The Arctos School of Herbal and Botanical Studies seeks to connect people to the natural world in a holistic and vital way. This December, make an herbal cordial for the holidays, or join us on a medicinal plant walk! To inquire about our 2009 Herbalism & Ecosystems Apprenticeship Program, email us at info(at)arctosschool.org. See you in the forest!

The Arctos School of Herbal and Botanical Studies Workshops & Plant Walks December 2008

Native Plant Walk - with Missy Rohs - Saturday, December 6th, 10am-11:30am

For a flyer to put in your office or for more info, email [email protected] or call 503-250-4475.

Join us for a fun-filled night of finger food, music, and silent auction! Friday December 5th from 6-9pm at Lucky Lab Beer Hall, 1945 NW Quimby in Northwest Portland.

Beer, cocktails, and additional food will be available for purchase. $5 donation at the door optional. Bidding will go on hourly from 6-9pm.

Here’s just a sample of our silent auction items….. •An autographed BLAZERS basketball! •A boat ride on Oswego Lake with appetizers & cocktails •A day with a brewmaster at the RAM International •Columbia sportswear ski jackets •Gourmet food gift basket •Movie tickets, gift certificates, and more!

PORTLAND COMMUNITY MEDIA-JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: ON CALL PRODUCTION STAFF

REPORTS TO: GOVERNMENT AND COMMUNITY PRODUCTIONS MANAGER STATUS: ON-CALL HOURLY HOURLY WAGE: $10 -12 DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE

Mission:

PCM is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote broad participation in civic and cultural life by encouraging effective use and understanding of community media. PCM has proudly served the local metropolitan area for over 25 years, empowering individuals and organizations with the skills and resources to use the cable television system as a means of communication and community development. PCM’s purpose can best be described with three words – Educate, Communicate, Participate.

Description:

The Multnomah Bar Foundation (MBF) is now accepting letters of inquiry for its 2009 Grant Cycle.

The MBF awards grants to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations for projects that are aligned with its mission: To increase the public’s understanding of the legal system; to promote civic education, public participation and respect for the law; and to improve the quality and administration of the legal system.

Letters of inquiry for the 2009 grant cycle must be received by January 14, 2009. The MBF’s guidelines and letter of inquiry instructions can be found at www.mbabar.org/foundation.htm.

Grant professionals from Oregon and SW Washington are currently forming a local chapter of the American Association of Grant Professionals (AAGP).

AAGP (www.grantprofessionals.org) is a nonprofit membership association that builds and supports an international community of grant professionals committed to serving the greater public good by practicing the highest ethical and professional standards.

A chapter formation meeting is being held on Friday, December 5th from Noon to 1:30pm at the Oregon Zoo's Sunset Room. If you are interested in joining this chapter, or would like to learn more, please consider attending this meeting.

Stacking Chairs Needed   We recently moved into a new office space and we need chairs. The stacking type would be best. We are looking for around 20 of them. If you have any to donate or know of someone who does, please contact me.  

Thank you.   Connie Durkee In Defense of Animals 1732 NE Alberta Street Portland, OR 97211 503-249-9996 x3 [email protected]  

The Community Consulting Program (CCP) is an outreach effort sponsored by the Organizational Development Network of Oregon and provides pro-bono consulting services to Portland area public benefit non-profits. CCP is accepting applications through January 17th for our Spring Round of consulting assistance. For more information, client testimonials, and to download the application, go to the ODN Oregon homepage and look for the CCP link: www.ODNoregon.org

Dear friends,

I am trying to find out how to obtain a media list for nonprofit press releases.

Any suggestions would be much appreciated.

Thank you,

Bill Leissner

Aurora Chorus

[email protected]

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Your journey begins with a challenging 5-week training, where you will increase confidence, motivation and hope, while exploring career options, learning effective career development skills, and networking with local professionals.

Upon training completion, you will receive mentoring, college support and access to exclusive internships and other services for 3 years.

We have extensive employer relationships in public service & local government, banking, and professional business that can help to jumpstart your chosen career, no matter what you want to pursue!

Hello Friends, Remember that our next term begins the week of January 5. Course info is at http://www.inpm.pdx.edu/nonprofit-related-courses-winter-2009. Please do email or call me with questions and comments about our nonprofit programs. Happy holidays, Sharon --

Sharon Hasenjaeger Assistant Director Institute for Nonprofit Management Portland State University Tel: (503) 725-8221 Fax: (503) 725-8045 [email protected] www.inpm.pdx.edu for information on INPM’s nonprofit courses and events

BizConnect is a regional pilot project working to connect students with businesses. The program is an effort to provide school counselors and teachers with a central resource to help students meet newly state-mandated graduation requirements, which include that all students must participate in an extended career exploration activity outside of the classroom. BizConnect is charged with developing a regional business data base with information about businesses and industries that students, teachers and school counselors can use to facilitate matches between students and businesses. My job as a BizConnect Coordinator is to make contact with businesses and individuals who would be willing to participate by agreeing to be included into this database.