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Essentials NWA – Program Budgeting for Maximum Impact *

with Melanie Palmer

Strategic budgeting is one of the greatest fundraising tools available to nonprofit organizations. Learn how to use it to your advantage in this workshop.

How do nonprofits raise the money they need and communicate the true costs of community change? In this session, we will explore how to divide organizational budgets into true program budgets, including how to allocate costs which are part of all program budgets, such as bookkeeping and accounting, fundraising, and board development.

The Program Budgeting for Maximum Impact facilitator is Melanie Palmer, GPC, CFRE. Melanie is the Owner and Principal of M. Palmer Consulting, a fundraising consulting firm specializing in grants, fundraising, leadership development, board development, and organizational management. Having raised millions of dollars for nonprofit organizations both as a staff member and consultant, Melanie is a visionary nonprofit leader who loves the big picture, executes the small details, and wants everyone at the table. She is committed to the elevation of the grants profession, the empowerment of young professionals, and the maximization of everyone’s unique skills. Melanie was the first Grant Professional Certified (GPC) in the state of Arkansas. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence and the Grant Professionals Association, Arkansas Chapter.

Essentials NWA is an introductory workshop focused on key capacity-building topics. This workshop uses asset mapping and community feedback to help organizations identify gaps and create actionable plans. Topics may include accessing grant funding, developing new revenue streams, building partnerships, improving community engagement, and more.

This series is presented in partnership with Mid-America Arts Alliance and Creative Arkansas Community Hub & Exchange.

All abilities are welcome. For disability accommodations, call 479.856.7250 or email questions@faylib.org 2-3 weekdays before a program. Plan your visit by viewing our building map and details on accessibility services.

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