The Nonprofit Partnership (NPP) is taking the show on the road - to Corry! 

We’re excited to bring our resources, connections, and nonprofit know-how even closer to you. Join us for Mission: Possible - Free Tools for a Successful Nonprofit on September 11 from 9a-10:30a at the Corry Higher Education Council, and connect with fellow nonprofit leaders, doers, and dreamers right in your own backyard.

This is a chance to: ✅ Learn something new ✅ Ask your burning questions and solve problems with your peers ✅ Get plugged into the NPP community! ✅ Enjoy some in-person time with folks who get what it’s like to run a nonprofit

Whether you're a current member or just curious about what NPP can offer, we’d love to see you there. Remember - if you are an employee or on a Board of Directors of a nonprofit member, you're a member too!

Register today through the NPP – Free to members and just $10 for non-members: https://thenonprofitpartnership.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F19984 

Planning a trip to a Spanish-speaking area?  Want to hold a conversation with your Spanish-speaking friends? This fast-paced, beginner-friendly course is designed specifically for adult learners who want to gain practical Spanish skills for travel and conversation. Whether you’re heading to Latin America, Florida, or your favorite Mexican restaurant, this course will help you communicate with simple phrases in real-world situations. No previous experience necessary.

This class will be held on Mondays starting September 15 through November 3, 2025, from 5:30p-7p at the Corry Higher Education Council. The cost to register for the 8-week course is $100. Register by calling the Hi-Ed at 814-664-9405 or visiting the website www.corryhied.org.

*For ages 14+. Minors will need to be accompanied by an adult for all classes.

This introductory course is designed for individuals who are new to Microsoft Word or want to strengthen their foundational skills. Participants will learn how to create, edit, and format professional-looking documents with ease. Key topics include:

-Navigating the Word interface and ribbon

-Creating and saving documents

-Formatting text and paragraphs (fonts, alignment, spacing)

-Using bullet points, numbering, and indentation

-Inserting images, tables, and simple graphics

-Setting margins, line spacing, and page layout options

-Proofing tools like spell check and word count

-Printing and sharing documents

By the end of the class, participants will be comfortable using Microsoft Word to produce letters, resumes, flyers, and other basic documents with confidence

This two-part class will be held on Tuesday, September 16 and Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 4p-7p at the Corry Higher Education Council. The cost to register is $45. To register for the class, please visit the Corry Hi-Ed website at www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405. 

Presented by the Autism Society of Northwestern PA, Executive Director Tish Barlett offers an informative and insightful training session. This is an intermediate training for those who have a basic understanding of Autism and are ready to deepen their knowledge. This session builds on the principles introduced in Autism 101, diving further into communication differences, emotional regulation, sensory strategies, and behavior support techniques. Ideal for parents, educators, and professionals looking to create more supportive environments, Autism 102 provides a space to ask questions, share experiences, and access community resources that enhance long-term support across the lifespan. Join us to increase your knowledge, understanding, and ability to make a positive difference in the lives of those with Autism.

The free training will be held on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, from 6p-7:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. To register, please visit www.corryhied.org or call 814.664.9405. 

Owner/Manager Training is offered and required by the PA Liquor Control Board as part of the Responsible Alcohol Management Program (RAMP), which focuses on those individuals most responsible for determining daily operations and policies of the licensed establishment — the owner and manager.  Complete training requirements and licensing information can be found on lcb.pa.gov. This local training session will be offered on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, from 8:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Corry Higher Education Council. All sessions are free and require registration on the PLCB website at https://www.lcb.pa.gov 

Tired of your new hires not lasting 30 days? Do employees leave for lunch and never come back? Have you tried to offer incentives or hiring bonuses to no avail? Have you ever wondered why some manufacturers have such high turnover, yet there are a few who tend to keep employees’ long term?

Is it possible that it’s not about the employee? Perhaps your company does not have a culture that is welcoming and provides an atmosphere where people want to stay.

Creating an environment that is welcoming, fun, productive, and provides a path for growth and development helps to attract and retain your workforce. It also directly impacts your bottom line by way of increased productivity and reduced costs on that ever-revolving door of new hires. There is a reason some companies do not struggle with turnover like others do and it’s not always about the paycheck!

Learning Targets:

-How to Assess your current practices – what’s working - what’s not

-Why a structured onboarding program versus a ‘throw them to the wolves’ mentality is important

-Best practices to develop a program that will work for your team

-Key components to start transforming your process and improving your retention rates

At the end of this session, you will have started to create an action plan to develop a positive experience for new hires on their first day and help you create a culture where people want to stay.

The workshop will be held on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, from 9a – 3p at the Corry Hi-Ed. The cost to register is $299 through the NWIRC website: https://nwirc.org/events/onboarding-best-practices-corry/ 

Certified instructor Melissa Turben will lead an upcoming training for CPR & First Aid certification through the Emergency Care & Safety Institute.  Topics to be covered will include causes of heart attacks and strokes with necessary First Aid, diabetic emergencies, seizures, and heat/cold emergencies. AED and community Hands-Only CPR training will be provided, with mouth-to-mouth CPR to be discussed. Training and certifications meet job-related requirements as defined by regulatory authorities such as OSHA, The Joint Commission, and state offices of EMS, Education, Transportation, and Health. CPR & First Aid Certification Training will be held on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, from 4p-8p at the Corry High School Career & Technology Center.  The cost is $50. A CPR/First Aid pocket field guide will be included in the cost of the class.  Participants must be at least age 15 and be accompanied by an adult if under 18. Seating is limited. Register at www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405.

The Sky's the limit! Research shows that many women self-select out ofleadership positions because they don’t feel they have thequalifications or skills to succeed. The MBA’s Womenin Leadership course is specifically designed to address theskills and knowledge that professional women need topossess, whether they currently hold key positions or hope toone day. Plus, all participants will have the opportunity to trytheir new networking skills and discuss questions relating toleadership during our lunchtime roundtable.

Program Focuses on 6 Modules:

◦ Defining leadership

◦ Communication

◦ Negotiation

◦ Conflict

◦ Inspiration and influence

◦ Goal setting and balance

At the End of the Session:

◦ Understand why women’s leadership skillsare valued.

◦ Learn your communication style.

◦ Understand how negotiation plays alarge role in leadership.

◦ Discover strategies to deal with difficultpeople and manage conflict.

◦ Learn how to inspire those you lead andinfluence change.

◦ Construct a personal goal plan to helpfacilitate a more balanced life.

MBA Instructor: Andrea Bierer, Trainer and Consultant

Bierer has over two decades of marketing and communication experience,spanning the full spectrum from nonprofit grant initiatives to comprehensive for-profitcompany marketing. During her career, she has operated as the communicationcoordinator for multiple large community initiatives, served various roles at localuniversities, and thrived as a frequent certified trainer across Pennsylvania on a widevariety of topics. Bierer is a marketing manager for DBC Remodeling & Constructionand has a bachelor’s degree in organizational communication.

This workshop will be held at the Corry Higher Education Council on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 9a-4p. The cost to register is $235 to MBA Members and $350 to nonmembers. To register, please call the MBA at 814-833-3200 or visit the website www.mbaus.org