KenCrest’s Post

It was an honor to serve RaiseUp Families as their Executive Director for nearly 4 years. In that time, the organization experienced unprecedented growth: ✅ Expanded Board of Directors by 50% ✅ Doubled the number of families (clients) being served ✅ Client outcomes improved by 100% (average income increase in signature 9-month HandUp program went from 35% - 71%) ✅ Client graduation rate improved from 80% to 91% ✅ Revenue growth from $450,000 to $1,000,015 (donations from private sources) These outcomes are a result of the Board of Directors and staff working together towards a common goal, each person utilizing their unique skills and abilities in their individual role to help the bus arrive at its desired destination. They are the result of hours and hours of innovation, hard work, and determination. As RaiseUp Families celebrates its 30th Anniversary of stabilizing families from vulnerable communities who face unexpected financial crises so their children can focus on their education, giving them the opportunity for a better life, it needs a full-time leader with passion, vision, and experience to lead it forward. I could not be happier that Kate Yadan will pick up this torch and lead RaiseUp into the future! "We know that change is a natural part of life, and those who embrace it grow while those who do not slowly die, metaphorically. Two of the largest obstacles to change are ego and pride. Moving out of our own way is the toughest battle most of us will face. Giving up our seat for someone else, stepping down when it's time for someone else to step up, and gracefully exiting when we have added all the value we can, are what we should all strive for." -Angela Burgess, Are You on the Right Bus?

Next week, leaders in the criminal justice sector from all 50 states will be convening at the National Summit to Advance States’ Criminal Justice Priorities. States face numerous and pressing criminal justice challenges that directly impact communities and agencies across multiple levels of government. At the summit, attendees will learn how to address challenges through data-driven strategies and will hear directly from criminal justice leaders who have been at the forefront of research-backed and collaboratively developed policy innovations. The summit is co-hosted by CJI, the CSG Justice Center, and the CNA Corporation, and is supported by @OJP Bureau of Justice Assistance, Arnold Ventures, and The Pew Charitable Trusts. #CJSummit23 #JusticeReinvestment #CriminalJustice

What would your kids say if you told them you were giving away their inheritance to charity? That’s the question NCF giver, Jeff Rutt, CEO and founder of Keystone Custom Homes, and his wife, Sue, faced when they approached their three adult children about giving away their family business through NCF. Find out how this ordinary family who founded HOPE International, an extraordinary Christian micro-finance ministry, has built a legacy of generosity to honor God for generations to come – and how you can, too. https://lnkd.in/enVikiAG

I believe WE are ALL made for impact. Whether you're revolutionizing collegiate and soon-to-be professional sports, launching a new venture (details coming soon 😎 ), or working a part-time job, we all have the opportunity to see our neighbors and contribute something meaningful. Here's to each of us improving some part of our world. #Leadership #Kindness #Impact #Perspective

Love your eye ❤️ Ainak is a Silicon Valley nonprofit, in providing free eye exams and prescription eyeglasses to the under-resourced children in California. Ainak's mission is a powerful commitment to ensuring that no child is left behind in their educational journey due to the financial constraints of their parents or guardians in affording proper eye care. We believe in providing every child with the opportunity to achieve a 20/20 vision, recognizing that this not only supports their academic success but also cultivates the confidence necessary for them to thrive in life and pursue their dreams. The statistics further underscore the urgency and significance of our mission. A staggering 62 million Americans lack access to essential eye care and eyeglasses, creating a substantial gap in addressing visual health needs. Equally concerning is the fact that over 300,000 children commence their school year each September with vision impairment, underscoring the critical nature of our work. Alarming is the diagnosis of vision impairment in 1 in 3 preschool-aged children. This statistic emphasizes the crucial role Ainak plays in intervening at an early age to prevent not only immediate hindrances to learning but also to avert potentially severe eye health problems as these children mature.

Learn how a trust can help you define how you want your life’s work and wealth to benefit the people and causes you love and care for. https://mgstn.ly/3Yhnrrc

What a great organization helping another great organization