Nonprofit partnership program

about the nonprofit partnership program

This program is designed to strengthen, develop and serve Solano County nonprofits by improving capacity-building and enhancing visibility. The Foundation will act as convener of forums to gather and disperse information from the diverse voices in the community.

NPP promotes partnerships among community leaders and decision makers, donors, the business sector, and our local nonprofits. Competitive grants will also be available to NPP members, based on contributions to the Program and results of community forums held in the seven cities of Solano County.

Read about NPP in the news:

"Nonprofits Launch Partnership Effort," Vallejo Times Herald. Click here.

"Solano Nonprofits Banding Together," Vacaville Reporter. Click here.

Nonprofit Partnership Program Focus for 2010

One way NPP demonstrates its commitment to the community is by acting as a convener of forums to gather and disperse information from the diverse voices that comprise our cities. NPP will focus on Fairfield and Suisun City in 2010.

NPP is already in the process of making a difference in Vallejo. To read about the Community Conversation - Vallejo, or to download the Request for Proposals, click here.

Applications will be accepted beginning January 4, 2010 and must be received on or before 5 p.m. on Wednesday, February 24, 2010. No exceptions.

Announcing list of 2010 workshops:

For a list of 2010 NPP workshops, click here.

Information on the 2010 workshop schedule can be found below.

Become a Member

Membership is open to all qualified nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, faith-based organizations, and neighborhood associations. We also offer membership to businesses and corporations, government entities, and individual leaders as community partners and advisors. Minimum membership is $25 per calendar year. Larger amounts are certainly welcome to help support NPP activities and grants.

To join this growing partnership:

Download the Nonprofit Partnership Program Brochure and mail with check to: Solano Community Foundation, 1261 Travis Blvd., Suite 320, Fairfield, CA 94533, or
Join online by clicking here, or
Call the Foundation with credit card information at 707.399.3846.

To view our current list of partners, click here.

membership benefits

Belong to a network of peers
Increase capacity-building and visibility
Participate in program activities offered at no or low cost throughout the year
Receive networking opportunities through membership directory
Access to a philanthropy library and database
Access to a full schedule of year-round educational seminars and workshops

Education and Training

A cornerstone of Solano Community Foundation's Nonprofit Partnership Program is an array of workshops and trainings offered only to members. These three-hour sessions feature a variety of experts who share their expertise on topics critical to the success of nonprofits, including management, communication skills, lobbying, access to media, and leadership.

Nonprofit Partnership Program Workshop series for 2010:

January 11: "How to Set up a Nonprofit and What are the Next Steps," presented by PJ Davis
January 20: "Connecting with the Media, Part I," Breakfast Mixer and Workshop, featuring a panel of guests
February 8: "Grantseeking Basics," presented by Connie Harris
February 22: "Connecting with the Media, Part II," presented by Andrea E. Garcia
March 8: "Hands-On Writing of 'Letter of Inquiry' for Grants," presented by Stephanie Wolf
March 22: "Board Roles and Responsibilities," presented by Tony Love and Stephanie Wolf
April 5: "Proposal Writing: The Project Description," presented by Celeste Smeland
April 21: "What Funders Want and How to Give it to Them, Part I," Breakfast Mixer featuring a panel of guest speakers
May 3: "Proposal Writing: The Statement of Need," presented by Celeste Smeland
May 17: "What Funders Want and How to Give it to Them, Part II," presented Stephanie Wolf
June 7: "Proposal Writing: Creating a Project Budget," presented by Connie Harris
June 21: "Running a Nonprofit Like a Business," presented by PJ Davis
July 21: "Develop and Maintain Volunteers," Breakfast Mixer and Workshop featuring a panel of guest speakers
August 16: "Program Reporting and Evaluation," presented by Lori Allio
September 13: New Media for Nonprofits," presented by Shawn Miller
October 20: "Demystifying Nonprofit Finances, Part I," Breakfast Mixer and Workshop, featuring a panel of guest speakers
November 8: "Demystifying Nonprofit Finances, Part II," presented by Connie Harris
December 6: "Leading for Effectiveness," presented by Rochelle Sherlock

For a printable version of the 2010 NPP workshops, click here.

*We reserve the right to limit the number of attendees from any single nonprofit organization at Nonprofit Partnership Program events, based on seat availability.

Membership in the Nonprofit Partnership Program helps to financially support the programs and services offered by Solano Community Foundation throughout the year. If you would like to promote philanthropy and support your local community, please donate to the Nonprofit Partnership Program Fund by clicking here.