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Mike Burns's Blog – February 2016 Archive (2)
Better Together
"Individually excellent but better together". If there was ever a ringing endorsement for consolidation, this is the statement regarding the bringing together of 17 high schools and four special-education Roman Catholic schools in Philadelphia. Four years ago the schools, all independently run and operated were faced with the possibility of closing as their primary sponsor, the Roman Catholic Archdiocese positioned that there just wasn't enough money. But alumni and others got together,…
ContinueAdded by Mike Burns on February 17, 2016 at 2:58am — No Comments
Nonprofit Board Duties
I don't know anything about the gentleman who wrote the following, but his thought about a nonprofit board's 4th duty (not legally binding) gives one pause. I would offer that I think Mr. Cagna's offering fits better in building-out on what BoardSource describes as a nonprofit Board's three roles: fiduciary, strategic and generative. But where exactly to fit his thinking (role or duty) is not as critical as the focus of his thinking. Indeed, what Mr. Cagna does is…
Added by Mike Burns on February 2, 2016 at 4:00am — No Comments
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Meta + LISC Announce $5M Effort to Build Capacity of 20 Community Organizations, Bridging Gaps in Equity + Opportunity
LISC and Meta joined forces on a $5 million effort to build the capacity of 20 community organizations to fuel jobs, housing, health, and economic development in underinvested communities. The program is unique because it provides flexible funding that organizations can use to strengthen staffing and operations, expand community outreach capabilities, and develop fundraising strategies.LISC + Rocket Community Fund Jumpstart Asset Building Journey for Thousands
LISC teamed up with Rocket Community Fund to connect under-resourced communities to the coaching and financial products they need to accelerate their asset-building journey in the current economy. Our initiative has helped nearly 2,100 people develop the financial know-how to make the most of their incomes and build savings at the same time. Meet three of them.Exploring the Transformative Power of Service: Reflections from LISC AmeriCorps' Annual Conference
In March, LISC AmeriCorps members and staff gathered for their yearly convening in Indianapolis to learn, reflect, and celebrate their dedication and career accomplishments through service. In a blog, Saba Aregai, LISC Communications Officer - Social Media, discusses the gathering as a first-time attendee and shares her insights into why service is a gateway to stronger communities and successful careers for many.
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