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Animals and Nature can help heal and provide a great environment for learning and therapy. We’re discussing with leaders from Green Chimneys – an organization in New York that provides children and families with a space for behavioral and emotional learning. A special thanks to our guests: Executive Director Dr. Edward Placke; Associate Executive Director, Behavioral Health Services, Kristin Licardi; and Director of Recreation Zachary Staszak.
The mission of First Place for Youth is to help foster youth build the skills they need to make a successful transition to self-sufficiency and responsible adulthood. Our special guest is Thomas Lee, Chief Executive Officer of First Place for Youth.
As decades come and go, so does the artistic taste of the generations. For performing arts organizations to survive they must adapt to the trends of each generation. Our special guest is Paul Helfrich, Executive Director of the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra.
Gardens create a sense of peace and rejuvenation of the mind. Often it is up to nonprofits to create and nurture public green spaces that everyone in their community can enjoy. Our special guests are Lynn B. Kelly, Executive Director of New York Restoration Project; Georgina Griffith-Yates, Executive Director of Wasatch Community Gardens; & Linda Appel Lipsius, Executive Director of Denver Urban Gardens.
1.3 million students drop out of high school in the United States, more than half are students of color and most are low-income. Teach For America’s agenda is to ensure that every child in America receives an excellent education. Our special guest is Mikisha Nation, Executive Director of Teach for America (Twin Cities).
Founded in 1983, Trees For Houston initially focused its early efforts on planting street trees in the heart of Houston. 40 years later, with over half a million trees planted, this organization has evolved into one that grows, plants, and maintains thousands of trees across the greater Houston region. Our special guest Barry Ward, Executive Director of Trees for Houston.
There are over 400,000 kids in the foster care system on any given day, and about 130,000 of them are awaiting adoption. What’s working in the system, what’s not, and what needs to be improved? Our special guests for this discussion are: Shaheer Mustafa, President & CEO of HopeWell, Inc.; William Weisberg, Executive Director of Forestdale, Inc.; & Paul Robinson, President & CEO of Home of the Innocents.
How do GenZ and Millennials find the resources, support and platforms to have their voices heard in politics? Our special guest is Kristin McGuire, Executive Director of Young Invincibles.
What is the Future of Jazz? Created by African American musicians and fostered in New Orleans, we’re discussing this incredible genre, its roots, and its continued influence on the world today. Our special guests are Tim Jackson, Artistic Director of Monterey Jazz Festival; Susan Muscarella, President of California Jazz Conservatory; & Randall Kline, Founder and Executive Artistic Director of SFJAZZ.
In one decade, we will have gone from roughly 17% of Americans being 65 or older, to over 20%. Let’s talk about America’s approach to caring for elders, and how Avenidas provides support to those in the Bay Area. Thank you to special guest: Amy Yotopoulos, President & CEO of Avenidas.
Read our Nonprofit Spotlight with Rise Recovery CEO Evita Morin on helping youths overcome addiction and change the course of their lives.
Read our Nonprofit Spotlight with Alliance for Justice President & Founder Nan Aron on uniting leaders with organizations in order to create a more just and equal world.
Read our Nonprofit Spotlight with The Wooden Floor CEO Dawn Reese on how the organization is encouraging dance and freedom of expression while also highlighting the importance of pursuing a higher education.
Read our Nonprofit Spotlight with the Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy Executive Director Jesse Brackenbury on how the organization revolutionized the ways in which Boston is enjoyed by residents and visitors of all ages.
Read our Nonprofit Spotlight with Fit Kids Founder & Executive Director Ashley Hunter on how the organization is building physical strength and confidence among underserved youth
Read our Nonprofit Spotlight with Fit Kids Founder & Executive Director Ashley Hunter on how the organization is building physical strength and confidence among underserved youth
Read our Nonprofit Spotlight with Complete College America President & CEO Yolanda Watson Spiva on how the organization is working to guide low-income students in finishing their college degree within 4 years.
Read our interview with Optimist Youth Homes & Family Services CEO Silvio Orlando on the organization’s profound legacy of guiding Los Angeles youth in need during difficult times.
From new collaborations with PBS and public media stations to articles highlighting the work of leaders across the country, our continued coverage of nonprofit organizations emphasizes their unwavering dedication to strengthening communities across the world.
As we look forward to 2020, we want to thank all of the organizations featured for sharing their work and insights with us and celebrate the top 5 most viewed INSIGHT with Mark Oppenheim interviews of the past year.
In the wake of the coronavirus crisis that has stopped the world in its tracks, religious communities around the world are embracing new and creative ways of connecting with each other. Social distancing efforts have resulted in video calls for sermons, prayers in open spaces, and other creative measures to keep communities close during these challenging times.
In the wake of the coronavirus crisis that has stopped the world in its tracks, religious communities around the world are embracing new and creative ways of connecting with each other. Social distancing efforts have resulted in video calls for sermons, prayers in open spaces, and other creative measures to keep communities close during these challenging times.
Corporate Diversity professionals are crucial to the improvement of our nation’s workforce and yet they are rarely supported by the businesses that hire them. Though embraced by many businesses and corporations as a good starting point for positive change, systems of inclusion are often set up to fail when diversity leaders are not actively supported by the companies that hire them.
Coronavirus has essentially canceled the Spring term as envisioned; i.e., on-campus classes were cancelled, and most moved online. There are serious implications for enrollments for Fall term and finances, and many are wondering if there will be a Fall term at all (we think so).
Facebook and other social media platforms sell their ability to direct our eyes to content. These platforms have been accused of promulgating and profiting from various forms of racism and disinformation shaped to cause harm and division in America, and authoritarianism in the world.
For the past two weeks, there have been numerous reports claiming the protests surrounding George Floyd’s death are perpetrating more violence. Guest writer Mark Oppenheim attended one of these protests in San Francisco and shares his personal experience on how the event created more unity among community members.
I was speaking yesterday with a 27 year veteran of the San Francisco Police Department working on the front lines of demonstrations, some of which turned violent.
Various nonprofit sectors have experienced a range of impacts. Conferences and group meetings are being delayed or cancelled. Nonprofits that provide services where direct contact or travel is required are heavily impacted. Fundraising and earned income streams are taking a hit. Other impacts will depend on sector
Should art historical or management credentials drive Board decision making?
Guest Writer Keri Vellis, President and Founder of Keri’s Kids, discusses the current state of the foster care system and the need for supportive
Todd Slisher, Executive Director of the Sloan Museum and Longway Planetarium, and Kay Schwartz, Director at Flint Public Library, discuss making learning fun and engaging as well as keeping Flint’s history alive.
Shannon Easter White, Trustee of The Flint Institute of Arts (FIA), discusses how the FIA collaborates with the community of Flint in ways that go beyond just art and culture.
The Flint Institute of Arts’ President of the Board of Directors Thomas Lillie, Trustee Kathryn Boles, Trustee Elizabeth Saab discuss the impact FIA has on their visitors and how the community of Flint helps shape the programs and exhibits the institute offers.
John Henry, Museum Director of The Flint Institute of Arts (FIA), discusses the FIA’s current programs and how art education is important for the growth of the community.
Elizabeth Murphy, Immediate Past President of the Board of Directors of The Flint Institute of Arts (FIA), discusses her time with the FIA and her excitement for its future.
Dr. Bobby Mukkamala, Flint community leader, medical doctor, and the Chair of the American Medical Association discusses Flint, the community, and the importance of The Flint Institute of Arts (FIA) to the community.
The Flint Institute of Arts (FIA) is the second-largest art museum in Michigan and one of the largest museum-connected community art schools in the United States. The FIA makes art accessible and inclusive to all members of their community through permanent collection and temporary exhibitions: guided tours; lectures and community dialogues; art classes, workshops, and studio demonstrations; gallery, studio, and outreach programs for PreK-12, Head Start, and homeschool students; films and videos; print, audio, and multimedia resources.
In this collaboration with The Flint Institute of Arts, we spoke to Flint community leaders and discusses the work they do to provide spaces of art and culture to the people of Flint, Michigan.
David Lewis, President and CEO of United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley, discusses how the organization serves its community by connecting organizations for health, safety and education with the community. He discusses the immense engagement of the community in giving and supporting important causes. This interview was produced in collaboration with PBS39 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
David Fagerstrom, President and CEO of Greater Valley YMCA, discusses the iconic organization’s mission and how it serves the specific needs of its community, especially child care and social services, and across all ages. This interview was produced in collaboration with PBS39 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
Lisa Walkiewicz, Executive Director of Via of the Lehigh Valley, explains some of the programs and services that Via offers for children and adults with disabilities in the region of Lehigh. The organization’s mission is to support persons with disabilities in leading successful, independent lives that are meaningful and rewarding. This interview was produced in collaboration with PBS39 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
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