Ballot measure advocacy by nonprofits isn’t just legal – it’s important, powerful, and fundamental to democracy. With policy being decided at the ballot box in California, it’s important for nonprofits to be part of the conversation. This training will help nonprofits understand what they can do to advocate around ballot measures and will also help […]
Do you know an outstanding individual, couple, or family in the Santa Barbara area or Santa Maria Valley? It's time to start thinking of great community members to nominate for the 79th Person of the Year (Santa Barbara area) and Celebrate Philanthropy (Santa Maria Valley) Honor! Nominations will open from May 16 - to July […]
The sponsors of the 79th Person of the Year, Montecito Bank & Trust, Santa Barbara Foundation, Cox Communications, Noozhawk, Montecito Journal, and Scholarship Foundation, are proud to announce Ginger Salazar and Katina Zaninovich as the 79th Persons of the Year. Congratulations! Save the date for the 79th Person of the Year luncheon on Wednesday, September […]
Description Nonprofit Accounting Bootcamp Jan. 18 and 19 from 1 - 4:00 p.m. Jan. 25 and 26 from 9 a.m. - noon | Via Zoom This four module seminar series will introduce students to the basic accounting concepts relevant to nonprofit organizations. Participants will be exposed to foundational accounting principles and their practical applications. FREE […]
Description Program Evaluation Through an Equity & Social Justice Lens Jan. 24 | 9 to 11 a.m. | Via Zoom Co-Convened with The Fund for Santa Barbara & the McCune Foundation This foundational workshop is for organizational leaders in the philanthropy space who wish to engage in program evaluation, but wish to do so in an […]
Description Intermediate Proposal Writing Jan. 31, Feb. 2 and 9 | 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Cal Lutheran – Oxnard Center This hands-on, three module workshop is perfect for expanding your grant writing skills and dives into the art of proposal writing by exploring the planning phases and each component of a winning proposal. […]
Come meet Santa Barbara Foundation’s Community Engagement staff and learn about program areas that support the nonprofit sector. Staff will share 2023 grant opportunities, focus areas, and other resources. Nonprofit representatives are encouraged to attend one of our four information sessions being held in North, South and Mid-County. Attendance is optional. Due to space considerations, […]
Come meet Santa Barbara Foundation’s Community Engagement staff and learn about program areas that support the nonprofit sector. Staff will share 2023 grant opportunities, focus areas, and other resources. Nonprofit representatives are encouraged to attend one of our four information sessions being held in North, South and Mid-County. Attendance is optional. Due to space considerations, […]
Description Your Team Communication Magic Feb. 22 | 9:30 a.m. – noon | Cal Lutheran – Oxnard Center Understand your personal communication style. This interactive workshop will help you become a more effective communicator, problem-solver and trusted, focused leader. FREE for CNL Members / $55 for Not-yet-Members REGISTER NOW
Description Setting Expectations, Accountability & Learning: SEAL the Deal with Your Team March 14 | 9 a.m. – noon | Via Zoom Enhance your team's performance through more effective communication and accountability setting. This workshop focuses on better ways to establish and communicate expectations with your teams no matter the work environment, evaluation tools or […]
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