The economy of NE Ohio is changing. While traditional industries struggle to meet the challenge of global competition, local entrepreneurs are exploring exciting new ventures in such fields as biomedical technology. One critical component of this development is technology transfer - enhancing the commercial resurgence of the region by forging closer ties between business and the academic research community. The role of religious institutions in the delivery of social services is receiving a great deal of attention. The new White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives may greatly increase opportunities for this portion of the nonprofit sector.
Participants share their experiences with faith-based funding in Northeast Ohio.
For community foundations in today's complex and competitive environment, marketing and strategic planning are two of them. Join us for a workshop to learn the secrets of the trade, from skillful practitioners representing diverse foundations. You'll also learn about one Ohio foundation's study of its public relations program over the past three years. You can discuss with peers how to market your foundation to vital constituents. In the afternoon review the fundamentals of strategic planning, and then learn the processes and results of such planning for three other community foundations.