ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 9, 2014

posted by Annie Bello Graduate Public Allies Arizona I quickly realized that Public Allies was no cop out when we were sworn in as AmeriCorps members. I am an AmeriCorps member, and I will get things done. I will carry this commitment with me this year and beyond I am an AmeriCorps member, and I will get things done.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 28, 2017

Prioritizing downward accountability, especially over other accountability relationships, offers some challenges for nonprofit organizations. Natalia Winberry completed her undergraduate studies at Beloit College in 2007 and started her career in 2008 as an AmeriCorps VISTA in Phoenix, Arizona. 2014; Twersky et al.,

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 29, 2013

I recently completed a nonprofit internship, and it was a very difficult and challenging experience. I was in Alaska for the summer as an AmeriCorps Summer Crew Leader. The next big challenge was researching how to open an emergency youth shelter. The biggest challenge of my internship was getting the word out and.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 12, 2019

Goodwill, AmeriCorps and Girl Scouts are good examples in the nonprofit sector. You can think about Goodwill, AmeriCorps, Girls Scouts and many more to witness branding success. Branding is not exclusive to large organizations and is available for any nonprofits interested in taking on the challenge.

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Twenty Hats

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

So I think, in many ways, for as often as everybody complains about technology and all the challenges, I think this past year could have gone very differently if we didn’t have these platforms.” — Volunteer manager embracing technology in Ohio. “None of us were ready for this. What a year it’s been. But for some, it opened doors.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 26, 2021

In order to decide on this topic, we asked our community to submit challenges. His expertise covers the spectrum of challenges faced by today’s nonprofit by helping them innovate and drive transformation. Eloisa Portillo-Morales is the interim equity co-director and a city strategist with the American Cities Climate Challenge at NRDC.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 3, 2020

As staff gain confidence in volunteers’ abilities to handle situations independently, managers can begin empowering them to resolve challenges with minimal guidance. Volunteers with leadership potential should be identified and empowered to take on larger roles.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 18, 2019

Public Allies Arizona ’s 13th class will graduate in June 28, the completion of a 10-month AmeriCorps program that places emerging young leaders at local nonprofits for full-time paid apprenticeships. I would also let them know that they are going to be challenged in many ways, but will learn so much from the Public Allies experience.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 7, 2019

Public Allies Arizona ’s 13th class will graduate in June, the completion of a 10-month AmeriCorps program that places emerging young leaders at local nonprofits for full-time paid apprenticeships. After a while working in my community and serving, I yearned to continue to grow and be challenged. What's been the biggest challenge?

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Non Profit Quarterly

DECEMBER 14, 2021

We need hands on deck, so having to close our volunteer program was a challenge for us—emotionally, losing such a large part of our community—but we also had to find a way to keep them connected so that they would come back when our doors reopened. The challenges of remote volunteering are front-of-mind for many volunteer managers.

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Amy Sample Ward

APRIL 5, 2011

I am part of the Digital Arts Service Corps, which is an initiative of the Transmission Project that pairs tech-savvy AmeriCorps Vistas with organizations dedicated to supporting community media and technology. This was a challenging undertaking considering the diverse populations served by centers in the collaborative.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead Working with volunteers and including them in your nonprofit’s strategy can be meaningful, challenging, and rewarding, all at the same time.

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sgEngage

APRIL 6, 2021

However, you actually began your career working in social good as a White House Fellow focused on the Corporation for National and Community Service and AmeriCorps Promise Fellows programs. What made you decide to take the helm at NMAAM and return as a social good leader in a professional capacity? ” The post Q&A with sgLEADERS: H.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Before becoming a Public Ally, I somewhat understood the nonprofit sector, since the year before I had served as a City Year Corps Member in Chicago through AmeriCorps. Being a part of Public Allies in a state that was new to me challenged me to step out of my comfort zone and really immerse myself into every project put before me.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

For my required Nonprofit Leadership Alliance internship, I chose to serve for a second year as an AmeriCorps volunteer in the Public Allies Arizona program at the ASU Lodestar Center, returning to Public Allies five years after I had served with Native American Connections.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 23, 2017

During our second day of retreat, the allies worked on building trust, teamwork and connections by engaging in challenging discussions related to diversity and oppression where there are conflicting points of view. I'm already loving my new family so much.”. On September 15 the allies were sworn in at our induction ceremony.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

Elsbeth Pollack is a Program Manager for Public Allies Arizona (PAAZ) , an AmeriCorps program that engages service-minded young individuals in 10-months of paid leadership training, apprenticeships, and service opportunities in collaboration with local nonprofit partner organizations. Elsbeth Pollack Program Manager, Public Allies Arizona.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 30, 2013

Since you now have a clear understanding of your organizations strengths and challenges, you can begin focusing in on where changes need to be made. Remember, it may be unrealistic to solve every challenge right away, but by setting indicators and goals you are already on the road towards progress! Guest Post'

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 27, 2019

Throughout the first few weeks, Anne had discussed her journey with community, AmeriCorps and how she has a passion for giving back. She has listened and challenged me to think deeper, further and expand my mind beyond limits I have not thought of. She truly cares about people and communities and doesn't just say it – she means it.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 17, 2012

Many volunteer managers cite recruitment as their greatest challenge; however, Brudney and Meijs (2009) contend that “the preoccupation with recruitment distracts attention and resources from the management and retention of volunteers” (p. She previously served a term for AmeriCorps with an adult literacy program in Flagstaff.

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MAY 18, 2021

The difference between the support of other video services and a video interviewing platform is best summed up by Chad Karlsson, AmeriCorps and VISTA Manager at College Possible: “Previously, we would use phone screens or conduct Skype interviews. We have never experienced these issues now.”

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Double the Donation

JANUARY 17, 2022

We aim to support a culture and environment where high performers feel challenged, are empowered, and want to work. Before joining the Double the Donation team, I had been working as a Learning Coach in a 10-month AmeriCorps program for Hands on Atlanta immediately after graduating from Johns Hopkins University.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 11, 2011

We love our commitments, but it can sometimes be a challenge to hold it all together! Facing a challenging situation at work? The cards focus on strengths-based reflections and are an easy tool to get meetings started on a positive note, even if you are discussing challenging issues. But fear not, nonprofit professionals!

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 6, 2021

However, you actually began your career working in social good as a White House Fellow focused on the Corporation for National and Community Service and AmeriCorps Promise Fellows programs. What made you decide to take the helm at NMAAM and return as a social good leader in a professional capacity? ” The post Q&A with sgLEADERS: H.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

Yet in the face of these challenges, we have to stay optimistic, keep our moral compass, and keep making good decisions. How my mother and AmeriCorps made me a better man" by Michael Soto. If you work for a nonprofit, there’s a good chance that you’re working on a tough problem like the achievement gap, homelessness, or global hunger.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 8, 2011

Manager of Curriculum Design & Innovation, ASU Lodestar Center Working as a nonprofit professional in the current economic environment can be challenging — and sometimes discouraging. How my mother and AmeriCorps made me a better man Research Friday: "Is Religious Giving Increasing o. Bush, Ph.D.

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Have Fun - Do Good

SEPTEMBER 12, 2008

Some of the elements of the Act are: Build on the AmeriCorps and create new "Corps" focused on areas of national need. Establish a Commission to study and improve how the federal government, nonprofits, and the private sector work together to meet national challenges effectively.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 27, 2011

As I led a workshop at the national convention of the Alliance for Children and Families that focused on these trends, the significant challenge was for each organization to become "futurists," studying the trends for a year at their board meetings in hopes of understanding how they can be embraced as a part of the organizations cultures.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 15, 2011

It can be a big challenge, but also, Im sure we can agree, exceedingly rewarding. How my mother and AmeriCorps made me a better man Research Friday: "Is Religious Giving Increasing o. Research Friday Guest Post: "State of the Sector. Picture This: A Look Back at This Year's Spring Fo.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 4, 2011

Resources are a huge challenge to any research effort. Another vexing challenge to researchers is the interpretation of data. These headlines illustrate the challenges and opportunities inherent to research analysis and dissemination. Both headlines were technically correct based upon the data.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 17, 2011

No one said collaborating is easy, and a whole section of the Collaboration Prize application is dedicated to “challenges along the way.&# Congratulations to the 8 Finalists and best wishes to all nonprofits doing this challenging work. However, we still have much to learn. Check it out!

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 20, 2011

The challenge? How my mother and AmeriCorps made me a better man Research Friday: "Is Religious Giving Increasing o. When asked their feelings about this relationship, approximately 1 in 4 CEOs responded with very positive statements (paraphrased) such as: Chair is supportive and helpful. Keeping up with the Chair.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 25, 2011

Often, perceptions about support from major funders will influence a nonprofits management strategies and how it addresses challenges. How my mother and AmeriCorps made me a better man Research Friday: "Is Religious Giving Increasing o. Nonprofits put their long-term mission in jeopardy by repeatedly agreeing to do more with less.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 29, 2011

I always find that exclamation amusing, since truth-seeking is about understanding complex phenomena and overcoming huge methodological challenges—explanations of which are not always welcomed in a world that places a premium on superficial sound bites and speedy, surface-level interpretation. city, county, etc.).

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

The report details the challenges and perspectives of nonprofit CEOs in an elegant blend of statistical findings and personal voices. How my mother and AmeriCorps made me a better man Research Friday: "Is Religious Giving Increasing o. Everyone that works with a nonprofit CEO should read this report.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 13, 2011

It is called "Is giving the greatest moral challenge of our time?" How my mother and AmeriCorps made me a better man Research Friday: "Is Religious Giving Increasing o. April 14, 2011 8:46 AM Travis Butterfield said. I just saw another interesting article that is loosely related to this topic.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 9, 2022

If so, your challenge may be with volunteer engagement and creating meaningful experiences for volunteers so they’re willing to give their time. . According to AmeriCorps, Americans volunteered an average of 7.8 AmeriCorps estimates the industry of volunteerism to be worth $184 billion. . billion hours.

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