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**Our offices will be closed on September 6 for Labor Day**

SAVE THE DATE! - Friday, October 29, 2010
Philanthropy 2020: The Next Generation of Giving
Armed with new ideas, priorities, and expectations, Gen X and Y professionals are changing the face of philanthropy as they move into leadership positions at foundations and corporations.

This half-day conference will provide you with insights and practical tools to understand how generational change will influence philanthropy over the next decade and how it will impact your nonprofit.

Who Should Attend:
• Executive Directors
• Board Members
• Development / Fundraising Staff
• Volunteers

Click here to see the learning objectives!

Register for CNE’s free e-Newsletter
CNE's e-Newsletters are a free resource for those interested in learning more about the front-burner issues impacting nonprofit organizations, boards, and staff.
Click here to sign up or read archived editions.

Critical Concerns Corner

Managing in Difficult Economic Times
CNE has the resources and expertise you need to navigate these challenging economic times. Click here for more information.

Generational Change

In 2008, the first wave of 76 million Baby Boomers started turning 65. Click here to learn more about the impact generational change will have on your organization.

Trainings & Events

9/8/2010 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Laying the Foundation: Developing a Case for Support

9/29/2010 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Introduction to Finding Funders

10/6/2010 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Nonprofit Law Seminar

10/6/2010 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Your Board and Fundraising

10/20/2010 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Proposal Writing and Budgeting Basics

10/29/2010 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Philanthropy 2020: The Next Generation of Giving

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Training for Boards & Staff

CNE offers workshops, seminars and peer learning programs with topics based on an annual theme, e.g. "managing in difficult economic times." Workshops critical to the core aspects of a sound nonprofit organization foundation, such as board leadership and financial management, are also offered regularly.

Click here to learn more about CNE's training programs for board and staff.

Nonprofit Resources & Tools

CNE has a Resource Library of over 800 books, magazines, CDs and videos on topics related to issues such as:

• accountability
• collaboration
• leadership
• sustainability

Materials can be loaned for two weeks, or can be reviewed and read on-site. Click here to learn more about services and tools available through the Resource Library.

Consulting & Coaching Services

CNE Solutions Consulting Service is an affordable option for your organization to get assistance that is customized to address your specific nonprofit management, governance and operational challenges.

• Our Consulting Services
• Why Choose CNE Solutions
• Connect to Solutions e-Newsletter

Special Interest Groups

Nonprofit Board Members
View resources and information for nonprofit board members by clicking here.

Grantmakers
Click here to access information targeting the special interests and concerns of funders.