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Nonprofit Day 2008

Nonprofit Day 2008
September 24, 2008
Lansing Center, Lansing MI

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Nonprofit Day 2008
Power up Nonprofits: Communicating the Value of the Nonprofit Community
September 24, 2008
Lansing Center, Lansing MI

AGENDA

Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:30 a.m.–9:00 a.m.

Opening Plenary
Power up Nonprofits: Communicating the Value of the Nonprofit Community
9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.

Nonprofits are once again on the defensive with the legislature, the media and the public. Few people truly know what a nonprofit is and fewer understand the economic and social power of nonprofits. Unfortunately, this lack of knowledge can result in negative media coverage and undesirable legislative action. National and local experts will join us for this session to discuss how the power of our collective messages can drive the economic and social change we want to accomplish.

Moderator: Tim Delaney, National Council of Nonprofit Associations. Presenter: Pat Read, Independent Sector. Panelists: Jacqueline Jones, United Way for Southeastern Michigan and Anne Mervenne, Mervenne & Company.

Break
11:00 a.m.–11:15 a.m.

Workshops
11:15 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Boot camp for Framing and Delivering Messages
This interactive workshop will help you "get in shape" to effectively communicate messages to the media, public and policymakers.

Presenter: Kelly Rossman-McKinney, The Rossman Group.

The Role of Art in Social Change
Presenters will demonstrate ways in which art in many forms impacts social change. Key examples will include songs, drama, photography, posters, video and film that have advanced movements, including understanding poverty, recognizing the costs of war, advancing civil rights, making the case for affordable housing, and more.

Presenters: Neeta Delaney, ArtServe Michigan and Jane Robinson, Armory Arts Project.

Nonprofits Vote!
For nonprofits and the country, 2008 is yet another historic election. But have nonprofits been heard? With more at stake than ever for the sector, this workshop will cover easy and effective ways to incorporate voter registration, education and mobilization into your ongoing efforts.

Presenters: Tim Delaney, National Council of Nonprofits and Center for Lobbying in the Public Interest, and Robin Lynn Grinnell, MissionFirst and Michigan Participation Project.

Capitol Update
What's new with the IRS Form 990, audit standards, regulation of the sector, and more? Join us for a discussion on the latest state and federal policy news impacting the operation and governance of your organization.

Presenters: Rob Collier, Council of Michigan Foundations and Erin Skene-Pratt, Michigan Nonprofit Association

Moving Michigan Forward
With high unemployment rates, one can't help but wonder what the future holds for Michigan. Presenters will share the details of their projects, and possibly try to enlist your help, to ensure a better future for this great state!

Presenters: John Bebow, Center for Michigan and David Waymire, Martin Waymire Advocacy Communications

Luncheon Plenary
Election 2008 - What Will Happen to Michigan Nonprofits and the Issues we Support?
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

This isn't your average pundit debate predicting the outcome of the election. Instead, this session is tailored for the nonprofit community to highlight how our issues, including the state budget, recruitment of talen, health care and economic development, will fare during the heat of the election season and in the new year. Experts on these issues and the political environment will share their thoughts for the future.

Moderator: Craig Ruff, Public Sector Consultants. Panelists: Don Gilmer, former House Appropriations Chair and former State Budget Director; Jeannine La Prad, Corporation for a Skilled Workforce; John "Joe" Schwarz, former member of Congress and former Michigan State Senator; and Diana Sieger, Grand Rapids Community Foundation.

Break
2:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

Afternoon Sessions
2:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Capitol Tour
Back by popular demand, this VIP tour of the Capitol building will introduce you to the history and workings of state government. Expert tour guides will also give the insider's perspective on advocating at the Capitol. This tour is graciously provided by Friends of the Capitol and Ed Blews with the Association for Independent Colleges and Universities of Michigan.

Michigan's Defining Moment Community Conversation
Through 1,800 participants and 6,000 volunteer hours of deliberation, Michigan's Defining Moment has developed a common ground agenda for Michigan's future based on three guiding principles and nine strategies. The Third Round of Community Conversations will expand this citizens' movement to 10,000 participants. This is your opportunity to share your vision for Michigan and have your voice heard! Presented by The Center for Michigan.