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Nonprofit Law: Keeping your Organization in Good Standing
Created by Native Action Network in partnership with The Washington State Office of the Secretary of State
Narration: Alaina Capoeman
Music: Raven Clan
Photo: Hall Visuals
Script: Nancy Bacon
Production: Meps Schulte

Nonprofit Finance: Reading Key Financial Statements
Created by Native Action Network in partnership with The Washington State Office of the Secretary of State
Narration: Alaina Capoeman
Music: Raven Clan
Photo: Hall Visuals
Script: Nancy Bacon
Production: Meps Schulte

Nonprofit Compliance in Washington State
Created by Native Action Network in partnership with The Washington State Office of the Secretary of State
Narration: Alaina Capoeman
Music: Raven Clan
Photo: Hall Visuals
Script: Nancy Bacon
Production: Meps Schulte

Understanding Fiscal Sponsorship
Created by Native Action Network in partnership with The Washington State Office of the Secretary of State
Narration: Liz Rideau
Music: Raven Clan
Script: Nancy Bacon
Production: Meps Schulte

Generosity & Gratitude: Essentials for Fundraising
Speaker: Katie Howard
Recorded: May 4, 2023
Fundraising is about relationships—and this session shows you how to center generosity and gratitude in every interaction. Whether you’re new to fundraising or need a boost, you’ll leave with tools to build confidence and inspire support.
You’ll learn how to:
design a fundraising plan that fits your goals
tell your organization’s story with heart and clarity
bring gratitude to life in meaningful ways

Nonprofit Boards: Know the Job/Responsibilities
Speakers: Nancy Bacon
Recorded: January 12, 2023
Effective boards bring energy to their work. They make sound decisions, stay connected to their mission, and know how to adapt and lead. This session explores how to build and sustain a powerful board that truly makes a difference.
We explore:
the role and responsibilities of a board member
how to identify and recruit great board candidates
how to structure meetings and committees for progress
what board members need to know to stay compliant with the law

Nonprofit Law
Speakers: Nancy Bacon & Jacob Ferrari (attorney)
Recorded: April 13, 2023
While you focus on mission, you also need to make sure your organization stays on the right side of the law. This session breaks down the key legal responsibilities every nonprofit should understand, including rules specific to Tribal-based organizations.
We explore:
state law: incorporation, bylaws, taxes, registration, and employee rules
federal law: IRS filing, politics & lobbying, donations, donor restrictions
what Native/Tribal-based nonprofits need to know

Nonprofit Finance
Speakers: Nancy Bacon & Toni Clifford (finance expert)
Recorded: February 9, 2023
Money is the fuel that drives your mission forward. This session introduces the financial tools every nonprofit needs to track, manage, and oversee resources wisely.
We cover:
how to read financial statements (Balance Sheet & Income Statement)
managing cash flow
creating and using budgets
using data to make better decisions
understanding financial oversight

Nonprofit Grant Writing
Speaker: Katie Howard (fundraising expert)
Recorded: March 2, 2023
Raising friends and funds to fuel your nonprofit can feel daunting—but it doesn’t have to be! This webinar helps you master the essential skills needed to build strong relationships and raise money for your mission.
You’ll gain confidence, tools, and strategies to:
design a fundraising plan that fits your organization’s age, budget, and goals
learn the three crucial elements of storytelling
develop and practice telling your story
put gratitude into action

Nonprofit Boards
Speakers: Nancy Bacon & Melanie Montgomery (Quinault Nation)
Recorded: January 12, 2023
Effective boards bring energy to their work. They make sound decisions, stay connected to their mission, and know how to adapt and lead. This session explores how to build and sustain a powerful board that truly makes a difference.
We explore:
the role and responsibilities of a board member
how to identify and recruit great board candidates
how to structure meetings and committees for progress
what board members need to know to stay compliant with the law

Nonprofit Boards: The Role of a Board
Speakers: Nancy Bacon & Melanie Montgomery (Quinault Nation)
Recorded: January 12, 2023
Effective boards bring energy to their work. They make sound decisions, stay connected to their mission, and know how to adapt and lead. This session explores how to build and sustain a powerful board that truly makes a difference.
We explore:
the role and responsibilities of a board member
how to identify and recruit great board candidates
how to structure meetings and committees for progress
what board members need to know to stay compliant with the law

Nonprofit Boards: Build an Effective Board
Speakers: Nancy Bacon & Melanie Montgomery (Quinault Nation)
Recorded: January 12, 2023
Effective boards bring energy to their work. They make sound decisions, stay connected to their mission, and know how to adapt and lead. This session explores how to build and sustain a powerful board that truly makes a difference.
We explore:
the role and responsibilities of a board member
how to identify and recruit great board candidates
how to structure meetings and committees for progress
what board members need to know to stay compliant with the law