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The Institute for Nonprofit Practice has created a new initiative to support all nonprofits to have access to the award winning Leadership Program, that has graduated 19 Island nonprofits.

Applications are due on June 12th. More information for the Core Certificate Program is at http://www.nonprofitpractice.org/apply.

The Tomorrow Fund, a movement to help nonprofit and community leaders, especially leaders of color, rebuild, reimagine, and restore as they navigate the monumental challenges that lie ahead.

With the support of generous donors who believe in the power and potential of nonprofit leaders, we have reached the first milestone of The Tomorrow Fund: We will, for the first time in our history, waive tuition for every student in the class of 2021. 

Learn more at: http://www.nonprofitpractice.org/tomorrowfund

REOPENING MASSACHUSETTS IN PHASES

Current state: Phase 1: Stay at home 

Phase 2: Cautious - Limited industries resume operations with severe restrictions

Phase 3: Vigilant - Additional industries resume operations with restrictions and capacity limitations

Phase 4: New Normal - Additional industries resume operations with guidance Development of vaccines and / or treatments enable resumption of "new normal"

More here: 

https://files.constantcontact.com/096bb2f8001/b9ba19a2-40cb-4e63-a4c0-bf5c06e27d31.pdf

As a testament to Island Collaboration view this 1 minute video sharing the message of #ArtsMVTogether . This collective message from all of the arts organizations on Martha’s Vineyard showcases how the power of art and working together can keep our community engaged and connected.

Please join us in supporting the valuable work they do!

View Here

The Person of the Week for April 16th, 2020  is Jackie Friedman, Executive Director of MVNC. 

To learn more listen to this feature and click on this link.

Please support great shows like this by clicking on "DONATE" on the mvyradio website at: https://mvyradio.org.

This page contains links to resources on business resilience and disaster recovery. As the situation with coronavirus (COVID-19) evolves, the U.S. Chamber Foundation stands ready to help communities navigate the significant challenges they are facing in a time of great uncertainty

More here: https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/reports/coronavirus-response-resources#smallbiz

Independent Sector’s members and partners have been asking many questions about the relief programs available under the federal CARES Act enacted on March 28, 2020.  In addition to our  Summary of the CARES Act for Nonprofits and the information presented above about how to apply for relief, here are answers to questions we are frequently being asked – and important points that we are seeing that may not be getting enough attention. Updated 4.6.20

More here: https://bit.ly/3aZtabX

Nonprofit Quarterly asked Tim Delaney, president & CEO of the National Council of Nonprofits, to share insights about how nonprofits might utilize the new federal legislation relating to coronavirus to advance their missions.

More here: https://nonprofitquarterly.org/how-nonprofits-can-utilize-the-new-federal-laws-dealing-with-covid-19/

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act) requires certain employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons related to COVID-19. These provisions will apply from April 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020. 

Download the poster HERE.

The Permanent Endowment for Martha’s Vineyard has launched the Emergency Response Fund in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic to address urgent needs that face Islanders and their families.  The Emergency Fund seeks to shore up the invaluable role of Island non-profits when crisis hits, whether it’s today’s public health emergency or future crisis facing the Vineyard from natural disasters to financial.  The fund is immediately established with $25,000 from existing sources with the hope and expectation that donors will build upon that modest base.

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Are you an Executive Director or emerging nonprofit leader who is looking to sharpen your professional skills, build confidence, and gain resources to be a stronger leader of your organization and community?  

Applications now open for the 2020/2021 class of The Institute for Nonprofit Practice (INP) Certificate in Nonprofit Management and Leadership.

This intensive 8-month program from INP is part of Jonathan M. Tisch College of Civic Life at Tufts University.

Designed to give you the tools to build your organization’s effectiveness innovation, and sustainability, INP is made accessible by the MVNC and local funders through scholarships and locally held classes.

Leaders representing all nonprofit sectors from 19 different organizations have participated in and benefited from the Vineyard program to date. 

Read about the program HERE.

Want more information? Attend an online information session HERE.

Or, apply for the CORE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM by clicking the button below.

Apply here.

If you have any questions, please email nevette@mvnonprofits.org.