Message from the Interim Executive Director |
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Dear Colleague,
How are you? It was so energizing to attend the NAMC Summer Mixer – with so many colleagues and old friends – and so inspiring to learn more about the racial equity training, consulting, and coaching provided by our special guests, the National Coalition Building Institute.
I know I am more inspired than ever by your work and the stories you share about what you are learning, how you are partnering with the people most affected, and the impact you are making every day in the face of exhausting circumstances and so much uncertainty. As we look ahead, we hope you and your team continue to draw courage and support from your NAMC connections – as well as the resources we provide through newsletters and bulletins and the events and training we produce – whether you attend in person or remotely.
Meanwhile, please register to join us for the annual awards breakfast on September 24 -- complete with great performances and tributes and the Red-Carpet Gallery. (And, as always, If there is any chance you are ready to get more involved – just let us know anytime!)
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Paulette Lynch
Interim Executive Director
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8th Annual Nonprofit Awards Celebration: September 24, 2021
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Recognition of 2021 Nominees
Salute to Outstanding Nonprofits,
Tribute to Unsung Heroes
Perry G. Flicker Award Recipient
Katy Castagna, United Way Monterey County
Plus: Red Carpet! Performances! Treats!
Advance Tickets: Members - $40; Non-Members; $45
(Starting September 21 - $50)
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Join your friends and colleagues throughout the county for another wonderful celebration in honor of the great valor, ingenuity, and dedication of our nonprofit colleagues throughout the county. Once again, we feature wonderful tributes to outstanding agencies and extra special presentations to our unsung heroes! We are also thrilled to present the Perry Flicker Leadership Award to Katy Castagna – Executive Director, United Way Monterey County -- for her extraordinary leadership throughout the county throughout the pandemic.
These celebrations are always inspiring, heartwarming, and encouraging.
Join us -- in person or virtually. We will be in person at Embassy Suites from 8:00 am to 10:00 am – festivities are complete with red carpet, a bountiful breakfast, great music, and a dynamic presentation of awards. Registration is open now with no charge for attending virtually. TICKETS: Now through September 21 -- Individual Tickets: $40; Reserved Table of 10 - $400. Starting September 22 – $50 per ticket; We will also present the entire celebration virtually at no cost – in real-time and on-demand. Please note that for in-person participation, we do require proof of vaccinations – bring your card or download your QR Code at My Vaccine Record. (The only acceptable alternative is proof of negative Covid test within the previous 72 hours.)
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Monterey County Budget Info and Insights |
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Whether or not your agency has a contract with the county now, spending by the county deeply affects your clients, your team, and your capacity to move your mission forward. At NAMC’s March 2021 Mixer our featured speaker Monterey County Supervisor (District 4) Wendy Root Askew provided an amazing roadmap to the process-- including how priorities are developed and expressed. To view her presentation, visit this link on the NAMC website: Monterey County Budget Process and Priorities
On June 22, 2021, the Monterey County Board of Supervisors passed its budget for this next fiscal year. The total of $1.7 billion is a $16.2 million increase over last year’s budget. The Californian article by Angelica Cabral provides a great breakdown of revenue and expenses along with insights on current challenges and the future direction of our region. Californian Article Provides County Budget Breakdowns and Insights
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Wonderful to see colleagues from around the county at our July mixer at Bayonet Blackhorse with special guest Sue Parris with National Coalition Building Institute leaders, On-the-Spot interviews by Lisa Griffin Burns, music by Gabe Peterson Trio, and great treats!
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Caroline Haskell and Brian Coppenock with National Coalition Building Institute |
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NAMC Committee Member Lisa Griffin Burns with Jessica McKillip, Executive Director, Independent Transportation Network |
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CA Nonprofit of the Year 2021 for our Districts – selected by both Assemblymember Robert Rivas and Senator Anna Caballero for their extraordinary efforts throughout the pandemic. Clinica de Salud del Valle de Salinas operates 12 locations in Monterey County, including King City, Greenfield, Soledad, Gonzales, and Salinas. Clinica de Salud del Valle de Salinas (CSVS) was founded in 1980 by community members determined to ensure that basic health care was available to all residents of Monterey County, with a focus on families working in the agriculture industry.
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INTERIM held a groundbreaking event for the Sun Rose Apartments on Aug. 19, with dignitaries including Rep. Jimmy Panetta (D-Ca.), Salinas Mayor Kimbley Craig, and chair of the Monterey County Board of Supervisors, Wendy Root Askew! The event was held at the site at 439 Soledad St., in Salinas. SunRose Apartments will provide nine units of low-cost, supported permanent housing in studio/one-bedroom apartments for adults with psychiatric disabilities, as well as an eight-bedroom shared residence for adults who are homeless or are at risk of homelessness due to psychiatric disabilities.
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SUSIE BRUSA, former Executive Director of RANCHO CIELO is now District Director for Congressman Jimmy Panetta! Susie led Rancho Cielo through twelve amazing years of growth and innovation. CONGRATULATIONS to Rancho Cielo’s former Deputy Director CECILIA ROMERO (member of the NAMC Leadership Team) who has been appointed Interim Executive Director. Rancho Cielo’s motto is Building Skills, Transforming Lives. Their programs combine resources of their natural landscape with their partnerships with the local community, educational and law enforcement agencies.
We want to congratulate you, too!
Subject Line: NAMC CONGRATULATIONS
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Thinking About Leadership? |
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If you are ready for a leadership role – today is the perfect time to start. Join the NAMC membership team, awards celebration team, advocacy strategies program team, or marketing team. Each group meets for just one hour once a month – either in person or by zoom for planning. Most team members spend a few hours per month on projects and events related to their team. Share your insights and gain new perspectives; share your expertise and gain new skills. Just send a note of interest today to paulettelynch12@gmail.com.
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DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Seaside, CA; Full-Time
DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
Monterey; Full-Time
VP, FINANCE
Monterey; Full-Time
COMMUNITY RELATIONS MANAGER
Monterey; Full-Time
PRESIDENT AND CEO
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In Memory of Alfred Diaz-Infante |
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We join everyone around the county in offering our condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Alfred Diaz-Infante -- 2018 Recipient of the Nonprofit Alliance for Monterey County Perry G. Flicker Leadership Award. Alfred was President and CEO of CHISPA (Community Housing Improvement Systems and Planning Association), the largest private, nonprofit housing developer based in Monterey County. He was honored by NAMC and many others over the years for his leadership in building bridges and working tirelessly to build a thriving community. He served as a board member for many nonprofit organizations including the Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare System, Hartnell College Foundation, Community Foundation for Monterey County, York School, and Youth Orchestra of Salinas (YoSal).
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The Center for Nonprofit Excellence (CNE) of the Community Foundation for Monterey County works with nonprofits of all types and sizes to be stronger, more resilient, and equitable. We help staff, boards, and volunteers make meaningful connections to one another and to resources www.cfmco.org/cne.
Our Organizational Development (OD) grants, for example, support projects around diversity, equity, and inclusion, executive transitions, planning, and more. www.cfmco.org/od.
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Thank You to Our Sponsors |
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