There are few things as important to the long-term success of a nonprofit as board engagement. Yet, as volunteers, it is not easy for   board members to access training.

Check out 4 great reasons to make the SCANPO Conference a priority for your board members:

• February 29th is an “extra day”

• Columbia is an easy drive

• $65 is the SPECIAL daily rate for board members

Nine sessions will be led by and for volunteer board members

Remember, a fully engaged board can be a major driver of performance.

Here’s to “Sharing Ideas and Inspiring Action.”

Forrest Alton
2012 Annual Nonprofit Conference Co-Chair

Pictured with the 2011 SCANPO Award winners are: Fred Sheheen of Francis Marion University; Denise Holland of Harvest Hope Food Bank, winner of the 2011 Francis Marion Leadership Institute Award for Nonprofit Excellence; Claire (Cookie) Sprouse, Co-chair of SCANPO Conference Committee; Anita Case of Catawba Care, winner of the 2011 Erin Hardwick Award; Betsy Marlowe of Ms. Ruby's Kids, winner of the 2010 Erin Hardwick Award and presenter of this year's award; Kim Clinton of HALOS, winner of the 2011 Erin Hardwick Award; Robbie Ellison, board member of HALOS, and Sally Ehrenfried, director of Community Relations and Philanthropy at Blackbaud, sponsor of the Erin Hardwick Awards.

We know you’re not in this business for the accolades, but occasionally it’s nice to get a little “attaboy” for a job well done.

Apply today for the Erin Hardwick Award or the Francis Marion University Nonprofit Leadership Institute Award.  Winning will get your organization the recognition it deserves and give you one less PR topic to think of on your own.

The deadlines are quickly approaching for these application submissions.  So what are you waiting for?  Make today as your day to apply.  You know your organization deserves a chance!

Robert Egger’s (our conference keynote) new C-4 has been named one of 10 nonprofits to watch in 2012.  He’ll be discussing this new venture in the final session of our Feb 28th Advocacy Workshop.  Make sure to join us!

Register now – $25 for SCANPO members

Awarding Excellence.

Since 2003, SCANPO has recognized member organizations for their exemplary governance and management and excellence in implementing SCANPO’s Guiding Principles & Best Practices.
 
This award honors SCANPO’s founding director, Erin Hardwick and recipients are considered to be among the best-run nonprofits in the state.
 
Our competitive selection process means that winners are truly distinguished organizations and receive much-deserved public recognition.
 
Submit your application TODAY and get the recognition you deserve!