CFA Society of Philadelphia, Full Day, June 6, 2013, See website for details. Sessions include
“Economic & Regulatory Challenges Facing Non-Profits” – Laura Solomon, Esq.
“The Art of Giving” – Gil A. Nusbaum, Esq.
We are inspired by the wonderful missions
and accomplishments of our clients.
Zhang Sah is a child care center, after-school positive youth development program, fitness gym, arts and culture education center, and five martial art schools rolled into one unique series of offerings. The teaching philosophy is student centered and with an emphasis on active learning. Zhang Sah, Korean for “Brave Scholar,” was founded in 1995 with the name Gold Medal Karate.”
When A. and her two children, arrived from the Dominican Republic almost three years ago, a series of unfortunate circumstances led her to seek refuge in shelters. After enrolling in Dignity Housing’s program, she has become fluent in English through Dignity’s assistance, moved on to rental housing, and seen her children succeed in school. She continues to save money and her future goals include going back to school for a teaching degree and owning her own home.
www.dignityhousing.org
Pitch In for Baseball collects new and gently used baseball equipment and distributes the equipment to deserving kids and programs in the U.S. and throughout the world. In just four years of existence, PIFB has shipped or received equipment to/from all 50 States and over 70 countries, including this group of excited kids in Haiti who are now able to play the game they love.
www.pitchinforbaseball.org
As a nurse, Rita recognized her symptoms as multiple sclerosis. In 2000, when her MS progressed and she needed more care, she came to Inglis House – “to live in a good place.” She embodies Inglis’ mission to enable people with disabilities to achieve their goals and live life to the fullest. She is a resident advocate, trains staff about MS and enjoys cooking classes and movies. She is also writing a book about her experiences with MS and long term care. (www.inglis.org)
The Digital Stone Project is a unique high tech stone sculpture studio where the newest digital technology is used to cut and shape the oldest, most abundant, and most varied material on earth. The DSP offers classes, internships, artists residencies, and more.
www.digitalstoneproject.org
The Nonprofit Center at La Salle University is in the business of nonprofits – to strengthen the capacity of nonprofit organizations in the Greater Philadelphia, South Jersey, Northern Delaware region. NCLSU offers workshops and consulting in Leadership Development, Fundraising, Financial Management, Human Resources and more.
www.lasallenonprofitcenter.org
Dedicated to music, education and support for artists, Live Connections offers innovative programs for kids, hosts concerts for the community, and helps artists build their careers.
www.liveconnections.org
Philly Improv Theater embraces the art of improvisation as an end rather than a means. To further this philosophy, PHIT offers a full curriculum of classes for performers of all skill levels taught by local talent and through master classes with distinguished performers and teachers from all over the world.
www.phillyimprovtheater.com
All Riders Up provides people with special needs, a way to exercise, by learning to ride our beautiful horses. Through the experience of riding, then improve balance and coordination, strengthen core muscles, and develop self confidence. The specially trained staff is certified in therapeutic riding instruction.
www.allridersup.org
Camp Choconut was founded in 1896 as one of the first summer camps in the country. It provides a setting for boys where outdoor activities such as camping, backpacking, canoeing, and sports help to instill the values of cooperation, teamwork, responsibility, and friendship. The camp philosophy is to “grow the whole boy.”
www.campchoconut.com
Since 1990, Theatre Ariel has been entertaining audiences by celebrating the laughter and lessons of life and the shared human experience, our plays illuminate the social, cultural and spiritual heritage of the Jewish people.
www.theaterariel.org
One of Becky’s biggest goals was to be able to walk more and use the wheelchair less – Her fear of falling has kept her wheelchair- or house-bound for too long – but with Calvin’s help, she has been able to walk for entire outings, even taking on a huge set of steps. Canine Partners for Life is dedicated to training service dogs, home companion dogs, and residential companion dogs to assist individuals who have a wide range of physical and cognitive disabilities.
www.k94life.org
The Sculpture Foundation, Inc. is a private operating foundation dedicated to providing exhibitions and contemporary landmark public artworks for a broad range of communities including urban centers, small towns, regional parks and cultural institutions.
www.thesculpturefoundation.com
Upcoming Events
Annual Endowment and Foundation Conference
PICPA Not-for-Profit Conference June 10-11, 2013
“Ripped From the Headlines: Law, Ethics, and Practices in Fiduciary Duties”, Presented by Laura Solomon Esq., Tuesday June 11, 2013, 2:55PM, Lancaster Marriott, Lancaster, PA, click on the PICPA website for more information
PBI’s 11th Annual Nonprofit Institute
Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 9:00AM-4:45PM, Sponsored by: Pennsylvania Bar Institute, CLE Conference Center- Wanamaker Building, Philadelphia, PA,
“Financing Options – Core Concepts and Common Choices: Navigating Tax-Exempt Financing” – Laura Solomon Esq.
“Starting a PA Charity; Becoming a 501(c)(3) Charity” – Katherine Breslin Esq.
“Planned Giving and the Economy: Successful Planned Giving in and Uncertain Fiscal Climate” – Gil Nusbaum Esq.
2013 Annual Affiliate Leadership Conference – Thriving Globally, Succeeding Locally!
“Giving Guidance: A legal Review of Fundraising Requirements and Regulations for Donations, Sponsorships, and Cause Marketing Relationships”, Laura Solomon Esq. presenting, Tuesday, June 4, 2013, 8:40-10:10AM, Lowes Philadelphia Hotel, Philadelphia, PA, Sponsored by Dress for Success,
2013 Board Prep Program – “Legal and Ethical Responsibility”
Speaker: Laura Solomon Esq., May 7, 2013 6:00PM, Sponsored by Young Involved Philadelphia, University of the Arts, Philadelphia
Business on Board – “Successful Mergers and Collaborations”
Invitation Only – Arts and Business Council of Greater Philadelphia, May 2, 2013, 9:00AM, at WHYY, Laura Solomon Esq. Presenting
Estate Planning Smarts: What Your Clients Need You to Know
The Philadelphia Foundation Spring Breakfast Seminar, Gil Nusbaum Esq. and Laura Solomon Esq. presenting, Tuesday May 14, 2013, 8:00Am – 11:15AM, Philadelphia Marriott West, West Conshohocken, PA, Click Here for more details
“How to Increase Corporate Support Through Sponsorship and Cause Marketing”
The Main Line Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit Roundtable, Laura Solomon Esq. presenting, Friday, April 19, 2013, Registration 7:30 am/Program 8:15-9:30, Wayne, PA, Click here for more details, Sponsored by – Penn Liberty Bank
Mastering Financial Management and Leadership for the Nonprofit Executive Director
Friday, March 15, 2013, 9:00AM – Noon, Laura Solomon Esq, speaking, Sponsored by The Nonprofit Center at LaSalle University’s School of Business and The Connelly Foundation, The event is being hosted at Delaware Valley Grantmakers, 230 S. Broad St., Suite 402, Philadelphia
Fundamentals Workshop: Financial and Legal Issues for Grantmaking Professionals
Laura Solomon, Esq and Kristine Alvarez presenting, March 7, 2013, 8:30AM – 2:00PM, Norristown, PA, Sponsored by Delaware Valley Grantmakers, for more information click here
