We're Looking for a Few Good Interns- Know of Any?

We're growing and we’re searching for a motivated individual or individuals to help expand our outreach and development programs. This position is for someone interested in learning all the aspects of marketing, networking, fundraising and outreach for a non-profit organization, including representing Project Interfaith and its mission and values.

The internship will involve various tasks including:
Assisting in planning fundraising, posting events and announcements to websites, developing programming, grant writing & research, event planning and work with other interns and volunteers. You may be asked to contact donors, write letters and newsletter updates, support volunteers and help with office maintenance.

Qualifications:
This position requires someone who:
- has a passion for interfaith issues and work
- is highly motivated, self-directed, organized and has good initiative
- asks questions when needs direction
- is pro-active and not shy
- is a good writer & has good communication skills
- has strong organizational skills, flexibility, creativity, and confidence
- is able to communicate with a diverse community
- is knowledgeable & comfortable with PC Operating systems
- has a passion for and experience with media, social change, and a dynamic, growing office environment
- has impeccable attention to detail
- has web-based research experience

Grant-writing experience is not required, but may be helpful.

Students interested in nonprofit fundraising, event planning, outreach and independent media are encouraged to apply. Professionals who are looking for more experience in this field or are interested in a career change also are welcome to apply.

Sound interesting? Send via email or snail mail a cover letter, resume and three references to:

Ryan Strawhecker
Project Interfaith Development and Communications Director
PO Box 6037
Omaha, NE 68106
Email: ryan@projectinterfaithusa.org

Just in case you didn't already know this- Project Interfaith is a non-profit organization dedicated to growing understanding, respect and relationships among people of all faiths, beliefs and cultures.

For more information about who we are and what we do, visit our website: www.projectinterfaithusa.org.

Deepak Chopra Is in the House (Or Will Be April 6)!

An Evening with Deepak Chopra

Tuesday, April 6, 2010, 7:30 PM

Qwest Center

We're delighted to partner with the Institute for Career Advancement Needs (iCAN) and Methodist Health System to be apart of "An Evening with Deepak Chopra" event and hope that you will too. At this inspirational evening, Deepak will share his latest work and how your highest vision of yourself can become reality. In practical terms, Deepak will unfold three keys to creating the self you desire – The Soul Shift, Subtle Action, and Core Participation.

Deepak will explain how the greatest spiritual secrets are tied up in this simple answer... "You can't change the body without changing the self, and you can't change the self without bringing in the soul," he declares. "It's all one process, and it begins with knowing that your body exists to mirror who you are and who you want to be."

There will also be an opportunity to meet Deepak at a VIP Reception prior to the general event. VIP registration includes premiere seating and admission to the private reception.

Tickets start at $29. Purchase tickets at icanomaha.org

About Deepak Chopra

Deepak Chopra is the author of more than fifty-five books translated into over thirty-five languages, including numerous New York Times bestsellers in both the fiction and nonfiction categories. Dr. Chopra is a fellow of the American College of Physicians, a member of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, Adjunct Professor at Kellogg School of Management and Senior Scientist with The Gallup Organization. Time magazine heralds Deepak Chopra as one of the top 100 heroes and icons of the century and credits him as 'the poet-prophet of alternative medicine'.

Our Interfaith Architecture Tour Returns with a Focus on North Omaha

One of our most popular programs is back! This year's Interfaith Architecture Tour will be held on Saturday, March 27, from 1:30- 5:00 pm and will explore historic places of worship in North Omaha, an area of historical and cultural richness and the traditional center of Omaha's African-American community.

The tour begins at St. John African Methodist Episcopal Church, 2402 N. 22nd St., at 1:30 p.m (check-in starts at 1:00 pm). St. John AME Church is the oldest African-American congregation in Nebraska and the building is considered a fine example of the Prairie School style of architecture.

The tour then moves to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 2207 Wirt Street, to take in its Late Gothic Revival architecture. A community reception will follow.

Online registration is encouraged as space is limited. Register at http://interfaitharchitecturetour2010.eventbrite.com. Attendees are asked to donate $10 adults for adults and $5 for students with valid student IDs.

As in past years, architects can receive learning units from the American Institute of Architects for attending this program.

This program is co-sponsored by: St. John African Methodist Episcopal Church, Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the American Institute of Architects–Omaha chapter.

We hope to see you there!