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Please help spread the news...Not a week goes by that I don't hear from someone who has learned of a new opportunity or made a connection as a result of receiving this newsletter. I'm always gratified to hear that my "labor of love" continues to provide value to your agencies. That's what has kept me publishing it for more than 15 years (where does the time fly?). I also frequently hear that many of you receive the newsletter and then re-distribute it to others within your agency. To eliminate the need for that intermediary step on your part, I invite you to provide me the names, email addresses, and title of others in your agency to whom you currently re-send the newsletter, as well as staff and board members who might not yet be receiving it. To assure inclusion of the most comprehensive information possible, please be sure I'm on your distribution lists such that I receive your Public Service Announcements, News Releases and other notices about the happenings in your agencies. Take good care of yourselves - you are needed.
Debbie 
ResourcesNONPROFITS RISK LOSING TAX-EXEMPT STATUS - As many as one-third of the state's nonprofits could be at risk of losing their tax-exempt status. On July 26, the Internal Revenue service posted a list of agencies in Arizona and other states that haven't filed informational tax returns in recent years. Yearly informational tax returns are required for nonprofits. Agencies on the list can maintain their tax-exempt status by filing the missing 2007, 2008 and 2009 returns no later than Oct 15. Otherwise, they will not be allowed to accept donations from donors under the tax-exempt status. Nonprofits that don't meet the Oct 15 deadline will have their tax-exempt status revoked by IRS in early 2011. The list is at www.irs.gov under the heading "Is your organization at risk?" Users can pull up the file in several formats, including Excel, which can then be sorted. One can then check the list alphabetically, by EIN, by city or by zip. FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP meets every Monday from 2:30-3:30 p.m. at The Center Adult Day Services, 826 Sunset Avenue in Prescott. Participation is free. For info about the Group, contact NACOG at (877) 521-3500. To arrange for free care for a loved one during the Group meeting, call The Center at 445-6384. TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE is a free, 4-part series on healthy money management, saving, debt reduction, and asset building. Location: Boys & Girls Club, 817 N 2nd Street, Cottonwood. Topics: August 10 - Banking Basics; August 17 - Building a Better Budget; Aug 24 - Choosing and Using Credit Wisely; Aug 31 - Taking Charge of Your Credit. Classes are free, but reservations are required. Light meal and child care provided. Drawing at the end of each class session for a $50 Savings Bond. Sponsored by Project Hope, a project of Catholic Charities. Curriculum provided by Arizona Saves. For info or to register contact Rita Bramley in Cottonwood at 634-4254 or rbramley@cc-az.org PARENTING EDUCATION COALITION Meeting will occur Friday, Aug 13 from 9:30-11 am at Catholic Charities in Prescott at 434 W. Gurley Street and in Cottonwood at 736 N. Main Street. Info: Youth Count in Prescott Valley at youthcount@cableone.net or 708-0900. CITIZENS WATER ADVOCACY GROUP (CWAG) will hold a Candidate Forum for Legislative District 1 state house and senate candidates on Saturday, Aug. 14 from 10- 12 at Granite Peak Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 882 Sunset in Prescott (2 blocks behind True Value). Candidates for state senate are Republican incumbent Steve Pierce and Democrat Bob Donahue. For the two state house seats, the candidates are Republican incumbent Andy Tobin, Democratic challenger Lindsay Bell, and Republican challengers Noel Campbell and Karen Fann. The forum will focus on water and water-related issues. Candidates will be available to chat with the public before and after the forum. Info: 445-4218, e-mail info@cwagaz.org or visit www.cwagAZ.org. AFFORDABLE HOUSING HOMELESS COALITION will meet August 17 beginning at 10 a.m. at the Habitat for Humanity office, 1230 Willow Creek Rd. in Prescott. WORKSHOP FOR SENIORS AND CAREGIVERS will occur August 17 starting at 1 p.m. at the Prescott Adult Center. Topic is Embracing Hope, Loss and Grief Throughout our Life Cycle. Adam Bissel from Hospice of the Pines will help participants explore life changes and coping mechanisms. Info: Jan Skaggs, Family Caregiver Coordinator, NACOG - Area Agency on Aging in Flagstaff (877) 521-3500 toll-free or Jskaggs@nacog.org. No charge to attend. STEPPING STONES AGENCIES in Prescott Valley will hold a Certified Community Advocate (CCA) Training Level I Class on Thursday and Friday August 19-20. CCA was designed to create a caring, non-judgmental, aware community of advocate neighbors, friends and relatives, as well as professionals who believe in their responsibility to help lift people up and integrate into their communities. CCA Level I is a 2-day training that will focus on information and referral, and interview skills and techniques. There will be knowledgeable presenters from our local community to talk about programs available to individuals and families in need. Goal is to create a “plugged-in” community of grassroots advocates. Each participant will receive a training and resource manual, a 12-hour continuing education certificate, and an annual certification card. Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. Cost: $89. For registration info, contact Mayra Enriquez, Community Outreach & Education Coordinator at mayra@steppingstonesaz.org or 772-4184. COLLABORATION EXPO 2010: Moving from Ideas to Action will occur at various locations throughout Arizona, including August 27 from 1-4 p.m. at the Prescott Public Library, 215 E Goodwin Street. The Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits is hosting these strategic planning sessions for nonprofit, government, faith and private partners interested in moving community collaborations from ideas to action. The Alliance will facilitate discussions for teams within a community to find new collaborative ways to address urgent community issues. By signing up for this half-day strategy session, you are committing to meaningful collaborative dialogue about new ideas and how to move them forward. The Alliance will provide ongoing facilitation of teams formed during the Expo, and additional support to incorporate best practices in collaboration. This session is limited to 25 participants, with no more than 2 people from one organization. If you'd like to attend or have an idea for a specific group you'd like to convene, register at the events section of the Alliance website at www. arizonanonprofits.org or call (602)279-2966. THE CITY OF SEDONA is accepting applications for the Community Event Funding Program to support existing and expanded local events to meet the needs of the community. Non-profit organizations promoting new events and those promoting continuance of ongoing events may apply for funding. Funding will be awarded on a one-time basis and is provided in part to support marketing/advertising of the event. Successful applicants will not be eligible for other City funds during the same fiscal year. Total funding available is $10,000. All applications must be received no later than Tuesday, August 24 by 4 p.m. City staff will review applications and provide a funding recommendation to City Council, tentatively scheduled on Tuesday, Sept 14. Application requirements and form available on City's website, www.SedonaAZ.gov under News and Updates on the homepage or by contacting Andi Welsh, Community Services Director, at 203-5022 or email awelsh@sedonaAZ.gov. LIVING RESOURCEFULLY, the second annual United Way & Partners Community Resource Fair, will occur Saturday, August 28 from 9-2 at the Adult Center of Prescott, 1280 Rosser Street. Free booth space available for nonprofits, community agencies/organizations or community businesses that offer community support programs. Event will include 60 agencies, health practitioners, and workshops. Topic areas include: Financial & Economics; Keeping You Healthy, Mind and Body; Jobs, Career Management and Small Business. Free admission, free lunch provided by Meals on Wheels, free activity-based childcare supervised by licensed practitioners, free transportation provided in Tri-City area (handicap accessible bus). Contact Muriel Haverland, Chair of the Fair, at MurielH@Q.com or 443-5353 to reserve table space, for more info, or to request fliers for your clients. Or visit www.unitedwayyavapai.org. HEALTHY LIVING WORKSHOP will occur Wednesdays Sept 9 - Oct 13 from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the CASA Senior Center in Prescott Valley. For people who have diabetes, heart disease, COPD, arthritis, fibromyalgia, chronic pain, or other ongoing health conditions. This workshop will teach participants how to manage their conditions and get their life back. Workshop meets once a week for 6 weeks. Workshop is free and includes a free lunch, however space is limited and registration is required. Sponsored by Yavapai County Community Health Services and AZ Dept of Health Services, NACOG and CASA. Location: 9360 Manzanita Circle. Info: 772-3337. STAND DOWN for Veterans will occur Friday Sept 10 from 10-2 and Saturday, Sept 11 from 9-2 at the Prescott United Methodist Church, 505 W Gurley. Friday will be for people to sign up for Legal Services only. Saturday will include all vendor services in addition to the services offered on Friday. Info: Skye Biasetti, Operations Mgr, U.S. Vets - Prescott at 445-4860 x 5908 or sbiasetti@usvetsinc.org. RELATIONSHIP ENHANCEMENT WORKSHOP will occur September 11/12 in Prescott. David Van Gorder Psy.D. and his team of coaches will teach relationship communication skills to couples to help expand their understanding of a healthy, happy more stable relationship. Location: Yavapai Title, 1235 E. Gurley St in Prescott. It is encouraged that both sessions be attended. Cost is $60/couple, or $30/individual, including workbooks, materials and refreshments. Reservations required. Call 717-0840 or email marvan@cableone.net. ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING will hold the 2010 Arizona Housing Forum September 15-17 at the J.W. Marriott Starr Pass in Tucson. New this year is a Property Management track. Complete program information is now available on the ADOH website, www.azhousing.gov. THE "BIG 3" OF FUNDRAISING Introductory Seminar will be offered September 30 from 9-noon at the downtown Prescott Library on Goodwin. In these economic times, it's more important than ever for nonprofit Board and Staff members to take advantage of every fundraising opportunity possible. This Seminar will introduce you to the "Big 3" sources of funding for your nonprofit agency: Individuals, Corporations and Grants. During the first hour, Debbie Stewart of Stewart Communications will provide insights into these funding sources, including ways to maximize the giving potential of each. During the second hour, local attorney Mari Vaiana will provide an overview of charitable giving in individual estate planning. You'll learn how charitable giving can offer long-term financial stability to your agency and how to inform prospective donors on how easy it is for them to include your agency in their estate plans. The third hour will allow for your questions. This is an informational, no-obligation seminar. Seminar is free, but registration is required. Please RSVP to Debbie at nonprofitnet@gwi.net with the name of your agency, agency phone number, and name(s)/titles of attendees. PRESCOTT AREA LEADERSHIP (PAL) will hold their annual Central Yavapai Institute on Friday, October 1 from 9-4:30 in Prescott. The theme is A Slice of Bread. Last year's event focused on declining economic conditions that led to higher unemployment, foreclosures, and severe financial distress for many working families. This year's event will focus on poverty and hunger, and how it affects the children of Yavapai County. PAL is inviting community leaders and concerned citizens and organizations to discuss the issue and find solutions to this rapidly growing problem. Event is open to the public and will feature area leaders involved in various aspects of feeding children in need in Yavapai County. Location: Camp Pinerock, 1400 Pine Drive in Prescott. Cost is $10 prior to Sept 10/$15 after Sept 10, and includes materials, lunch and refreshments. To RSVP and pay by credit card, go to www.prescott.org and click on the CYI event link. Checks can be mailed to PAL, P.O. Box 3544, Prescott, AZ 86302. ARIZONA COALITION TO END HOMELESSNESS will hold their Annual Conference October 18-19 at the Black Canyon Conference Center in Phoenix. Theme: Challenging Times and Golden Opportunities - Bringing Arizona Home. Info: Jacki Taylor in Phoenix (602) 340-9393 or Jtaylor@azceh.org or visit www.azceh.org. FREE COMPUTER CLASSES are offered on an on-going basis to the general public (i.e. your clients, staff and volunteers) at both the Salvation Army in Prescott and New Horizons Independent Living Center in Prescott Valley. Topics include computer basics, as well as specific programs including word processing, desktop publishing, spreadsheets, digital photography and more. Classes are available on a first-come space-available basis (at New Horizons, priority is given to those having any disability that might make it difficult to use a computer). To be added to the distribution list for notification of either organization's class schedule, contact Betty Byers at Salvation Army via maganda1326@yahoo.com or Jean Lasher at NHILC via JeneL@cableone.net.
Media UpdatesCOFFEE TALK LIGHT NEWS has a new email address: CoffeeTalkLightNews@hotmail.com. Complete details in "Chance Enhancer" Media Guide (see below). POP ROCKET PRESS has a new email address: toveracker@poprocketpress.com and new phone number: (928) 759-7625. KYCA radio has a new email address for News Releases to be used for both KYCA and KAHM: news@kyca.info. "Chance Enhancer" Media Guide, published by Stewart Communications (that's me - Debbie), provides contact information for more than 40 print media, radio and television stations, and online publications serving the extended Prescott area, (most of the radio stations get coverage beyond Prescott, throughout Yavapai and/or Coconino County). In addition to addresses, phone and fax numbers, the Guide includes email and website addresses, contact names, publication dates and deadlines, the focus of the publication, special opportunities for media coverage, and a checklist for writing Public Service Announcements. The Guide is available as a .pdf file sent to you via email Cost is $25 (plus applicable tax), which entitles you to Free Updates for a year. To order, visit www.ChanceEnhancer.com. Or for further info, email Debbie Stewart at nonprofitnet@gwi.net or call (928) 778-3747. BY THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS (i.e. - this newsletter). If you haven't already done so, please add me (Debbie) to your mailing lists (email: nonprofitnet@gwi.net & snailmail P.O. Box 11929, Prescott 86304), and especially your media lists such that I receive your public service announcements and news releases, as well as newsletters and event invitations. Job Openings
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Your News & ViewsDATES AND TIMES of meetings and events sometimes change at the last minute. If you're not on an established notification list for a particular group, it's a good idea to call first before heading out. YAVAPAI COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, an affiliate of the Arizona Community Foundation, is pleased to welcome Tracey McConnell as the new Grants and Operations Coordinator. Tracey will replace Traci Corey who was recently promoted to manager of the North-Central Region. As Grants and Operations Coordinator, Tracey will help manage YCCF's annual competitive grant cycle and work extensively with the local nonprofit sector to provide technical assistance and consultation. She will also be integral in working with the YCCF advisory board and helping to coordinate initiative-related programs such as the annual publication of "The big Kids Book," a resource guide for children and their families, and YCCF's "Joy of Giving" event to honor local philanthropists. The Yavapai County Community Foundation fosters philanthropic investment and plays a leadership role in meeting the charitable needs of the County. For more info, call (928) 499-9795 or visit www.yavapaifoundation.org. YAVAPAI HUMANE SOCIETY in Prescott welcomes Ed Boks as the new Executive Director. Ed's focus is non-lethal strategies and his career in animal services includes running the Los Angeles Department of Animal Services; Maricopa County Animal Care & Control; and the New York City Animal Care & Control. Ed is not new to Prescott, having worked at the Sears & Roebuck Store on the Square in 1976. You can reach Ed at 445-2666. NEIGHBOR TO NEIGHBOR in Prescott Valley welcomes Arlene Alen as their new Executive Director. Arlene has over 20 years of corporate management experience and nonprofit relationships in our area, including Horses with H.E.A.R.T., Habitat for Humanity, Neighbor to Neighbor, and Prescott Meals on Wheels. She recently participated in the Generation Next Nonprofit Leadership Academy 2010-2011 at the ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation, and is known locally for her avocation Dog Agility as founder of Fun 4K9z training centers, as well as producing "Woofs 4 Hoofs" and other Agility fundraising events. Neighbor to Neighbor volunteers assist elderly, disabled and homebound adults in maintaining their independence and quality of life from Prescott Valley to Cordes Lakes. Located at 8501 E. Yavapai Rd in Prescott Valley, they can be reached at 775-6145 or neighbor@northlink.com. COALITION FOR COMPASSION & JUSTICE has moved into a larger Thrift Store at 442 W Goodwin in the Park Plaza (behind Sharlot Hall Museum) in Prescott. The new location offers additional floor space for merchandise as well as more parking. Hours are Monday-Saturday from 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Info: 776-8382. STEP ONE COFFEE HOUSE has new extended weekday hours. Located at 3343 N. Windsong Drive in Prescott Valley, they are now open Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m - 5:30 p.m. and Saturday 6:30 a.m - 2 p.m. Offerings include fresh-brewed iced teas, raspberry lemonades, fruit smoothies, and blended specialty drinks. If you'd like to receive updates on their specials, as well as occasional discount coupons, contact Mayra Enriquez, Community Outreach & Education, at 772-4184 or mayra@steppingstonesaz.org. THE CHINO VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE has moved to a new location at 175 E Road 2 South (formerly Bronco Homes). Info: 636-2493 or www.chinovalley.org. PHIPPEN MUSEUM in Prescott is underway with a 10,000 square foot expansion, which will take place in two phases. Phase 1 consists of a 6,000 square foot upper level addition to the existing Museum to include multiple galleries, a new and larger gift shop area, and a new front entrance hall. Phase 2 will be a 4,000 square foot lower level to include more Gallery space, a research library, and a multipurpose area that can be used as an art studio or lecture hall. Phase 1 is expected to be completed by March 2011. The Museum will remain open throughout the construction. Info: Kim Villalpando, Executive Director 778-1385. MOUNTAIN ARTISTS GUILD will hold their 60th Annual Summer Fine Art & Craft Festival on the Prescott Courthouse Plaza, Saturday Aug 14, 9-5 pm and Sunday Aug 15, 9-4 pm. Free admission. One-of-a-kind art, food vendors and live music by the Prescott Jazz Society on Sunday 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 445-2510 or www.MountainArtistsGuild.com. UNITED ANIMAL FRIENDS will host a live telethon on August 14 from 12-6 p.m. on Access Channel 13 to showcase the agency's programs including fostering, adoptions, a pet food bank, and low-income spay/neuter certificates. Info: Nancy Vargo at 777-8736. ELKS OPERA HOUSE FOUNDATION in Prescott will receive proceeds from the presentation of Tea With Zaza on August 14. Produced by The Artist's Path, the show tells the story of Florence Roberts, a.k.a. Zaza, San Francisco's First Lady of Theater who opened the Opera House on February 20, 1905. Written by Parker Anderson and Gail Mangham, come experience Zaza's triumphs, tragedies, loves and losses. Performances at 2 & 7:30 p.m. Cost: Adult: $18/Seniors 55+/Students $13, includes Theater Tour at 4:30 p.m. For tickets call 771-1367 or purchase on-line at www.ElksOperaHouse.com. RAW SPIRIT FESTIVAL in Prescott will benefit from partial proceeds from sales at New Frontiers on August 18 during the store's "5% Wednesday" fundraiser for local nonprofits. 3DFEST: Drum - Dance-Didge...Heal! will occur August 20-22 at Watson Lake Park in Prescott. The event will feature modern and traditional world music and dance performances and more than 40 workshops on drum, dance and sacred healing for all ages and skill levels. The event will focus on continuing education about the indigenous cultures of the world, honoring their existence and preservation as well as encouraging their integration into modern music culture. Interactive youth area, vendors and craftspeople, group spiral dance, community drum circle, wholesome food, yoga, open mic, kayaking, camping, community lunch, raffle. Three day/two night passes are $55 ($25 for youth 11-17 years old), or $35 for a 1-day pass, or $10 for Friday night only. Children under 10 are free. Info: www.az3dfest.com or Aryn LaBrake at (928) 350-4519. NAZCARE and New Hope Recovery Center are having a Scentsy Party fundraiser on August 24 beginning at 4:40 p.m. to address a life safety issue among people with psychiatric disabilities. New Hope is partnering with Scentsy to raise awareness and funds. Each year, candles and incense cost people with psychiatric disabilities bodily injury and loss of life. People often want to "feel" and awaken the senses, and will light candles and incense, especially before bedtime. Due to mediations that fog memory and make them sleepy, candles and incense are often left burning as people fall asleep, causing bodily injury, loss of life, and property damage. A safe alternative, Scentsy light bulb aroma systems, will be sold at the event. Purchase for yourself or stock up on holiday or birthday gifts. If you are unable to attend, you may purchase raffle tickets in advance for a 32' flat screen TV or may purchase Scentsy items. Info: Brande Caudill 442-9205. PRESCOTT MEALS ON WHEELS will hold a Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser on Friday, September 10. Meal includes spaghetti with meatballs, Olive Garden salad and bread sticks, Italian dessert and beverage. A donation wine and beer bar will be available. There will be two seatings; 5 and 7 p.m. Individual tickets available at $10 each, or $60 for a reserved table of 6. Call 445-7630 to purchase tickets, or stop in the Meals on Wheels office at The Rowle P. Simmons Community Center, 1280 E. Rosser St., Prescott.
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