5 Point Spring Tune Up Workshops presented by Theatre on the Ridge

The 5 Point Spring Tune Up for Not-For-Profits and Community Organizations
presented by Theatre on the Ridge Port Perry

A workshop series to get your organization ready for the year ahead!
Our 5 dynamic workshops cover the essentials needed by all not-for-profits and community organizations to make the most of their passion, boost their resources and maximize their impact.

The workshops cover fundraising, budgeting, grant writing, governance and human resources in an interactive format, presented by five facilitators, each with years of experience in the not-for-profit sector and recognized as leaders in their respective field of expertise.

Register for a single workshop or for the full series as an individual or through an organization with discounts for multiple attendees.

Make time this spring to get your organization up to speed with all five workshops and see how far you and your organization can go!

Workshop Outlines

Saturday, March 1, 1 – 4 pm

Ready, Set…Fundraise!
with Newton Vanriel

In this workshop, explore the facts and myths of fundraising- what it is and what it isn’t. Successful fundraising draws on key components that can work for a small organization or large charity. By learning more about these components and the foundations that contribute to an effective philanthropic organization, you may see fundraising differently and have the confidence to take on your next fundraising goal.

Saturday, March 22, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

Budgeting – The Nuts & Bolts of Fiscal Success
with Anne Frost/Jerry Smith

Fundraising and grants may help to raise the resources you need to run your organization or business, but once you’ve secured them, can you steward them coherently and well? Where does “earned revenue” fit in the picture? What expenses might you realistically expect to incur, to get the job done?

Please bring whatever you are currently using as a budget structure (we won’t share, unless you are OK with this) to this workshop and come away with nuts and bolts “wise practices” that you can implement right away.”

Saturday, March 22, 1 – 4 pm

Grant Writing For Optimum Performance
with Carey Nicholson

Believe it or not, the best grant writer is you! No one can pitch your vision or story better than you can, but there’s more to a strong grant proposal than passion. No proposal is ever 100% guaranteed, but there are ways to increase your odds of success and access valuable funding for your organization. Dispel the mystique of grant writing in this interactive session that covers both essential “must do’s” and handy tips to put the most into your grant applications.

Saturday, April 12, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

Good Governance – The Gears Of Your Organization
with Jerry Smith/Anne Frost

It’s hard to get out of first gear as an organization, if you don’t understand your By-Laws, your Objects, your books, and you can’t keep your organization on course if there are only sketchy Policies to guide your way. Objects, By-Laws, Policies, and so much more, are the scaffolding that supports your infrastructure, giving you the time your organization needs to create from nothing and realize your mission.

This workshop will also cover why funders care and board meeting basics with a ‘Mock Board Meeting’ a la Alice in Wonderland, so bring your questions about Board Structure, Members rights and responsibilities, Conflict of Interest, Incorporation and By-Laws, Transparency and Accountability, Committees, Audits and Financial Reviews, and get your organization into gear.

Saturday, April 12, 1 – 4 pm

Human Resources – Supporting a Strong Team from Start to Finish
with Allena Godfrey

Human Resources. A big name for an important element of your business or organization. Charitable not-for-profit HR concerns are no different than for profit companies. What is the best recruitment and selection process? How do we properly on-board new staff? How do we manage job performance effectively? Is there room for learning and growing? How do we plan for succession? Who do we choose and why? Compensation and benefits are overwhelming. Bring your questions and let’s find some simple solutions to help you make the most of your staffing needs.

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Registration Terms – registration and payment must be completed at least 48 hours prior to the workshop.

*Please note, we reserve the right to cancel any workshop, due to insufficient numbers, at registration cut-off date.

Registration Fees

$35 Individual/single workshop
$50 Organization (includes up to 2 attendees)/single workshop
$20 Additional organization attendees/single workshop

$150 Individual/full series of 5 workshops
$200 Organization (includes up to 2 attendees)/full series of 5 workshops
$20 Additional organization attendees/full series of 5 workshops

Registration and Payment links below.

Location

Scugog Arts Space in Port Perry, or Port Perry Anglican Church of the Ascension – specific location for each workshop TBD closer to date.

About Our Facilitators

Anne Frost

Anne is Program Co-Ordinator, Arts Administration – Cultural Management

Allena Godfrey

Allena Godfrey has spent her entire career in the charitable, not-for-profit sector and all but three years in the arts. Her background in Human Resources Management has led her to consult in the arts sector where organizations are looking to streamline their policies and maintain good employment practices.

Carey Nicholson

Carey is a co-founder and the current Artistic Director/General Manager for Theatre on the Ridge. She has been involved with arts management for over 30 years and in her 12 years with Theatre on the Ridge has been responsible for the company receiving over $1,000,000 in public funding.

Jerry Smith

Jerry is the General Manager for First Stage Consulting and active in the not for profit, arts, culture and heritage sector: strategic planning, governance, resource development and community engagement. He is a past Senior Associate with Young Associates and a former Director of the Arts Administration Training Program at Humber College.

Newton Vanriel

Newton is the Corporate Engagement Manager at WoodGreen Community Services, with over 30 years experience in fundraising and community leadership. He has been a public motivational speaker and volunteer in the Black community for 4 decades and is the accomplished author of two acclaimed children’s books – Soulsistasbook.ca.

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Recurring Event: Yes

Start: 03/01/2025 / End: 04/12/2025
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