Nonprofit News: Anti-Racism in Volunteering, Digital Resilience, Young Impact Leaders
Nonprofit Connections: An Anti-Racist Approach to Volunteering
APRIL 26 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM | ZOOM
Join CCVO and VolunteerConnector during National Volunteer Week for a thought-provoking panel discussion on the intersection of volunteerism and anti-racism. Rooted in the report An Anti-Racist Approach to Volunteering, the discussion will feature a panel that will create the space for deeper conversations around changing structural aspects of volunteerism, agency, and belonging. Kicking off the discussion will be a short presentation from Dr. Moyo Mutamba, co-author of the report. We welcome you to join us from wherever you are along your journey.
Speakers
Dr. Sonia Aujla-Bhullar | Curriculum & Learning in Inclusive Education, City of Calgary Anti-Racism Action Committee, Sayje Consulting
Jeff D’Silva | City of Calgary, Comedian
Taylor McNallie | Taylor Made Studios, Inclusive Canada
Dr. Moyo Mutamba | Anti-Racism and DEI Consultant, Leadership Coach, Lecturer, Co-Author of An Anti-Racist Approach to Volunteering
Sheena Swierenga | VolunteerConnector
Ticket information
CCVO Members: Free
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Non-Members: $25
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Please note: This event will be held on Zoom, and registration is through Eventbrite. You'll receive an email from Eventbrite with the Zoom link to the address you use to register.
Canadian Centre for Nonprofit Digital Resilience
Launched at the end of March, the Canadian Centre for Nonprofit Digital Resilience (CCNDR) supports a digitally-enabled nonprofit sector, where Canada’s diverse nonprofits use data and tech to advance their mission and multiply their impact. The effective use of technology combined with strong digital leadership and capacity can help nonprofits reach their clients and funders more easily – but nonprofits that want to make the digital leap find themselves with only limited and uncoordinated support.
Through CCVO's work on community recovery, we identified digital transformation as a priority area for investment in the nonprofit sector, included in our 2022 pre-budget submission. Support for digital transformation and resilience, helping organizations increase the reach and scope of their programs and services, will be a crucial step in community recovery. The Centre helps nonprofits adopt new technologies by galvanizing people and mobilizing funding to support impactful initiatives, convening diverse experts across sectors, and prioritizing ideas that can make a broad impact and deliver real progress. Learn more here.
policy highlights
New members appointed to the Advisory Committee on the Charitable Sector
On April 5, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, announced the appointment of nine new members to the Advisory Committee on the Charitable Sector (ACCS). The Advisory Committee on the Charitable Sector (ACCS) is a consultative forum for the Government of Canada to engage in meaningful dialogue with the charitable sector, to advance emerging issues relating to charities, and to ensure the regulatory environment supports the important work that charities do. The incoming members begin their two-year terms with the committee on May 1, 2022 and will join six current ACCS members, whose terms are ongoing. Please visit the ACCS web page to view the full membership and their biographies. CCVO would like to congratulate and welcome all the new committee members, including Bob Wyatt, Executive Director of The Muttart Foundation, a long-time core supporter of our organization’s work.
New infographics show nonprofit sector by the numbers in every region
Imagine Canada recently released infographics about the nonprofit sector in every province and territory. They include key statistics about everything from employment to volunteerism and how the sector is funded. Up-to-date data about the nonprofit sector facilitates a deeper understanding of how the sector contributes to Canadian society. It also allows the sector to better demonstrate our impact, plan for workforce needs and advocate for change. These infographics, created as an initiative of the Federal Data Working Group, can be used to showcase the impact of the nonprofit sector, whether to governments, funders or other stakeholders. View the infographics here.
CharityVillage Survey on DEI in the Nonprofit Sector
CharityVillage is surveying individuals about their experience as a job seeker with nonprofit employers as it relates to DEI. This survey will ask questions related to your own perspective and experience in job search and hiring practices. This approximately 11-minute survey is intended for those who have actively or casually searched for employment opportunities in the past 18 months or who are currently doing so. If interested, please complete the survey by tomorrow, April 8, here.
upcoming learning opportunities
Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations
Future of Fundraising
April 12 | online
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Mindfulicity
Creating a Culture of Wellness: Successful Strategies That Make An Impact
April 14 | online
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The Stride
Impacts of Intergenerational Trauma
April 28 | online & in person
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Sustainability Network
The Secrets of Building a Better Board
May 3 | online
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PSL Consulting
Nonprofit Government Relations and Advocacy Conference
May 11 | online
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CharityVillage
Culture by Design: How to be Intentional About Living Values at Work
May 12 | online
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Call for Nominations: Future of Good 2022 Young Impact Leaders
Future of Good has opened the call for nominations for their annual 2022 list of young social impact leaders. Over the last two years, young people were forced to navigate challenging and often entirely new career paths during turbulent economic times. From environmental work to pushing for reconciliation to delivering programming, young people between the ages of 20-39 are bright, passionate, and lead boldly in the social impact world. These young leaders are advancing work and pushing fresh ideas, while pushing back on the status quo held in traditional institutions.
Future of Good is seeking young people across Canada who are pushing for change through creative, innovative solutions from inside organizations. If you know a young impact leader that should be profiled, nominate them by May 31, 2022. Learn more here.
funding & grants
Funding for the National Operating Funding stream: Social Development Partnerships Program, Disability
Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion launched a competitive call for proposals for national operating funding through the Social Development Partnerships Program – Disability (SDPP-D) component. National disability organizations can receive funding to increase the social inclusion of persons with disabilities in learning, work and community life. Eligible organizations must build capacity in four key areas:
Governance and accountability
Effective leadership and operations
Developing and maintaining partnerships
Measurable impact
Funding provided through the SDPP-D aims to strengthen national disability organizations by supporting such things as: better strategic planning, enhanced recruitment and retention and improved analysis of policies, programs and services. Organizations can apply by May 13, 2022 on the Government of Canada website.
Government of Alberta Announces Matching Donations for Sport Recreation Programs as part of Creative Partnerships Alberta
The Government of Alberta recently announced a new campaign that will match individual donations up to $1,000 made to “eligible provincial sport, physical activity and recreation programs.” According to the announcement, this “campaign is part of Creative Partnerships Alberta, an initiative to find new ways to support non-profits.” Donations can be made through the Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation (SPAR) Donation Fund Program online portal until August 30, 2022, or when the maximum matching, $350,000, is reached. Maximum funding per eligible organization is $10,000.
Blog & More
Five Essential Roles for the Nonprofit Strategic Planning Process by Prosper Strategies
Involving the right people, in the right ways, at the right times, is the most difficult part of the strategic planning process for most nonprofits. While the Board plays an important role in strategic planning, there are four other groups that should be part of the process, and those roles need to be spelled out early and often. If they’re not, organizations tend to face unnecessary friction in the strategic planning process that keeps them from arriving efficiently at a clear set of pillars (aka priorities) and objectives. Read more →
The Five Rs of Grant Writing: Tips for Creating Compelling Applications by CharityVillage
Grants are an essential funding stream for charities and nonprofit organizations, with an estimated $50 billion awarded across North America each year. While funding from grants may be a lifeline, the process of grant writing may sometimes feel like you need a liferaft—especially if you don’t have a dedicated grant writer on the team. Rather than let this enormous (and stressful) task consume you, you can apply a few handy tips and tricks to maximize the effectiveness of your proposal and increase chances of success. Read more→