CEUs available for licensed social workers. Each NICNE course hour is equal to one CEU. For more information please contact Karen Ream at 815-394-4384.
Board Training On Campus and Customized at Your Site
Effective Governance-Nonprofit Board Training is designed for current board members, potential board members and nonprofit executive staff members interested in current information for changing times and effective governance.
Board Governance Brochure
Helping Nonprofits Grow Strong from the Inside Out
Leadership Café
Monthly roundtable discussions on critical and cutting-edge issues in nonprofit leadership and governance.
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Proposal Writing Workshops
This new NICNE program will provide the tools, training and hands-on experience needed to write a successful foundation grant proposal ranging from $6,000 to $15,000. Each participant will develop a complete grant proposal over the course of six sessions. Each session will consist of classroom training and hands-on computer lab time.
Proposal Writing Workshop brochure
Nonprofit Dialogue
Annually, NICNE invites nonprofit organizations to discuss current issues and trends in the various nonprofit sectors and identify changing needs. The Dialogue solicits collaborative opportunities to address issues and emphasize the value of the nonprofit sector in the community. Results of the Dialogue are used in developing and enhancing programs offered by NICNE.
Non-Profit Dialogue brochure
Leadership Exchange On Volunteerism
Join us for cutting edge discussion and an open exchange of information and best practices related to volunteerism. All are welcome to join this self-facilitated group on the first Wednesday of every month from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM. There is no charge for the Exchange, however, NICNE membership is encouraged. RSVP your attendance to Karen Ream at kream@rockford.edu.
Withdrawal and Cancellation for Courses and Programs:- Withdrawal and Cancellation Policy
A full refund less a one percent (1%) cancellation fee will be granted to a registrant who notifies us about his or her cancellation at least five business days prior to the start of the course/program. After this date, no refund will be given unless the Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence cancels the course/program. Registrants may apply the tuition to another course/program offered by the center, if they contact us five days prior to the start of the course/program. Failure to attend a course/program does not entitle a registrant to a refund. Cancellations must be confirmed in writing by registrants.
- Weather-related Class Cancellation
All courses/programs will be held during inclement weather unless Rockford College closes its campus. If the Center cancels a program due to weather, the program will be made up during the same semester or an opportunity will be offered for registrants to make up a program the next time the program is offered by the Center. Failure to attend due to inclement weather does not entitle a registrant to a refund or make-up session.
