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PhilanthroFair – May 2012

Friday, April 27th, 2012

It’s time again for PhilanthroFair hosted by LEAD. Come out to Loring Pasta Bar to meet nonprofits that are looking for motivated, passionate volunteers.

All nonprofits have skill-based volunteer opportunities/board of director/advisory board openings. This is a great way to learn about community needs and how to get involved, while meeting other like-minded young professionals.

Meet with representatives from:

  • Alzheimer’s Association Young Champions
  • Center for Girl’s Leadership
  • Free Arts of Minnesota
  • Friends of St. Jude
  • Guild Incorporated
  • ICOP
  • Minds Matter
  • People Serving People
  • Project SUCCESS
  • United Way Emerging Leaders
  • YWCA of Minneapolis
  • World Without Genocide

Event Details:
Thursday, May 17th
Loring Pasta Bar
327 14th Avenue SE, Minneapolis, 55414
Parking Information

Board Boot Camp
5:30 – 6:00 p.m.
First time joining a board of directors? Looking to freshen up your skills? Attend Board Boot Camp and learn all the tips and tricks for succeeding on a nonprofit board of directors.
Cost: $15 and your first drink is on us!
RSVP here – limited number of tickets available

PhilanthroFair
6:00 p.m.
Meet and network with great local nonprofits looking for volunteers and board members
Cost: FREE
RSVP here – space is limited!

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Volunteer Opportunity – Minds Matter

Thursday, April 26th, 2012


Minds Matter is a not-for-profit mentoring organization whose mission is to transform the lives of accomplished high school students from low-income families by broadening their dreams and preparing them for college success. By working with our mentors and attending top-tier summer programs, Minds Matter students gain academic and social enrichment, while strengthening their college applications. Minds Matter makes a difference – 100% of our graduates have been accepted into four-year colleges.

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PhilanthroFair

Tuesday, April 12th, 2011

Join us for our next PhilanthroFair at the Graves 601 Hotel to meet with nonprofits who are looking for motivated, talented young professionals.

All participating organizations are in need of board members and skill-based volunteers. This event is a great way to learn more about the amazing work done by area nonprofits, discover ways to get involved and network with other young professionals.

Meet representatives from:

  • Alzheimer’s Association
  • Animal Humane Society
  • Citizen’s League
  • CommonBond Communities
  • Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America
  • Girls on the Run
  • Guild Incorporated
  • Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare
  • The LEAD Project
  • Opportunity International
  • PACER Center
  • Playworks
  • Project Healthy Smile
  • Rebuilding Together
  • ResourceWest
  • Rock Star Supply Company
  • World Without Genocide
  • YWCA of Minneapolis

PhilanthroFair
Thursday, May 12
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Graves 601 Hotel

Register for PhilanthroFair

Note: You do not need to print out confirmations for PhilanthroFair. Please bring a picture ID to the event for check-in.

If you’re interested in learning more about what it takes to be a successful board member, consider attending the 60-minute Board Boot Camp prior to PhilanthroFair. The PhilanthroFair Board Boot Camp is great for anyone who is curious about becoming a board member and wants to know the right questions to ask nonprofits at LEAD’s PhilanthroFair. In this in-depth training, participants will learn:

  • Board member roles and responsibilities
  • Skills that translate well to serving on a board
  • Common pitfalls that can come to boards
  • What young professionals can gain from board service

PhilanthroFair Board Boot Camp
Thursday, May 12
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Cost: $20

Register for Board Boot Camp

Note: You do not need to print out confirmations for Board Boot Camp. Please bring a picture ID to the event for check-in.

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