Greetings friends, As I have said before, Fall is my favorite time of year, and it seems as though we may actually get to experience it this year! The last week has provided cool, calm, and clear days that truly lets us know the leaves will soon be changing colors, and we can begin to …

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What is something you do in your professional life that makes you successful?

Keath Killebrew was born an identical mirror twin. Keath and his brother Heath were exact mirrors of each other in looks and personality. Keath is an Enneagram 5 which means he is an observational investigator with a depth of knowledge in many areas and enjoys planning projects and Heath is an Enneagram 8 which means …

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What are some sweet success strategies for nonprofit professionals?

In 2016, some Black, Indigenous, and Asian American food systems stakeholders and allies from across the state of Mississippi were able to convene together for the first time to dream about transforming the local and state level food systems. This gathering was made possible by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF). The outcome of the gathering …

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The Making Strides movement raises lifesaving funds that support breast cancer patients, survivors, thrivers, and caregivers through every step of the journey. We’ve enhanced digital offerings available to anyone across the nation, including one-on-one breast cancer patient support services and the use of video chat to safely connect patients, caregivers, and family members with valuable …

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Greetings Friends, I hope you have had a productive summer that included a bit of vacation time. After all the challenges that nonprofit organizations have faced – and, in fact, are still facing – you deserved some quality down time. We all know that our effectiveness in serving others is directly related to our own …

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Information Sources City of JacksonMS Emergency Management AgencyWater Distribution List w/ Contacts Support Opportunities Jackson Leadership FoundationMississippi Rapid Response CoalitionNational Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD), MS Chapter