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Community Development Works
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    Wednesday, October 4, 2023 · 9:00 AM CDT
    Highly successful nonprofits intentionally maintain a mission heart and business mindset. This one-day training helps develop a business mindset and provides an introduction to the key components of an effective business plan.
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    Thursday, October 12, 2023 · 9:00 AM CDT
    Join Certified Fund Raising Executive Sarah Cortell Vndersypen to learn about the basics of fundraising, including funding sources. Explore strategies that may be best for your nonprofit. Leave the workshop with tips and tools for immediate impact.
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    Tuesday, October 17, 2023 · 11:00 AM CDT
    Today’s workforce has never been more diverse - from Baby Boomers and Gen X to Millennials and Gen Z. There are stereotypes and assumptions that these groups can’t work together. In this session, we’ll discuss the varying generations present in to...
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    Wednesday, October 18, 2023 · 9:00 AM CDT
    Are you involved with a nonprofit? Does your job require you to raise funds for your department or position? Do you want to add a valuable skill to your resume? Basic Grant Writing is an engaging workshop that gives you the basic tools you need to...
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    Wednesday, October 18, 2023 · 12:00 PM CDT
    So you've written a few grants and feel like you've got the basics down.  Are you ready to take your grant writing to the next level? Intermediate Grant Writing will help you improve your grant proposals and raise more money for your nonprofit. Th...
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    Thursday, October 19, 2023 · 11:00 AM CDT
    Focus groups can get at the "heart" of community needs. Leaders, influencers, consumers and others are invited to share their opinions. The challenge for the facilitator is asking the right questions and reporting results in a usable format.
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    Wednesday, November 1, 2023 · 9:00 AM CDT
    This workshop will prepare participants to tell the unique story of their organizations through public speaking. Create your "elevator pitch" and learn how to effectively and clearly advocate for your organization through presentations and intervi...
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    Thursday, November 2, 2023 · 9:00 AM CDT
    Your budget shows expected revenues, support, and expenses for one year. Using your budgets for cashflow management and fundraising is critical today. Learn how to build effective, useful budgets for these challenging and changing times.
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    Wednesday, November 8, 2023 · 9:00 AM CST
    This workshop will provide a broad look at managing a volunteer program. From planning and assessment, to recruitment and marketing, to screening and managing, this presentation will provide tools, techniques and best practices for managing any si...
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    Tuesday, November 14, 2023 · 11:00 AM CST
    Crucial conversations are ones where there may be high emotions, potentially differing opinions, and where there are high stakes. They are conversations you likely don’t want to have but definitely need to have.  Differing leadership styles can ma...
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    Wednesday, September 27, 2023 · 1:00 PM CDT
    This presentation will describe the economic and workforce impact of the nonprofits in Rapides Parish and the state of Louisiana using data extracted from the Internal Revenue Service and the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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    Tuesday, September 26, 2023 · 11:00 AM CDT
    The final weeks of 2023 will be critical for many organizations’ fundraising. This webinar will walk you through the planning and execution of an effective year-end fundraising campaign.
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    Thursday, September 21, 2023 · 9:00 AM CDT
    This workshop is designed to help nonprofit leaders and managers learn how to bring joy back to the work environment so that team members are more engaged, productivity increases and turn-over decreases.
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    Tuesday, September 19, 2023 · 11:00 AM CDT
    Learn to find funders with Candid’s Foundation Directory Online; a database designed to identify grant resources. The webinar will include a review of the grants database, advanced search features and research approaches.
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    Thursday, September 14, 2023 · 9:00 AM CDT
    Participants will learn how to use Canva to boost social media materials, how to use their mobile device to shoot high-quality videos for social media, and how to get coverage from local media outlets for their organization and events.
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    Tuesday, September 12, 2023 · 9:00 AM CDT
    Participants will receive an overview of how to start their own nonprofit, discuss business concepts and determine the best corporate structure to fit their idea. Additionally, participants will be introduced to the steps for filing the 1023 appli...
  • Friday, August 4, 2023 · 9:00 AM CDT
    Understanding the operations and financial implications of a nonprofit is essential to the stability of the organization. This session will provide an overview of best practices for the operation of a nonprofit and a look at financial responsibili...
  • Friday, July 7, 2023 · 9:00 AM CDT
    Understanding the operations and financial implications of a nonprofit is essential to the stability of the organization. This session will provide an overview of best practices for the operation of a nonprofit and a look at financial responsibili...
  • Friday, June 9, 2023 · 9:00 AM CDT
    Understanding the operations and financial implications of a nonprofit is essential to the stability of the organization. This session will provide an overview of best practices for the operation of a nonprofit and a look at financial responsibili...
  • Friday, May 19, 2023 · 2:40 PM CDT
    Understanding the operations and financial implications of a nonprofit is essential to the stability of the organization. This session will provide an overview of best practices for the operation of a nonprofit and a look at financial responsibili...
  • Friday, May 19, 2023 · 9:00 AM CDT
    Understanding the operations and financial implications of a nonprofit is essential to the stability of the organization. This session will provide an overview of best practices for the operation of a nonprofit and a look at financial responsibili...
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    Tuesday, May 16, 2023 · 9:00 AM CDT
    This workshop is designed for nonprofit staff members who need to learn the basics of using QuickBooks Online for financial management. We will cover key aspects of the program related to customer/donor management, tracking expenses, and reporting.
Past
  • Tuesday, March 8, 2022 · 8:00 AM CST
    This recorded training from Candid will enable viewers to cultivate resilience-based practices in their own lives and their organizations, address stress and burnout, and create a culture of sustainable activism.
  • Start-Up Series
    Have you recently started, or are thinking about starting, your own nonprofit organization? This series will give participants information on the process of starting your own nonprofit and how to start your work!
  • Organizational Series
    Securing funding for personnel and programs is vital to every nonprofit organization. This series will teach participants how to write local and federal grant applications, tips and tricks for staying organized through the process, and best practi...
  • Leadership Series
    Securing funding for personnel and programs is vital to every nonprofit organization. This series will teach participants how to write local and federal grant applications, tips and tricks for staying organized through the process, and best practi...
  • Grant Writing Series
    Securing funding for personnel and programs is vital to every nonprofit organization. This series will teach participants how to write local and federal grant applications, tips and tricks for staying organized through the process, and best practi...
  • Grant Writing Series
    Securing funding for personnel and programs is vital to every nonprofit organization. This series will teach participants how to write local and federal grant applications, tips and tricks for staying organized through the process, and best practi...
  • Start-Up Series
    Have you recently started, or are thinking about starting, your own nonprofit organization? This series will give participants information on the process of starting your own nonprofit and how to start your work!
  • Summit
    Securing funding for personnel and programs is vital to every nonprofit organization. This series will teach participants how to write local and federal grant applications, tips and tricks for staying organized through the process, and best practi...
  • Marketing Series
    Effectively communicating with donors, future donors, and community members are necessary for nonprofits looking to grow their work. This series will give participants the tools to boost their marketing efforts!
  • Staff Development Series
    Like any business, nonprofit organizations need to have a well-trained staff to accomplish their missions. The Staff Development Series provides four workshops for nonprofit staff and directors to grow their knowledge and skills.
Community Development Works (CDW), a program of The Rapides Foundation, provides nonprofit management training, leadership programs, and access to evidence-based resources focused on developing citizen-led community development efforts that address local issues. CDW serves nonprofit organizations, faith-based groups, and volunteers working to improve the quality of life in Central Louisiana.