Centurions NOW - January 13, 2020

Jan 13, 2020

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WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP FORUM

Register now for the 2020 Women’s Forum “Five Networking Tips for Women” which will provide a brief overview of the Coffee Lunch Coffee Networking Program, including specific tips targeted at maximizing networking effectiveness as women. ALL are invited (men, please join us!) to participate in the event featuring Alana Muller, author of Coffee Lunch Coffee: A Practical Field Guide for Master Networking. Alana Muller will lead the audience through an interactive session. Participants will leave with increased knowledge of how to develop authentic relationships in the workplace, how to effectively connect with other professionals, and how to offer support to each other to yield better results. Following Alana's presentation there will be time to connect and network with fellow participants. Register here >>

FALL

RECRUIT, RECRUIT, RECRUIT!

With one information session remaining, don’t wait any longer to send a potential Centurion our way. Have them join us at our last (!!) Centurions Information Session of this recruiting season on Thursday, January 16 in the KC Chamber Board Room at 8:00 a.m. Register here >>

BONUS: We’re hosting an application workshop on January 28 as an opportunity to review Centurions hopefuls’ application with an active Centurion prior to submission. Register here >>

The Centurions application is now open and is due February 1, 2020. The application and more information about the Centurions Leadership Program can be found here.

NONPROFIT BOARD BASICS

Many Centurions serve or plan to serve on a board to have a substantial and ongoing impact in our community. Board service is also an effective way to grow your professional network and develop leadership skills.

Set yourself up for success! This is your chance to get the answers to all the questions you have, and some you didn’t even know you had, about serving on a nonprofit board. Luann Feehan, President & CEO of Nonprofit Connect, will explore the basics, challenges and trends of board service. Luann is a Certified BoardSource Governance Trainer and experienced nonprofit board member. This event takes place at Nonprofit Connect on April 21 at 8 a.m. Register here >>

OPEN BOARD POSITIONS

American Wolf Foundation - Mission: Our vision is to see all American wolf species thriving in the wild and coexisting with humans. Our mission is to unite key stakeholders to ensure conflict-free conservation.

Marlborough Community Coalition – Mission: The Marlborough Community Coalition (MCC) is an association of residents, businesses, and partners for our diverse and historic neighborhood that serves to promote the neighborhood as a healthy, sustainable, and vibrant community by: Engaging residents, institutions, and businesses; Finding innovative solutions to entrenched urban problems and misconceptions; Utilizing housing, green space, and the arts as core revitalization approaches; and Advocating for equitable treatment and resources.

City In Motion Dance Theater – Mission: City in Motion Dance Theater, Inc. was founded with the mission to foster the development of high-quality contemporary dance programming and expand the dance audience in the Kansas City metropolitan region. Over the past 30 years, that mission has evolved to include providing a welcoming, non-competitive home for Kansas Citians of all ages who want to learn any of a number of forms of dance, including ballet, hip hop, jazz, modern, tap, and numerous other ethnic and specialty styles.

HopeBUILDERS Home Repair – Mission: to help people in the greater Kansas City metropolitan area throughout the year live in safety, comfort and dignity by providing accessibility solutions and home repairs to financially-challenged and underserved elderly individuals and people or families with disabilities.

Tomlin Academy Early Childhood – Mission: The purpose of Tomlin Academy Early Childhood Center, Inc is to bring together individuals interested in promoting academic excellence, engaging in community events, and raising funds to supplement funds for Tomlin Academy LLC.

Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity – Mission: Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity (THHFH) is a Christian organization that builds and rehabilitates simple, decent houses with the help of homeowner families and volunteers. Truman Habitat is an affiliate office of Habitat for Humanity International and works to improve the living conditions for low-income families in Eastern Jackson County, Missouri.

Urban Ranger Corps – Mission: The mission of the Urban Ranger Corps is to help prepare at-risk inner city youth for responsible and productive futures through a program of disciplined work experience and service in their community; leadership development; and individualized planning for post-High School careers.

REMINDER: SIGN UP TO ACCESS SERVICE PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERMARK

All volunteer opportunities are now open to both classes and are on a first-come, first-served basis. We have moved to one calendar on VolunteerMark that everyone will use to sign up for opportunities. This was the overwhelming feedback that volunteer opportunities are a great way to have both classes connect. This also means that opportunities are open “year-round” for everyone, which we will track by program year (Fall: July 1-June 30 and Spring: Feb 1-Jan 31).

Ready to serve? Check out VolunteerMark for a few opportunities that are still in need of volunteers. Check the calendar regularly as new projects are added weekly and look for newsletter announcements or GroupMe to sign-up for projects in which spots still need to be filled.

Upcoming Projects In Need of Volunteers:

January 14: Genesis Tutoring
January 15: MHAF Winter Storm
January 16: MHAF Winter Storm
January 26: Groundhog Run 2020
January 28: Genesis Tutoring
February 4: Genesis Tutoring
February 8: HopeBUILDERS Ramp Project

SPRING

RECRUIT, RECRUIT, RECRUIT!

BONUS: We’re hosting an application workshop on January 28 as an opportunity to review Centurions hopefuls’ application with an active Centurion prior to submission. Register here >>

The Centurions application is now open and is due February 1, 2020. The application and more information about the Centurions Leadership Program can be found here.

BY INVITATION, CLUB 40 CELEBRATION

Celebrate all of the time spent by Centurions generously SERVING the community in so many ways! This event recognizes those that have exceeded 40 hours of service this year or have an upcoming volunteer shift that will push you across the 40 hour mark, just in time for the celebration! Invitations will be sent in early January to those who meet the 40 hour requirement. If you hit 40 hours, make sure to hold January 21 at 6 p.m. in your calendar! Register here >>

CENTURIONS GRADUATION

Thursday, January 30
6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
They’ve learned, they’ve served and they’ve led. Now, join us as they graduate! The Social Committee cordially invites you to gather with your fellow Centurions and their guests as we celebrate the important work that the Second Years have achieved during their time with us. We’ll also announce the winners of three big honors—Centurion of the Year, Outstanding First Year and Taskforce of the Year. Both classes of the Spring Cohort are encouraged to attend this “year-end” wrap party, and each Active is welcome to bring one guest. Business casual/cocktail attire is recommended and beverages/bites will be served. This event is open to all Spring Actives and their guests. Cheers! Register here >>

OPEN BOARD POSITIONS

REMINDER: SIGN UP TO ACCESS SERVICE PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERMARK

All volunteer opportunities are now open to both classes and are on a first-come, first-served basis. We have moved to one calendar on VolunteerMark that everyone will use to sign up for opportunities. This was the overwhelming feedback that volunteer opportunities are a great way to have both classes connect. This also means that opportunities are open “year-round” for everyone which we will track by program year (Fall: July 1-June 30 and Spring: Feb 1-Jan 31).

Upcoming Projects In Need of Volunteers:

January 14: Genesis Tutoring
January 15: MHAF Winter Storm
January 16: MHAF Winter Storm
January 26: Groundhog Run 2020
January 28: Genesis Tutoring
February 4: Genesis Tutoring
February 8: HopeBUILDERS Ramp Project

ALUMNI

RECRUIT, RECRUIT, RECRUIT!

BONUS: We’re hosting an application workshop on January 28 as an opportunity to review Centurions hopefuls’ application with an active Centurion prior to submission. Register here >>

The Centurions application is now open and is due February 1, 2020. The application and more information about the Centurions Leadership Program can be found here.