Member-only resources

Online/Digital Resources


Information for Action
Participating in our Information for Action micro-surveys inform our advocacy and programs. In the past, we've asked members to tell us about your pandemic-era experiences with foundations and government funders, about your financial health, and on your experiences of red tape in Ontario government processes. Our pledge: we only ask for information we have time to analyse, use, and report back to you. Coming in April 2024, a brief survey about our membership program, including the role of membership in a dynamic network and fee structures.

Member Moments
Submit a story to our Member Moments blog series to re-introduce yourself to the network, share a lesson learned, or amplify a new campaign. Learn more.
Website Support 
View a list of Frequently Asked Questions about user accounts, renewing and posting.
Member Mail
Are you receiving Member Mail? The weekly Member Mail e-newsletter highlights news from members, resources to help you in your work, funding announcemens, and upcoming opportunities for learning and connection.

If anyone else at your organization would like to start receiving the Member Mail, please email membership@pillarnonprofit.ca

Policy Alerts
Our periodic Policy Alerts highlight opportunities to learn about and engage in public policy and advocacy opportunities.
If there's someone in your organization who should be receiving Pillar Policy Alerts, email policy@pillarnonprofit.ca

Other Mailers
Member Mail and Policy Alerts go to Pillar members only, but we also offer two subscriber-based newsletters -- a weekly Workshops & Events email and our monthly Community Connector -- and anyone can sign up to receive one or both of those here


Discount Codes

Use the following codes or links to receive Pillar Member partner discounts.

The Boland Survey (in partnership with CCVO and Imagine Canada): Boland Survey participants receive a substantial discount on 2024 Boland Survey subscriptions, and Pillar members receive an additional 10% discount with the code Pillar2024! 

The Boland Survey is the most comprehensive source of nonprofit sector compensation data in Canada, helping Canadian nonprofits make informed decisions on salary and human resource practices since 1997. Pillar Nonprofit Network sees the Boland Survey as an important tool to help organizations recruit and retain employees and to support our advocacy for workforce development and decent work. The 2024 survey is open now until April 30, and reports are expected in June. Learn more about Pillar's role in the 2024 Boland Survey here.

Grant Connect by Imagine Canada: Pillar members receive a discount of $89 off the list price of any Grant Connect subscription. Learn more here.

Grant Connect is a searchable database with thousands of funding opportunities for Canadian charities and nonprofits.

Western Continuing Studies: Pillar members save 10% on all non-credit professional development courses at Western Continuing Studies. Learn more and get your discount code here.

Western Continuing Studies provides opportunities for everyone to keep learning at every stage of life, whether you are pursuing a higher level of education, career advancement, or exploring a new interest.

HRdownloads: Pillar members save 10% on HRdownloads™ Human Resources Services. Click here for details.

HRdownloads™ provides thousands of Canadian organizations with cost-effective and time-saving documentation, live HR support by senior HR advisors, online surveys, and training solutions to transform the efficiency of HR processes. 

Keela: no code, click here for details

Keela manages donations, contacts, campaigns and projects in one central web-based application, and is designed to help nonprofits decrease admin time and increase funding.

Budweiser Gardens: Pillar members can now use a Pillar member code to get a discount on select tickets for Budweiser Gardens events when purchasing 10 or more.

To take advantage of the discount, 1) go to budweisergardens.evenue.net and select Presales/Promos; 2) use promo code GROUPS+PILLAR; 3) select the event you are looking to attend. Please note that discounts are available on select sections and offer expiration dates vary by show. See the March, 2024 flyer here.

Media List

A list of print, radio, event websites and television contacts. Includes ethno-cultural print, broadcasting media and free websites for event posting.

Media List (last updated September 2023)

Pillar Handbooks

Pillar's handbooks for your reference. 

Governance Policy Handbook - January 2019
Operational Policy Handbook - March 2020
Volunteer Management Handbook - January 2015

Pillar By-Laws

Pillar's by-laws, for your reference.

Pillar By-Laws - Last updated 2023

Templates

Templates we use often in our office, for your reference. 

Confidentiality Form - Consultants
Confidentiality Form - Staff/Observers/Volunteers
Staff Evaluation
Staff Self-Evaluation
Co-Worker Evaluation - only available in PDF
ED Performance Appraisal - Board
ED Performance Appraisal - Community Members/Staff/Volunteers
Board Minutes
Board Self-Evaluation 
Board Diversity & Cultural Competency Grid  

Other

There are several ways your organization can collaborate with academic institutions in London! Learn more here (Western, Brescia, King's, and Huron) and here (Fanshawe College)

Download "Proud Pillar Member" Badge - jpg format

LGBTQ2S+ Resources for Workplaces:

Whether you're looking for volunteer opportunities,
networking events or a job in the nonprofit sector, we can help.

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