A deep dive into the Form 990How can you gain a clearer picture of how charities and foundations operate behind the scenes? The IRS Form 990 is a publicly available tool packed with insights that can help you make smarter, more informed decisions â about personal charit......More
A deep dive into the Form 990How can you gain a clearer picture of how charities and foundations operate behind the scenes? The IRS Form 990 is a publicly available tool packed with insights that can help you make smarter, more informed decisions â about personal charitable giving, grantmaking strategies, partnerships, and more. In these two interactive courses, youâll discover how to navigate and analyze this essential document: The Beginnerâs Guide to Reading the Form 990đď¸ March 25, 2026Get a practical introduction to IRS Form 990. Weâll break down its structure, walk through its key components, and build your confidence in understanding what the form reveals about an organizationâs financial health and mission alignment. An Intermediate Guide to Reading the Form 990đď¸ April 15, 2026Apply your new skills by diving into real Forms 990 â both solo and in groups. Youâll critically assess whatâs happening within organizations, uncovering patterns and questions to ask while strengthening your analytical lens.Whether youâre a grantmaker, nonprofit practitioner, donor, board member, community advocate, or simply curious, this series equips you with the tools to explore organizations more thoughtfully and thoroughly. Register individually for either course or register for both together and receive a discounted rate. Taking these courses together will maximize your opportunities to learn and practice skills, get your questions answered, and build your confidence. Two-Course Series: $375Individual Course Price: $195 Buy Tickets on EventbriteRegisterFormat: VirtualDeadline to register for The Beginnerâs Guide to Reading the Form 990: Friday, March 20Deadline to register for An Intermediate Guide to Reading the Form 990: Friday, April 10 Please Note: It is essential to the success of these programs that participants attend the full two-hour sessions, as well as participate in polls, breakout sessions, and discussions (either verbally or via chat). The use of artificial intelligence (AI) of any kind is prohibited. The program will NOT be recorded. Course InstructorsJulie Couturier, CPA, is the director of operations for the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy at Grand Valley State University. Julie is responsible for all financial reporting, budgeting, and financial analysis for the Johnson Center. In addition to her work for the Johnson Center, Julie is a business and accounting adjunct instructor for Grand Rapids Community College. Learn more about Julie. Maritza GuzmĂĄn, M.P.A., is a philanthropy consultant with experience across large national foundations, corporate philanthropy, government agencies, and the nonprofit sector. Throughout her career, she has worked at a range of organizations, including TCC Group, NEO Philanthropy, the I Have a Dream Foundation, the F.B. Heron Foundation, the Freddie Mac Foundation, and the DeWitt Wallace Readerâs Digest Fund. Reflecting her passionate belief in opportunity for all, Maritza has focused on advancing equity and social justice through her work. As the first member of her family to attend college, Maritza began her career in philanthropy working on issues of educational access. Who should attend these courses?The Beginnerâs Guide to Reading the Form 990: This session is open to anyone looking for a basic overview of IRS Form 990, and will be especially helpful to those working in the nonprofit and grantmaking fields. An Intermediate Guide to Reading the Form 990: This session is for grantmakers looking for a deeper, more comprehensive understanding of IRS Form 990. It is ideal for practitioners who have already taken Financial Analysis for Grantmakers offering or intend to do so concurrently to this course. Cancellation & Refund PolicyThis course may be subject to cancellation if it does not reach the minimum number of registrants. In the event of a cancellation, you will be notified at least two weeks before the course start date and will be offered a full refund or the option to transfer your registration to another Johnson Center course. Refund requests for any other reason must be made at least two weeks prior to the start of the course. Questions about this event or your registration?Call 616-331-7585 or email [email protected].
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