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The SCANPO Network Of Nonprofits
SCANPO serves as the statewide
network, information center and advocate for the charitable
nonprofit sector in South Carolina. We assist nonprofits in
strengthening their leadership, management, financial and public
policy capabilities to accomplish their missions. An 11-year-old
membership organization, SCANPO serves over 800
member organizations. Are you a member of SCANPO? If not,
click
here to become a member!
Advocacy & Public Policy
South Carolina Nonprofit Public
Policy Advisory Council
SCANPO’S public policy program focuses on issues of broad common
interest to South Carolina’s nonprofit sector. SCANPO’s
volunteer Public Policy Committee is comprised of SCANPO board
members, advocacy groups and key nonprofit constituencies. Learn
more about the
council.
Advocacy Network
Voluntary network of nonprofit leaders that provides support and
information on the legislative front.
Nonprofit “Day at the Capitol”
Held in the state capitol of Columbia during the legislative
session, nonprofit leaders learn how to influence their elected
officials and stay within legal limitations. Nonprofit leaders
also meet with key state policymakers, legislators and cabinet
officials.
Public Policy Conference
A biannual statewide conference involving leaders from the three
sectors –nonprofits, business and government- that focus on
important policy maters impacting the delivery of social and
other charitable services in our state.
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 Pathways Program:
Training & Technical Assistance
Nonprofit Seminars & Workshops
A year-long schedule of hands-on seminars is offered around the
state. These learning opportunities help nonprofits more
effectively manage and govern their organizations. Find out what
workshops are going on
now!
House Calls: Customized workshops and technical
assistance to help nonprofit organizations with specific issues.
Diagnostic Clinics: Free
one-hour consulting session with representatives of a nonprofit to discuss
issues and explore possible solutions.
Organizational Assessments: A
tool by which an organization can assess and measure its
strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats and create a
map to its success and sustainability.
Consultant Referral Databank
A databank of consultants along with their content expertise
is easily accessible for nonprofits seeking professional
assistance with particular issues.
Click
here to go there now!
Customized Workshops and
Technical Assistance
SCANPO is dedicated to helping small and medium sized nonprofit
organizations fulfill their missions by offering customized
workshops and technical assistance. Whether the concern is
related to management, governance, regulatory or legal issues
SCANPO can assemble seasoned professionals to offer on-site
training assistance with specific issues.
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Information and Referral
The Nonprofit Helpline
SCANPO's toll-free Helpline (1-800-438-8508) for answers to your
nonprofit questions.
Info on Demand
A centralized repository of administrative documents, model
policies and other important information to assist nonprofits
with their most frequently asked questions.
Legal Referral Program
Through a special partnership with the South Carolina Bar,
SCANPO can help nonprofit organizations access professional pro
bono legal assistance. In addition, SCANPO can refer nonprofits
to attorneys with special discounted rates for member
organizations.
Nonprofit Resource Library
An up-to-date collection of nonprofit materials, fund raising
directories and publications to supplement SCANPO’s technical
assistance and referral services as well as to allow nonprofit
leaders to conduct self-directed searches on topics of concern.
Come by the SCANPO office today or search our
online library!
The Nonprofit Advocate
Acclaimed 16-page quarterly newsletter provides news, features,
resources and other items of interest to nonprofit executives.
Click here
to see a preview of SCANPO's latest Nonprofit Advocate.
Nonprofit e-News Network
A monthly collection of SCANPO program announcements, public
policy alerts, articles and resources and information of
interest to member organizations sent via e-mail.
Sign-up today to
receive the e-news updates.
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Research
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.
Order Today!
SC’s Nonprofit Sector Data Report: Nonprofits Matter, Nonprofits
Count
An important report that includes data on the economic impact of
the nonprofit sector in South Carolina substantially updated in
2008.
The hard copy or PDF is available for purchase for $10 for
members or $15 for non-members.
Click here to download
a glimpse of a previous report.
South Carolina Nonprofit Database
SCANPO maintains a comprehensive database of nonprofit
organizations in the state, and conducts important research on
the nonprofit sector.
Find
SCANPO member nonprofits now!
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Publications
Nonprofits 101: A
Guide for Staff and Board Members of New and Smaller Charitable
[501(c)(3)] Nonprofits:
This user-friendly guide will walk you through the process of
starting a new nonprofit.
Click here to download an order form.
To learn
how to order these publications
click here.
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SCANPO Cost-Savings Programs
SCANPO works with various businesses
to bring cost-savings programs to its members. Here are some of
the group purchasing benefits members can receive:
WorkLife Financial
SCANPO has partnered with WorkLife Financial to offer members
exclusive rates on Human Resources Services. WorkLife
Financial opened
its doors in Irving, Texas in 1991 and is a leader in the HR
Business Processing Outsourcing of the following:
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Human Resources
Support
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Web-Based HRIS
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Payroll
Administration
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Liability and
Risk Management
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Benefits
Administration
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Sourcing and
Recruiting
WorkLife Financial’s
strength lies in three areas: people, process, and technology.
Unemployment Savings
Program
A program that can save member organizations with 10+ employees
as much as 60% annually on your unemployment expenses. For
more information call SCANPO today at (800) 438-8508.
GrantStation
Join over 100,000 nonprofit
organizations, educational institutions and government agencies
that receive the GrantStation Insider each week. As a member, this subscription to the GrantStation Insider
is provided complements of SCANPO. You will immediately start
receiving the weekly bulletin full of the latest information on
grant makers, upcoming grant deadlines, conferences and
seminars, and industry news that will assist the serious grant
seeker. GrantStation Insider is delivered directly to
your desktop each week.
Staples Discount Program
Office supplies, office
furniture, technology and printing discounts
through Staples
Business Advantage.
Director’s & Officers Liability
Insurance
SCANPO offers discounted rates on D & O liability insurance
through Cooley and Darling Insurance Agency. Call the SCANPO office for more
information (1-800-438-8508).
Telecommunication Services
Special rates on long distance, paging and Internet services are
available through Spirit Telecom.
Nonprofit Issues
Nonprofit
Issues provides a one-stop place to keep current on
nonprofit legal issues and find answers to your questions of
nonprofit law. Nonprofit Issues is a national Web newsletter of
"Nonprofit Law You Need To Know." Written for nonprofit
executives and their advisors, the publication provides clear,
concise and comprehensive coverage of real issues that affect
nonprofits every day.
Discounts on Publications
through SCANPO partnerships with Jossey Bass and Fieldstone
Alliance.
Members:
Click
here
to find out how to access SCANPO's members-only
cost-saving programs.
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