Issue 2 – 2009

  Giving Back Smiles, Giving Back Hope
A free dental clinic may not be an obvious way to achieve mission, but for Alliance member Jewish Family & Career Services, a clinic is part of its holistic approach.

 

     
  High Performing Agencies Welcome Competition
Participating in the Alliance’s benchmarking initiative has helped members highlight strengths and identify areas for improvement. Results include higher operational efficiency, better financial management, and boosts in staff morale.

 

     
  Increasing Access to Federal Recovery Funds
The policy office is delivering on a promise to members by uncovering funding opportunities in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Staff offer tips and resources.

 

     
  Securing Their Place at the Table
Three Alliance members broaden their impact by working with, not for, immigrant communities.
     
  Revenue-Generating Partnership Opportunities
FEI Behavioral Health offers partnership opportunities for organizations and their staff, including a new leadership role for individuals with crisis response experience.
     

 
  Perspectives: ECSG, Value Partners Programs Save Members Time and Money
by Peter Goldberg
     
  Nonprofit Law: More Employees Covered Under New ADA Definition of 'Disability'
by Kathryn M. Vanden Berk

 

 

     
  Capitol Connection (New Column): Busy Times in Not-So-Sleepy Washington
by Patrick Lester
 
     
  Accreditation: Risk Management: A Tool for Sustainability
by Richard Klarberg
 
     
  Fund Development: Opportunities in Turbulent Times
by Bob Jones
 

 

     
  Executive Consultant Select Group Forum

Gather No Moss: Strategic Planning in Difficult Times
by Jean K. Elder, Ph.D., and David J. DeStefano

Make This a Priority: IRA Charitable Rollover
by Len Iaquinta

Applying Trauma Theory to Your Stressed Agency
by Sarah M. Yanosy