| The NpDP was created in September 2003 to develop a support system, based upon national and regional models, to provide educational programs, information resources, and networking opportunities to improve the effectiveness of nonprofit organizations in northwest Montana.
2010 - Celebrating the Partnership
NpDP celebrated five years of programming: the first public offering in 2005 was "Why Your Brain Likes Nonprofits." Our first fundraising letter raised over $4,000 from those who have seen the value of NpDP over the last five years. Leveraging this support from our partners, NpDP established a partnership with the Flathead Community Foundation, and opened an endowment with funds raised through a challenge grant from the Montana Community Foundation.
2009 - Continuing the Partnership
The annual Montana Nonprofit Conference highlighted the work of the Flathead NpDP and sparked interest in similar efforts in other parts of Montana. A "Basics of Board Service" seminar was introduced, to be held on an annual basis. NpDP's relationship with Flathead Valley Community College was codified in a memorandum of understanding with the Department of Continuing Education and the FVCC Foundation.
2008 - Building the Nonprofit Community
After developing our internal infrastructure and community linkages for the first few years of our work, NpDP reached a level of programming and internal capacity in 2008 that deepened our impact on, and integration with, the nonprofit community in the Flathead. We maximized our connection with various local, state, and national organizations to bring quality programs to the Valley.
2007 - Sustaining the Partnership
Quality programming continued throughout the year, with new trainers and topics. A website was launched with the capability to communicate with our constituents through a bulk e-mail system. A partnership was formed to establish a nonprofit library at the Flathead County Main Library.
2006 – Enhancing the Partnership
Two contracted staff positions were created to ensure consistency of programs. A full year's worth of workshops were offered. Two committees were created to develop communications and programs. Network groups were developed for fundraisers and executive directors.
2005 – Launching the Partnership
NpDP was formally introduced to the nonprofit community. Six workshops were offered. Organizational assessments and consultations were provided to individual nonprofits.
2003-2004 – Forming the Partnership
NpDP was launched as the result of the vision of Lex Blood, Managing Director of the Sustainability Fund, and Kathy Hughes, FVCC Director of Continuing Education. The Steering Committee was formed as a core group for planning and developing the programs of NpDP. An Advisory Committee was recruited to provide broad input from the community. Program research and planning continued.
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