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Top 10 Reasons to Join SCANPO
(dues only $75-$1,000 depending on size of organization)

1. Professional Development. Attend trainings and conferences on essential topics such as fundraising, marketing, and governance in order to lead and manage more effectively.

2. Be Represented. Represent your interests to state government. Join your nonprofit peers in advancing critical policy issues affecting the sector.

3. Raise Money. Gain knowledge and resources through training in fundraising and marketing, technical assistance, and connections to increase revenue.

4. Save Money. Benefit from discounts on products and services, such as insurance, office supplies, conference registrations and publications.

5. Address Specific Issues. Receive customized workshops, one-on-one consulting sessions, or a confidential assessment to help your nonprofit organization address specific issues.

6. Demonstrate Leadership. Mentor others and create a stronger network.

7. Save Time. Get fast and reliable answers to your management and governance questions.

8. Be Connected. Network with your peers, share ideas, and exchange solutions to address organizational challenges.

9. Strive for Excellence. Honor standards of practice and accountability that advance the sector.

10. Make an Impact. Achieve your mission in community.

For more information see our Programs and Services and our Membership Benefits.

2009 South Carolina Nonprofit Sector Compensation and Benefit Survey Report
The 2009 South Carolina Nonprofit Sector Compensation and Benefit Survey Report will help your organization stay informed about current compensation trends, develop realistic budget expectations for employee benefits and perquisites and evaluate where your organization differs from its peers. This comprehensive report includes salary details for over 30 nonprofit job functions from executive director to receptionist and provides detailed analysis of benefit and perquisite packages, including retirement plans, insurance and paid time off. In addition, the report examines evolving trends in nonprofit compensation.

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ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership

Alliance for Nonprofit Management

SC Chamber of Commerce

 

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Upcoming SCANPO Events: 

● Grantsmanship Training Program

September 13-17, 2010.  SCANPO and Laurel Crest Retirement Center are teaming up to offer this very popular training from The Grantsmanship Center that covers the complete grant development process, from researching funding sources to writing and reviewing grant proposals.  For more information or to register, please click here.

 

SAVE THE DATE!

SCANPO Annual Conference

March 28-30, 2011

 

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SCANPO's Guiding Principles & Best Practices

Click here for a free download of the Guiding Principles & Best Practices 2nd Edition booklet.

IRS Extends Filing Deadline for Small Nonprofits
 

The IRS is offering relief for small nonprofit organizations to come back into compliance and retain their tax-exempt status even though they failed to file for three consecutive years. The smallest organizations (under $25,000) that are required to file the Form 990-N (e-Postcard) can maintain their tax-exempt status by filing the required electronic notice by October 15, 2010. Other small organizations -- those eligible to file Form 990-EZ for all three years --  can use a one-time voluntary compliance program (VCP). If an organization loses its exemption, it will have to reapply to regain its tax-exempt status.

Not sure if your organization is up to date on its IRS filings?  Check the list here. 

Would you like a one-on-one, in-house training on Grant Readiness: Preparation  and Consultation?  Check out our newest addition to the House Calls programs.

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Strengthening Communities Initiative

SCANPO and the United Way Association of South Carolina have been selected to receive over $200,000 to strengthen the operational capacity of the nonprofit sector statewide as well as SCANPO’s internal capacity. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) awarded $12 million to 49 grantees under a new program created by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).

This grant is for free training and technical assistance for organizations addressing the broad economic recovery issues present in communities in 14 rural counties.


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Guiding Principles & Best Practices
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You can also click here for the Guiding Principles & Best Practices Supplement for organizations using Policy Governance (Carver Governance).

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2711 Middleburg Drive, Suite 201
Columbia, SC 29204


Our phone number and fax number will stay the same:
phone: 803-929-0399
fax:     803-929-0173

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Columbia, SC 29204
Phone: (803) 929-0399
Fax: (803) 929-0173
Nonprofit Helpline: (800) 438-8508
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