The Arkansas Coalition for Excellence Grant Professionals Association August 10, 2012

What is ACE? Arkansas' state association of nonprofit organizations and Arkansas' representative in the National Council of Nonprofits (NCN). Members include: nonprofits, foundations, businesses, individuals committed to excellence in the state's nonprofit sector. ACE works with nonprofits of every size and function with one goal: maximizing effectiveness so that every donated dollar results in greater impact. Mission: Promoting Nonprofit Success in Arkansas by: Championing excellence in governance, management, and programs Promoting the highest standards of financial integrity and stewardship Building the capacity of 501(c)(3) organizations to serve the people of Arkansas Achieving superior performance in the nonprofit sector Improving the quality of life for all Arkansans served by Arkansas nonprofit organizations

Benefits for Nonprofit Members

Cost Savings Benefits Office Depot GrantStation Insider ReadyTalk Conference/Training Discounts Discounts on Giftworks fundraising software

GrantStation: What is GrantStation? A comprehensive online database of grantmakers Provides summaries of national and regional grant opportunities along with U.S. federal grant offerings. Grants Mentor: tools and strategies for a winning proposal What do ACE members receive? Free weekly funding alert which highlights funding opportunities, federal deadlines, etc. A full year’s membership to GrantStation, a $599 value!

Ready Talk: What is Ready Talk? Tele/webconferencing provider On-Demand, no need to schedule a call What do ACE members receive? Discounted call rates; 4¢ a min/participant Equipment available for use at Frueauff Foundation Offices

GiftWorks: What is GiftWorks? Mission Research’s fundraising software. Manage financial development efforts; track prospects, donors, donations etc. What do ACE members receive? 20% off cost of software licenses

Voice for Nonprofits (Policy) Policy Alerts on issues affecting nonprofits Your voice in the Arkansas Legislature Arkansas’ representative to the National Council of Nonprofit Associations

Network of Members Access to member list with website links Conference and Training Opportunities for Peer Networking Link from our website to yours Nonprofit Employment Center

Help for You and Your Organization Health Benefit Option for ACE members through BRAVO Arkansas Diamond Standards Assessment Tool ACE monthly e-News Resource Room with Access to GrantStation and Foundation Center (located in the Charles A. Frueauff Foundation offices)

Bravo (HIPG): What is Bravo? Group health benefits Partnered with Stephens Insurance, LLC to offer dental, vision and disability insurance as well. Available to employees Choice of deductibles ($500 up to $10,000) and out of pocket maximums Multiple plans may be offered to group Contact Stephens Insurance, LLC directly for pricing and more information.

Arkansas Diamond Standards Assessment Tool: What are the Diamond Standards? Championing Best Practices Guiding principles and practices for nonprofits to achieve excellence in four areas: Mission, Money, Management and Governance. What do ACE members receive? Can self-assess their organization’s strengths and weaknesses, and identify steps to excellence using the Diamond Standards Assessment Tool. Basic Infrastructure Checklist Diamond Standards™ Workbook Diamond Standards™ Best Practices Diamond Docs—printable versions of model documents

Resource Room: Located in the Charles A. Frueauff Foundation offices, a library of foundation information with access to GrantStation and Foundation Center. Free for nonprofits to use.

Membership Dues Total Operating Budget Annual Dues $24,999 and under$25 $25,000-$150,000$50 $150,001-$500,000$125 $500,001-$1M$250 $1,000,001-$5M$375 $5,000,001-$10M$500 $10,000,001 and up$1,000

As Grant Professionals, what are your largest challenges? What benefits do you get from meeting together? What resources do you need to be successful? What advice do you have for us as we begin our strategic planning process?

Projects & Events  Funders Forum  Strategic Planning/10 th Anniversary  ANNUAL MEETING August 22 nd  AR Diamond Standards Fall Series Workshops  Foundation Center Workshop October 24 th  Some surprises are in store – stay tuned!

In Our Member’s Words: “I rely on ACE to provide me with the most up-to-date information about funding opportunities, news that impacts nonprofits and who I need to be working with to achieve the best results for the Single Parent Scholarship Fund in Central Arkansas.” Karin Bara Single Parent Scholarship Fund

Thank You!

For more information: Stephanie Meincke, MSW (501) Rebecca Zimmermann (501)