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CAFO2023 Full Conference Download
CAFO2023 Full Conference Download
UNHURRIED: LIVING WITH THE LONG VIEWThe fruit of our labor often feels so small and incomplete, even as fresh needs rise before us every day. A deep sense of urgency can dominate us daily. Jesus faced all that we face and more, yet he never ever seemed hurried. He lived always with the long view … Read more
See all resource detailsBetter Together: Network Assessment
Better Together: Network Assessment
Our goals in this survey is to capture the progress made toward supporting family and community based care, engaging Christians to action in serving vulnerable children and families, and promoting evidence-based approaches and practices when serving children and families. In addition, we hope to understand the network’s effectiveness to achieve these things, as well as … Read more
See all resource detailsA Journey Together
A Journey Together
CAFO would like to invite you and your staff into an experience that has been very meaningful for our team this year. Through 2022, we engaged in what we called the CAFO “Spiritual Formation Calendar.” Every month, we explored together a different spiritual formation practice — from solitude and Sabbath to gratitude, pruning, and generosity. Each … Read more
See all resource detailsStaff Development and Management
Staff Development and Management
Most nonprofits understand the importance of building a diverse, qualified nonprofit staff; however, for a number of reasons, organizations often encounter staffing challenges and high turnover rates. This course explores how an organization can attract and retain quality employees and provides practical tools and guidance on helping staff members thrive in their roles.
See all resource detailsDeveloping Social Work Capacity in Low-Resource Environments
Developing Social Work Capacity in Low-Resource Environments
This webinar explores the role of para professionals in the social service workforce. How can your organization optimize the various backgrounds and talents of the employees and volunteers to effectively serve the children and families in your care?
Monitoring + Evaluation
Monitoring + Evaluation
Monitoring and Evaluation is a process that helps improve performance and achieve results. Its goal is to improve current and future management of outputs, outcomes, and impact. Employing monitoring and evaluation practices ensures adequate progress toward an organization’s intended outcomes. In this eCourse, you will learn how to learn from and adapt your program plans, … Read more
See all resource detailsFiscal Accountability
Fiscal Accountability
The most important governance role of a nonprofit’s board of directors is a fiduciary duty to ensure that the money the organization raises is spent wisely and ethically on programs directly related to the organization’s mission. When people donate money to a charity, they want to be assured that it is being invested responsibly. Furthermore, … Read more
See all resource detailsSoul Health for Leaders in Anxious Times
Soul Health for Leaders in Anxious Times
In a March 2021 Virtual Collaborate DISCUSS session, over 50 global leaders from 30 nations brainstormed about strategies for nourishing the soul health of champions in their networks. This publication is the summary of those discussions.
Monitoreo y Evaluación
Monitoreo y Evaluación
Este módulo de capacitación es parte del programa Estándares Globales para el Éxito en el Cuidado de Niños Huérfanos y Vulnerables. Está dirigido a apoyarr a las ONG que atienden a niños y familias vulnerables a medida que se desarrollan y se involucran en colaboraciones con agencias gubernamentales, otras ONG, iglesias y otras partes interesadas, pero los principios pueden … Read more
See all resource detailsFeeding and Forming the Soul on a Journey Together
Feeding and Forming the Soul on a Journey Together
The essence of ministry is a pouring out from ourselves. To continue in effective ministry, leaders need rhythms of receiving so our wells do not run dry. While we offer many things to others in this field (best practices, resources, training, services, etc.), the most important is the presence of Jesus. It is this presence … Read more
Case Management
Case Management
Case Management is a trusting, collaborative relationship between a professional and a client or family utilizing support services. It is focused on supporting children and families in achieving their goals, and guides the delivery of social service support. In this eCourse, you will learn about the foundations of good case management as well as the … Read more
See all resource detailsBoard Governance
Board Governance
One of the most important factors in the health and sustainability of a nonprofit organization is how well its Board of Directors governs. This eCourse is designed to help every member of your organization become more knowledgeable on the fundamentals of nonprofit governance and board work.
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