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St. Petersburg Arts Alliance, in collaboration with Americans for the Arts and Creative Pinellas shared that St. Petersburg’s nonprofit arts industry generated $132,530,557 in economic activity in 2022, according to the newly released Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 (AEP6), an economic and social impact study. This economic activity is comprised of $61,607,918 in spending by nonprofit arts and culture organizations and $70,922,639 in event-related spending by their audiences supported 2,121 jobs and generated $26,529,721 in local, state, and federal government revenue. Imagine what we can do with art investors, at every level - government, business and individual philanthropy. All in, all for the greater good.

Learn more about REMADE member, Goodwill of the Finger Lakes, at the story link below. #CircularEconomy #sustainability #recycling #fibers #textiles #fashion #manufacturing #mfg

Beth Chandler has made an indelible mark on our city. I’ve had the honor of serving on the Board of YW Boston since 2018. That was the year that Beth began her leadership as President & CEO of this crucial Boston organization. In 2020, I became the Board Chair, which gave me the opportunity to work more closely with Beth. Beth is stepping down this summer, after 12 years with YW Boston and six as its head. With her guidance and advocacy, YW Boston has made Boston a more equitable place for the benefit of all residents, in particular women of color. Beth stewarded the non-profit through historic challenges, from a complex strategic planning process to navigating the pandemic to selling the landmark Back Bay building. She also seeded the growth of diversity and inclusion throughout our institutions.? I’ve learned a lot from Beth over the years. From her strength—she’s very direct, and stands up for what she believes to be right. From her willingness to listen to different opinions and perspectives, and change her mind. And I particularly appreciate her combination of vision and strategy. Anyone who wants to make transformative change in their organizations can learn lessons from her tenure. When she led us in a deep probe into the meaning of our mission, she helped us focus on who our beneficiaries really are: not just the clients we consulted or the participants in the program, but the colleagues and clients of those?people. She saw how YW Boston was a catalyst, inspiring and supporting people to be change agents in their own organizations. I vividly remember when the Board was discussing a tough decision. We’d been losing money on a volunteer-facilitated service. She wanted to hire staff to deliver it more effectively and charge a fee. We were anxious about the risk of hiring people with a budget deficit. Beth presented the alternatives clearly: we could gradually bleed out over time, or we could take this risk and build toward a sustainable model. She recognized it was the time for bold moves. We agreed. And when the demand for DEI services exploded, we had the people we needed and we were well positioned to provide the services. She also knew that boldness isn’t always about expansion. When I joined the board, YW Boston had 10 or 12 programs—we were spread a little thin. Beth and the leadership team honed the portfolio basically to three: Inclusion Boston, LeadBoston, and FYRE. These, along with advocacy campaigns like parity on boards and United Against Racism, share a theory of change: they build a group of people who have a real deep understanding of equity and inclusion, so that they can go back to their organizations and create change.? That vision has helped create a better climate for everyone. I give Beth my gratitude and my personal admiration, for all that she’s done—for YW Boston, for so many organizations that have worked with us, and for the City of Boston. Thank you, Beth. https://wix.to/Rmy6E0N

Key Insights from my favourite session of the day at RDK Sports International Global Elite Sports Conference - Adrienne Scherenzel (Curry) VP of Community Engagement Chicago Bulls and Executive Director of CHICAGO BULLS CHARITIES on Rethinking Professional Sports Teams Community Impact. ? Purpose Beyond Sports: The Bulls use their brand for social good, extending beyond the court to impact communities authentically. ? Strategic Focus Areas: They align efforts around strategic pillars to maximise their impact and foster long-term community engagement. This structured approach ensures sustainable support whilst addressing diverse community needs. ? Measuring Impact: Focus on genuine community impact and trust-building, not just numbers, to ensure meaningful outcomes. Use qualitative insights and stakeholder feedback to assess program effectiveness, ensuring initiatives lead to meaningful outcomes and lasting relationships. ? Authenticity Matters: Building trust through consistent, community-focused actions that resonate with local needs and values. These insights resonate with our approach at She Hoops, highlighting valuable strategies to apply and integrate into our brand development. So many actionable takeaways! #CommunityEngagement #SocialImpact #SportsForGood #Leadership #Inspiration #ChicagoBulls City of Gold Coast Lauren Jackson AO OLY Samantha Groves

Veteran Housing Corp says that IF YOU ARE NOT PART OF A PERMANENT AND LASTING SOLUTION TO THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING CRISIS AND HOMELESSNESS, YOU ARE THE PROBLEM! THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IS BROKEN AND NOT WORKING FOR AMERICAN TAXPAYERS Veteran Housing Corp would ask every TAXPAYER to demand and get answers from their elected and appointed government officials the below questions as they relate to any affordable, workforce, or supportive housing project in your community! 1. How much local, state, and federal funding, tax credits, or other government benefits or incentives did the project receive? 2. What is the affordability period for each project? Is the affordability period permanent and in perpetuity? 3. What guarantees exist have your local, state, and federal government officials obtained in writing that rents will not go up or that tenants will not be displaced or evicted after the "affordability period expires? Every local, state, and federal housing authority and affordable or workforce housing stakeholder should adopt the State of Vermont's "permanent affordability" policy as a model for all future government funded or subsidized housing projects or developments, no exceptions! https://lnkd.in/eFEUC8c8 Additionally, local, state and federal housing agencies should look to the Helsinki, FINLAND MODEL of ending homelessness by providing affordable housing for all 'It’s a miracle': Helsinki's radical solution to homelessness https://lnkd.in/er9HZSQU Even the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development AGREES THAT adopting FINLAND'S MODEL OF ERADICATING HOMELESSNESS may be of great value to resolving the affordable housing and homelessness crises in America https://lnkd.in/gkSZWYRU

Did you know that the Pincus Family Foundation is a proponent of Trust-Based Philanthropy and has purposely structured their grant process to eliminate power dynamics that commonly exist in nonprofit partnerships? ?? Learn more about how we're making a difference below! ?? https://lnkd.in/dx6u-t_u #PincusFamilyFoundation #MakeADifference #Philanthropy

Last evening my wife and I had the privilege of attending the TONY FINAU FOUNDATION (TFF) Gala in Park City, Utah, with the wildly popular Jim "Bones" Mackay as a special guest. Amidst captivating stories and insightful perspectives on the current landscape of golf, what struck me the most was the profound impact athletes can make when they leverage their platform for good. Reflecting on the event, I found four key themes that resonated deeply with me: 1?? Community: TFF celebrates community. They believe in lifting each other up, supporting each others dreams, and sharing their successes. 2?? Family: The work of TFF is about giving kids what they need - and that means equipping whole families to grow stronger together. 3?? Service: Above all else, give back. TFF serves communities, kids, and families - and finds meaning only through doing good work. 4?? Empowerment: TFF gives kids and their families the tools they need to discover their passions and drive forward into their futures with confidence. Tony Finau exemplifies not only remarkable skill on the golf course but also outstanding qualities as a husband, father, and community leader. His dedication to making a difference serves as a beacon of inspiration. I'm curious to hear about other athletes who, like Tony, use their platform to effect positive change and embody admirable character traits. Let's celebrate those who inspire us beyond the field or court. Who comes to mind for you?

Conrad Madsen, SIOR ?? and I covered a lot of ground on the most recent episode of the C-Suite podcast, including current market trends and all things Dallas (including the story behind the hat). Give it a listen and let me know your thoughts.