BRC Bulletin

Volume 5, Issue 15, August 16, 2006

OPGD Nonprofit Initiative, WDCEP Annual Meeting, How to Start a Nonprofit Series, Green Redevelopment, Upcoming Business Classes

1. Deadline Extended for OPGD's Strengthening Partners Initiative
2. Washington, DC Economic Partnership Announces Annual Meeting and Development Showcase
3. e-BIC and SEU Center for Entrepreneurship Schedule New "How to Start a Nonprofit" Series
4. CNHED Opens Green Building Competition to Substantial Redevelopment Projects
5. Upcoming Classes on the BRC Website

1. Deadline Extended for OPGD's Strengthening Partners Initiative

The DC Office of Partnerships and Grants Development (OPGD) will accept applications for its 2006-2007 Strengthening Partners Initiative (SPI) training program through Friday, August 18, 2006.

SPI is a free training opportunity for emerging nonprofit and faith-based organizations. The one-year program is designed to help nonprofit professionals move their organizations to the next level of operations and service delivery.

According to a recent national study of nonprofit executive leaders–Daring to Lead 2006–executive directors are concerned with organizational sustainability and are seeking new skills and strategies through capacity-building training and other professional development. The SPI program provides this much needed and desired professional development. "Through this initiative, OPGD is supporting the Mayor's goal of expanding opportunity for all District residents and strengthening the organizational leadership and management capacity of local nonprofit officials," said OPGD Director Lafayette Barnes

Executive directors (or equivalent positions) from organizations providing direct services to District residents may apply if several conditions are met. The organization must 1) be incorporated in DC; 2) have 501(c)(3) status from the IRS; 3) have an annual budget under $500,000; 4) strive for professional and organizational growth; 5) and have a strong commitment to complete the 12-month program and attendance requirements.

Again, the new deadline for applications is August 18, 2006, at 5 pm. For further information, contact OPGD at (202) 727-8900.

View the 2006-2007 SPI Application.*

2. Washington, DC Economic Partnership Announces Annual Meeting and Development Showcase

On Tuesday, October 17, 2006, the Washington, DC Economic Partnership will hold its Annual Meeting Luncheon and DC Development Showcase at the Washington Convention Center. Last year's event drew nearly 1,000 people to the venue and this year 1,200 people are expected to attend. The WDCEP Annual Meeting is a celebration for the District's economic renaissance and development dynamic. At the luncheon WDCEP will honor the best in the real estate community with an awards ceremony. The Development Showcase, which is the only exhibition to celebrate development throughout the city, will precede the luncheon and awards. This popular showcase will feature approximately 65 exhibitors displaying projects currently under construction, planned and proposed throughout the District of Columbia's eight wards. Projects on display will range from retail to residential and from mixed-use to office.

Another highlight of the Annual Meeting is the release of the Economic Partnership's 2006-2007 Development Activity Guide. Highlighting over 900 development projects in the District, this is a must-have publication for developers and those seeking to learn more about development in the District. The guide is a compendium of the city's $41.1 billion in economic development since 2001 and successfully displays the District's vigorous economic resurgence.

What: Washington, DC Economic Partnership Annual Meeting and Development Showcase
Who: Washington, DC Economic Partnership
When: Tuesday, October 17, 2006, 10 am to 2 pm
Where: Washington Convention Center
801 Mount Vernon Place, NW
Washington, DC 20001

For more information about the Annual Meeting and Development Showcase contact the Washington, DC Economic Partnership at (202) 661-8670 or visit the Annual Meeting page.

3. e-BIC and SEU Center for Entrepreneurship Schedule New "How to Start a Nonprofit" Series

The Enhanced Business Information Center (e-BIC) and Southeastern University's Center for Entrepreneurship have scheduled another series of classes on starting a nonprofit business. The series consists of the following classes:

• How to Start a Nonprofit, September 13, 2006
• Nonprofit Board and Staff Development, October 11, 2006
• Nonprofit Strategic Planning, November 8, 2006
• Nonprofit Fundraising, December 13, 2006

All classes are free. To learn more about these classes, visit the e-BIC calendar.

4. CNHED Opens Green Building Competition to Substantial Redevelopment Projects

Coalition for Nonprofit Housing and Economic Development (CNHED) is opening their Green Building Competition to substantial rehabilitation projects in addition to new construction developments. To be eligible, substantial rehabilitation projects should include replacement of most or all major systems (e.g. HVAC, roof, windows, plumbing, interior finishes, and landscaping). The deadline to submit applications is August 25, 2006. Don't miss this opportunity to receive free technical assistance to help make your project green through the process of integrated design.

Register with CNHED by August 25, 2006, by contacting Maribeth DeLorenzo at (202) 745-0902 or via email.

Visit CNHED.

5. Upcoming Classes on the BRC Website

Monday, August 21, 2006
6 pm How to Get an SBA 7(a) Loan

Tuesday, August 22, 2006
2 pm Starting a Home-Based Business: Learn about tax and licensing requirements for running a home-based business
5 pm Learn How to Repair Your Credit Yourself
6 pm How to Find and Finance Commercial Property: Become familiar with the city's demographics and the 504 Loan Program

Wednesday, August 23, 2006
6 pm Capitalization: Venture Capital and Selling Ownership

Tuesday, August 29, 2006
5 pm Learn How to Repair Your Credit Yourself

Wednesday, August 30, 2006
6 pm Office of Consumer Protection Neighborhood Workshop: DCRA educates and empowers DC residents in the fight against fraud

Monday, September 4, 2006
6 pm 14th and U Main Street Alliance Monday Mixer: Monthly gathering of business owners, residents and community leaders

Tuesday, September 5, 2006
10 am Starting a Business in DC
1 pm Licensing and Tax Office Hours for Businesses
5 pm Learn How to Repair Your Credit Yourself
6 pm Office of Consumer Protection Neighborhood Workshop: DCRA educates and empowers DC residents in the fight against fraud

Thursday, September 7, 2006
9 am How to Start a Business, Course covers recordkeeping, accounting, marketing and more
1 pm How to Write a Business Plan: Learn how to convert your ideas
1 pm LSDBE Application Process Office Hours
4 pm QuickBooks for the Beginner

Tuesday, September 12, 2006
3 pm OCP/Howard University Small Business Development Center Contracting Workshop for LSDBEs
5 pm Learn How to Repair Your Credit Yourself
6 pm Understanding and Building Business Credit

Wednesday, September 13, 2006
6 pm How to Start a Nonprofit

Thursday, September 14, 2006
9 am Recordkeeping and Accounting l: Course targets non-accountants.

Friday, September 15, 2006
9 am Selling to the Federal Government

To find out more about these classes, visit the BRC.

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