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Take a listen to learn more about why EquaSpace matters to our nonprofit ecosystem. We have absorbed a lot of insights from The Nonprofit Centers Network #nonprofitleadership #socialpurposerealestate #realestateforgood #nonprofits

And here's Part II: Now, I can help my neighbors and my city the most by serving in city government. I again feel called by a higher power to step up. To bring all I have to bear, including my: - knowledge of local government, - entrepreneurial & collaborative attitude, - ability to get things done, - love of people, - wide-ranging relationships in the community, - commitment to ethics, - progressive ideas for change, and - desire to serve others. How will this campaign unfold, you ask? - I’m legally allowed to start receiving donations on August 8, 2023. - The primary election will be on March 5, 2024. - If no candidate gets more than 50%, there will be a general election on November 5, 2024. - The winner starts this full-time job in January 2025. During the campaign, I’ll continue working for Catalyze SV. However, I'm handing off my San Jose duties to my colleagues in the spirit of ethical nonprofit governance. The main theme that has grounded my work for years will also be the center of this campaign: Building Community. Together, we'll build a community in which we can all: - afford housing - feel welcome and safe - prosper - experience a healthy environment - get around easily - live close to shops, jobs, & green space - feel in San Jose a sense of joy, history & civic pride - receive quality city services - be heard by our city government and understand how we can impact its decisions To accomplish these things, I will focus on 6 priorities once elected: 1. Reducing the Cost of Housing & the Extent of Homelessness 2. Safer Streets & Smarter Approaches to Public Safety 3. Growing, Celebrating, & Conserving: Improving District 6 Neighborhoods & San Jose 4. A City for All of Us Means More Shared Prosperity 5. An Accessible, Responsive, Transparent City Government 6. A Well-Run District 6 Office Working for You I pledge to run a campaign of integrity rooted in the issues. In the weeks ahead, I’m eager to talk more about my ideas for San Jose and hear more of yours too! I'm gonna need your support in my City Council campaign. Call me at (408) 883-0863 or email me at alexforsanjose@gmail.com to discuss my candidacy and how you can help. Or visit alexshoor.com to sign up to learn more. And if you're in town, register for our Meet the Candidate Campaign Kickoff on Saturday, 8/12 from 9-11:30 am at the Rose Garden Farmers Market on Dana Ave at Lincoln High School. https://lnkd.in/gsJ89Jkq I hope to see you soon in the community and on the campaign trail! In service to San Jose, Alex #buildingcommunity #shoor4d6

The5 with Eric Moraczewski welcomes Kyle Ogden, President & CEO of The Thanks-Giving Foundation.  Kyle joins The5 to talk about Building a Profoundly #Caring Community.  Something most, if not all, nonprofits are focused on but maybe aren't always aware of.  Kyle talks about being intentional with gratitude and caring, as well as the Foundation's five key functions of Building a Profoundly Caring Community. Kyle became the President and CEO of The Thanks-Giving Foundation because he wanted to do something important in the bigger civic context, and build something sustainable for the citizens of Dallas. The Thanks-Giving Foundation is a platform that can influence the future of the community, and he believes his contribution of time, effort and resources can make a real difference as an accelerant of positive change. The physical and programmatic enhancements made are being noticed, and he is proud that the vision will deliver a place of importance within the nonprofit landscape. Before joining The Thanks-Giving Foundation, Kyle was the Chairman, President and CEO of Carroll Company. Kyle received a Bachelor of Business Administrations degree in honors business and a Master of Business Administration degree in accounting and finance from the University of Texas at Austin, and went on to earn his CPA license. In his spare time, he enjoy golf, baseball and travel. He and his wife have four adult children.   The5 is a celebration of the work being done by nonprofit professionals, highlighting valuable tips and methods that nonprofits should be utilizing.  The5 is aptly named as NMBL Strategies celebrates our 5 year anniversary.  Host Eric Moraczewski leads guests on a journey of topics that are of deep importance to the guest and discusses how nonprofits and nonprofit leaders can benefit from the experience and expertise. #nonprofit #nonprofits #nonprofitorganization #nonprofitfoundation #nonprofitlife #nonprofitorganizations #nonprofitmanagement #nonprofitsuccess #nonprofitleaders #nonprofitgrowth #gratitude #intentionality

I hope some of you can make it out to see Monique Moreno (she/her) on this panel!

Our November eNews Guest Editor, Jan Brown, a member of LT Class 9, says the following about her LT experience: "LT has introduced me to people that I probably would never have met in everyday life. From that day forward, my life has been enriched. I have had the opportunity to immerse myself in the workings of Tallahassee government, nonprofits, healthcare, arts, and so much more. I have become a true citizen of my community." Take a look at Jans' full article in this month's eNews! #communityleaders #wordstoleadby

🌟 Transforming Nonprofits: MacKenzie Scott’s Unforeseen Impact 🌟 In recent months, I’ve engaged with several nonprofits that report an extraordinary surge in their budgets—an unexpected anomaly in a year that defies convention. The common thread? #MacKenzieScott 's unanticipated philanthropic contributions. These contributions were so substantial that they eclipsed previous giving and are likely to shape future giving as well. An excellent analysis provided by #PanoramaGlobal 's “Analyzing MacKenzie Scott’s Yield Giving Open Call” provides some key insights. ⬆ Unexpectedly Generous Awards: While initial expectations pointed to 250 nonprofits being eligible for $1 million, a fortunate 279 organizations received a remarkable $2 million each. Scott’s generosity exceeded all projections, benefiting a diverse range of community-driven initiatives. ⚖ Focus on Equity & Democracy: Nearly three-quarters of the grantees demonstrated a clear commitment to Equity and Justice, with a strong emphasis on racial equity. Additionally, funding for democracy programs saw a notable increase compared to previous rounds. 🎁 Impactful Grants for Smaller Organizations: Scott’s gifts of $2 million have had an outsized impact on smaller nonprofits with budgets ranging from $1 million to $5 million. These organizations constitute only 5% of all nonprofits in the US, making a $1-$2 million gift truly transformational. #Philanthropy #SocialImpact #Changemakers https://lnkd.in/efTzGa86

Small and local nonprofits in particular have a hard time recruiting new, experienced board members. We hear time and again that in small communities, the same six people serve on lots of boards - and they're tired. The first step is recruiting outside your usual pool of suspects. Some ideas: 🏡 Look around your neighborhood - are there new community members who might want the chance to meet their neighbors? 🧑🎓 Recent high school or college graduates - young people just starting their careers are looking for networking connections! But what do you then? Being a board member comes with a lot of responsibility - you want to make sure your new board members are ready and able to step up to the plate. If your nonprofit board has found itself with new faces this year, MNA's Board Governance course is designed to help them navigate board responsibilities. Wednesdays, March 6 - April 3 Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gqZYNsPZ

Belonging is a fundamental human need. As nonprofit leaders, you have the opportunity to cultivate a community around that feeling. By hosting in-person and virtual get-togethers, you can create a space where people feel valued, neighbors get to know each other, and people find commonalities, even if they’re an ocean apart.  To plan an event that’s authentic to your organization’s mission, be creative and lean into your team's unique strengths. We’ve seen organizations host Lunch and Learn meals to spread awareness of an issue at work, candlelight vigils to connect families over a shared experience of loss, and virtual campaigns where participants from all over the country logged exercise and posted their progress. There are infinite possibilities for building community around a common mission. The work may be challenging, but fostering a community that will help strengthen the organization is profound.

With so many valuable insights and priceless wisdom, this is a must watch video for all nonprofit professionals. Check it out! #nonprofit #nonprofitleadership #nonprofitlife #nonprofitsector #nonprofitimpact