Creative Planning for Growth on a Tight Budget

Thursday, November 19, 20009, from 9:00 am to Noon

Rob Acton, JD, Executive Director, Cabrini Green Legal Aid; and Laura Zumdahl, Associate Executive Director, Cabrini Green Legal Aid

The most successful nonprofit leaders—whether board members, executives, or staff—relentlessly pursue agency growth. These leaders believe deeply in the work they engage in and aspire to serve more people, in more impactful ways. Yet, growth-oriented vision is often impeded by the realities of limited finances, an already-stretched staff, a less-than-inspired board, or any number of other undesirable constraints. This workshop will explore how small and mid-sized nonprofit organizations can expand societal impact, even in the face of an economic recession or institutional constraints. The session, which will be led by the executive team of an agency that has achieved considerable growth in recent years, will present principles for achieving creative growth on a shoestring budget with a methodology that includes research-based findings, participant dialogue, and case studies. This highly interactive session is organized according to a list of the “Top 12 Ideas for Achieving Low-Cost Organizational Growth in a Challenging Economy,” compiled from inquiries and interviews with highly-respected nonprofit leaders in Chicago.

Cost

Regular Price: $75
Donors Forum Member/United Way Partner: $60
Current NPU Student: $40
All discounts will be verified before registration is complete.

Registration

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Location

North Park University
Brorson Lounge in Old Main-Building 11 on this map
3225 W Foster Ave
Chicago IL 60625 (directions)