7:30 - 8:30

Exhibitor Set Up

7:30 - 8:30

Conference registration

8:30 - 9:00

Conference Opening

9:00 - 10:30

Speaker: Ellen Green, Director of Fund Development, Camp Health, Hope and Happiness

Topic: Strategies for Effective Grant Proposals

Summary :  General Course Description:  Learn how to prepare a Letter of Intent and cover letter, develop a professional and compelling grant proposal and submit a concise, effective on-line grant application.  This course will provide you with valuable information about various types of grant proposals, projects and funders, along with approaches you can use to make a persuasive case for support for your organization and your project.  A comprehensive 75-page manual is provided to all participants.  

Ellen will be available at the Foundation Booth for the duration of the conference

10:30 - 11:00

Refreshment break sponsored by Lethbridge Lifelong Learning Association.

11:00 - Noon

Exhibitor networking opportunities and mini-presentations

11:45 - 12;30

Lunch, Stroll, Network and Food Sponsored by Blue Cross

12:30 - 1:30

Speaker: Stu Reid, Vice-President KCI

Topic: Philanthropic Trends

Summary: Being a true leader should extend outside the boundaries of a company to include an industry. Mr. Reid is a sought-after speaker at national and international conferences and has played a key role in advancing the development profession by acting as a coach and advisor to executives and non-profit organizations, and establishing innovative vehicles for private and philanthropic support.

1:30 - 2:00

Exhibitor networking opportunities and mini-presentations

presentation 1: exhibitor presentation will be scheduled

presentation 2: exhibitor presentation will be scheduled

presentation 3: exhibitor presentation will be scheduled

2:00 - 2:15

Refreshment break

2:15 - 3:00

Speaker: Debra Ramage, Executive Director, Chinook Hospital Foundation

Topic: Using a Professional Fund Raiser

Summary: The fundraising profession goes beyond simply raising money. "It's about philanthropy - the act of giving and receiving. There's nothing more rewarding than putting a donation to use to enhance the quality of life of those in our care."

3:00 - 3:45

Speaker: Cheryl Humphrey, Volunteer Alberta

Topic: Integrated Human Resources

Summary: This session focuses on a strategically planned approach to what needs to be accomplished in organizations and involving people.   With the changing demographic trends in the voluntary sector and an understanding of the challenges that organizations face, the need to look at an IHR approach is critical for voluntary sector organizations.  This workshop will look at strategies you can employ to ensure you utilize the skills and talents that people (paid and unpaid) can bring to your organization.

3:45 - 5:00

Exhibitor networking opportunities and mini-presentations

presentation 1: exhibitor presentation will be scheduled

presentation 2: exhibitor presentation will be scheduled

presentation 3: exhibitor presentation will be scheduled

Evening

Casual networking - no formal program

8:00 - 9:00

Exhibitor hall open

9:00 - 10:00

Speaker: Brian Shea, Chief Development Officer, Alberta Cancer Foundation

Topic: Talking to Donors & Clients about the Social Capital Concept

Summary : Almost every person has a deferred tax liability that must eventually be paid to the government.  There is a way in which people can be more proactive in how their tax dollars are used.  This session will deal with several ways in which individuals can self-direct all or a portion of their "social capital" through philanthropy.

This presentation will be of special interest to financial planners, lawyers and accountants as well as all charities.  All professional advisors are invited to this presentation as guests of the foundation (please contact the office to register).

10:00 - 10:30

Exhibitor networking opportunities and mini-presentations

presentation 1: exhibitor presentation will be scheduled

presentation 2: exhibitor presentation will be scheduled

presentation 3: exhibitor presentation will be scheduled

10:30 - 11:00

Refreshment break

11:00 - Noon

Speaker: Ellen Green, Director of Fund Development, Camp Health, Hope and Happiness

Topic: No More Chocolate Coated Almonds - Organizing Successful Fundraisers

Summary : "No More Chocolate Covered Almonds"  explores many aspects of organizing a successful fundraiser from the ground up and serves to remind people that newly launched funders are an investment, one that often doesn't make money for the first three years.  Pitfalls, pratfalls and practicalities of successful special event fundraising.  Learn from the mistakes of others!

12:00 - 12:30

Lunch - Stroll, Network and Food

1:00 - 2:00

Speaker: Mike Grogan, Project Manager of HR Initiatives, CCVO

Topic: The Workforce Strategy for Alberta's Non-profit and Voluntary Sector

Summary: The Workforce Strategy for Alberta's Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector was developed by stakeholders from the nonprofit & voluntary sector, in collaboration with the Government of Alberta, in response to the immediate and long-term labour force needs of the sector. The strategy will be used to frame discussion within the sector and to provide direction for action, enhance existing initiatives, coordinate activities and avoid duplication of efforts. This session will provide an overview of the content of the Workforce Strategy and an update on actions that have been undertaken to fulfill the strategies.

2:00 - 2:30

Refreshment break sponsored

2:30 - 3:00

Exhibitor networking opportunities and mini-presentations

presentation 1: exhibitor presentation will be scheduled

presentation 2: exhibitor presentation will be scheduled

presentation 3: exhibitor presentation will be scheduled

3:00

Conference concludes