Center for Effective Nonprofits
The Center for Effective Nonprofits serves nonprofit organizations in west central Illinois, northeast Missouri, and southeast Iowa. However, many CEN services are accessible to any nonprofit organization.
The Center for Effective Nonprofits assists, promotes, represents and strengthens community organizations as we improve the quality of life for those we serve.
CEN's Mission: Helping community organizations do what they do…better.
Services
Monthly Newsletter
Our free monthly e-newsletter contains information that your executive directors, staff, board members, and volunteers will find helpful. (Note: The majority of information pertains to the CEN Service Area.)
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West Central Illinois Philanthropy Center (WCIPC)
The WCIPC consists of online databases and print information relevant to nonprofit organizations. It is located at John Wood Community College's Learning Center and is free and open to the public during regular library hours. Professional Development - CEN sponsors workshops on a variety of topics. View upcoming educational opportunities. Agency assistance - CEN provides one-on-one support for your nonprofit. Contact CEN for more information Strategic planning facilitation - Facilitation services are available for your nonprofit’s Board of Directors to assist in the development of agency strategic plans.
Contact CEN for more information at thecen@jwcc.edu
Professional Development/Brown Bag Lunch/Networking Series
CEN sponsors workshops on a variety of topics. These sessions provide networking opportunities and information with topics of interest for nonprofit staff.
Upcoming educational opportunities
