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OUR MISSIONYNPNdc promotes a healthy, viable, and inclusive nonprofit sector that supports the growth, learning, and development of young professionals. We engage and support nonprofit professionals and community members in the Washington, DC metropolitan area through professional and personal development opportunities.
HISTORY & OVERVIEWFormed in 2003 in the likeness of the national organization, which started its first chapter in San Francisco in July 1997 as a project of CompassPoint Nonprofit Services, YNPNdc aims to provide a vibrant peer community for DC's young nonprofit professionals. Though YNPNdc welcomes people of all ages, most of our members are in their 20's and 30's or are transitioning into the nonprofit sector. Entirely volunteer led and coordinated, YNPNdc continues to grow rapidly and has become an active group for young nonprofit leaders in the DC metro area.
YNPNdc membership is FREE. Become a member of the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network of Washington DC, by signing up for our email mailing list.
Today YNPN provides a wide variety of services including: -- Professional and personal development workshops, such as Financial Planning 101 and Peer to Peer Resume Critique, organized by YNPNdc; -- "Meet ..." events to introduce YNPNdc members to local organizations that provide resources for education or professional development; -- A bi-monthly book club focusing on the non-profit sector; -- A monthly Young Executives' Roundtable, for nonprofit executive directors employed three years or fewer in their position, to give new nonprofit leaders an opportunity to exchange informal advice and brainstorm fresh ideas; -- Monthly networking social hours held at various locations throughout DC; -- A Web site linking the nonprofit community to information and resources; -- An email mailing list where members exchange information and referrals, learn about special events and workshops, post and receive job announcements, and share ideas on issues facing the sector;
BOARD OF DIRECTORSYNPNdc is run by a working, all-volunteer Board of Directors that serve for renewable one-year terms. The board consists of an executive committee (president, vice-president, secretary, and treasurer) and the chairs of the following operational committees: Programs The Programs committee designs, organizes and facilitates professional development and networking events. Events may include speakers, discussions, workshops and happy hours to help YNPNdc members develop skills and learn about issues relevant to their work. Communications The Communications committee creates a regular newsletter, promotional materials, event announcements and press releases. The committee also maintains the organization's website, and moderates the member discussion listserv. Committee members serve as press liaisons for the organization and conduct community outreach. Strategic Partnerships The Strategic Partnerships committee is responsible for creating and maintaining relationships between YNPNdc and organizations for the benefit of YNPNdc members. Responsibilities include setting criteria for partnerships, managing partnership inquiries, recording relevant information about relationships, and researching and procuring member benefits (e.g. event access, discounts for classes and services). Membership & Nominations The Membership & Nominations committee develops systems to keep members engaged and ensures that member needs are met. Responsibilities include implementing strategies to build camaraderie and connections within the network. The committee is also responsible for recruiting volunteers and potential board members. Development & Finance The Development & Finance committee is responsible for the fiscal health of YNPNdc, including the implementation of YNPNdc's fundraising strategy, development of the annual budget, grantwriting; and ongoing financial tracking, maintenance, and reporting. The committee is expected to be familiar with the regulatory elements of nonprofit fundraising including filing for and maintaining YNPNdcís tax-exempt status. President The president has general responsibility for ensuring that the network is fulfilling its mission, and providing support and direction to all members of the network leadership. He or she is also a public face of the chapter, representing the network to other organizations and the press. The president schedules and sets agendas for regular board meetings and board retreats, and serves on the Strategic Partnerships committee. Vice President The vice president represents YNPNdc on the YNPN national board (when a seat is available) and reports to the YNPNdc board about YNPN national developments. Internally, he or she is responsible for the professional development of board members, which includes helping board members develop and improve skills they need to serve successfully, and sharing information about sector trends. In addition, the vice president supports the president by facilitating meetings when the president is unavailable. Secretary The secretary facilitates communications among the network leadership, serves as the primary contact point for questions about the network, and ensures the continuity and institutional memory of the organization. This includes keeping minutes of meetings and distributing them to board members; monitoring incoming correspondence and directing it to the appropriate board members; and encouraging use of shared records systems by the network leadership. The secretary also serves on the Communications committee. Treasurer The treasurer is responsible for overseeing the financial health of the organization and is responsible for all financial transactions. This includes collecting board contributions annually; making payments and deposits; monitoring income from fundraisers and accounts; keeping records; and informing the board of the network's financial condition. The treasurer also handles matters related to the network's tax exempt status and serves on the Development & Finance committee.
2007 – 2008 YNPNdc Board
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