Nonprofit Capacity Building

Empowering Nonprofits and Strengthening City Workforce Capacities: MONS's Vision for Capacity Building

MONS is on a mission to enhance the capabilities of nonprofits and the City's contracting workforce. Our comprehensive approach aims to address challenges, improve accessibility, and bridge gaps in capacity-building programs.

Background:

Recognizing the importance of nonprofit capacity, MONS acknowledges the need for accessible training programs, especially in understanding the City's procurement process. Small organizations face difficulties, and our goal is to strengthen their infrastructure and enhance the capacities of the City's contracting workforce.

Our Tasks:

Develop Training for Nonprofits:

• Collaborate with the Mayor's Office of Contract Services (MOCS) to create a comprehensive training curriculum for nonprofits, focusing on the City's administrative processes.
• Provide accessible onboarding guides for new nonprofit staff to handle critical functions.

Link Organizations to Services and Build a Resource Hub:

• Maintain a City-run website as a centralized resource hub for all capacity-building programs, connecting nonprofits with available resources.
• Actively support nonprofits in connecting with resources.

Develop Capacity Building for Smaller, Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC)-led Organizations:

• Tailor programs for smaller, BIPOC-led organizations, emphasizing City-focused procurement, fiscal and operational functions, and encouraging formalization and contracting with the City.

Create Professional Development and Training for City Contracting Staff:

• Collaborate with MOCS to develop professional development opportunities for City contracting staff, building a talent pipeline for leadership positions and enhancing existing leaders' skills in procurement reform efforts.

At MONS, we are dedicated to creating an informed, empowered, and collaborative landscape for nonprofits and the City's contracting workforce. Stay updated on our progress and the positive impact we aim to achieve.

Nonprofit Resource Hub - Coming Soon

Get ready for an enriching experience as MONS introduces a curated collection of valuable resources on capacity-building support. Our Resource Hub will feature a comprehensive "Getting Started" guide, showcasing free or low-cost resources for small nonprofits, including contact information and essential insights about organizations offering capacity-building support.

Stay tuned for upcoming training opportunities, news, and resource links.

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