Weathering the Storm: Timely strategies for finding solid ground
In early 2009, TREC gathered information from more than 100 executive
directors and development staff to assess the state of environmental
fundraising. This new report - the third in a series - provides
important insights into the ways the current recession is affecting
wilderness and conservation organizations. The report details the
steps groups are taking to cope with the downturn in the economy,
it includes a detailed analysis of fundraising strategies currently
being deployed, and it offers advice and guidance on remaining financially
resilient during these challenging times.
Salary & Benefits Survey of Western Environmental Groups
Over the summer of 2008, TREC conducted its third salary survey
of environmental organizations throughout the North American west
that work to protect wild lands and wildlife. Our purpose in producing
this report is to provide those working in the environmental sector
with information that they can use to gauge their salaries and benefits
policies. Our stakeholders have consistently told us that they have
used previous results to help compare their policies to those of
other similarly situated organizations and, where needed, to adjust
their compensation packages. TREC remains the only nonprofit organization
that compiles and disseminates this important information.
TREC Video Training
TREC offers free online trainings on valuable, timely topics.
NEW! Fraud: Could Your Organization Be A Victim?
If
your reaction to a tutorial on preventing fraud is… "I don’t need to
listen to that because fraud couldn’t possibly happen at my
organization." Hold on. We prepared this session for you. Do
yourself and your organization a favor and spend seven minutes to
listen this. In this recording we lay out six simple steps you can
take to prevent fraud from happening at your organization.
Length: 7 minutes.
Presenter: Megan Seibel, TREC’s lead trainer and consultant on fiscal management serves as TREC’s Finance Director and Senior Associate. She has over 25 years of non-profit and financial experience.
Scenario Planning
It
might be better... or it might be worse. In these economic times, it is difficult to predict donor and foundation income. You may find yourself suddenly scrambling to replace foundation or donor funding that dropped unexpectedly. Or you may have budgeted only on income in-hand and then find yourself with additional funds and no plan ready to spend it smartly.
Length: 8 minutes.
Presenter: Megan Seibel, TREC’s lead trainer and consultant on fiscal management serves as TREC’s Finance Director and Senior Associate. She has over 25 years of non-profit and financial experience.
Preparing for Tough Times
This informative 5-part presentation is
full of tips on how to do effective fiscal management during these
tough economic times. It highlights the key financial indicators of
organizational health and stability and gives specific advice on
steps to take to make sure you are in the best position possible.
Length: Each part is 7 minutes.
Presenter: Megan Seibel, TREC’s lead trainer and consultant on fiscal management serves as TREC’s Finance Director and Senior Associate. She has over 25 years of non-profit and financial experience.
Storytelling as Best Practice
How
stories strengthen your organization, engage your audience, and
advance your mission. An exceptional presentation (with stories!) by
Andy Goodman based on his work with nonprofit organizations.
Storytelling is the single most powerful tool you have in your
outreach toolbox. Why is narrative so powerful? What makes a good
story? How do you build a lasting storytelling culture within your
organization or collation?
Length: 1 hour 14 minutes.
Presenter: Andy Goodman, Andy Goodman is a nationally recognized author, speaker and consultant in the field of public interest communications. Andy also serves as a Senior Fellow for Civic Ventures and is on the advisory boards of VolunteerMatch and Great Nonprofits.
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