In a recent article for Grantmakers in Health, Rick Ybarra, senior program officer at the Hogg Foundation, explores how philanthropy can contribute to supporting and building a stronger, more robust, and durable nonprofit sector.
Philanthropy has forever espoused the term “sustainability.” We ask in grant applications and in our conversations with grant partners: “What’s your sustainability plan?” and “How do you plan to sustain your program once the grant ends?” Read more…
EVENT | Travis County Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition Meeting
YSAPC members will engage in a conversation about what Sobering Center staff are seeing and connect about existing prevention efforts…
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The First Step Is Trust
Doing the hard work of broadening our partnerships allows us to address community trauma where it is needed the most.
Creating Conditions for Better Conversations
How shifts in facilitation can help differing groups communicate more effectively through complex issues they face.
How Changing Ourselves Can Change Systems
First, look within. Humility and authenticity are at the heart of a person’s ability to build relationships.
Recruiting and Engaging Diverse, Committed Collaborative Members
When inviting prospective members, involve someone who has a connection with the person.