp.

Social Entrepreneurship 101 â The Leading Edge of Social Change

Thu, 2 Oct 2008 14:02:00 GMT

Moderator: Joanna Opot, StartingBloc
Oona Chaterjee, Make the Road by Walking
Freda Richmond, College Summit
Jenni Wolfson, Witness

A discussion of what âSocial Entrepreneurshipâ really means, shared through the experiences of three practitioners on the front lines of social and economic change. Includes candid, real-life lessons on advances and setbacks in the pursuit of innovative solutions to the problems faced by communities around the globe. Panelists reflect on the qualities and practices, for both individuals and organizations, which they believe drive success in social entrepreneurship.

Podcast edited by Stace Carter.

501(c)3 Tax Exempt Status

Wed, 1 Oct 2008 14:01:00 GMT

J.J. Harwayne Leitner, Esq., Holland & Knight, LLP
Steven Kang, Pro Bono Clearinghouse, New York Lawyers for the Public Interest

Learn about the benefits and responsibilities of 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. This interactive workshop will cover the basic requirements to achieving and maintaining exempt status. Governance issues, actions that could jeopardize exempt status, and other topics will also be addressed.

Podcast edited by Stace Carter.

Social Enterprises & Earned Income Strategies

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 13:30:00 GMT

Moderator: Michael West, Esq., CCSNYS, Inc.; Watson & West, PLLC.
Julius Walls, Jr., Greyston Bakery, Inc.
Zena Nelson, South Bronx Food Coop

Unrestricted income presents both benefits and risks. This workshop explored practical ways of advancing your social mission through entrepreneurial, earned-income strategies - the characteristics of successful revenue-generating activities, how to link earned income to mission, how to evaluate and choose options for diversifying and stabilizing revenue sources, and legal considerations in pursuing a social enterprise model.

Podcast edited by Stace Carter.

Community Building in the Real World & Online

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 10:02:00 GMT

Moderator: Joseph Mouzon, Network for Good powered by Groundspring.org

Panelists:
Atashi Chakravarty, East Bay API Coalition to End Domestic Violence; Narika
Melinda Kramer, Natural Capital Institute; Womenâs Earth Alliance
Ben Rattray, Change.org

Few organizations can execute their mission without a strong community of supporters to provide resources and serve as advocates. This interactive panel will share strategies for successful on-the-ground approaches to building community and discuss new online tools that have the power to dramatically extend an organizationâs ability to interact with, empower, and forge community among supporters dispersed across the globe. Panelists will discuss the ways organizations are using mainstream social networking sites such as MySpace, Facebook, and newer community sites for the social sector such as WiserEarth and Change.org, and what the future might hold for integrating online and offline strategies to create lasting community.

Visit craigslistfoundation.org for more podcasts from Nonprofit Boot Camp. Take notes from the podcast and share them here.

Podcast edited by Stace Carter.

Free & Low Cost Resources

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 13:10:00 GMT

Moderator: Holly Ross, NTEN (Moderator)

Panelists:
Jamey Frank, STOPAIDS
Kami Griffiths, TechSoup
Eric Leland, Leland Design

Finding the right technology tools should not be a barrier to taking your nonprofit to the next level. There are dozens of ways to get the hardware and software you need without breaking the bank. And the best news? A lot of the tools are cutting edge technology -- not cast offs. This session will provide the framework for you to think about how you choose technology tools, and provide lots of places to find the tools you need.

Visit craigslistfoundation.org for more podcasts from Nonprofit Boot Camp. Take notes from the podcast and share them here.

Podcast edited by Stace Carter.

The Reality of Starting a Nonprofit

Tue, 9 Sep 2008 22:12:00 GMT

Presenters:

Kim Sanders, Community Resource Exchange, CRE
Aimee Holtzman, rock CAN roll, IncTM
Leonard Glickman, FJC â A Foundation of Philanthropic Funds

Why start a nonprofit? There are an estimated 1.4 million charities in the U.S., 27,000 in NYC alone, so it's important to ask yourself some hard questions before you do. What does it take to be an Executive Director of a nonprofit? Is someone else providing similar services to the same community? Is a new nonprofit necessary or can you achieve your mission in other ways? This powerful panel will address these questions, provide alternatives to starting a nonprofit and share insights from years of wisdom learned in the trenches.

Visit craigslistfoundation.org for more podcasts from Nonprofit Boot Camp. Take notes from the podcast and share them here.

Podcast edited by Stace Carter.

Itâs How We Live: Branding Strategies for Nonprofits

Mon, 8 Sep 2008 17:51:00 GMT

Presenter: Kim Davis, Bemporad Baranowski Marketing Group (BBMG)

At a time of intense competition for visibility and support, branding can help nonprofit organizations stand out in the marketplace, build relationships, win loyalty, and inspire action. Participants in this
engaging, interactiveworkshop will learn howto harness the power of branding to inspire your audiences and achieve success. Topics Include: The Top 5 Laws of Branding, Case Study: Branding
Strategies for Nonprofits, and Discovering Your Brandâs Unique Promise.

Visit craigslistfoundation.org for more podcasts from Nonprofit Boot Camp. Take notes from the podcast and share them here.

Podcast edited by Stace Carter.

Board Governance & Recruitment

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 15:43:00 GMT

Moderator: Rhoda Barr,Volunteer Consulting Group

Panelists: Michael Davidson, Governance Matters; Tanya Lewis-Kelly, boardnetUSA.org; Heather Shaw, TimeWarner

Board members should be a vital resource for your organization. This workshop will highlight how to build your Board bystrategically recruiting your âBrain Trustâ and engaging Board members in an effectivepartnership with your staff.

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Podcast edited by Stace Carter.

Making the Most of the Executive Director/Board Chair Relationship

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 03:31:00 GMT

Presenter: Bruce Truitt, Interaction Institute for Social Change

In this session, Bruce Truitt explores the dynamics of a high-quality Executive Director/Board Chair relationship. Drawing upon the experience in the room, and the best thinking of the experts in the field, this session focuses on: the qualities and characteristics of a thriving, collaborative relationship, barriers to its success, and tools and strategies for making it work.

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Podcasts of 2006 and 2007 San Francisco Nonprofit Boot Camp events are funded by ZeroDivide, helping underserved communities secure social justice, access and equality through the application of information and communications technologies.

Podcast edited by Stace Carter.

Traversing The Grantor/Grantee Divide

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 17:58:00 GMT

Funders and nonprofit organizations cannot exist without the other. To carry out their respective missions, foundations and corporations need nonprofits as partners, and nonprofits need donors' financial resources and advice. Too often internal and external factors undercut the development of a spirit of cooperation between grantors and grantees. What can be done to create win-win relationships?

Moderator: Michael Seltzer, NYRAG
Panelists: Charles Lai, Museum of Chinese in the Americas; Yvonne Moore, Daphne Foundation; Kevin Ryan, New York Foundation

Podcast edited by: Corey Pudhorodsky.

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Social Media Marketing and Campaigning for Nonprofits: Your Place on MySpace, YouTube, Facebook, and More

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:01:00 GMT

What does Web 2.0 mean for nonprofits? How do you tell the story of your organization online? This session covered the latest online marketing and campaigning strategies and offered solutions that a nonprofit organization can employ despite limited resources. Greenpeace was used as an example of integrating YouTube, MySpace, and online to on-the-ground strategies in their campaigns, as an example of using cross-channel campaigning to amplify the overall results of each platform.

Presenters: Daniel Hartman, See3 Communications; Beka Economopoulos, Greenpeace

Podcast edited by Stace Carter.

Elements of Start-Up: Applying Entrepreneurial Idoeology to Your Social Venture

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 13:01:00 GMT

Risk taking, attention to cash flow, and creative marketing are just three of many areas where social ventures will benefit from entrepreneurial thinking. Learn from the strategic partnership of three experienced social entrepreneurs whose work has crossed the boundaries of for-profit/for-benefit/nonprofit. Learn about finding funding sources, thinking and acting big while spending small, building a positive and proactive culture, and capturing the full marketing value of your social mission.

Panelists
Xavier Helgesen, BetterWorld.com
Dan Mitchell, GOOD Magazine
Jayson Morris, Room to Read

Visit craigslistfoundation.org for more podcasts from Nonprofit Boot Camp. Take notes from the podcast and share them here.

Podcasts of 2006 and 2007 San Francisco Nonprofit Boot Camp events are funded by ZeroDivide, helping underserved communities secure social justice, access and equality through the application of information and communications technologies.

Podcast edited by Stace Carter.

Social Enterprises & Earned Income Strategies

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 13:01:00 GMT

Unrestricted income presents both benefits and risks. Hear abour practical ways of advancing your social mission through entrepreneurial earned-income strategies. Learn about the characteristics of successful revenue-generating activities, how to link earned income to mission, how to evaluate and choose options for diversifying and stabilizing revenue sources, and legal considerations in pursuing a social enterprise model.

Moderator: Sheila Warren - Coblentz, Patch, Duffy & Bass LLP
Panelists: Caroline Pappajohn - New Door Ventures; Kirsten Gagnaire - Social Enterprise Group, LLC

Visit craigslistfoundation.org for more podcasts from Nonprofit Boot Camp. Take notes from the podcast and share them here.

Podcasts of 2006 and 2007 San Francisco Nonprofit Boot Camp events are funded by ZeroDivide, helping underserved communities secure social justice, access and equality through the application of information and communications technologies.

Podcast edited by Stace Carter.

Social Entrepreneurship 101: Industry Case Studies

Tue, 3 Jun 2008 20:10:00 GMT

A wide ranging discussion on what Social Entrepreneurship really means, shared through the experiences of practitioners on the front lines of social and economic change. Hear candid, real-life lessons on advances and setbacks in the pursuit of innovative solutions to the problems faced by communities around the globe.

Moderator: Nora Silver, Nonprofit & Public Management Program, Haas School of Business

Panelists:

Lee Davis, NESsT
Holly Harbour, World of Good Development Corporation
Ben Mangan, EARN

Visit craigslistfoundation.org for more podcasts from Nonprofit Boot Camp. Take notes from the podcast and share them here."

Podcasts of 2006 and 2007 San Francisco Nonprofit Boot Camp events are funded by ZeroDivide, helping underserved communities secure social justice, access and equality through the application of information and communications technologies.

Podcast edited by Stace Carter.

Introduction to Fundraising

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 17:50:00 GMT

Learn why people give and why they might contribute to YOUR organization or cause. What makes someone a good potential donor? How can you affect that and build their interest? How can you influence the odds so that it's more than likely that you'll get a "yes"?

Presenters: Greg Cohen and Judy Levine of Cause Effective

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Podcast edited by Corey Pudhorodsky.

The ABC's of Tax Exempt Status

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 13:01:00 GMT

Presenter: Joe Kroll, IRS
Source: 2007 SF Bay Area Nonprofit Boot Camp

Learn about the benefits and responsibilities of 501(c)3 tax-exempt status. This interactive workshop covered actions that could jeopardize the tax-exempt status of an organization and the definition of unrelated business income, along with common examples and exceptions. Employment issues, such as classification of workers and filing requirements for employees and independent contractors, were also be addressed.

[edited by Stace Carter]

Podcasts of 2006 and 2007 San Francisco Nonprofit Boot Camp events are funded by ZeroDivide, helping underserved communities secure social justice, access and equality through the application of information and communications technologies.

Free & Low Cost Tech Resources

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 18:41:00 GMT

Presenter: Cristine Cronin, NYCharities.org
Source: 2007 NY Tri-State Nonprofit Boot Camp

This session's goal was to help nonprofit leaders find free/low-cost technology solutions for management, fundraising, and outreach. Resources will range from web sites containing valuable information to establish and run a nonprofit, to organizations whichhelp solve fundraising and computer hardware/software needs.

[Edited by Stace Carter]

Critical Financial Knowledge for Nonprofit Leaders

Tue, 8 Apr 2008 13:03:00 GMT

Presenter: Kenneth Rogers, MBA, Financial Management Associates From creating your budget to understanding your financial statements, weâll cover the key concepts, steps and internal controls that will ensure proper fiscal oversight of your organization. organization or cause. What makes someone a good potential donor? How can you affect that and build their interest? How can you influence the odds so that itâs more than likely that youâll get a âyesâ?? [Edited by Stace Carter]

Community Building: Where the Real World and Internet Meet

Thu, 3 Apr 2008 17:20:00 GMT

Moderator: Ami Dar
Presenters: Harish Rao (EchoDitto, Inc.), Jeff S. Merritt (Grassroots Initiative), Barnabas Shakur (Bed Stuy's Project Re-Generation, Inc)
Source: 2007 NY Tri-State Nonprofit Boot Camp

Few organizations can execute their mission without a strong community of supporters to provide resources and serve as advocates. This interactive panel will share strategies for successful on-the- ground approaches to building community and discuss new online tools that havethe power to dramatically extend an organizationâs ability to interact with, empower, and forge community among supporters dispersed across the globe. Panelists will discuss the ways organizations are using mainstream social networking sites and what the future might hold for integrating online and offline strategies to create lasting community.

[Edited by Stace Carter]

Making Media Headlines - Stephen Buel and Ron Wolf

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 22:17:00 GMT

In today's competitive media environment, nonprofit organizations need effective strategies to get their message out. Some of the savviest public interest communicators in the Bay Area share creative PR tactics from positioning to media relations. Learn how to cut through the media babble and give your organization a voice.

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Podcasts of 2006 and 2007 San Francisco Nonprofit Boot Camp events are funded by Zero Divide, helping underserved communities secure social justice, access and equality through the application of information and communications technologies.

Planning and Enhancing Information Technology

Fri, 8 Feb 2008 18:08:00 GMT

When it comes to computers, most nonprofits have not begun to adequately plan or realize the potential for enabling and enhancing the organizationâs mission. This session covers the keys to developing your IT Strategy, and how to align it with your organizational strategy and plan its implementation for success. The session describes 4 key domains of focus and how to assess your organizationâs level of maturity to identify gaps and next steps. Real world examples highlight tactical approaches to addressing common problems. Visit craigslistfoundation.org for more podcasts from Nonprofit Boot Camp. Take notes from the podcast and share them here.

Nancy Lublin: NY07 Keynote

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 22:25:00 GMT

Nancy Lublin kicked off the 2007 NY Tri-State Nonprofit Boot Camp with this entertaining, insightful and some might even say controversial keynote. Lublin, CEO and Chief Old Person of Do Something, outlined "Ten Things I Love To Hate About Our Sector" and engaged in a lively and sometimes fiery dialogue with the Nonprofit Boot Camp audience. This podcast also includes an introduction by Craigslist Foundation Executive Director Darian Rodriguez Heyman. Podcast edited by: Dhara Kothavala

Be Bold: Creating Careers With Impact

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 19:07:00 GMT

What does it take to build a meaningful career in the nonprofit sector? Learn about the four qualities/concepts of boldness, as articulated in Echoing Green's book, Be Bold, and meet local nonprofit leaders who have built groundbreaking organizations and effective careers in the sector.

Panelists
Lara Galinsky, Echoing Green (Moderator)
Angela Coleman, Sisterhood Agenda
Darian Rodriguez Heyman, Craigslist Foundation
Taz Tagore, Reciprocity Foundation
Anthony Lopez, APRENDES Foundation, Inc.

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The Tailored Board: How to Custom Fit Governance For Your Organization

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 21:17:00 GMT

Leyna Bernstein of The CBO Center and Melissa Breach of Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership of Marin (CVNL) led this vibrant discussion about Boards governance. Tired of one-size-fits-all approach to your board? This is a rare opportunity to reflect on your boardâs size, make-up, and structure through the lens of your mission and history. While there is not one right board, there is a board that is right for you.

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Podcasts of 2006 and 2007 San Francisco Nonprofit Boot Camp events are funded by the Community Technology Foundation, helping underserved communities secure social justice, access and equality through the application of information and communications technologies.

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Mal Warwick: Developing A Message To Win Supporters For Your Cause

Tue, 8 Jan 2008 00:18:00 GMT

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Podcasts of 2006 and 2007 San Francisco Nonprofit Boot Camp events are funded by the Community Technology Foundation, helping underserved communities secure social justice, access and equality through the application of information and communications technologies.

The Reality Of Starting A Nonprofit

Tue, 4 Dec 2007 20:28:00 GMT

Moderator: Bill Somerville, Philanthropic Ventures Foundation
Panelists: NÃnive Clements Calegari, 826 Valencia; John Killacky, The San Francisco Foundation; Yolanda Nunn, Brilliance Strategies, Inc. & California Association of Nonprofits

Why start a nonprofit? There are an estimated 1.4 million charities so it's important to ask yourself some hard questions before you do. Are you cut out to be a Founder and Executive Director? Do you have an original idea? Is a new nonprofit necessary? This powerful panel addressed these questions, provided alternatives to starting a nonprofit, and shared insights from years of wisdom learned in the trenches.

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Podcasts of 2006 and 2007 San Francisco Nonprofit Boot Camp events are funded by the Community Technology Foundation, helping underserved communities secure social justice, access and equality through the application of information and communications technologies.

Andrew Mosawi: A Practical Approach To Fundraising Online

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 19:55:00 GMT

Andrew Mosawi's entertaining and informative discussion of online fundraising received an astonishing 100% approval rating from workshop attendees.

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Podcasts of 2006 and 2007 San Francisco Nonprofit Boot Camp events are funded by the Community Technology Foundation, helping underserved communities secure social justice, access and equality through the application of information and communications technologies.

David La Piana: Keys To Success As A Nonprofit Executive Director

Tue, 13 Nov 2007 22:00:00 GMT

Keys To Success As A Nonprofit Executive Director

Few jobs are as difficult as that of running a nonprofit. Whether it is a grassroots, all-volunteer start-up, or a multi-million dollar operation, the job is tough, frustrating, and often incredibly rewarding. At the 2007 San Francisco Bay Area Nonprofit Boot Camp, David La Piana, Founder and President of La Piana Associates, Inc. shared his personal experience in nonprofit leadership roles and spoke about how to get hired and then succeed in this critical role. Visit craigslistfoundation.org for more podcasts from Nonprofit Boot Camp. Take notes from the podcast and share them here.

Podcasts of 2006 and 2007 San Francisco Nonprofit Boot Camp events are funded by the Community Technology Foundation, helping underserved communities secure social justice, access and equality through the application of information and communications technologies.

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Ana Oliveira

Mon, 5 Nov 2007 17:43:00 GMT

Ana Oliveira, President & CEO of The New York Women's Foundation gave the afternoon keynote address at the 2007 New York Tri-State Nonprofit Boot Camp at the Brooklyn Academy of Music.

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Allen Gunn: Weaving the Internet Into Your Nonprofit Strategy: Best Practices for Communicating, Campaigning, and Organizing

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 20:06:00 GMT

"Weaving the Internet Into Your Nonprofit Strategy: Best Practices for Communicating, Campaigning, and Organizing"

At Nonprofit Boot Camp at UC Berkeley this August, Aspiration's Allen Gunn led an entertaining discussion around making good technology choices and creating a solid, sustainable internet presence.

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Ami Dar

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 21:28:00 GMT

In the morning keynote at the 4th Annual San Francisco Bay Area Nonprofit Boot Camp, Idealist/Action Without Borders Executive Director Ami Dar shared his observations about starting nonprofits, working with boards of directors, building lasting teams and investing in the tools to achieve your mission.

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Podcasts of 2006 and 2007 San Francisco Nonprofit Boot Camp events are funded by the Community Technology Foundation of California, helping underserved communities secure social justice, access and equality through the application of information and communications technologies.

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Priya Haji: Innovations In The Business of Being Not For Profit

Mon, 8 Oct 2007 20:25:00 GMT

In her "Innovations In The Business of Being Not For Profit" workshop, Priya Haji uses examples from her own experience as CEO and Co-Founder of World Of Good to illustrate different approaches toward doing business while doing good.

Some great discussion from the question/answer portion of this workshop did not fit into the format of the main podcast. To listen to the entire workshop unedited (warning: audio quality not guaranteed), click here.

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Podcasts of 2006 and 2007 San Francisco Nonprofit Boot Camp events are funded by the Community Technology Foundation of California, helping underserved communities secure social justice, access and equality through the application of information and communications technologies.

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Aimee Allison

Mon, 1 Oct 2007 13:00:00 GMT

Community organizer Aimee Allison delivers an inspiring afternoon keynote at the 4th Annual San Francisco Bay Area Nonprofit Boot Camp.

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Podcasts of 2006 and 2007 San Francisco Nonprofit Boot Camp events are funded by the Community Technology Foundation of California, helping underserved communities secure social justice, access and equality through the application of information and communications technologies.

Photo by Jenna Hueckstaedt