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Celebrate NPC’s 10th Anniversary August 25th & Vote on the NPC Founding Board

This Friday, August 25th, NonProfit Commons in Second Life is celebrating our 10th Anniversary! Join us for a fun Silver Theme with parties starting at 8:30 AM SLT and another at 5 PM SLT! Find out more about NPC’s history at http://nonprofitcommons.org/content/about-nonprofit-commons

Also, please VOTE for the Nonprofit Commons in Second Life Founding Board by Thursday, August 24, 2017 at 4PM SLT PT. Details and vote here – https://goo.gl/forms/dUNoOf80W1LdUncQ2

 
Join us in Second Life! 
 
Nonprofit Commons Weekly Meeting

Friday, August 25h, 8:30 AM PT / SLT

Plush Nonprofit Commons Amphitheater

SLurl: http://bit.ly/NPCinSL



AGENDA (all times below PT / SLT)

▪ 8:30 am Introductions & Updates

▪ 8:45 am Mentor’s Central – a History of the Nonprofit Commons community

▪ 9:00 am Featured Discussion – NPC Show and Tell, Stories, and Recognition

▪ 9:30 am Meet and greet at CommonGround Plaza in the Nonprofit Commons Aloft region for NPC Networking dance event.
 
And, a second NPC Celebration time later in the day at 5 PM SLT in the Nonprofit Commons Aloft region.
 
The mission of the Nonprofit Commons in Second Life is to create a community for nonprofits to explore and learn about virtual worlds, foster connections, and discover the many ways in which nonprofits might utilize the unique environment of Second Life to achieve their missions.
 
 

The Nonprofit Commons in Second Life is now peer governed and funded! If you would like to help support NPC, you can donate via PayPal to donate@nonprofitcommons.com or send a donation in world to the avatar: NonprofitCommons Actor
 

 

 

Written by: Rhiannon Chatnoir

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Community Jam & Voting for August 18th Nonprofit Commons Meeting

This Friday, August 18th, NonProfit Commons in Second Life will feature a community-focused jam session to cover our Nonprofit Commons governance, nominate and vote on our NPC Founding Board, and share your future goals!
 
Also mark your calendar for our 10th Anniversary Celebration on August 25!
 
Join us in Second Life! 
 
Nonprofit Commons Weekly Meeting 
Friday, August 18th, 8:30 AM PT / SLT
Plush Nonprofit Commons Amphitheater 
http://bit.ly/NPCinSL
 
AGENDA (all times below PT) 
8:30 am Introductions & Updates
8:45 am Featured Discussion – Community Jam
9:45 am Community Open Mic & Announcements
 
The mission of the Nonprofit Commons in Second Life is to create a community for nonprofits to explore and learn about virtual worlds, foster connections, and discover the many ways in which nonprofits might utilize the unique environment of Second Life to achieve their missions.
 
http://nonprofitcommons.org
 
The Nonprofit Commons in Second Life is now peer governed and funded! If you would like to help support NPC, you can donate via PayPal to donate@nonprofitcommons.com or send a donation in world to the avatar: NonprofitCommons Actor

Written by: Rhiannon Chatnoir

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Exploring Sansar for the August 11th Nonprofit Commons Meeting

Join us Friday, August 11th for the Nonprofit Commons in Second Life meeting, which will feature Bjorn Laurin (Bjorn Linden in SL) who will present on Linden Lab’s latest virtual world platform Sansar. Last week Sansar officially went into Open Beta and now anyone can sign up for an account, customize an avatar, explore, and create experiences to share with others.
 

Bjorn Laurin is VP of Product at Linden Lab and oversees the development of Second Life and Sansar, the new social VR platform that has recently opened its creator beta to the public. Bjorn will share a brief introductory overview of what Sansar is and will take questions from Nonprofit Commons members.
 
 

Join us in Second Life!

 

Nonprofit Commons Weekly Meeting 

Friday, August 11th, 8:30 AM PT / SLT

Plush Nonprofit Commons Amphitheater 

SLurl:  http://bit.ly/NPCinSL

 

AGENDA (all times below PT) 

▪ 8:30 am Introductions & Updates

▪ 8:45 am Mentors Central 

▪ 9:00 am Featured Discussion – Exploring Sansar 

▪ 9:45 am Community Open Mic & Announcements

 

The mission of the Nonprofit Commons in Second Life is to create a community for nonprofits to explore and learn about virtual worlds, foster connections, and discover the many ways in which nonprofits might utilize the unique environment of Second Life to achieve their missions. 

 

http://nonprofitcommons.org

 

The Nonprofit Commons in Second Life is now peer governed and funded! If you would like to help support NPC, you can donate via PayPal to donate@nonprofitcommons.com or send a donation in world to the avatar: NonprofitCommons Actor 

Written by: Rhiannon Chatnoir

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Open Forum for August 4th Nonprofit Commons Meeting

Join us Friday, August 4th for the NonProfit Commons in Second Life meeting, which will feature an open forum and is a chance to chat on recent events l conferences, and updates on what other NPC community members are working on. It will also be an opportunity to ask any burning tech, social media, or community questions you might have. 

 

Join us in Second Life!

 

Nonprofit Commons Weekly Meeting 

Friday, August 4th, 8:30 AM PT / SLT

Plush Nonprofit Commons Amphitheater 

http://bit.ly/NPCinSL

 

AGENDA (all times below PT) 

▪ 8:30 am Introductions & Updates

▪ 8:45 am Mentors Central 

▪ 9:00 am Featured Discussion – Open Forum 

▪ 9:45 am Community Open Mic & Announcements

 

The mission of the Nonprofit Commons in Second Life is to create a community for nonprofits to explore and learn about virtual worlds, foster connections, and discover the many ways in which nonprofits might utilize the unique environment of Second Life to achieve their missions. 

 

http://nonprofitcommons.org

The Nonprofit Commons in Second Life is now peer governed and funded! If you would like to help support NPC, you can donate via paypal to donate@nonprofitcommons.com or send a donation in world to the avatar: NonprofitCommons Actor 

Written by: Rhiannon Chatnoir

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Burn2 Festival of Art & Community for July 28th Nonprofit Commons Meeting

Join us Friday, July 28th for the NonProfit Commons in Second Life meeting, which will feature organizers from BURN2 who will share info on the art festival, upcoming events, and the culture and community principles.

 

BURN2 is an extension of the Burning Man festival and community into the world of Second Life. It is an officially sanctioned Burning Man Regional, the only virtual world Regional out of more than 100 Regional groups worldwide, and is the only Regional to burn the Man! http://burn2.org 

 

Join us in Second Life!

 

Nonprofit Commons Weekly Meeting 

Friday, July 28th, 8:30 AM PT / SLT

Plush Nonprofit Commons Amphitheater 

http://bit.ly/NPCinSL

 

AGENDA (all times below PT) 

▪ 8:30 am Introductions & Updates

▪ 8:45 am Mentors Central 

▪ 9:00 am Featured Discussion – BURN2  

▪ 9:45 am Community Open Mic & Announcements

 

The mission of the Nonprofit Commons in Second Life is to create a community for nonprofits to explore and learn about virtual worlds, foster connections, and discover the many ways in which nonprofits might utilize the unique environment of Second Life to achieve their missions. 

 

http://nonprofitcommons.org

The Nonprofit Commons in Second Life is now peer governed and funded! If you would like to help support NPC, you can donate via paypal to donate@nonprofitcommons.com or send a donation in world to the avatar: NonprofitCommons Actor 

Written by: Rhiannon Chatnoir

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Grant Seeking Tips & Tools for July 21st Nonprofit Commons Meeting

Join us Friday, July 21st for the Nonprofit Commons in Second Life meeting, which will feature a discussion on useful tools and best tips on nonprofits seeking grant funding. Come explore and share grant seeking resources. 

 

Join us in Second Life!

 

Nonprofit Commons Weekly Meeting 

Friday, July 21st, 8:30 AM PT / SLT

Plush Nonprofit Commons Amphitheater 

http://bit.ly/NPCinSL

 

AGENDA (all times below PT) 

▪ 8:30 am Introductions & Updates

▪ 8:45 am Mentors Central 

▪ 9:00 am Featured Discussion – Grant Seeking Tips & Tools 

▪ 9:45 am Community Open Mic & Announcements

 

The mission of the Nonprofit Commons in Second Life is to create a community for nonprofits to explore and learn about virtual worlds, foster connections, and discover the many ways in which nonprofits might utilize the unique environment of Second Life to achieve their missions. 

 

http://nonprofitcommons.org

The Nonprofit Commons in Second Life is now peer governed and funded! If you would like to help support NPC, you can donate via PayPal to donate@nonprofitcommons.com or send a donation in world to the avatar: NonprofitCommons Actor 

Written by: Rhiannon Chatnoir

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Open Forum for July 14th Nonprofit Commons Meeting

Join us Friday, July 14th for the NonProfit Commons in Second Life meeting, which will feature an open forum and is a chance to chat on recent events l conferences, and updates on what other NPC community members are working on. It will also be an opportunity to ask any burning tech, social media, or community questions you might have. 

 

Join us in Second Life!

 

Nonprofit Commons Weekly Meeting 

Friday, July 14th, 8:30 AM PT / SLT

Plush Nonprofit Commons Amphitheater 

http://bit.ly/NPCinSL

 

AGENDA (all times below PT) 

▪ 8:30 am Introductions & Updates

▪ 8:45 am Mentors Central 

▪ 9:00 am Featured Discussion – Open Forum 

▪ 9:45 am Community Open Mic & Announcements

 

The mission of the Nonprofit Commons in Second Life is to create a community for nonprofits to explore and learn about virtual worlds, foster connections, and discover the many ways in which nonprofits might utilize the unique environment of Second Life to achieve their missions. 

 

http://nonprofitcommons.org

The Nonprofit Commons in Second Life is now peer governed and funded! If you would like to help support NPC, you can donate via paypal to donate@nonprofitcommons.com or send a donation in world to the avatar: NonprofitCommons Actor 

Written by: Rhiannon Chatnoir

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METAVERSE Libraries Virtual World Database for July 7th Nonprofit Commons Meeting

Join us Friday, July 7th for the NonProfit Commons in Second Life meeting, which will feature Dr. Valerie Hill (Valibrarian in Second Life) and members of the CVL – Community Virtual Library. Learn about how virtual world communities can be viewed as “resources” and shared in an online database.  Come learn how to share YOUR favorite virtual world communities and immersive learning spaces.
 
The Community Virtual Library has been the main HUB for libraries and librarians in Second Life for a decade. Now, CVL is expanding to other worlds with the goal of connecting virtual communities as “resources” to share with learners along with landmarks to immersive learning environments. CVL is partnering with New Media Arts, Inc and will soon migrate to a new website. The current website with a calendar of events can be found at http://www.infoisland.org/. 
 
Join us in Second Life!
 
Nonprofit Commons Weekly Meeting 
Friday, July 7h, 8:30 AM PT / SLT
Plush Nonprofit Commons Amphitheater 
http://bit.ly/NPCinSL
 
AGENDA (all times below PT) 
▪ 8:30 am Introductions & Updates
▪ 8:45 am Mentors Central 
▪ 9:00 am Featured Discussion – Valerie Hill, CVL
▪ 9:45 am Community Open Mic & Announcements
 
The mission of the Nonprofit Commons in Second Life is to create a community for nonprofits to explore and learn about virtual worlds, foster connections, and discover the many ways in which nonprofits might utilize the unique environment of Second Life to achieve their missions. 
 
http://nonprofitcommons.org
 

Written by: Rhiannon Chatnoir

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Open Forum for the June 30th Nonprofit Commons Meeting

This Friday, June 30th, NonProfit Commons in Second Life will feature an open forum and is a chance to chat on recent events l conferences, and updates on what other NPC community members are working on. It will also be an opportunity to ask any burning tech or community questions you might have. 

Join us in Second Life!

 

Nonprofit Commons Weekly Meeting 

Friday, June 30th, 8:30 AM PT / SLT

Plush Nonprofit Commons Amphitheater 

http://bit.ly/NPCinSL

 

AGENDA (all times below PT) 

  • 8:30 am Introductions & Updates
  • 8:45 am Mentors Central 
  • 9:00 am Featured Discussion – Open Forum
  • 9:50 am Community Open Mic & Announcements

 

The mission of the Nonprofit Commons in Second Life is to create a community for nonprofits to explore and learn about virtual worlds, foster connections, and discover the many ways in which nonprofits might utilize the unique environment of Second Life to achieve their missions. 

 

http://nonprofitcommons.org

 

Written by: Rhiannon Chatnoir

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Kevin Feenan of Rockcliffe University Consortium for June 23 Nonprofit Commons Meeting

Join us Friday, June 23rd for the Nonprofit Commons in Second Life meeting, which will feature Kevin Feenan (Phelan Corrimal in Second Life) who will present on the upcoming Erudition Conference being held in Sacramento October 13-14, 2017.
 
Kevin Feenan is the President and founder of Rockcliffe University Consortium, an online non-profit organization supporting the advancement of service and education in 3d virtual environments by providing public education to help individuals and organizations overcoming the learning curve associated with virtual collaborative workspaces. Follow Rockcliffe’s Chronicler to get all the latest news and event information at http://ruc.today or check out their website at http://urockcliffe.com. 
 
Rockcliffe maintains open access educational resources in both Second Life and Avacon Grid 
 
Join us in Second Life!
 
Nonprofit Commons Weekly Meeting 
Friday, June 23th, 8:30 AM PT / SLT
Plush Nonprofit Commons Amphitheater 
 
AGENDA (all times below PT) 
▪ 8:30 am Introductions & Updates
▪ 8:45 am Mentors Central 
▪ 9:00 am Featured Discussion – Kevin Feenan (Phelan Corrimal)
▪ 9:45 am Community Open Mic & Announcements
 
The mission of the Nonprofit Commons in Second Life is to create a community for nonprofits to explore and learn about virtual worlds, foster connections, and discover the many ways in which nonprofits might utilize the unique environment of Second Life to achieve their missions.

Written by: Rhiannon Chatnoir