Hartford Public Library offers unique resources and engaging learning opportunities for nonprofits aimed at capacity building and fundraising.

The Library maintains a core collection of continuously updated materials in multiple formats that address the specific needs of local nonprofit, grassroots and faith-based organizations.

Our nonprofit workshops are conducted by expert consultants in their fields, local leaders, and attorneys and many are tailored to the specific needs of nonprofit managers, staff, board members and other key stakeholders.

We provide tools, resources and information that will help nonprofit organizations fulfill the missions of their organizations.

SPRING 2024 NONPROFIT WORKSHOP SERIES

BOARD GOVERNANCE | SETTING YOUR BOARD UP FOR SUCCESS
Presenter: Mae Maloney, Leadership Greater Hartford
Wednesday, May 1: 12-1:30pm

Register in advance for this meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZclceCprTkjHdZ19ah5RKyHFKfKx0s454m3 

Nonprofit boards need thoughtful, dynamic and skilled board members today more than ever before. Finding these passionate volunteers is a challenge! Board members are our chief champions and public stewards. What are the ways we can identify, prepare and support our boards to be strong, effective and agile? Together let’s explore recruitment best practices, and strategies to incorporate and include new board members on existing boards fully. Fiduciary and legal responsibilities are an often-misunderstood component of board service – join us as we discuss these important practices.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT FUNDAMENTALS FOR NONPROFITS
Presenter: Jennifer C. Hockenhull, SHRM-CP, CPA, LinkedIn
Wednesday, May 15: 12-1:30pm

Register in advance for this meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwucOuuqD4tH9fGUAaa2JkU-Fe4y5Z7oZpQ

Nonprofit leaders and staff know their vision and mission inside and out.  But when it comes to financial management, many are left confused and frustrated.  Join us as we talk about all things financial in a way that will leave you feeling more confident as you lead your organization forward! This program will look at these questions, among others:

• What is Financial Management and why is it important to understand?
• What key ratios and indicators should we track and review regularly?  And why?
• How do I read a financial statement?
• What types of budgets should I prepare and what process should I consider?
• How do I track cash flow?

Previous Hartford Public Library and Hartford Foundation Nonprofit Support Program workshop recordings may be accessed HERE.

All workshops are offered at no cost to participants through a partnership between the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving and Hartford Public Library.

If you have any questions, please email nonprofitslearn@hplct.org

Nonprofit Resources in the Greater Hartford Area