The Franklin Food Pantry is hosting a workshop on Nonprofit Lifecycles Capacity Building on Wednesday, July 10, 2024

In order for nonprofits to do their important work, they must be strong, capable and durable. In this interactive workshop you'll discover a straightforward assessment tool that looks not only at your programs, but also the requisite management, board, systems, and financial elements that support those programs. The Nonprofit Lifecycles™ Capacity Building model diagnoses your organization's current capacity, sets realistic and achievable goals for growth and sustainable impact, and offers practical tools and strategies to improve your organization's performance.

The workshop will be presented by Heidi Holtz of Stillwork Coaching and Consulting, a Certified Lifecycles Capacity Consultant.

There is no cost to attend, the course is being funded through a grant.

The training will take place from 12:00 to 3:00 PM on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 in Franklin.

Space is limited, please contact Laura Doherty at LDoherty@franklinfoodpantry.org by Thursday, June 13th to RSVP.

We hope you can join us!

workshop on Nonprofit Lifecycles Capacity Building

FHS restores Community Services Hours as a grad requirement; Let's be ready to take advantage of this!

At a recent Franklin School Committee meeting, Josh Hanna, the Principal of FHS, provided an update on the program of studies at the high school. The update is scheduled annually and gives the community a preview on significant course changes, adds, etc. before the students start registering for the next school year.

One key aspect that was announced can benefit the Franklin area nonprofits; the restoration of Community Services Hours as a graduation requirement at FHS. This becomes effective with the graduating class of 2028.

“Beginning with the class of 2028 Franklin High School students are required to complete 20 hours of community service as part of the requirement for graduation”  https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/2024-2025_fhs_program_of_studies_.pdf 

As you have community service hour opportunities, please let Josh know. Please also give advance notice. He plans to be the central contact for now. He also plans to add a section to the FHS newsletter which goes out every 2 weeks to spread the word. Josh’s email is -> hannaj@franklinps.net 

Sample of a recent school newsletter -> https://t.co/Dv0lAS1YAz

If you want to listen to the meeting to hear the update the audio is available ->

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/01/school-committee-hears-about-oak-st-fhs.html

(due to some technical difficulties that night, the broadcast video is not yet available)

FHS restores Community Services Hours as a grad requirement; Let's be ready to take advantage of this!

Do you need a table?

If any FANN organizations have need of a large conference table, a connection within the FANN is moving and has a nice dining room table that could be repurposed.

Contact Bo or Steve to help coordinate

Franklin Volunteer Fair - Wednesday, Sep 13 at THE BLACK BOX

Free for volunteers to figure out who to help

Free for non-profits to share your work to attract volunteers

• Non-profits can contact ahardy@fpaconline.com to sign up for a table spot

at THE BLACK BOX, Wednesday, September 13 from 6 to 8 PM.

Franklin Volunteer Fair - Weds, Sep 13 at THE BLACK BOX

RVSP to MNN's Policy Forum with Secretary Hao

Only a few spots left!

Save your seat at MNN's Public Policy Forum! Interested in discussing the issues facing our Commonwealth? Join MNN for a virtual Public Policy Forum with Secretary Yvonne Hao from the MA Executive Office of Economic Development. Secretary Hao works with nonprofits in a number of ways. Her office supports economic opportunity through grant programs, job creation, and community partnerships. The event will take place on Tuesday, May 23 at 9:30 am. Registration is free to MNN Members, $20 to non-members. Sign-up below to receive the Zoom link! REGISTER About Secretary Hao Secretary Yvonne Hao has had more than 25 years of executive business experience as a senior executive, including as Co-founder, Advisor, and Managing Director at investment firm Cove Hill Partners and as an Operating Partner at Pillar Ventures. Previously, she was the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of PillPack, an online pharmacy that was acquired by Amazon in 2018. She is also a former Operating Partner at Bain Capital. In addition, Hao has been a Board Director of companies such as CarGurus, Flywire, Gentherm, ZipRecruiter, and Bose. She also has been involved in the community, is the Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees of Beth Israel Lahey Health, and a Trustee Emeriti of her alma mater, Williams College. She lives in Williamstown and Cambridge, and is a graduate of Williams College and the University of Cambridge. About MNN's Public Policy Forums In 2016, MNN launched its Public Policy Forum series (formerly known as 'Policymaker Roundtables'), which brings together MNN members and government leaders to have candid conversations about issues impacting the nonprofit sector. The 2023 Public Policy Forum events are sponsored by Hemenway & Barnes LLP.

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SAFE Coalition to host a meet and greet for Franklin Nonprofits - June 12

Hello Franklin non-profit neighbors!

LET'S GET TOGETHER! 

We at SAFE have had the wonderful opportunity to meet and connect with many of you over the years and we know how impactful that has been to those we work with. While the specific support we each provide may be different – our missions are so similar!

We would love to host a meet and greet at our office here in Franklin at the Moseley Mills. We will have light apps, refreshments, and music! Please feel free to share with anyone you feel would be interested in attending.

DATE:    Monday, June 12

TIME:    3 PM – 5 PM

LOCATION:   SAFE Office, 31 Hayward St, Unit 2-c, Franklin, MA

FIND US:  Please take the second driveway at the Moseley Mills and follow the road until you see the SAFE sign, above Berry Insurance.

PARKING:  Please utilize any parking lot that is not directly in front of the SAFE offices. We want to honor these limited spaces for the other businesses open during this time.

We look forward to connecting with all of you!

Warmly,

Jen

Jennifer Levine

(She/her/hers)

CEO, co-founder

SAFE Coalition -> 508-488-8105

31 Hayward St, Unit 2-c Franklin, MA 02038

SAFE to host a meet and greet for Franklin Nonprofits - June 12

Virtual Lunch & Learn - Chris Walsh Center for Educators and Families of MetroWest - Jan 11, 2023

Via the MetroWest Nonprofit Network we share:

Therese Ajtum-Roberts and Leighah Beausoleil

Topic: Chris Walsh Center for Educators and Families of MetroWest

Wednesday - January 11, 2023 - 12:00-1:00 pm

Virtual: Lunch and Learn

We're thrilled to have staff members of the Chris Walsh Center at Framingham State University join us to share the center's work. The Center is dedicated to helping families and educators of children with unmet needs. This is an important MetroWest resource to be aware of whether you are searching for a family member or a client. Please join us:

• Introduction to the Chris Walsh Center and its mission
• Discuss upcoming Chris Walsh Center events
• Share resources provided through social media and website
• Explain the consultations process for parents/caregivers

 

SIGN UP HERE

Lunch & Learn - Chris Walsh Center for Educators and Families of MetroWest - Jan 11, 2023

FYI - MetroWest Nonprofit Network - lunch & learn opportunities for October 2022

From the MetroWest Nonprofit Network, info on upcoming Lunch & Learn opportunities. You can visit their webpage for this information and about other programs they offer -> https://metrowestnonprofit.org/

• OCTOBER 12 - Creating Digital and Print Media with Canva

Melissa Cusson, Brick Road Mortgage

Topic: Creating Digital and Print Media with Canva

Wednesday 12:00-1:00 pm

Virtual: Lunch and Learn

We love it when our friends come back to share with us what they have learned! Melissa Cusson (a 2021 graduate of the MWNN Nonprofit Certificate program) has worked in for-profit and nonprofit organizations and is passionate about helping nonprofits share their stories through digital and print media. Join us as she shares the practical tips, and tools, she has learned while developing materials for clients and colleagues. 

Learn how you can use Canva, a free design tool to create a wide range of materials for your nonprofit 

Q and A

SIGN UP HERE ->  https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ejey8iwn82cfa3b4&oseq=&c=&ch=

• OCTOBER 19 - Lone Rangers

Lone Rangers

Wednesday 12:00-1:00 pm

Virtual: Affinity Group

Monthly meetings designed for Executive Directors or leaders of single-staffed, small-staffed, or volunteer organizations. Share ideas, challenges, resources, and strategies in a supportive, casual, confidential environment.

Meeting facilitators:

Sarah Baldiga, Executive Director, Rise Above Foundation

Helen Lemoine, Executive Director, Leadership Metrowest.

RSVP HERE -  across@metrowestnonprofit.org

• OCTOBER 26  -  Impact MetroWest Interactive Data Website Refresh

Foundation for MetroWest - Caroline Murphy, Program Director

Topic: Impact MetroWest Interactive Data Website Refresh

Wednesday 12:00-1:00 pm

Virtual: Lunch and Learn

The Foundation for MetroWest launched the Impact MetroWest data project in 2020. The website has become an important tool for nonprofits, corporate investors, and community members who are looking for data to identify changes and opportunities that face the region. Join us for a conversation with Caroline Murphy as she guides us through a discussion about - 

Changes and updates to the data and website

How to make the best use of the Impact MetroWest website

Examples of how nonprofits have used the data to guide decision making

Q&A

SIGN UP HERE  -> https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ejey8ixv6f6185dd&oseq=&c=&ch= 

FYI - MetroWest Nonprofit Network - lunch & learn opportunities for October

Franklin Cultural Council looking for Franklin nonprofits in Arts & Culture arena for "Community Culture Lane" - Sep 10

Hi Franklin community,

The Franklin Cultural Council is looking for a few extra non-profits to participate in the upcoming Franklin Cultural Festival, slated for Saturday, September 10 from 12-6 PM.

We've created a section of the festival called the  "Community Cultural Lane". This area will feature non-profit Arts & Cultural booths that would like to promote themselves and educate the community about their services.

• Booths must fit under the arts and cultural "umbrella".
• Organizations must provide their own tent and table.
• Informational pamphlets and materials are encouraged.
• Games with prizes or interactive booths are encouraged.
• Booths are not allowed to sell products or fund raise in any way.

We are really excited to provide space for this! Franklin has so many incredible arts and cultural organizations. For our community to see them all lined up in one area will be really enlightening! 

Please reach out to us at: franklinculturalcouncil02038@gmail.com

 "Community Unity" returns as theme for the Franklin Cultural Festival - Sep 10

Query from the Franklin Food Pantry for FANN for assistance with food shopping rides

Marsha Tait, Director Of Development with the Franklin Food Pantry sent this: 

"We have an inquiry for the FANN – wondering if any of the agencies gives rides to people for grocery shopping etc.?  Some of our clients do not have transportation and GATRA can be very inconvenient (due to long wait times).  

We are looking for assistance for people who shop by appointment in particular – thinking a ride here, max. 1 hour shopping time, a ride home.  Currently on Thursday and Friday mornings only."

If any of the Franklin Area Nonprofit Network organizations can help in this regard, feel free to contact me ( shersteve at gmail dot com) or Marsha directly (mtait at franklinfoodpantry dot org)

Franklin Food Pantry

Did you know that the Franklin Farmers Market is a place to grow your nonprofit awareness?

Via the Franklin Farmers Market:

"Did you know we have a table available for FREE to any non-profits in the area?

That’s right, our Community Table is the perfect place to spread your mission to the local community and make connections!

Head to the link in our bio to apply for your spot today!"

Link =>  https://www.franklinfarmersmarketma.com/2022-community-table 

Follow the Farmers Market on Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/franklinfarmersmarketma/

Did you that the Franklin Farmers Market is a place to grow your nonprofit awareness?

The Art of Gathering - a digital 6 week course by Priya Parker

I heard about Priya Parker via an interview with Brene Brown; ended up reading her book The Art of Gathering. Hearing that she is about to launch a 6 week course on how to set up effective gatherings is something many of us may be interested in.

Interview here ->  https://brenebrown.com/podcast/brene-with-priya-parker-on-the-art-of-gathering/

From Priya's newsletter, the info on her new course: 

"Friends,

This little dream of mine has been in the works for more than three years. I am absolutely thrilled to announce The Art of Gathering Digital Course — my brand new six-week learning experience to help you design and host intentional gatherings with and for your people. The Spring session begins on May 16. (Doing a little dance in my chair as I write this to you!)

Whether you’re scheming your next great event, special occasion, meeting, or party we’ll explore the question: “How can we do this differently?”

Gatherings play a large role in our lives. The comings together of friends, family, and co-workers have the potential to change the way we connect, the way we understand one another, and the way we live. 

Across six weeks, I’m going to guide you through the six core elements of artful gathering to help you reimagine and design how you bring your people together. Your registration includes weekly digestible pre-recorded lessons, exercises, case studies, and a wealth of supporting resources. We have been hard at work behind the scenes and I am so excited to finally open the doors. 

It’s important for me to connect with you through this experience. For our first Spring session, seats are limited, and I’ll be joining you for LIVE office hours each week. During this time, I’ll address common group questions and offer feedback in order to help you go deeper with the content and exercises.

Sign-up today and join me as we begin to reshape how we come together, one gathering at a time. 

Course info and registration => https://course.priyaparker.com/the-art-of-gathering-course

 

The Art of Gathering - a digital 6 week course by Priya Parker

Use of the #FranklinCAN hashtag is growing

The use of the #FranklinCAN hashtag is growing! 

• HMEA is using it for their June 12 incredABLE day = #FranklinCANBeincredABLE
• The Empty Bowls event is using it = #FranklinCANFillEmptyBowls

There was a write up in the Franklin Town Online news sharing what we have posted here previously to help spread the word. Direct link to PDF of the April edition -> https://locable-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/resource/file/909619/2022_04_franklin.pdf

The online version can be found ->    https://www.franklintownnews.com/2022/03/28/393675/franklin-april-2022

write up in the Franklin Town Online news

Two things remain to be acted upon!

1. As your organization's social media account sees a posting with the #FranklinCAN hashtag, please share it
2. Consider how your organization can use the hashtag to help spread the word on your work, event, etc.

Use of the #FranklinCAN hashtag is growing

How to use #FranklinCAN(fill in the blank)

Franklin is a caring community. It has been known to come out, to show up, to support when needed. Time, and time again.

Members of the Franklin Area Nonprofit Network (FANN) need to take advantage of this to accomplish what each organization is focused on. The FANN will help in that effort.

 

#Franklin community action now (CAN) is a simple way for all nonprofits to help each other spread the work on each other's fund raising efforts, events, etc.

1. When community action is needed, your organization can plan accordingly. Devise whatever is required for fund raising, collection, pick up, etc.
2. As you communicate to your followers, send the event, or action to the FANN. We'll put it on the calendar
3. As you create your social media campaign, figure out how to add #FranklinCAN (fillin the blanks) to your social posts. What (fill in the blank) makes sense for this event, action, etc for you/your organization
4. Mark your social media communications with the hashtag #FranklinCAN(fill in the blank)
5. FANN members can set up a Google alert for #FranklinCAN to find out what is happening
6. The FANN and other members can share that hashtag to help spread the word on your effort

So easy!

 

You do what you need to do and with the #FranklinCAN(fill in the blank) hashtag, the FANN can help spread the word to make your event or effort more successful.

 

Some examples might be

#FranklinCANpickup

#FranklinCANfundraise

#FranklinCANsupport

#FranklinCAN(fill in the blank)

 

How can the community help you? #FranklinCAN

Download a PDF of this to share with others -> 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-JFQ3w3w1bR1ystFtISqFG3TRF-5KvCI/view?usp=sharing 

  

Want to know how to set up a Google Alert for #FranklinCAN? Check out the steps to do so here ->   

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V4aax3IQ_OPtg578tyBzR5JlDPZxYACo/view?usp=sharing

 

How to use #FranklinCAN(fill in the blank)

What connection does Icelandic hotdogs have with the FANN?

Steve Sherlock will own up to this one. He had the opportunity to take a trip around the Ring Road of Iceland during August 2021. Yes, during the pandemic, it almost didn’t happen and they were quite grateful that it did. The full story of the trip will be told another time. He will elaborate on how hotdogs do connect to the Franklin Area Nonprofit Network and the Community Action Now hashtag.

For those that miss the meeting, there will be a recap. For those who can make it, hopefully you will appreciate the connection!

What connection does Icelandic hotdogs have with the FANN?

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Friendly reminder meeting scheduled for Wednesday, Feb 23 - 7 PM.

The FANN steering committee came up with the #FranklinCAN(fill in the blanks) concept shared here recently. We'll have a scheduled a virtual session on Wednesday, Feb 23, 2022 to review the details around the concept.

• If you have questions on on to use the #Franklin CAN for your group, this is the place to get them answered.
• If you have an idea on what'll you'll do with it, this is the place to start sharing it. Let's get it on the calendar so other can help spread the word.

Meeting info:

Topic: FANN - Community Action Now - Franklin CAN

Time: Feb 23, 2022 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) 

 

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84820364866?pwd=MkN2UHpUTGxHWU1OWHYraGcxVHFjQT09

Meeting ID: 848 2036 4866

Passcode: wfpr1029

One tap mobile

+16465588656,,84820364866#,,,,*42811058# US (New York)

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Community Action Now - #FranklinCAN meet to plan - Feb 23, 2022 - 7 PM

Hey #MANonprofits - Struggling to find and keep workers? This webinar is just for you!

 "Hey #MANonprofits - Struggling to find and keep workers? Join @MA_NonprofitNet and the MA Community Foundation Partnership for a webinar on March 9.  

Learn more and register: https://t.co/f7Q5kn0zuM"  or here ->

  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwudeuppzwrH9dl11ryF4fDMpU3rYtWM8vw 

 

Shared from Twitter:  https://t.co/dz9jE59VZj

MA Nonprofit Network -> http://massnonprofitnet.org/

Boston Foundation ->  https://www.tbf.org/

Hey #MANonprofits - Struggling to find and keep workers? webinar just for you!

Community Action Now - #FranklinCAN meet to plan - Feb 23, 2022 - 7 PM

New year, new initiative.

The FANN steering committee came up with the #FranklinCAN(fill in the blanks) concept shared here recently. We'll have a scheduled a session on Wednesday, Feb 23, 2022 to review the details around the concept.

• If you have questions on on to use the #Franklin CAN for your group, this is the place to get them answered.
• If you have an idea on what'll you'll do with it, this is the place to start sharing it. Let's get it on the calendar so other can help spread the word.

Meeting info:

Topic: FANN - Community Action Now - Franklin CAN

Time: Feb 23, 2022 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) 

 

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84820364866?pwd=MkN2UHpUTGxHWU1OWHYraGcxVHFjQT09

Meeting ID: 848 2036 4866

Passcode: wfpr1029

One tap mobile

+16465588656,,84820364866#,,,,*42811058# US (New York)

+13017158592,,84820364866#,,,,*42811058# US (Washington DC)

Community Action Now - #FranklinCAN meet to plan - Feb 23, 2022 - 7 PM

Philanthropy, MA: Building a Planned and Deferred Giving Program at No Cost (register now for webinar 2/09/22)

 Philanthropy_MA (@Philanthropy_MA) tweeted on Mon, Feb 07, 2022:

Nonprofits! It's not too late to register for Wednesday's workshop on Building a Planned and Deferred Giving Program at No Cost. Learn from field expert Chuck Gordon and make this sustainable funding source a reality for your organization. https://t.co/fs6U1v4RzI

https://philanthropyma.org/events/building-planned-and-deferred-giving-program-no-cost

First Universalist Society in Franklin - open position for "Church Operations and Communications Manager"

 
Church Operations and Communications Manager

The Church Operations and Communications Manager supports the mission and goals of FUSF, a Vibrant, Energetic, and liberal congregation, by providing leadership and professional expertise to a broad variety of functions necessary for the effective planning and day-to-day operation of the church. The incumbent has broad responsibilities across the entire operation. Reporting to the Minister, the Church Operations and Communications Manager works with other staff, church officers, boards, committees/teams, and volunteer leaders in all facets of this process from visioning to implementation.

The Church Operations and Communication Manager’s primary roles encompass:

● Internal Communications including

o handling email, phone and in person inquiries,

o manage and update communication tools and serve as the primary resource for congregants using these tools including Google G-Suite, fusf.org email addresses, Breeze database and Mailchimp,

o Coordinate, edit, update, create, and deliver the: Google calendar, and E-Newsletter,

o supporting the internal congregation and operations structure and being the initial entrance point into the church.

● External Communications responsible for our Website, and social media campaign execution and administration.

● Church Office Management including Clerical Support

● Bookkeeping including account updating and reconciliation via QuickBooks

● Support Building and Facilities Management, including custodial supervision.

Must possess excellent interpersonal, listening, verbal and written communication skills; be technically proficient with many office and communication tools, be independent, self-motivated, and reliable, be well organized, detail oriented and able to multitask all with a friendly smile.

The position has a competitive salary, generous benefits, and 4 weeks of paid vacation during the summer.

To apply for this position, please send your cover letter and resume to: Bo.Kinney@fusf.org

screen grab of FUSF.org webpage