This summer, I joined thought leaders from Mississippi and across the country in the FutureGood Studio’s futurism training program. It was transformational. This experience redefined my outlook, both professionally as a nonprofit leader and on a personal level. It fundamentally altered the way I approach work and staff engagement and envision the future for both myself and the clients we serve.
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Charitable end cap to Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday and a great way to kickoff your end-of-year fundraising campaign!
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“What significance does National Mississippi Day hold for the people of Mississippi, and how can it be used as an opportunity to raise awareness, celebrate the state’s unique culture, and address the challenges it faces? In what ways can leaders contribute to the betterment of Mississippi and foster a sense of unity and progress within the state?”
Thank you for making our inaugural conference such a great success!
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We are pleased to announce that Michael C. Martella has joined the Alliance team as Program Assistant and will be responsible for providing a wide range of administrative and logistical support to the Alliance’s program team, to include assistance in the planning and management of the training and capacity building unit, membership, and the policy unit. Welcome to the team Michael!
Thank you to our renewing members and new members* — Welcome to the Alliance!*As of October 31, 2023
I’ve always loved the month of September. Not only because it’s the month I was born, but also because of the profound changes it brings. From hot, humid days to cooler mornings and nights; the leaves start to lose their lushness, and the afternoon sun dims. Sometimes, change can be hard. Yet sometimes, change can
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It’s getting closer and closer! Have you reserved your spot? This dynamic, inspiring and sure-to-be transformative conference is aimed at igniting hope and fostering resilience within the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors. Designed for leaders, board members, and changemakers passionate about driving positive change and making a lasting impact in their communities. Don’t miss this optimal
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Growing Up Knowing’s Facilitators are Its Mission-in-Action The real-life heroes of Growing Up Knowing are the facilitators who implement our three signature programs after school, often during the evening and/or weekends. They are experts in their own fields of education, psychology, social work, mental health, and medicine. They take difficult and often uncomfortable topics and
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Meet the New Executive Director Kelly Headley is the new Executive Director for The Walker Foundation. Kelly joined the foundation in February of this year. Kelly is a lifelong Mississippian, having grown up in Vicksburg and then made her home in the Jackson area with her family for the last 25 years. For over the
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