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Alumni Spotlight: Alberto Morales '16 MPA Alberto Morales, a 2016 graduate of Watson’s Master of Public Affairs program and first-generation college student, founded his own consulting firm two years ago with the goal of creating a more equitable philanthropic sector. "Being first-generation is crucial to my identity. It has shaped my understanding of the world and provided me with a sense of urgency." Read more about Alberto: https://ow.ly/vpHl50Q7Uy8

VOTE FOR THE CHILDREN!!! Defenders For Children & International Plastics was Nominated, and Now it is time to VOTE. Let's show that children are very important to all of us. Please Forward To Others!!! Will you take a minute and give Defenders For Children your NON-PROFIT VOTE? Also, Vote for International Plastics, the Business VOTE has been a sponsor and supporter of Defenders For Children since 2012 because they care about children. Your time will give us more exposure for the sake of the children.  Vote once a day until October 1st.... It only takes a minute of your time. VOTING!   September 11th-October 1, You may vote multiple days.  Winners will be announced in the December issue of Greenville Business Magazine, Columbia Business Monthly, and Charleston Business Magazine. The WINNERS RECEIVE!! If we win the children will benefit. This is the third year of the SC Best in Business Awards. We look forward to recognizing companies and individuals from around the state that bring success to South Carolina's business community. 2023 honorees will receive the following benefits: Media exposure. Each winner will be featured in the December issue of Greenville, Columbia, and Charleston Business magazines. 1-year subscription to Greenville, Columbia, or Charleston magazine. The state's leading business publications.  . Click below, scroll down to the non-profit category, then choose Defenders For Children. https://lnkd.in/dJR5dYzP International Plastics Steve McClure Mark McClure Ken Clark

It’s time! California, the 5th largest economy in the world, has benefited greatly from the courageous work of Black-led organizations across the entire state. This is a reality you see and experience every day, and we are so grateful for your support in ensuring this story is told to those who need to hear it: funders, legislators, our communities, and beyond. Black Equity Collective and Nonprofit Finance Fund are conducting a survey of Black-led organizations in California! From today through August 16th, your input is essential to capturing an expansive view of the wealth and well-being Black-led organizations deliver to CA. Click the link to learn more https://lnkd.in/eNujzbPE

Curious about the real impact of leadership? When I joined Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, my start coincided with Darren Walker joining the Board. From the outset, I was struck by his leadership—particularly his self-awareness and a precise understanding of the value he brought to our discussions. Darren’s tenure at the Ford Foundation exemplifies the transformative power of philanthropy as a tool for justice and systemic change. He adeptly navigated both praise and criticism, demonstrating a profound grasp of the nuanced pressures inherent in leadership roles with extensive societal influence. His commitment to transcending simple financial aid to foster significant, lasting change reflects a visionary approach—one that targets the root causes of inequality rather than just its manifestations. His time in the role also underscores the vital importance of self-awareness and humility in leadership. The influence of his role, extending well beyond his personal identity, showcases a deep appreciation for the dynamics of leadership transitions—essential for leaders across all sectors, especially those whose decisions impact social dynamics profoundly. Darren’s leadership journey provides crucial lessons on the importance of aligning organizational goals with societal needs and managing challenges with integrity. His thoughtful approach to succession planning highlights his foresight and dedication to the ongoing evolution of leadership. This repost aims to highlight how his tenure has set a standard for thoughtful, impactful leadership in organizations.

Are you interested in becoming a member of a Board of Directors? 👀 Are you searching for new Board Members? 👍 Thanks to our partners at The Foraker Group there's an incredible resource called Alaska Board Match! 🤝 This remarkable online tool was created to aid nonprofits in finding board members and to support individuals interested in serving on boards. #chooseanchorage #nonprofits https://loom.ly/AFZFS_E

Funding Black-led and Black-benefiting nonprofits is a racial justice imperative. New research from the Young, Black & Giving Back Institute reveals that Black-led nonprofits receive significantly less funding than their white-led counterparts. More on the findings, and how philanthropy can fuel this essential work, at the link: https://lnkd.in/dTmdZXqE

More than 75% of Black-led nonprofits operate with budgets under $500,000 annually, many even manage on just $30,000 a year. These organizations play a critical role in Black communities and across the country. This #BlackPhilanthropyMonth, the YOUNG BLACK & GIVING BACK INSTITUTE calls on funders to do more to support #BlackLedChange in a new report: https://lnkd.in/eHRPrdD6 Here are a few interesting highlights from the report (again, just a teaser!): 📍 Volunteer-Driven: 43.5% of these organizations operate without paid full-time employees, and 45.6% lack paid part-time employees, highlighting their reliance on volunteers. 📍 Founder-Led: Almost three-fourths of the surveyed organizations are led by their founders, who tend to have over a decade of experience in the nonprofit sector (52.9%). Thank you to Ebonie Johnson Cooper for including me in this initiative!

The challenges nonprofit arts organizations have been facing, particularly since the pandemic, have made the job of running one increasingly complex. Those difficulties have also drawn more scrutiny to pay and expenditures, and many arts executives took pay cuts during the pandemic. So what do the leaders of some of the most prominent arts institutions in the U.S. make? Here’s a look at their pay and benefits, as drawn from recent tax filings. https://nyti.ms/3OW2Q7G

💭Business students don’t often learn about co-operative models — why not? Find out in our latest article by Tahmeed Shafiq ⤵️ bit.ly/3YyHyRS ✨WHY IT MATTERS✨ Co-op workers say a lack of awareness is holding the co-operative business model back, but including this alternative in university and college curriculum could bring more young innovators into the fold. 🤝 This independent journalism is supported by Co-operators. CC: Mümtaz Derya Tarhan, PhD Karen Miner Dionne Pohler #mba #socialimpact #cooperatives #business #businessmindset #community #socialfinance #nonprofits #nonprofitleadership #charities #communityservices #communitydevelopment

Bill C-18 has had unintended, but detrimental effects on both the public relations profession and its clients and the real losers are small businesses, the arts, non-profits, and the communities they support. Read my latest opinion piece in The Hill Times. #publicrelations #communications #smallbusiness #politics