<![CDATA[The KARS Institute - Nonprofit Know-How]]>Sat, 24 Jun 2023 13:14:11 -0400Weebly<![CDATA[The Art of The Ask: Building Effective Relationships]]>Thu, 31 Jul 2014 18:40:25 GMThttp://www.karsinstitute.org/nonprofit-know-how/the-art-of-the-ask-building-effective-relationshipsKeisha A. Rivers of The KARS Institute provides three tips to assist you in asking the right questions and communicating effectively to build support and solid relationships for your organization.
]]><![CDATA[Top 5 Tips for Creating Effective Email Newsletters]]>Thu, 29 May 2014 19:09:12 GMThttp://www.karsinstitute.org/nonprofit-know-how/top-5-tips-for-creating-effective-email-newslettersKeisha A. Rivers Shorty provides the top 5 tips for creating effective email newsletters that get opened and results.  
]]><![CDATA[No Man Is An Island: Building Effective Partnerships]]>Thu, 24 Apr 2014 19:07:47 GMThttp://www.karsinstitute.org/nonprofit-know-how/no-man-is-an-island-building-effective-partnershipsJoin Keisha A Rivers Shorty of The KARS Institute as she provides tips and strategies on building effective partnerships for your nonprofit or organization.
]]><![CDATA[Charitable Giving: Earning The Public Trust—Do’s & Don’ts]]>Thu, 27 Mar 2014 21:54:50 GMThttp://www.karsinstitute.org/nonprofit-know-how/charitable-giving-earning-the-public-trustdos-donts
Keisha will address the following:

  • DO register with the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation; elect a board, etc.
  • DO outline a specific purpose for the funds to be raised—MORE programs; LESS administrative (35%)
  • DO register with watchdog organizations i.e., CharityNavigator.org; CharityWatch.org; GuideStar.org
  • DON’T be offended if you are refused; it takes time to build trust. Keep receipts and records.
  • DO visit The KARS Institute’s website www.karsinstitute.org for a list of resources to assist you
]]><![CDATA[So You Want  To Start  A  Nonprofit—Now What? ]]>Thu, 27 Feb 2014 22:44:44 GMThttp://www.karsinstitute.org/nonprofit-know-how/so-you-want-to-start-a-nonprofitnow-what
Keisha A. Rivers Shorty discusses the following:

1. Determine if there is REALLY a need for what you want to do 
2. Identify your Board members, organization’s name and purpose 
3. Obtain an EIN/Tax ID number from www.irs.gov 
4. Register with the Secretary of State 
5. File 501c3 application with IRS 
6. Collaborate, Connect and Commit! WHAT PROPS WILL YOU BE BRINGING? chefs, 
what will you cook?)
]]><![CDATA[Top 5 New Year's Resolutions for Your Nonprofit]]>Thu, 19 Dec 2013 22:46:24 GMThttp://www.karsinstitute.org/nonprofit-know-how/top-5-new-years-resolutions-for-your-nonprofit
Keisha A. Rivers-Shorty discusses the following:

Look at the big picture - Plan for the whole year; Don't do it all by yourself - Resolve to collaborate more; Keep great detailed records of everything and so much more.
]]><![CDATA[The Art of Collaboration: Building Support for Your Organization through Collaboration ]]>Thu, 21 Nov 2013 22:47:40 GMThttp://www.karsinstitute.org/nonprofit-know-how/the-art-of-collaboration-building-support-for-your-organization-through-collaboration
Keisha A. Rivers Shorty welcomes Erica Alcox of Geechie Gurl, Inc. to discuss how she builds support for her organization through collaboration, including the following:

Expand your organization's resources through partnership; Seek out like-minded collaborations and connections; Plan activities and events that are relevant to build partnership and so much more.
]]><![CDATA[The Art of the Proposal: Grant Writing at it's Best]]>Thu, 31 Oct 2013 21:50:54 GMThttp://www.karsinstitute.org/nonprofit-know-how/the-art-of-the-proposal-grant-writing-at-its-best
Keisha A. Rivers Shorty discusses the following: 

The secret to writing grant proposals that work. Tips, strategies, do's and don'ts for creating effective grant proposals
]]><![CDATA[The Psychology of The Ask: Getting Sponsors for Your Event]]>Thu, 26 Sep 2013 21:49:22 GMThttp://www.karsinstitute.org/nonprofit-know-how/the-psychology-of-the-ask-getting-sponsors-for-your-event
Keisha A. Rivers Shorty discusses the following: 

Do research potential sponsors - make sure there is a match between your organization and the sponsor; Do present a SHORT written proposal - be professional in your presentation; It must be a WIN-WIN - clearly outline what the sponsor receives as well as what you receive and so much more.
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