Nonprofit Congress, June 2008:
Convene, Connect, Commit

On June 1-4, hundreds of nonprofit professionals will converge on the nation’s capital to act collectively for positive change in our sector and in our communities. Will you be one of them? The Hawai‘i Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations has been selected as the state coordinator for the Nonprofit Congress 2008. We’ll be there and we hope you will, too.

Those who convene will connect with peers from across the country and commit to creating positive change. They will gain inspiration from noted plenary speakers and from the work done across the country by fellow attendees. They will build on collective successes and lay the foundation for continued work in local communities.

Organizers urge Hawai‘i nonprofit leaders to join with thousands of other nonprofits who have affirmed their commitment to the values held by the sector through daily actions and to hear from other leaders in the field who have participated in local town hall meetings.

Highlights of Nonprofit Congress 2008 will include:

• The first-ever “Nonprofit Expo” – This is an opportunity to learn about the latest products and services geared to help nonprofit organizations maximize effectiveness and save time and money.
• Poster Sessions – Attendees can share successes, highlight programs, forge new connections and promote their work through posters depicting their organizations information.
• Educational Sessions – Workshop sessions will offer new skills and strategies to advance nonprofit organizations and careers. Topics will include advocacy, building public awareness, organizational accountability and leadership.
• Lobby Day – Congress attendees will carry the message of a united nonprofit sector to Capitol Hill, meet with state Congressional delegations and let them know about the impact nonprofits are having in the communities they represent. Strengthen your relationship with your elected officials, inform them about the issues affecting the sector and invite them to visit your organization during the summer recess.

“Nonprofit Congress 2008: Convene, Connect, Commit” will build on and celebrate the accomplishments of nonprofits committed to positive change for our sector and our communities. Don’t wait to be part of this exciting event. Early bird registration is now open – click here for more information and to register.

Nonprofit Congress national meeting calls for session proposals

The Call for Sessions for the 2008 Nonprofit Congresss National Meeting is underway. Your expertise and innovative ideas in areas of nonprofit operations, from communications to fundraising to advocacy to governance, can help advance the sector. We invite you to submit a proposal to share your knowledge and vision with attendees at this groundbreaking event. Proposals will be accepted through Jan. 15.