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President of NCDC Named to “NPT Power and Influence Top 50” for Fifth Consecutive Year
The NonProfit Times (NPT), the leading business publication for nonprofit management, named Sr. Georgette Lehmuth, OSF, President and CEO of the National Catholic Development Conference (NCDC), to The NPT Power and Influence Top 50 list for the fifth consecutive year. The NPT Power and Influence Top 50 recognizes top influential executives in the sector for their “impact now and innovative plans they are putting in place to evolve the charitable sector.” Sr. Georgette is the only individual from the Catholic sector recognized on the list this year.
The NonProfit Times praised Sr. Georgette as someone who “leads the pack...when it comes to weighing in on national issues to benefit members. The publication also stated that Sr. ...
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NCDC Announces Fifth Annual Lumen Awards Winners
The National Catholic Development Conference (NCDC) is proud to announce the winners of the Fifth Annual Lumen Awards for excellence in the ministry of fundraising. Ten first place winners and four runners up were selected in eight categories, including prospecting, donor renewal, major donor appeals, publications with/out a gift envelope, accountability/annual report and integrated campaign.
Entries were classified into two divisions based on the gross philanthropic income of the nonprofit organization submitting the entry. Lumen Awards are judged based on a number of factors, including: creativity, copywriting, design, mission loyalty, call to action, results of the campaign, and overall concept/quality.
The “2010 Best in Show” award will be selected through popular vote at the 2010 NCDC Annual Conference and Exposition in Chicago, IL (Sept-18-22).
The Lumen Awards were created to acknowledge excellence in the ministry of fundraising and to enrich the Catholic development community through sharing this excellence. ...
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WEBINAR: PURLs: A Simple Way to Get Started with Multi-Channel Fundraising
This session will focus on how to get going with multi-channel fundraising that doesn’t cost a lot of money and isn’t super complex involving too many channels. Participants will learn a simple and affordable way to get onto the “multi-channel” world through the use of PURLs, which nearly always boosts response rates when compared to direct mail alone.
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Join NCDC on a Combined Lake and River Tour of Chicago!
We are excited to offer you the opportunity to join NCDC on a Combined Lake and River Tour of Chicago! We will be led by Wendella Boats, Chicago's original narrated boat tour company, celebrating its 75th anniversary.
Date and Time: Tuesday, September 21 7:00 pm
Departs: 7:00 pm (Boards at 6:30 pm; meet in lobby at 5:45)
Duration: 90 Minutes
Location: 400 North Michigan Avenue at the Wrigley Building (approximately 3 blocks walking distance from the hotel.
Cost: Adults $22.50/per adult (discounted rate)
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About the Tour:
The Combined Lake and River Tour is a comprehensive overview of Chicago, offering breathtaking views of Chicago's magnificent skyline and an up-close perspective from the Chicago River. The 90 minute tour feature live narration highlighting Chicago's rich history and architecture. This signature tour of Lake Michigan and Chicago River also includes a trip through the Chicago Lock. ...
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2010 NCDC Webinar Series
NCDC's new Webinar Series enables your entire development office to participate in NCDC educational sessions without leaving the office. All you need is a computer with Internet access and a telephone!
Participants watch the presentation on-screen and listen by telephone (toll free). Use a projector for large groups!
NCDC Webinars are an economical and convenient way for you to have NCDC quality education delivered directly to your office. Register today!
Fees:
New lower price!
Members: $75 (Remember to sign in to receive your discount)
Nonmembers: $100
Registration Deadline: 48 hours prior to the start of the program
Financial Assistance
Financial assistance is available through the NCDC Education Fund. ...
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Financial Assistance Available for 2010 Webinar Series
Financial assistance is available through the NCDC Education Fund on a limited basis in the amount of $25 per registration per program. Applicants may apply for assistance for multiple programs. Please be sure that the individual applying for financial assistance matches the individual registered for the program.
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WEBINAR: Successful Management Practices for the Ministry of Fundraising
Successful corporations depend on every employee understanding the mission of the company and successful management policies; Nonprofits are no different. Learn how to incorporate best business practices AND the mission into the daily operation of your organization so that every employee is accountable and committed to what they do.
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WEBINAR: The Ins and Outs of Monthly Giving
Monthly giving seems to be everywhere these days. You see charities breaking into DRTV, maximizing the web and even making the monthly ask in the mail. Why - what happened? There was a time when only a handful of charities could make this giving method work - but all that has changed.
Come learn the ins and outs of monthly giving - from data to creative - from offline to DRTV - and everything in between. We'll take a look at all the must haves for you or your client's program and walk you through a program's growth and maturity, so you will be able to take on the "golden" channels of TV and face-to-face.
You'll walk away inspired that you, your charity, or your client's charity can build a monthly program that will drive net income and increase awareness for you!
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WEBINAR: Benchmarking Your Online Programs and Strategies to Increase Results for Faith-Based Group
Explore trends and metrics from Convio's Christian Online Marketing and Fundraising Benchmark Report. This session will provide an overview of the trends seen in the report and share best practices of successful clients that have taken advantage of these trends.
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How to Get Approval to Attend This Year’s Conference
In our current economic climate, getting approval to attend this year’s NCDC Conference may be more challenging for you now that it has been in the past. Here are four steps you can use to building a case for attending the Conference:
- Write down the three to five most important strategies or issues being addressed in your organization right now.
- Think about how you personally contribute to those strategies. How is your work aligned with the larger organization’s mission or strategy? Make a list of these “personal contributions to strategy.”
- Look at the Conference schedule and mark the sessions you want to attend that relate to your list of personal contributions to strategy, and also make a note of speakers or other people at the Conference you would like to meet.
- Write a short business case for how attending these sessions and meeting these people will help you contribute to the organization’s strategy. ...
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