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Effective Nonprofit Fundraising and Grant Writing
with Bob Reich
Effective Nonprofit Fundraising and Grant Writing
Whether you are asking for organizational contributions, selling school fundraising items, putting on an event, or other requests, is asking for and bringing in funds to support your organization or program a challenge? You are not alone. You don’t have to apologize when asking for support and contributions for your organization. In this course you will learn techniques to bring in funds and resources for your project or organization. This workshop is valuable for staff, Boards, volunteers, and anyone who is involved with raising funds for your nonprofit organization.
Note: instructor will email the Zoom link to all participants prior to the start of class.
Date: November 3, 10, 17, 2025
Schedule: 3-Mondays
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Location: Virtual Via Zoom
Facilitator: Bob Reich
Fee: $110
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Soft Skills Series - From Stuck to Unstoppable: Discover the mindset that moves you forward
with Mark Putnam
Soft Skills Series - From Stuck to Unstoppable: Discover the mindset that moves you forward
Are limiting beliefs and negative thought patterns holding you back? From Stuck to Unstoppable is a transformative course designed to help you break free from mental barriers and unlock the power of a growth mindset. Whether you're facing personal roadblocks, professional stagnation, or just want to maximize your potential, this course will equip you with proven tools, strategies, and mindsets to help you thrive. Get ready to reframe your thinking, rediscover your confidence, and open new doors of opportunity in your life.
Date(s): Session 1 (Morning) - November 04, 2025 - November 18, 2025
Session 2 (Evening) - November 06, 2025 - November 20, 2025
Schedule: 3 - Tuesdays or 3 - Thursdays (depending on session)
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm or 5:00pm-7:00pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center
Facilitator: Mark Putnam
Fee: $90
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Leading with Purpose
with Stephen Campbell
Leading with Purpose
Leadership can often feel like a tricky juggling act, and then someone throws a running chainsaw into the mix! While hundreds of books have been written on the subject, wouldn’t it be great to dialogue and connect with other leaders as you explore some basic fundamental principles of great leadership?! This course is designed to accomplish that goal through dynamic facilitation and interactive conversation. Topics include:
- Being a Culture Creator - Withness! Intentionally creating a culture that communicates “we are in this together!” • Making Our Team Safe - Making Our Team Open - Making Our Team Harmonize
- Clarity is Your Best Friend Being committed to making communication, expectations and feedback as clear as possible • Roles and Expectations - Good Feedback - Control Centers
- The Twin Muscles of Discipline & Courage Working together to create team movement and sustain momentum • Digging in Together - Failure is Not Fatal - Expect and Welcome Conflict
- Navigating Healthy Conflict Managing conflict so it’s productive and not destructive • Assume Good Intent - Owning Your Own - Finding Collective Forward
- The Power of Empowerment Encouraging and releasing others to live into the full potential of their own power. • Acknowledging Power - Room to Roam - Collaborative Creativity
- Renewal is the Glue Discovering and engaging in practices that make the pouring out process sustainable. • Recognizing Uniqueness - Healthy Patterns - Modeling Good Self-care
Date(s): Session 1 - September 18, 2025 - October 23, 2025 (6 weeks)
Session 2 - November 7, 2025 and November 14, 2025 (2 weeks)
Schedule: Session 1 - 6 - Thursdays
Session 2 - 2 - Fridays
Time: Session 1 - 9:00am –10:30am
Session 2 - 8:00am-12:30pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center
Facilitator: Stephen Campbell
Fee: $195
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Engaging and Retaining Talented Employees
with Karl Burch
Engaging and Retaining Talented Employees
When people are empowered and excited about their work, their productivity, morale, and, ultimately the business performance increase significantly. As a leader, you can increase employee engagement and encourage people to stay with the organization by addressing these three areas that get to the heart of what really matters to them and that drive their job satisfaction: meaningful work, positive environment, and individual value. The following topics will be addressed in an interactive, participative, and constructive workshop environment:
- The difference engagement makes
- Engagement and Retention Drivers
- Everyday Engagers
- Individual Value
- Engagement Conversations
- Retention Skill Builders
- Engagement Missteps
- Engagement Success
- The Retention Conversation
Date(s): Session 1 - September 10, 2025
Session 2 - October 01, 2025
Session 3 - November 12, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Wednesday
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center
Facilitator: Karl Burch
Fee: $95
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Siskiyou EDC - Launching Cottage Food Businesses
with SBDC
Siskiyou EDC - Launching Cottage Food Businesses
This two-part course is structured to support entrepreneurs in Siskiyou County who want to learn how to start and grow a cottage food business.
Session 1:
- What are cottage foods and what are permissible in Siskiyou County and how are they defined
- Permitting and licensing
- Labeling requirements and Packaging
Session 2:
- Define products, brand, and vision
- Identifying target audience
- Online marketing and branding
- Industry trends and benchmarks
- Go-to market strategies
Note: The local SBDC has partnered with Shasta College to bring a series of professional development courses. These courses are beneficial to anyone with a small business or those looking to start a small business. Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration, and grants with the California Office of the Small Business Advocate. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA or the California Office of the Small Business Advocate. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 72 hours in advance of this event; please send an email with the subject header ACCOMMODATION REQUEST to Shasta-Cascade SBDC, Alexander@siskiyoucounty.org, (530)222-8323
Date(s): Session 1 - Wednesday November 05, 2025
Session 2 - Wednesday November 12, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Wednesday ($30 per class session)
Time: 6:00pm- 8:00pm
Location: COS - Weed Campus with Hybrid Format Enabled
Facilitator: Quintin Gaddy
Fee: $30.00 (per class session)
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OSHA 10
with Korey Conry
OSHA 10
This course provides students with knowledge of workplace safety and health standards as shown by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Over 10 hours of instruction, students will learn to identify and mitigate common hazards, including electrical, chemical, and ergonomic risks, and know the rights and responsibilities of employees and employers. Those entering the workforce in different industries, this course emphasizes safety awareness and incident prevention.
Upon completion, students will receive an OSHA 10-Hour General Industry This OSHA 10-Hour General Industry course provides students with essential workplace safety and health knowledge, focusing on hazard identification, prevention, and OSHA regulations. The course is designed for individuals working in general industry settings such as manufacturing, healthcare, warehousing, and retail. Throughout the course, students will explore key topics, including an introduction to OSHA, workers' rights, employer responsibilities, walking and working surfaces, electrical safety, hazard communication, personal protective equipment (PPE), machine guarding, and emergency action plans. Instruction will be delivered through interactive lectures, case studies, and real-world scenarios to reinforce hazard recognition and safe work practices. Students will receive an OSHA 10-Hour General Industry completion card, demonstrating their understanding of workplace safety principles. This credential enhances employability and ensures compliance with safety standards in various industries.
Date: November 14, 2025 & November 15, 2025
Schedule: Friday and Saturday
Time: 8:00am- 1:00pm
Location: 11555 Old Oregon Trl. Redding, CA 96003 Room 1102
Facilitator: Korey Conry
Fee: $125 (Regular fee $250.00. Reduced pricing brought to you by Strong Workforce Program funding)
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Certified Flagger Training Course
with Korey Conry
Certified Flagger Training Course
Learn how to be a safe and effective flagger with ATSSA’s certified flagger training courses. Understand why proper flagger operations are important and learn the standard skillset of a good flagger. Apply and identify standard work zone flagger control references and learn standard flagger practices for various situations. Certification is good for 4 years.
Date(s): Session 1 - October 17, 2025
Session 2 - November 21, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Friday
Time: 8:00am- 12:00pm
Location: 11555 Old Oregon Trl. Redding, CA 96003 Room 1101
Facilitator: Korey Conry
Fee: $75 (Regular fee $150.00. Reduced pricing brought to you by Strong Workforce Program funding)
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American Heart CPR, First Aid, AED
with Korey Conry
American Heart CPR, First Aid, AED
CPR, First Aid, and AED is important to a community because it helps outfit individuals with life-saving skills that can be used in emergency situations, often used before professional medical help arrives. Immediate intervention, such as performing CPR or using an AED during a cardiac arrest, can increase the chances of survival and hopefully recovery. These skills give a community member a way to act confidently during accidents, injuries, or sudden health crises, having a safer and more resilient environment.
Two Year Certification Included
Date: Session 1 - October 17, 2025
Session 2 - November 21, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Friday
Time: 1:00pm- 5:00pm
Location: 11555 Old Oregon Trl. Redding, CA 96003 Room 1101
Facilitator: Korey Conry
Fee: $75 (Regular price $150.00. Reduced pricing brought to you by Strong Workforce Program funding)
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