Resources for nonprofits
The Cooper Foundation believes that strong nonprofits help to build a strong community. To help build the capacity of nonprofits in the Waco area, the foundation hosts monthly Nonprofit Network meetings, as well as Board Governance trainings.
Nonprofit Network
This FREE monthly gathering of Waco area nonprofit professionals and volunteers provides an opportunity for networking, peer learning, and professional development.
Attendees are encouraged to bring along promotional materials for upcoming events and projects.
The meetings are held on the third Thursday of August-May at the Texas Life Annex (1000 Washington Avenue, Waco).
The next Nonprofit Network is on September 19th and will be about the 2020 Census. Check back soon for the registration link!
Meeting Agenda
8:00am Doors open for Refreshments & Networking
8:30am Welcome, Announcements & Program Begins
9:45am Q&A Time
10:00am Program Concludes
To receive meeting notifications, please sign up by following this link.
Board Governance Training
Because we believe that strong nonprofits are governed by strong boards, the Cooper Foundation is pleased to offer free board governance training several times a year to current nonprofit board members, potential board members, and nonprofit staff. Our goal is to ensure that all board members in Waco are trained in board governance.
Our next board governance training is scheduled for September 13, 2019. If you would like to be notified of future board governance training opportunities, please sign up by following this link.
You may find a presentation from our May 2019 training at this link: May 2019: Laying the Foundation Presentation.
If you would like to request a copy of our Building High Performing Boards: Laying the Foundation workbook, please email info@cooperfdn.org.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
For more nonprofit management resources in the Waco area, please visit www.mclennannonprofits.org.
Past Meeting Handouts
Shifting from Intentions to Lasting Impact: Understanding the Organizational Journey of Addressing Racial Inequities – August 2019
Nonprofit Data: Making the Connection Between Numbers and Narratives – May 2019
- May 2019 Presentation
- Stay tuned for additional resources
You Belong Here: Laying the Foundation for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – March 2019
Management & Coaching: Completing Tasks, Inspiring Vision, and Developing Your Team – February 2019
Financial Health: The Importance of Understanding Nonprofit Financial Statements – January 2019
The Nonprofit Ecosystem: Systems-Level Approaches for Sustainable Change – November 2018
Donor Demographics & Tax Law Changes in McLennan County – September 2018
Lobbying & Advocacy 101: Legal Tips for Nonprofit Advocates – May 2018
The Talk: The Importance of Addressing Inequities in the Workplace – April 2018
Must Be Able to Drive a Zoo Vehicle: The Big Picture of Inclusive Hires – March 2018
Are You Sure That’s Where You Are Going? Theory of Change and Your Organization’s Role in the Nonprofit Ecosystem – February 2018
Collaborating for Success: Transforming WISD Schools – January 2018
Designing Programs for Impact: How RBA Can Ease the Pain – November 2017
Creating a Culture of Learning – October 2017
- No presentation, this meeting was a panel discussion
Making Your Organization’s Financial Picture Stand Out From the Crowd – September 2017
Equity in Systems – April & May 2017
Laying the Foundation for Board Governance Training – April 2017
Engaging Young Professionals – February 2017
Laying the Foundation for Board Governance Training – January 2017
Telling Your Story – January 2017
The Ins and Outs of Financial Statements – November 2016
Introduction to the Performance Imperative – October 2016
Racial Equity- May 2016
Do it yourself Social Media- April 2016
Volunteer Management: Meeting Expectations (Ours and Theirs)- February 2016
Strategic Relationships that Work (January 2016)
Culture of Openness (November & December 2015)
Measuring your Impact: Data for Non-profits (October 2015)
Storing Away for a Rainy Day: Operating Reserves for Nonprofits (September 2015)
Effective Delegation (May 2015- Rachel Woods)
New Organizing (April 2015- Katie Wolfe)
Messaging Slides (February 2015- Susan Cowley)
Prosper Waco Presentation (January 2015)
Collective Impact Article (January 2015)
Anatomy of a Fraud (October 2014)
Board_Development_Resources (September 2014)
Meeting Facilitation (March 2014)
Marketing (February 2014)
Contact kelly@cooperfdn.org if the handout you are looking for is not shown here.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
NONPROFIT NETWORK (September)
Join us for the September 19th Nonprofit Network where we will discuss The 2020 Census. Check back soon for the September registration link!
read moreBOARD GOVERNANCE TRAINING (September)
September 13th, 8:30 – 10:30 am
(CLICK HERE TO REGISTER)
UPCOMING DEADLINES
Letters of Inquiry (LOI) are due on the following dates through our online grant making system. Visit our grants page to learn more about the process of applying.
June 13, 2019
August 8, 2019
September 12, 2019
October 10, 2019
November 18, 2019
January 9, 2020
February 13, 2020
March 12, 2020
