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Amplify,
Every other month, we bring you a few stories of impact so you can join us in celebrating the incredible outcomes that occur when the body of Christ works together.
In this month's newsletter, you will find:
- Andrea McMaster Named Amplify's Next President
- Fundraising Event Recap
- Partner Shout-Out: Joe Kirk
- Learning Academy Welcomes 30 Nonprofits
- Ripples of Impact
- Ministry Milestones
- November Group Meeting Details
Thank you for your continued support and engagement with Amplify. We are truly grateful for your presence and partnership - it's what makes all of this possible!
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Up Next:
Mark your calendar for our upcoming meeting dates!
- November 19
- January 14
- March 18
All meetings will be held at Christ Presbyterian Church in Edina beginning at 5:00 p.m.
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Amplify Names Andrea McMaster President | |
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After a thoughtful search conducted over the past several months, we are excited to share the news Andrea McMaster, a strategic communications and public relations leader, has been selected to succeed Julie Eide as President of Amplify Mission Network.
Andrea brings more than 25 years of leadership in relationship management, strategic communications, media relations, and news reporting. Andrea’s first day with Amplify will be October 1 and she will assume responsibilities of President on November 20.
With the support of Amplify’s amazing team and all of you, Andrea will continue to build and strengthen Amplify’s work to connect business leaders with emerging, faith-based nonprofits for greater impact.
Please join us in welcoming Andrea to Amplify! Read the full press release and learn more about Andrea here.
Be sure to join us at our November 19 group meeting to celebrate and thank Julie for her amazing leadership and welcome Andrea to the Amplify family.
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Amplify Raises $111,400 at Fundraiser! | |
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On Friday, September 6th, a record number of 800+ business, community, and ministry leaders filled the pews of Christ Presbyterian Church for Amplify’s 6th annual fundraising event, Rewrite The Rules, raising $86,240. With additional gifts given in the past few weeks, we have raised an additional $25,000 bringing the grand total to $111,400!
Thank you to all the partners and guests who were in attendance! We are so grateful for your support in our single fundraising event of the year.
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Partner Shout-Out: Joe Kirk | |
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Joe Kirk, realtor with Lakes Sotheby's International Realty, was first exposed to Amplify after receiving an invitation from Julie to the virtual fundraiser in 2020. Kirk shared, "I have been a proud sponsor of the annual fundraiser since and can't believe the growth Amplify has experienced in the last four and a half years."
Over the past four years, Kirk has generously given his time to numerous nonprofit leaders as a coach, consultant, and mentor.
Kirk shared, "One of my favorite experiences was being a coach for Ashley Moore with C.A.S.T. Seeing Ashley present at Amplify and get focused and actionable feedback from the audience meant the world to me. It speaks to the real reason we all get involved and that is to give."
A natural connector, Joe has taken an active role in sharing about Amplify's work in the community and inviting like-minded individuals into Amplify. Most recently he invited more than 30 people to our fundraising event! He also facilitated an invitation for Amplify to speak at his local Rotary club and share as a guest on the Searching for Service podcast, hosted by his wife, Kelly.
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"I have always loved the idea of helping those who are doing good in this world. If that isn't Amplify I don't know what is. These emerging ministries have bootstrapped their organizations and most times are seeking ways to scale or take advantage of opportunities they would like to explore. The power of one person in the room making a difference for these ministries is incredible - and it happens more often than not. I am impacted each and every time I am part of an Amplify meeting. It's hard not to be when you are in a room full of people who want to help others improve and grow."
Thank you Joe for so generously giving your time, talent, and network to bring meaningful impact to Amplify!
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30 Nonprofit Leaders Join Learning Academy Cohorts | |
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Amplify's Learning Academy recently entered its seventh year, welcoming two new cohorts of nonprofit leaders enrolled in the Nonprofit Leader Track and Mid Management Track.
The first of nine monthly Learning Academy workshop sessions kicked off on Thursday, September 12 at Treehouse in St. Louis Park. A special thanks to Peter Bailey, President of the Prouty Project, for starting us off with an engaging and insightful session on Leading and Aligning with Insights.
Through the Learning Academy, Nonprofit Directors gather for one large group workshop style session and one small group mastermind session each month. Topics range from digital marketing, program evaluation, fundraising strategies, exploratory leadership, and more!
Participating in this year's Learning Academy tracks, are a record number 30 nonprofit leaders representing 26 organizations.
To enhance the learning, each nonprofit leader enrolled in the Learning Academy is paired up with an Amplify partner who serves as a mentor, offering encouragement, support, and a place to process what they are learning!
URGENT NEED:
If you are interested in serving as a mentor for one of the nonprofit leaders enrolled in our Learning Academy, please let us know. We still have a few spots left to fill this week! Contact julie@amplifymission.org.
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"It’s a privilege to support the development of these nonprofit leaders who are so tirelessly serving in communities here and around the world. I look forward to seeing how this group will grow, collaborate, and amplify their impact to serve their communities even more effectively in the months ahead."
- Julie Eide, President
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Take a look at these exciting milestones for a few of our past presenting ministries! | |
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Bravo Zulu House
Construction is Under Way
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Exciting developments are underway at Bravo Zulu House as they move closer to realizing their vision of the first all-military sober home. On September 20th, they officially broke ground on the new home!
Shortly after, they received a significant gift, pushing their fundraising total past $900,000. With just $300,000 remaining, they are nearing the finish line for their campaign goal!
A heartfelt thank you to Amplify Partner, Scott Rile, for his continued involvement and mentorship to Tim Murray, and for hosting an awareness event on October 8th for Bravo Zulu House.
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Lift Up
Lift Up Local has Launched
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We’re excited to announce that Shane O'Rourke, who presented to Amplify in July 2022, has officially launched Lift Up Local, the local-community focused version of his platform!
During his presentation, Shane invited our network to brainstorm ideas to boost visibility for this exciting new project. Thanks to that collaborative effort and his hard work, the platform is now live and ready to make an impact.
Be sure to check it out here, and then take a moment to send Shane your feedback and a word of encouragement as he continues to grow this incredible initiative!
Congratulations, Shane, on this exciting milestone!
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JCS Sober Living
First Home Purchased
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We are thrilled to share that Jenny Gaines, founder of JCS Sober Living and a presenting ministry in May 2023, has just achieved a major milestone—she’s purchased her first JCS home!
This dream, long in the making, became a reality thanks to the invaluable support of Amplify partners Clinton Rooney and Forest Green. They provided guidance and services throughout the process, ensuring a smooth and successful home purchase.
Owning the home not only represents a dream achieved for Jenny but also strengthens the foundation of JCS Sober Living, further contributing to the organization's long-term sustainability and success.
Congratulations, Jenny, on this well-deserved accomplishment!
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Join Our Next Group Meeting in November! | |
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Be Part of Something Bigger
Don’t miss the opportunity to use your God-given talents and expertise to make a lasting impact. Together, we’ll share meaningful insights, build powerful connections, and help propel organizations toward new levels of growth. Your voice matters, and your participation could be the key to unlocking the next breakthrough for one of the organizations below!
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Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2023
5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Christ Presbyterian Church, Edina
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Amplify Mission Network is a 501(c)(3) which funds opportunities to connect Christian business leaders with emerging Minnesota ministries to amplify Christ's work in the world. Support the work of Amplify with a tax-deductible gift today.
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