Non-Profit Leadership Forum Luncheon

The Santa Ana Nonprofit Leadership Forum is a series of quarterly lunch meetings developed to convene local nonprofit leaders around core business issues related to their ability to affect change in our community.

"Best Practices for Non-Profits Idea Exchange"

Please join the Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce for an interactive, hands-on event on the Idea Exchange for Non-Profits, focusing on best practices in fundraising, stewardship, and board development. The best part is—you are all the teachers! Each attendee will have the opportunity to interview and be interviewed by fellow industry associates, so come prepared to share at least one of your successes.

Best Practices in Stewardship: Stewardship is at the heart of philanthropy. It is the expression of the shared responsibility that individuals and organizations have to contribute to the common good. Best practices in stewardship involve, recognize, and thank donors in a way that will cultivate future giving.

Better Board Development: Good work first comes from good people. A well-balanced board of directors is instrumental in fulfilling a non-profit's mission. Strategic board development is important to fill gaps in expertise and bring new energy to the organization.

Best Practices in Fundraising/Social Enterprises: Introducing a social enterprises model to your non-profit is an effective way to increase resources and reach in the community. It goes beyond traditional fundraising to leverage the power of the community and provide value to customers, bene