United Way's Emerging Leaders is partnering with teacher, mentor and 30-year business leader Doug Braly to present an empowering professional development series designed to prepare Emerging Leaders to be well-rounded business leaders. We invite you to take advantage of this exclusive opportunity to participate in sessions led by some of central Indiana’s most prominent business leaders.

Join us for our fifth event in this exciting series! Don Palmer, chairman of Palmer Automotive Group, will lead the group discussion about success and actively supporting causes in the community. Learn more and register here.

United Way's Leadership United program mid-year retreat is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center, 6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis.

Contact Christa Thacker  or call 317.921.274 for more information.

Learn more about Leadership United here.

Join us for our first Lunch and Learn of 2013, featuring Allison Melangton.

Register here, or contact Amber Ewing for more details.

3rd Annual Morgan County's got talent!

Grace Church, 4172 E. Allison Rd., Camby Doors open at 6 p.m.
Show starts at 6:30
Tickets: $10 in advance or $12 at the door
Cash or check only. Children 6 and under free.

Advance tickets can be purchased at United Way’s Morgan County office (109 E. Morgan Street, Martinsville) or at any Morgan County HomeBanksb location. All proceeds benefit United Way’s work in Morgan County.

Youth as Resources Grant Workshop
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
4 - 5:30 p.m.

United Way of Central Indiana
3901 N. Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46208

Youth groups and adult leaders interested in developing volunteer community service projects must attend one of the two offered workshops.

The guidelines and procedures for applying for Youth as Resources funds will be explained, in addition to suggestions on developing fundable proposals. Your attendance is mandatory to be eligible to apply for funding.

Register here.

Contact Annie Smith at 920.2565 for more information.

Volunteer Management - 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. each day. Must attend both days (February 20 AND 21).

Are you new to volunteer administration/coordination? Or are you looking for a refresher? This course is for those who are new to the field of volunteer services or for those who are experienced but would like to get back to basics. Join us as we explore topics such as:
 •components of an internal volunteer program
 •recruitment and marketing
 •volunteer roles
 •skills-based volunteerism
 •evaluation of a volunteer program
  
Presenters: Alan Witchey, Director, Volunteer Center, United Way of Central Indiana, and Becky Fox, Manager of Corp

Register here.

Youth as Resources Grant Workshop
Thursday, February 21, 2013
6 - 7:30 p.m.

United Way of Central Indiana
3901 N. Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46208

Youth groups and adult leaders interested in developing volunteer community service projects must attend one of the two offered workshops.

The guidelines and procedures for applying for Youth as Resources funds will be explained, in addition to suggestions on developing fundable proposals. Your attendance is mandatory to be eligible to apply for funding.

Register here.

Contact Annie Smith at 920.2565 for more information.

Join us at Punch Burger (137 E. Ohio St.), February 21, from 3 - 9 p.m for a terrific burger and a chance to support the community. They are generously donating 50% of all sales to United Way of Central Indiana. Read the great write-up in Indianapolis Monthly and then mark your calendar for a late lunch!

Visit Oscar® Experience to learn more and to purchase tickets.

United Way's Leadership Ignited program and the Central Indiana Corporate Volunteer Council proudly present the third annual Leadership & Volunteerism Summit at the Barnes & Thornburg auditorium.

Contact Christa Thacker, 317.921.1274 for more information.

Branding, Positioning and Messaging Your Nonprofit - 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

If your nonprofit seems to be a "well-kept secret," attend this workshop. You will learn how to more effectively engage with patrons and donors by understanding how your brand is perceived, uncovering what is unique about your organization, and learning to craft and share your brand story. If you want to understand what branding is all about and how important it is to your organization, join us for this practical and interactive workshop.
 
Presenters: Todd and Tammy Rimer, Element212

Register here.

Professional Advancement Series lunch, featuring Allison Melangton

In this session, Allison Melangton, president of Indiana Sports Corporation, will focus on her experience as president and CEO of the 2012 Super Bowl Host Committee, how Indianapolis is working to engage young leaders and what her future at the Sports Corp. entails.

Contact Katie Hammer for details or register below.

Grantwriting for Beginners - 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. each day. Must attend both days (March 26 AND 27).

Start at the beginning with this two-part training! Bring your grant proposal ideas and your questions. Please bring lots of resource information about your organization and business cards. Learn how to:

• use SAVI data to build your case
• write a case statement
• research funding sources
• develop a budget
• manage the grant project
• include a realistic project management and evaluation component

Presenter: Kim Donahue, Director, Nonprofit Training Center, United Way of Central Indiana

Register here.

2013 Annual Meeting

Indiana Roof Ballroom (140 W. Washington St.)
Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; Program begins at 12 p.m.

For more information, contact Jody Pope at 317.920.3460.

Volunteer Management: Beyond the Basics - 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Must attend both days (April 9 AND 10).

This advanced workshop will provide practical ways to enhance your volunteer program inside your agency and develop strong connections to the outside community. Participants will learn:

 •how to become better volunteer managers by being better people managers
 •how to develop executive level and full organizational support
 •how to develop ideas for giving your volunteers opportunities for growth within your organization
 •innovative ways to engage businesses, develop targeted recruitment plans and discover the benefits of collective recruitment in your community 
 
Presenters: Alan Witchey, Director, Volunteer Center, United Way of Central Indiana, and Becky Fox, Manager of Corporate Volunteerism

Register here.

For more information on the United Way Worldwide Staff Leaders Conference, click here.

For more information on the United Way Worldwide Staff Leaders Conference, click here.

Explore Indiana’s science, culture and hospitality at a world-class museum for our Host City event, held Thursday, April 18th at 6:30pm.

Whether this is your first visit to the 19th state or you’re back home again in Indiana, we’re excited to show you Hoosier hospitality at its best! Once the sessions end for the day, take the quick walk from the convention center to enjoy light appetizers and a host bar while relaxing to some great home-grown jazz.

Click here to check out the venue.

April 18, 2013
6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Indiana State Museum
650 W. Washington Street
Indianapolis , IN 46204

It's a 3 minute walk from the convention center and there is easy parking ($3) for those who want to drive there.

For more information on the United Way Worldwide Conference, click here.

If you have any questions, pleast contact Jody Pope at Jody.Pope@uwci.org or 317.920.3460

Thank you to our  reception sponsors:

BKD, LLP
RJE business interiors
Johnson Grossnickle and Associates

For more information on the United Way Worldwide Staff Leaders Conference, click here.

Best Practices in Board Development - 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Staff and board members need to know the best practices for sustaining a strong nonprofit governing board. We will provide tools and techniques that will help your nonprofit board to be productive, active and full of vitality.

Learn what it means to:

• balance the responsibilities of the board and the staff
• use best practices for new member orientation and nonprofit board oversight
• tailor an agenda to provide for maximum effectiveness

Presenter: Kim Donahue, Director United Way of Central Indiana Nonprofit Training Center

Register here.

Women United Lunch and Learn - Our featured speaker will be newly appointed CEO for United Way of Central Indiana, Ann Murtlow.

Contact Amber Ewing for details or call 921.1375.

The Role of the Board President - 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Being a board president requires leadership, diplomacy and meeting management skills. If you are a board president or moving into a leadership position on a nonprofit board, this workshop can provide tools and techniques for:

•understanding group dynamics
•handling conflict
•managing an agenda and conducting effective meetings

This is a workshop for board members ONLY.
 
Presenter: Kim Donahue, Director, Nonprofit Training Center, United Way of Central Indiana

Register here.

United Way presents A Key Club Evening at Indiana Repertory Theatre

An appreciation event for our leadership supporters.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream
By William Shakespeare

Mistaken identities, love charms and magical encounters all run amok in Shakespeare’s classic comedy set in an Athenian forest inhabited by sprites, fairies and a group of amorous couples who change partners at the drop of a spell. This exuberant tale of young lovers in the woods for a night of mischief is sure to please anyone who remembers the magic of true romance. What fools these mortals be!

 This event is open to all key club and emerging leader members while tickets last. 

Due to the popularity of this performance, we are now sold out and taking names to be placed on the waiting list. If interested in adding your name, contact Chris Dunn at 921.1342 or chris.dunn@uwci.org. THANKS!

Sponsored by:

Practical Tips for Improving Your Cash Flow 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Back by popular demand! This workshop is for nonprofit staff and board members. Cash flow is explained in practical terms. This workshop will help nonprofit staff, board finance committees and treasurers create a 12-month cash flow and profit plan. Every board member can benefit from this class. You will learn to forecast:
 
 • cash requirements
 • timing of cash needs
 • possible need for financing
 • feasibility of bank or other institution loan for the business
 • availability of excess funds for short-term investment or long-term asset building
 • fraud prevention
 
Presenter: Barbara Bitzer, CPA, Principal, Simons Bitzer & Associates

Reigister here.

In this session, David Johnson, president and CEO of the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership and president of BioCrossroads, will share insight on his work developing long-term economic development strategies to improve Indiana's economic future. A long-time community volunteer, David will also talk about his experiences in helping to originate BioCrossroads, as well as his service as a board member and volunteer for numerous community organizations.
 
Cost: $10, includes lunch

Register here.

Contact Amber Ewing for details or call 921.1375.

Tocqueville Society First Wednesday Luncheon

For more information, please contact Renée Molner at 921.1373.

Location: Marian, Inc.

Time: 8 - 11:30 a.m. (breakfast served)

For more information, contact Katie Hackney at 317.921.1384.

Read. Tutor. Mentor.
It will take you places!

If you like reading aloud and want to add your voice to hundreds of reading champions throughout Central Indiana, join us at one of five Central Indiana locations, June 6. That's when United Way of Central Indiana will kickoff its second annual event to recruit volunteers who will read to, tutor or mentor children in the coming school year.

United Way is staging a choral reading of Dr. Seuss's beloved book, "Oh the Places You'll Go!" to generate awareness and support for its Read. Tutor. Mentor. challenge. This year, the goal is to recruit 500 volunteers to boost every child's success in school and in life. 

Click on the links below to register for the location of your choosing and we will see you on June 6!

Awards celebration details:

Date: Saturday, July 20
Time: 9 - 11 a.m.
Location: Indiana Convention Center 500 Ballroom

Contact Christa Thacker for more information or go here.

Contact Amber Ewing for details or call 921.1375.

Tocqueville Society First Wednesday Luncheon

For more information, please contact Renée Molner at 921.1373.

Tocqueville Society First Wednesday Luncheon

For more information, please contact Renée Molner at 921.1373.

The BIG Kickoff

Join us on Monument Circle as we kickoff the 2013 United Way of Central Indiana community campaign and celebrate the beginning of the Indianapolis Colts season.

Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: Southside of Monument Circle

Questions? Contact Jody Pope at 317.920.3460.

Contact Katie Hammer for details or call 921.1357.

Tocqueville Society First Wednesday Luncheon

For more information, please contact Renée Molner at 921.1373.

Contact Amber Ewing for details or call 921.1375.

Tocqueville Society First Wednesday Luncheon

For more information, please contact Renée Molner at 921.1373.

Contact Katie Hammer for details or call 921.1357.

Tocqueville Society First Wednesday Luncheon

For more information, please contact Renée Molner at 921.1373.