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Succession planning and finding the right executive leader are crucial steps for nonprofit organizations to ensure their continued effectiveness and impact. Gilman Partners hosted their annual nonprofit succession planning roundtable featuring: 

• Matthew Randazzo: CEO, Greater Cincinnati Foundation 

• Delores Hargrove-Young: Immediate Past Chair, Greater Cincinnati Foundation

• Brad McMonigle: CEO, St. Vincent de Paul Cincinnati 

• Alison Zlatic: District Council President/Board Member, St. Vincent de Paul Cincinnati 

Here are some valuable insights from the discussion to help guide nonprofit leaders and their Boards through successful transitions.

Initiating succession planning well in advance is a key strategy. One panelist stated that it’s never too early to get started and their leadership transition process lasted 14 months. Gilman Partners recommends a two year timeframe for a succession plan, which allows time to conduct an organizational assessment, build and gain consensus on the job description, solidify the priorities of the next CEO/Executive Director and evaluate how those priorities help advance the overall strategic plan. Should the Board decide to conduct an executive search, create a search committee, select the search firm, and begin the search process. 

It’s advisable to form a search committee with a mix of board members, donors, community representatives, and stakeholders. Include stakeholders who will see things differently but be equally tied to the organization’s mission. The panelists agreed that 5 or 6 people is a good amount to comprise the search committee. Remember that being part of a search committee is a time-consuming commitment, an average of 25-30 hours, so include members who are invested and willing to put in the extra work. 

A well-structured search committee, made up of individuals with diverse viewpoints and deep ties to the mission, can contribute valuable insights. The search committee should communicate with the full board and staff members at regular intervals in the search to keep everyone aware of the process. As one panelist said, “Unmet yet unspoken expectations create toxicity between Board and CEO.” One panelist mentioned the importance of not operating with an “insider’s group” and an “outsider’s group” and emphasized the importance of regular, transparent communication with board members, staff, and donors who are not on the search committee. Periods of transition naturally create uncertainty and people may tend to create their own narratives and wonder, “What does this mean for me?”  Even a brief email or short meeting can help maintain transparency. Communicate about the status of the process on a consistent basis while maintaining confidentiality of the candidates. 

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North Fairmount Community Center is grateful to the Edelweiss Foundation for supporting our children’s programming. These programs provide after-school help with homework, enrichment programs, fitness activities, field trips, summer day camp and more for children living in Cincinnati’s struggling westside neighborhoods.

Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is thrilled to announce a significant contribution of $250,000 from the Klekamp Family, in loving memory of Mrs. Marianne Klekamp, to establish The Marianne Klekamp Music Center. This generous gift represents a momentous step towards deepening the integration of music within Best Point's educational landscape, enriching the lives of our students, and extending the influence of musical arts.

New Perceptions has entered a partnership with professional volleyball player and local hero, Morgan Hentz. This collaboration aims to make a lasting impact on the lives of those facing intellectual and developmental challenges in the Northern Kentucky community.

bi3 announced it is awarding $6.5 million in grants to four Black women-led local nonprofit organizations to accelerate health equity, including Cradle Cincinnati, Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio, YWCA Greater Cincinnati and Me & She Doula Services. Funding will strengthen efforts to reduce infant mortality, improve birth outcomes for Black families and address social barriers to better health. More information can be found at bi3.org.

St. Vincent de Paul - Cincinnati (SVDP) is kicking off its 23^rd annual Coat Drive. SVDP, in partnership with St. Vincent de Paul Northern Kentucky, seeks to collect thousands of winter coats for neighbors in need this winter.

Join the event commemorating Cincinnati’s 1963 March for Freedom and Vote, Good Troublemakers, October 26, 7:00pm-8:30pm, Zion Baptist Church. Contact Ms. Jody Solomon, j.solomon@huc.edu for more information.

Santa Maria Community Services' new annual fundraiser, Passport to Success, was a tremendous success, raising over $90,000. Held at The Miami Township Event Center on October 5, 2023, the event celebrated cultural diversity and community.

Lighthouse Youth & Family Services is among the first in the country to receive a federal Runaway and Homeless Youth-Prevention Demonstration Program Award. Over the next three years, Lighthouse will help build a stronger community by developing a road map to prevent youth homelessness. The expected total award is $1,050,000.

People Working Cooperatively hosted its Annual Recognition Celebration at The Grand Ballroom in Covington on Wednesday, October 18, to recognize and honor the individuals and organizations in the community that have made an impact on its mission to save homes and restore pride. 

The Friends of the Harriet Beecher Stowe House would like to thank the Charles H. Dater Foundation for their generous $10,000 grant in support of 2024 Youth Programs. 

Lighthouse Youth & Family Services is grateful for the opportunity to partner with the new Jersey Mike’s in downtown Cincinnati for its grand opening fundraiser, raising $2,500 over five days.

Cincinnati Country Day School was awarded a Lemelson-MIT (LMIT) InvenTeam® grant in the amount of $7,500 to create an invention geared towards improving road bike safety. Country Day, which was recently ranked the #1 best high school for STEM in the Cincinnati area by niche.com, is one of only eight high schools nationwide to be selected to have an InvenTeam this year.

Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CABVI) is grateful to The Daniel and Susan Pfau Foundation for a $40,000 for CABVI’s Music Therapy Program. 

Impact 100 announces the launch of its 2024 grant process starting on Wednesday, November 8. An information session will be held virtually at 11:00 am, and the LOI application will be available on that same day. Nonprofits across the 10-county Greater Cincinnati region may apply for a $100,000 grant in the focus areas of Culture, Education, Environment, Family, or Health & Wellness. Learn more here.   

Main Street Ventures, an entrepreneur support organization providing equity-free funding to startups across the Tri-State region, is excited to announce that the application for 2024's Launch It: Cincy summer program for undergraduate students is now open. The program provides undergraduate entrepreneurs the opportunity to spend the summer living and working in Cincinnati while having access to office space, mentoring, finance support, and other resources to help grow their business ideas.

altafiber's Bell Charitable Foundation has funding available for programs serving OH, KY, IN and HI in Economic and Social Mobility, or Sustainability. Grants will be $25,000 on average. Our application can be found on bellfdn.org and is due on October 31. Contact bcf@altafiber.com with any questions.

The Junior League of Cincinnati (JLC) invites interested non-profit organizations to submit an application of interest for partnership and funding. We have a long history of creating and partnering with non-profit organizations in the Cincinnati area to address community needs. This year, our goal is to partner with an existing 501(c) (3) organization that has an idea of a new initiative or additional aspect of an existing program for the JLC to champion. We hope you will consider whether you have an opportunity the JLC can help to realize. Details about the application process, key dates and what you can expect from a JLC partnership are listed in the Information Packet and Phase 1 online application. 

The Power of Music (POM®) seeks to improve the lives of people who are isolated or detached from the broader community – e.g., people seeking food, shelter or medical care and people in group homes or senior and transitional living facilities – by connecting with them and bringing them the warmth and proven health benefits of live, in-person music performed by high school students. Interested in bringing the joy of music to your clients? Learn more and/or request a free performance here.

The Warren County Foundation is accepting applications for grant programs this fall including Impact Grants, Women's Fund, Mary Ann Klingling Trust, Discretionary Grants and the Warren County Environmental Forum. Grant Information: Warren County Foundation

The Reimagining Communities Match Program doubles donations for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) residents or BIPOC-led groups who crowdfund for projects that reimagine public spaces and infrastructure. This match program supports BIPOC residents and BIPOC-led unincorporated groups or small nonprofits (with budgets under $250,000) to crowdfund for projects that will radically reimagine public space or support the implementation of public infrastructure investment in their communities. More information and details on eligibility requirements can be found here.      

A competitive grant from the Department of Energy promoting energy efficiency in nonprofit facilities was recently announced. Faith communities may qualify for funding for energy efficiency improvements to their house of worship building, provided they own their building. Find more details about Faith Communities Go Green here. 

The Warren County Environmental Forum, in collaboration with the Warren County Foundation, is focused on developing and growing conservation funding support for individuals and businesses. Grant proposals are being accepted by the Warren County Foundation that demonstrate a positive environmental change or a conservation minded practice.

Interact for Health opened its first-round of 2023 grant applications. The $2.6M in funding are directly tied to the foundation’s new strategic plan, which will prioritize mental health and well-being with a strong focus on youth mental health, investments in policy and systems change, and building community power. For more information about funding opportunities and Interact for Health’s new strategic plan, visit their website.

Bethany Legacy Foundation grant application portal is launched and ready to receive applications. Non-profit organizations who serve youth, adults, and seniors in need are encouraged to develop initiatives and to apply for grants that fall within their funding priorities. Information can be found on their website or email bethany@bethanylegacy.org.

OneSource Center presents Crafting a Compelling Case for Support, Thursday, November 9, 9:00am – noon; in-person. Learn from a seasoned fundraising professional the skills required to develop a compelling fundraising message that resonates with donors, supporters, and stakeholders. This focused training will empower you to craft a case of support to use for your fundraising efforts. Fee: $35($25 for OneSource Members).  More information and registration.

Join the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce for its annual look at where the NKY Metro region and national economy is headed in the new year. Eggs 'N Issues: Regional Economic Outlook will be held on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, from 7:30am to 9:00am at Receptions Banquet and Conference Center – South. Panelists will address the economic factors and trends that will affect business owners into 2024. Pre-registration is required online.

Best Point Education & Behavioral Health appreciates volunteers who give their time and talent to support their mission. Best Point offers various volunteer opportunities throughout the year for individuals and groups. Find more information about Best Point’s work in the community and volunteer opportunities here.

Does your nonprofit have a community of constituents? There is something wrong with the world that is infecting social good. Our social connections are weak. In some cases, broken altogether. There is little trust between people. This lack of trust extends to social good organizations. The result? Our society is in decline, along with its support of social good.

Seeing (and seizing) the future A frequent dinner-time question when my children were young was, “If you could have one superpower, what would it be?” (followed by, “Do I really have to eat my vegetables?”) After a thoughtful exploration of super-human strength, telekinesis, invisibility, telepathy, shapeshifting and X-ray vision, I always settled on “seeing the future.”

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Executive Director, Pyramid Hill (Posted 10/26/2023) Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum seeks a community-minded, fiscally responsible, innovative team-builder as the next Executive Director. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of successful, visionary, collaborative, and empathetic leadership necessary to deliver all aspects of The Park's unique operations while also moving The Park forward on its strategic mission. Learn more…

Director of Development, Ken Anderson Alliance (Posted 10/26/2023) We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Director of Development to lead our fundraising efforts with a focus on donor cultivation and outreach. The Director of Development will play a key role in securing funding to support our programs and initiatives, researching and writing grants, as well as planning and executing successful fundraising events. Learn more…

Grants & Communication Specialist, Beech Acres Parenting Center (Posted 10/26/2023) Our organization is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented project manager and writer to join our team as a Grants and Communication Specialist. This individual will be responsible for managing a robust grants program to achieve meaningful revenue to support our programs, in addition to the creation and distribution of communication to amplify the community will and share stories of impact for Beech Acres Parenting Center to the public. Learn more…

Resource Coordinator, Rees E. Price Academy, Activities Beyond the Classroom (Posted 10/26/2023) To support the district-wide community learning center initiative of creating schools as centers of community, the Resource Coordinator will initiate, facilitate, and maintain programs and strategies that are aligned with the school academic goals, as well as youth and community development objectives. He/she develops, promotes and furthers the wisest use of community resources to create optimal positive impact by enhancing community and individual assets, meeting critical human service needs, and promoting long-term community solutions. Learn more…

Chief Accountant, Salvation Army (Posted 10/26/2023) Responsible for all phases of the accounting system and the payroll system. Supervises the Payroll Administrator, Cincinnati City Accountant, Accountant II, Accounting Administrators, Electronic Data Processing Operator, and Finance Clerk. Learn more…

Customized Employment Specialist, Genesis at Work Foundation (Posted 10/26/2023) The Genesis at Work Foundation is looking for a full time Customized Employment Specialist to work with job seekers and local employers to find meaningful work for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Learn more…

Special Events Manager, Stepping Stones, Inc. (Posted 10/19/2023) This position is responsible for planning, organizing, managing and executing special events for Stepping Stones. The purpose of these events is to raise funds while also introducing new friends and donors to the agency. This person will also be responsible for directing the activities of volunteers and staff who are assisting with the planning and execution of special events. Learn more…

Vice President of Prevention, Women Helping Women (Posted 10/19/2023) The Vice President of Prevention is responsible for amplifying the execution of WHW’s Prevention strategies in the education, community and workplace systems. Leads through cross-sector collaborations to lift up prevention as an effective tool to address the public health epidemic of gender-based violence. Learn more….

Director of Institutional Advancement, Art Academy of Cincinnati (Posted 10/19/2023) As the Art Academy’s principal fundraising professional, the Director of Institutional Advancement (DIA) will spearhead development strategy and plans to drive dynamic financial growth and stability for the school. The DIA will work closely with President to achieve the fundraising goals for the institution. The position will provide strategic leadership, responsible for major gifts, corporate sponsorship and contributions, grants, alumni relations, annual campaigns and events, and a 2025 Capital campaign. Learn more…

Care Coordinator, United Way of Greater Cincinnati (Posted 10/192023) The 211 Care Coordinator assists residents in connecting to social service support by assessing needs and making referrals within a network of partnering organizations. Learn more…

Director, Eastern Area, United Way of Greater Cincinnati (Posted 10/19/2023) United Way of Greater Cincinnati has an immediate opening for a Director, Eastern Area to provide leadership to and coordination of United Way efforts in Clermont and Brown Counties in Ohio. Learn more…

College/Alumni Success Coordinator, Boys Hope Girls Hope Cincinnati (Posted 10/19/2023) The College/Alumni Success Coordinator identifies best practices for college access, affordability and success initiatives; supports finding resources for Boys Hope Girls Hope collegians and alumni and assists online and on-ground training and related evaluations to staff to support college-preparation and post-secondary programming. Learn more…

Academy Success Coordinator, Boys Hope Girls Hope Cincinnati (Posted 10/19/2023) The Academy Success Coordinator serves as the lead staff for the overall operation of the Boys Hope Girls Hope Cincinnati Academy Program for scholars, including school year and summer programs. Learn more…

Volunteer Coordinator – Ohio Senior Medicare Patrol, Pro Seniors (Posted 10/19/2023) Pro Seniors is seeking a dedicated professional to join our Ohio SMP team. The individual will be responsible for the recruitment, training, continued engagement, management and recognition of volunteers statewide, and managing the volunteer component of the SMP database. Learn more…

Paralegal Advocate, Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati (Posted 10/19/2023) We seek to hire a full-time Paralegal Advocate who will work with the Legal Aid Housing and Consumer Teams to help families prevent the loss of housing as a result of eviction, foreclosure, or unsafe housing conditions. Learn more…

CEO/Executive Director, Breakthrough Cincinnati (Posted 10/12/2023) BTC is looking for an innovative, experienced and driven individual to lead our organization. Breakthrough Cincinnati provides a rigorous four-year college-preparatory summer learning program for high-need and high-potential middle school students while inspiring and training college students to become the next generation of teachers. The ED is responsible for advancing the mission and strategic plan of the organization reporting to the Board of Directors. Primary responsibilities include fundraising, fiscal management, driving sustainable growth and partnership opportunities, marketing, evaluation of results and leading a committed team. Learn more…

Senior Accounting Manager, Women Helping Women (Posted 10/12/2023) The Senior Accounting Manager’s primary responsibility is to provide support to the Accounting and HR functions at the Agency. This position will assist with day-to-day operations to ensure accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll are processed timely and accurately. This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation and the support of budget and forecasting activities. Learn more…

Program Officer, LISC Greater Cincinnati (Posted 10/12/2023) LISC Greater Cincinnati seeks an individual with passion to join our highly productive and capable team as Home Repair Program Officer. This person will provide staff leadership and oversight for the home repair program to advance the Housing Our Future strategy. The home repair loan program is designed to support homeowners in Hamilton County to invest in their homes and communities by promoting revitalization, stabilizing aging housing stock, and increasing home values with a goal to build generational wealth for families. Learn more…

Executive Assistant, ArtWorks (Posted 10/12/2023) The person in this position will report directly to the CEO, providing executive support in a one-on-one working relationship. The Executive Assistant also serves as a liaison to the board of directors and senior management teams; organizes and coordinates executive outreach and external relations efforts, coordinates internal events, manages vendor relations, and collects and manages information. Learn more…

Development Director, Cancer Family Care (Posted 10/12/2023) We’re seeking an experienced, results-oriented fundraiser with strong communication, relationship management, and organizational skills. The ideal candidate will be collaborative yet also able to work independently. The position will be responsible for working with a team to plan and execute a comprehensive development strategy while cultivating current and prospective future donors. Learn more…

Chapter Operations Manager, First Tee Greater Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky (Posted 10/12/2023) Our organization is hiring a multi-skilled administrative professional to think at a systems level while delivering an attention to detail and operational excellence every day. This pivotal role supports our mission to deliver life and character skills through the game of golf to over 20,000 kids and teens across our region on courses, in schools and in community centers across our 7-county footprint. Learn more…

Aging Specialist, Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati (Posted 10/12/2023) This role will focus on the needs of adults with Down syndrome over the age of 35, as their needs are complex, diverse, and ever-changing. Some of those needs might include future planning, healthy aging, caregiver support, and independence skills. The person in this role must be comfortable balancing the demands of providing education and support to families and care providers of older adults with DS and have program development and management skills. Learn more…

Children’s Services Worker, Job and Family Services (Part-time Intake, Non-Field–Day Hours) (Posted 10/5/2023) Are you interested in serving our community and helping to protect our county’s most vulnerable children? At Hamilton County Children’s Services, this is what we do every day. We are looking for compassionate, tenacious workers who are dedicated to engaging families and ensuring that children are safe. Learn more…

Children’s Services Worker, Job and Family Services (Part-time Intake Worker After Hours) (Posted 10/5/2023) This is a critical role that directly impacts the outcomes of the children and families whom we serve. This role may be a good fit if you excel in interpersonal communication, problem-solving, and enjoy a fast-paced work environment. Learn more…  

Outpatient Therapist, DCCH Center for Children and Families (Posted 10/5/2023) DCCH is nationally accredited and promotes a culture of continuous improvement. In addition, we promote Trauma Informed principles in all we do. We work as a team and support our staff so they can provide the best services possible to our clients. The therapist shall be sensitive and responsive to cultural differences, which are present in the organization’s service population. In addition, this person must promote and support principles of Trauma Informed Care (TIC) throughout the agency. Learn more…

Director of Development, American Sign Museum (Posted 10/5/2023) The American Sign Museum (ASM) is seeking an experienced, results-oriented fundraiser with strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills for a Director of Development leadership position. This detail-oriented self-starter will be responsible for building and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy while cultivating the Museum’s next generation of donors. Learn more…

Children’s Services Caseworker, Job and Family Services (Posted 10/5/2023) In this full-time role you will support children and families by keeping children safe and advocating for families. We offer a comprehensive training program for all new hires, including classroom training, shadowing, virtual reality experience, coaching, and engagement with our regional training center. This is a critical role that directly impacts the outcomes of the children and families whom we serve. Learn more…

Strategic Director, Family & Community Services, 4C for Children (Posted 10/5/2023) As the Strategic Director, Family & Community Services, you will oversee the teams dedicated to helping struggling families within our community by providing child care education, training, and support. You will help 4C reach even more families by developing and overseeing new outreach strategies. Additionally, the Strategic Director, Family & Community Services, will provide community, program and process insight that will directly impact the improvement and implementation of both existing and new services/programs. Learn more…

Medical Case Manager - Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Caracole (Posted 9/28/2023) This is a hybrid position; in a 5 day workweek, the employee typically works 2 or 3 days in the office and 2 or 3 days remote from home. This position provides medical case management services for individuals and families living with HIV/AIDS. Learn more…

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