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Research Friday: Branding in the nonprofit sector

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One example of a nonprofit organization rebranding in order to create a more positive impact on the community they serve is the Arizona based nonprofit formally known as Phoenix Youth At Risk. Phoenix Youth At Risk decided to undertake the task of rebranding and changed the name of their organization to New Pathways For Youth.

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MEET AN ALLY: Channtal Polanco

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Prior to Public Allies I was a first-generation college student pursuing my Associate of Arts (AA) degree at Phoenix College, working part-time with the City of Phoenix Head Start and being a mother to my wonderful child. Shortly after I obtain my AA, I will attend Arizona State University. What drew you to Public Allies?

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What strategies can nonprofit leaders use to move program beneficiaries into program partners?

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Jennifer Kirksey is a graduate of the Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management program at Arizona State University. She is a mentor coach with the Greater Phoenix Urban League Head Start, which strives to bring quality education to Phoenix’s preschool-aged children.

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ASU Lodestar Center Blog: Fear not, nonprofit professionals!

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As Board President of YNPN Phoenix , I often hear from other emerging nonprofit leaders – including our board – a shared desire to perform with high standards in the face of huge workloads, while at the same time wanting life/work balance. No pressure there, ha! Facing a challenging situation at work? Access resources!

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ASU Lodestar Center Blog: Making the Play: Successfully Engaging.

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As coaches, mentors, and teachers, we have to put our youth in situations where they learn the best ways to communicate with one another, help each other, and encourage one another. Suite 500, Phoenix, AZ 85004-0691 602.496.0500 An academic unit of the College of Public Programs Central Ave.

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ASU Lodestar Center Blog: American Humanics: An Elite Group

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Dr. Bob Long , Distinguished Visiting Professor in Youth and Nonprofit Leadership from Murray State University , delivered an inspirational keynote address to graduates. I wondered, had I done enough, given the right advice, been a successful coach and mentor? In fact, they are now " certified to change the world." Central Ave.

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ASU Lodestar Center Blog: Research Friday: The Office or the Impact?

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A particularly big problem is Arizona's elephant, Banner Health, which we locate at just it's Phoenix address. Suite 500, Phoenix, AZ 85004-0691 602.496.0500 An academic unit of the College of Public Programs However, Banner operates in seven states and has facilities all over Arizona. Central Ave.