Jul 18, 2019 | All Alumni, Nonprofit News
Better Decisions was started as a program under the umbrella of other nonprofits in 1985 before being as incorporated as a 501(c)(3) in 1999. Its mission is to teach and foster decision-making and life-planning skills among women who are incarcerated to reduce recidivism among female offenders and to break the inter-generational cycle of crime by teaching women (most of whom are mothers) how to gain more control over their lives by setting goals, deciding rather than reacting, and making and sticking to concrete plans for changing their attitudes and behaviors. The nonprofit is looking for board members with skills in legal, accounting/finance, social science research (non-medical), media/publishing or general. If interested, contact board member Erika Tennant at tennant.erika@gmail.com or (814) 442-3648. To learn more about Better Decisions, visit the website here.
Jul 17, 2019 | All Alumni, Nonprofit News
Staff and board members of nonprofit organizations, social enterprises, and government agencies are invited to attend the Nonprofit Roundtable on “Future-Proofing Your Organization” with guest expert Blake Stockard from Kumwe Systems kicking off the discussion. Presented by Nonprofit Jenni, this free event is Tuesday, July 30, 5:30-7pm at FiftyForward, located at 174 Rains Avenue (near the Fairgrounds). Meet other nonprofit professionals in your area who are facing the same challenges, learn from one another, share resources, and find opportunities to collaborate through moderated roundtable discussions. Thanks to sponsors Schaffer Law Firm, Adams Keegan, FiftyForward and Nonprofit Megaphone, the event includes wine, beer and snacks. Seats are limited and tables are assigned prior to the event, so please be sure to RSVP at the link here.
Jul 16, 2019 | All Alumni, News
Thanks to Sydney Ball (YLC/Williamson Chamber Class 2016) for sharing First Citizens National Bank’s community-based, financial literacy initiative, Smart Women, to help promote financial wellness. This month’s program is “Financial Fraud: Take Charge & Prevent” and is being offered at two different days and times (with the same content and speaker) on Monday, July 22, 11:30am-1pm (lunch will be provided) at FiftyForward Martin Center in Brentwood or Tuesday, July 23, 7:30am-9am (breakfast will be provided) at DataBlue in Maryland Farms. RSVP for the July 22 lunch at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/smart-women-financial-fraud-ta… or for the July 23 breakfast at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/smart-women-financial-fraud-ta…. For more information, call (615) 550-2222 or email SmartWomenMidTN@FirstCNB.com.
Jul 15, 2019 | Nonprofit News, Williamson Chamber Alumni
Are you a young professional between the ages of 25-40, who lives, works or does business in Williamson County, and looking for an opportunity to take your community service to the next level? For the seventh consecutive year, YLC will be partnering with Williamson, Inc. to offer nonprofit board leadership training on 11 consecutive Thursdays, September 12-November 21 from 8-10:30am at Williamson Inc.’s office in Cool Springs. After learning crucial skills needed for today’s nonprofit leadership roles, graduates will serve a one-year internship on a self-selected local nonprofit board to put these newfound skills into action. Young professionals interested in applying should do so online here by JULY 20 to be eligible for the 2019 class. The participation fee is $550. Be a part of the premier organization for training nonprofit board leaders with more than 2,600 graduates making a difference since 1985. Will we see YOU pictured with the YLC/Williamson Chamber graduates later this year?
Graduates of YLC/Williamson Chamber Class 2017
Jul 15, 2019 | All Alumni, News
The Sunday, July 14 print issue of The Tennessean published the names of the graduates of YLC Class 72 in People in Business. 
Jul 13, 2019 | All Alumni, Nonprofit News
The Dancing Divas and Dudes was started in Nashville as the first nonprofit dance team for individuals with special needs. Each team member has the opportunity to grow physically, mentally, and emotionally at practices while learning a variety of dance genres. The nonprofit plays a crucial role in erasing the stigma that individuals with special needs take away from society, and proving they contribute. The Dancing Divas and Dudes is looking for board members with law, marketing, strategic planning or fine arts skills. If interested, contact president Elizabeth Pistole at president@dancingdivasanddudes.org or (615) 509-3922. Learn more about the nonprofit here.
