Feedback Labs

Feedback Leaders in Dallas – We’re Looking for You! The 2025 Feedback Fellowship is seeking a Dallas-based mid-career nonprofit or philanthropic professional to join our next cohort of Fellows. If you are passionate about listening, feedback, and equity, this fellowship will provide the tools, network, and platform to expand your impact. Fellows receive: - Training in high-quality feedback practices, public speaking, and writing - A national platform to share and elevate their work - Coaching and mentorship from experienced professionals - Travel and participation support for the Feedback+ Summit in Bozeman, MT The program runs from May 2025 to March 2026, with applications due by March 14, 2025. If you or someone you know in Dallas would be a great fit, apply today: https://bit.ly/25FBChamp #DallasLeaders #FeedbackFellowship #ListeningForChange

For listening and feedback to be high-quality, nonprofits and foundations have to commit to acting on what they hear from their constituents. That doesn't mean changing in response to every individual piece of feedback, but it does mean recognizing our overall responsibility to act. How do you commit to action when you listen? ????Explore all eight Core Principles of High-Quality Listening and Feedback (https://ow.ly/5AEo50V31V5) and learn how to apply them at our virtual Crash Course (https://ow.ly/1qKt50V31V8) in April!

?? Meet the 2025 Feedback+Bozeman Summit Advisory Committee! ?? Great events are built by great teams—and the 2025 Summit is no exception. Our Advisory Committee brings together leaders who are deeply invested in Montana’s nonprofit and philanthropic landscape, ensuring the conversations at Feedback+Bozeman are rooted in local expertise and community insight. Next up: Adam Jespersen (he/him), Executive Director, Montana Nonprofit Association ???? With over a decade of experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and grant writing, Adam has dedicated his career to strengthening Montana’s nonprofit sector. Raised in rural Montana, he holds degrees from @Carroll College and the University of Montana and is known for his innovative, collaborative approach to problem-solving. Now leading the Montana Nonprofit Association, Adam is passionate about helping organizations across the state maximize their impact. We’re excited to have Adam’s expertise shaping this year’s Summit! Don’t miss out—secure your spot for the Summit now: https://bit.ly/FBBOZEMAN #FeedbackBozeman #FeedbackLabs #ListeningChangesEverything #MontanaLeaders #BozemanSummit

Collecting feedback is one thing—translating it into real change is another. ?? At our upcoming LabStorm, we’re tackling this challenge with The Oxygen Project: Yoga For Youth, a program led by 2023 Equity and Feedback Fellow Chelesa Holden, LMSW that brings mindfulness and movement to students and educators. How can they balance structured data collection with youth-friendly, meaningful engagement? And how do they share their impact in a way that resonates with funders, schools, and communities? If you have ideas, experience, or just a passion for innovative feedback systems, join us! ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/eRg7UDTh #LabStorm #YouthFeedback #StudentVoices #K12Education #SchoolWellness #MentalHealthMatters

Listening Drives Change—Be a Part of It! ?? The 2025 Feedback Fellowship is an opportunity for mid-career nonprofit and philanthropic professionals to strengthen their leadership in listening and feedback practices. Over a 10-month journey, Fellows will work through key challenges in their organizations, receive expert coaching, and gain national exposure for their work. Why apply? ?? Guaranteed speaking roles at the Feedback+ Summit. ?? Professional development in public speaking & writing. ?? Build relationships with leaders reshaping the feedback field. ?? Become a recognized expert in high-quality feedback practices. ?? Apply by March 14, 2025! Fellows will launch their experience at the Feedback+ Summit in Bozeman, MT, from June 3–6, 2025 (expenses covered). Start your journey to becoming a champion for feedback: https://bit.ly/25FBChamp #FeedbackFellowship #LeadWithListening #FeedbackMatters

?? Meet the 2025 Feedback+Bozeman Summit Advisory Committee! ?? We’re bringing the Summit to Bozeman with the guidance of incredible local leaders who ensure the event reflects the voices, priorities, and expertise of the community. These advisors are deeply connected to Montana and committed to shaping the future of listening in the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors. Next up: Tawnya Rupe (she/her), Senior Program Director at the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation ???? As Senior Program Director at the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation, Tawnya oversees the AMB West Community Fund, which works to enhance the quality of life in Montana, particularly in Park and Gallatin Counties. She also leads the AMB West Basecamp and Challenge Course, helping connect communities through learning, leadership, and outdoor experiences. Tawnya’s expertise and dedication make her an invaluable part of this year’s Summit. Join us in Bozeman and be part of the conversation! Register today: https://bit.ly/FBBOZEMAN #FeedbackBozeman #FeedbackLabs #ListeningChangesEverything #MontanaLeaders #BozemanSummit

How can we build a feedback system that truly amplifies youth voices? Join us at the next LabStorm as we explore this challenge with The Oxygen Project: Yoga For Youth! This school-based program integrates mindfulness and movement into classrooms, supporting both students and educators. As it grows, the team is looking for ways to gather and use feedback more effectively—and that’s where YOU come in. ?? Date: March 6th ?? Location: https://lnkd.in/eRg7UDTh Bring your insights, ideas, and experiences to help shape a stronger, more responsive feedback system. #LabStorm #K12Education #SchoolWellness #MentalHealthMatters #StudentVoices

Become a Champion for Feedback! ??? Are you committed to listening and acting on feedback to drive meaningful change? The 2025 Feedback Fellowship is looking for seven U.S.-based mid-career professionals who are passionate about embedding high-quality feedback practices in the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors. As a Fellow, you’ll gain: ? Expert training & coaching in feedback practices, public speaking, and writing. ? Conference participation at the Feedback+ Summit in Bozeman, MT (expenses covered!). ? Networking & mentorship with feedback leaders and past Fellows. ? Opportunities to publish & present your work on national platforms. ?? Deadline to apply: March 14, 2025 ?? Program runs: May 2025 – March 2026 Join a growing movement to make feedback the norm in nonprofits and philanthropy! Learn more and apply today: https://bit.ly/25FBChamp #FeedbackFellowship #ListeningLeads #LeadWithFeedback #NonprofitLeadership

?? Meet the 2025 Feedback+Bozeman Summit Advisory Committee! ?? A powerful Summit starts with local voices. That’s why we’ve brought together a group of advisors who know Bozeman and Montana deeply—leaders who are shaping communities, sparking conversations, and ensuring this year’s Summit reflects the people it’s meant to serve. Next up: Dr. Shane Doyle (Apsaálooke) (he/him), Executive Director, Yellowstone Peoples ???? An educational consultant and conservation advocate, Shane is dedicated to preserving the cultural and ecological heritage of Montana and the Greater Yellowstone Region. Originally from Crow Agency and now based in Bozeman, he leads Yellowstone Peoples, working at the intersection of education, Indigenous knowledge, and environmental stewardship. Shane’s leadership and expertise bring a critical perspective to this year’s Summit. Join us in Bozeman and be part of the conversation! Register today: https://bit.ly/FBBOZEMAN #FeedbackBozeman #FeedbackLabs #ListeningChangesEverything #MontanaLeaders #BozemanSummit

High-quality listening and feedback centre the voices of people who are least heard. Which of your constituents have been underrepresented in your listening efforts, and how are you working to hear from them? How do you prioritize acting on feedback from the people who are most affected by inequities? ???? Explore all eight Core Principles of High-Quality Listening and Feedback (https://ow.ly/EiKA50V2YnN) and learn how to apply them at the Feedback Summit (https://ow.ly/C4Aq50V2YnQ) June 4 - 6th!