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We at NICNE send warm wishes to you and your family for a peaceful Thanksgiving!
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NICNE Releases COVID-19 Nonprofit Impact Report
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We at NICNE have released the results of the Northern Illinois Nonprofit COVID-19 Impact & Recovery survey. Administered in late October 2020, this is the third in a series of surveys administered in 2020 to assess the continued impact of COVID-19 on the nonprofit community and related recovery efforts. 108 full and partial responses were received from nonprofits from across northern Illinois representing a wide range of organization sizes and sub-sectors.
This survey data will be utilized by the 815 Community Response Team (led by NICNE, and includes the Kjellstrom Family Foundation, United Way of Rock River Valley, Community Foundation of Northern Illinois, Rockford Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, Transform Rockford, and The Workforce Connection) to guide ongoing efforts to support our local nonprofit community. The information will also be provided to elected officials and policy makers in an effort to advocate for the best interests of the nonprofit sector. As the COVID-19 crisis deepens the ability for nonprofits to continue to provide the services that our communities depend upon is vital.
These are unprecedented times for all nonprofits; Some have had to close their doors, while others have pivoted to provide virtual options. Most human service organizations continued to provide services during the COVID-19 crisis and 57% have experienced an increase in demand.
“We have seen strength, grace, and a continued dedication to serve those in our community who are most vulnerable. Above all, nonprofits have been creative in their solutions to current circumstances. It is our hope that this survey will prove useful to policy makers, community leaders and philanthropists to help determine how to best support the nonprofit sector, to ensure that life-saving and life-enriching services will continue to be available for everyone who needs them, and that our vibrant nonprofit community can remain strong through – and beyond – this current crisis,” said Pam Clark Reidenbach, ED of NICNE.
Click here to review the press release shared on 11.18.2020.
Click this hyperlink for the 10.20 Northern Illinois Nonprofit COVID-19 Impact & Recovery Update Report.
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Capacity Building Funds for Youth-Serving Organizations
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NICNE is excited to share that we have received a grant from the Kiwanis Club of Rockford to provide capacity building services for youth serving organizations in Rockford. If you are interested in utilizing these support dollars, email Pam Clark Reidenbach, Executive Director, NICNE at pclark1@niu.edu.
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Rockford Area Case Management Initative
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This Community of Practice Session with take place via Zoom. The panel discussion will begin at 8:30 a.m.
About this Event
This session will focus on workforce and workforce development opportunities for program participants. Participants will gain a basic understanding of the scope of services available, an understanding of eligibility for programs from several area agencies, how referrals are made, and how participants can access services.
The panel discussion will be moderated by Courtney Geiger, Director of Mission Services, Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois. Panelists will include:
- Paul Nolley, Executive Director, Project First Rate,
- Christopher Lewis, Vice President of Community Outreach and Strategic Partnerships, Rock Valley College
- Nichol Fricks, Northwest Community Center
- Jessica Story, Operations Manager, The Workforce Connection
The Rockford Area Case Management Initiative is a community-wide approach to deliver individualized strength-based and person-centered support services that help participants achieve specific, self-defined outcomes leading to a healthy self-reliance and interdependence within their community.
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$5,000 Grants Available Through Healing Illinois
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The United Way of Northwest Illinois has received funds from Healing Illinois, a state initiative intended to “build a bridge to a racially equitable Illinois.” Grants of up to $5,000 will be awarded to community-based organizations of all sizes to help create community-centric inclusive spaces to engage in meaningful dialogue about racial healing.
Any community agency in Winnebago, Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, Carroll and Jo Daviess counties is invited to apply for funds. Grant requests and initiatives should focus on promoting dialogue, encouraging collaboration, facilitating learning, and seeding connection. Grant applications must be completed online and be submitted by 4:00 p.m. December 20, 2020. Visit the link below for more information and to apply.
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Funding is available for organizations interested in administering AmeriCorps programs in Illinois! The grant places AmeriCorps Members in communities to improve education and health care, protect public safety, safeguard the environment, provide disaster relief, and promoting civic engagement through service. Last year, Serve Illinois’ AmeriCorps programs invested over $104 million into Illinois communities and served over 400,000 people.
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AmeriCorps members receive student loan deferment and training. Full-time members are also eligible to receive a modest living allowance and health insurance. Members who successfully complete their service receive an educational award to help pay for college, graduate school, vocational training, or to pay off student loans. If the member is 55 or over, they may transfer the education award to a child, grandchild, or foster child.
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Applications are due by November 29, 2020. Funded programs will begin their work in July or August of 2021.
Webinar details and information about the application process are available at www.Serve.Illinois.gov. |
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WLUV Offers Free Radio Marketing Opportunities
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Calling all local nonprofits! WLUV Radio LUVs our community and LUVs sharing positive news about our region. That’s why they are offering your organization a FREE (absolutely no strings attached) 10- or 30-second PSA to run on their two stations, 1520 AM and 105.3 FM.
Visit their website www.WLUV1520.com and click on the link for the PSA form. Completed forms can be emailed to admin@WLUV1520.com. They will record the PSA and get it on the air ASAP.
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Community & Member Events
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Plan Your 2021 Events with NIU Conference Services
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Looking for a socially-distanced meeting space? NIU Rockford has space for events, trainings, classes and more with a variety of meeting space options and technological supports to meet your needs.
Our variety of meeting spaces from an auditorium to executive meeting rooms allow for physical distancing for your in-person meeting while our technical capabilities allow your meeting to go hybrid as well! Our Conference team is ready to assist with your technical needs while offering a variety of custom and individualized catering options and providing safe spaces throughout your day.
We’ve taken several steps in support of our guests and team members, with increased safety measures and operational changes. We continue to monitor activities and developments related to the spread and management of the coronavirus in coordination with the CDC, IDPH along with our local public health departments.
Northern Illinois University also has a Conference Center located in Naperville and our main campus in Dekalb offers a variety of spaces. All our locations are ready to serve you for your business meetings, training sessions and social events! Contact Stephanie Shrum at 815-753-8763 or sshrum@niu.edu for additional information!
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Nonprofit Compensation Planning: CLA Webinar
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Webinar Title: New Civics & the Impact of Globalization
Date: Dec. 8, 2020 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Mode of Delivery: Virtual Webinar
Explore the ingredients and impact of globalization in our communities and region; and the demographic, development, and economic factors that will determine the competitive advantage of local places in an increasingly global world. Vertical and horizontal global networks and current trends affecting our region will be reviewed, including the region’s role in the global economy. Discuss strategies in coping with the challenges and maximizing the opportunities of increased competition and interconnectivity in the global economy that impact communities, local government, the region and state.
This is one of two core workshops required to earn a CLA ‘Certificate of Achievement’.
Objectives
- Understand the reach and impact of globalization: what it is and how it affects local communities, policy choices and dynamics.
- Examine specific demographic, economic, and development trends in northern Illinois and beyond that are associated with globalization.
- Learn strategies being used by civic leaders to position their communities for success in an increasingly competitive and connected world.
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Pricing
Single - $33
Nonprofit Partner - $30*
NIU Student (grad or undergrad) - $10
*This workshop qualifies for the nonprofit partner discounted rate for registrants associated with Giving DuPage. |
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**Any reference to a specific product, process, or service does not constitute or imply an endorsement by NICNE/Northern Illinois University. The views and opinions expressed in any linked resource do not necessarily state or reflect those of NICNE/Northern Illinois University.
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