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| Why CDP Trainings? CDP's trainings are a cost-effective alternative to expensive consultants. We teach universal
information in a group setting, making the learning of basic principles more affordable.
CDP's trainings secure
measurable results from partners. We recognize the value of measuring results and measure the acquisition of information
through offering a pre- and post-test during each training.
CDP is constantly researching the needs of our clients
and is committed to offering trainings and workshops that will make a difference in your organization. CDP believes in the value of providing networking opportunities. By offering group trainings, you
have the opportunity to interact with other organizations creating an atmosphere of shared learning.
CDP offers
results-oriented trainings. Each organization attending a CDP training leaves with a signed commitment to
complete three or more action items. CDP staff follows up with partners and sponsors to hold the organization accountable
for completion of identified action items.
CDP is committed to recognizing achievement. We believe
in the effectiveness of our training and offer certifications to individuals and organizations successfully completing our
courses and trainings.
Our Current Trainings Include:
**NEW Grant Writing Boot Camp
$99/person (No Cost to CCR Members) This is
the basic training for CDP's non-profit partners and recommended as a precursor to CDP's other trainings and workshops. Organizations
will learn the six components of organizational development and will be given the tools they need to address each component
effectively. This training is highly interactive and requires active participation on the part of each attendee. Organizations
are required to commit to action items at the end of training and are offered a certificate upon successful completion of
training and action items. Organizations are encouraged to send the Executive Director, 2 or more Board members and 1 or more
key staff persons to this training. (Full day training) Register
Forming a Non-profit Organization
$99/person (No Cost to CCR Members) This workshop is designed to save you hundreds of dollars in set-up costs
by walking you through the process of applying for your own 501(c)(3) incorporation. You will leave this course with a solid
understanding of the paperwork required, a step by step procedure to incorporate a new non-profit, and the general responsibilities
of operating a non-profit organization. This is a hands-on workshop appropriate for
individuals interested in forming a new non-profit organization. Register Board Basics
$99/person (No Cost to CCR Members) CDP offers a look at the Board of Directors' roles and responsibilities with regard to strategic planning,
fundraising, resource development and image development. This is an interactive training designed to be attended by multiple
Board members from the same organization. Full-day training. Register
Working with the Federal Government
$99/person (No Cost to CCR Members) This full-day workshop is designed to help participants create more qualified and
competitive federal proposals by taking an in-depth look at the federal environment. You will learn about the structure of
federal departments, where federal funding comes from, the federal budgeting process, federal requests for proposals, and
the grants.gov website. You will leave knowing how to prepare, qualify and apply for federal funds, and understand the reporting
requirements that go with receiving those funds. This training is appropriate for Board members, Executive Directors, grant
writers and other key staff persons involved in resource development. Register
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Image Development
$69/person (No Cost
to CCR Members) The Image Development
workshop focuses on assisting organizations with creating an Image Development Plan. Participants will learn creative ways
to market their organization and use the media to promote the programs and services of the organization. This workshop is
appropriate for Executive Directors, Directors of Development, Marketing Directors, Board members or other staff persons involved
in marketing and public relations. Half-day workshop. Register Program Development $99/person (No
Cost to CCR Members) The Program
Development training is a workshop focused on assisting organizations with developing a new program and integrating into existing
programs and services. Participants will learn how to take a strategic approach to developing programs and the
basic components to be included in the plan. This workshop is highly hands-on and interactive and is appropriate for
Executive Directors, Program Directors, Board members or other key program staff persons. Full-day training. Register
Mastering the Art of Grant Writing
$99/person (No
Cost to CCR Members) This
hands-on workshop introduces program participants to the skill and art of grantwriting. Participants will learn when to seek
grant proposals, how to get organized, how to develop a skeletal proposal and how to tweak a proposal to meet a Funder's needs.
Participants will learn how to write grants for both public and private sources, including responding to Requests for Proposals,
Notices of Funding Availability and developing unsolicited proposals. Participants will learn how to use Common Grant Applications,
develop letter proposals and submit letters of inquiry. This course is appropriate for both novice and experienced grantwriters.
Register Fundraising and Donor Development $99/person (No Cost to CCR Members) This
is a full-day workshop that offers an overview of individual donor development, direct mail campaigns, event planning, and
developing business relationships. You will leave understanding the roles that your Board and staff play in this process and
knowing how to bring in more resources for your organization. This workshop is appropriate for Executive Directors, Directors
of Development, Marketing Directors, Board members or other staff persons involved in fundraising. Register
Volunteer Recruitment and Management
$69/person (No Cost to CCR Members) Volunteer Recruitment and Management is a half-day workshop focusing on topics such as how
to recruit and retain volunteers, record keeping for volunteers, and the role of volunteers in non-profit organizations. This
workshop is appropriate for Executive Directors, Board members or other staff persons involved in volunteer management. Half
Day Workshop. Register $69/person (No
Cost to CCR Members) Understanding
Budgets is a workshop designed to educate participants on the basics of non-profit budgeting. This training covers topics
such as the benefits of budgets, characteristics of budgets, defining key financial terms, and steps for effective budgeting.
This workshop is appropriate for Executive Directors, Board Members, Bookkeepers and other key staff persons involved in accounting
procedures. Half Day Workshop. Register $99/person (No Cost to CCR Members) Social Entrepreneurship gives the workshop
participant an introduction to the concept of social enterprise and how to employ business principles to make social change.
The workshop will discuss using social enterprise to raise funds within non-profits, as for-profit businesses and how to create
a business to employ the hardest to serve residents of a community. This workshop is appropriate for Executive Directors,
Board Members, and individuals interested in learning more about this emerging concept. Register
$99/person (No Cost to CCR Members) This full-day workshop
is designed to help participants gain the skills necessary to effectively communicate with the media. You will learn
about the different types of media outlets, tips for media relations and interview skills. You will leave with vital information
for presenting your organization to the media and information about skills necessary for effective interviews. This training
is appropriate for Executive Directors and other key staff persons or board members who may be media spokespeople for your
organization. Register
$99/person (No Cost to CCR Members) This full-day workshop
is designed to give participants an awareness of current technology and social media. Participants will gain understanding
about the benefits of using this technology in your organization. You will learn about the different types of digital environments
such as Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and much more. You will leave with a comprehensive understanding of how to connect and
drive your organization using the latest in social networking techniques and have the information necessary to operate effectively
in modern digital environments. This training is appropriate for Executive Directors, Development Directors, Marketing sub-committees
and other key staff persons involved in promotion of the organization. Register
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