Senior Fellows Respond and Lead
Covid-19 Pandemic Response Actions in the News
For the past few months you may have noticed that we have been sharing "
Senior Fellows in the News", so that we can learn about and celebrate the work of our incredible network of leaders.
As leaders of nonprofits, small and large businesses, charitable foundations, governments and other organizations, many of our Senior Fellows are on the front lines serving the most vulnerable and making tough, impactful decisions.
We thought we would share their work so we can all feel some inspiration and hope for how we are responding.
Below are just a few highlights we have seen.
MRG Foundation, led by Se-Ah-Dom Edmo (Class 31), announces their response and grant funds available.
Swaim Strategies, led by Sam Swaim (Class 30) and Kristin Steele (Class 32), have released an
online toolkit, as well as adjusting their consulting services, for non-profit organizations who need to pivot their fundraising strategies.
ACCESS, led by Pamela Norr, (Class 36) announces their changes due to increased demand for their services.
The Oregon Food Bank, led by Susannah Morgan (Class 34), receives a substantial gift from NIKE CEO, John Dohanoe, but support and volunteers are still needed.
Oregon Energy Fund, led by Brian Allbritton (Class 30) provides energy assistance for households impacted by Covid-19.
Oregon Arts Commission and the Oregon Cultural Trust Brian Rogers (Class 31) commends the state's arts organizations will and ability to take their work online. “Their financial losses due to the health crisis are staggering, yet they are actively finding ways to engage our citizens, providing inspiration and respite during these very challenging times.”
Are we missing stories of inspiring work being done by Senior Fellows that you think we should share?
Are you doing work or engaging in collaborations specific to the outbreak that Senior Fellows should know about?
Share your response stories so we can share them, too.
Watch for another communication this week about ways we can connect needs in the Senior Fellow Network to resources in the network.
Also, we hope you'll join us for one or both of these Virtual Check-Ins via Zoom. Click the red buttons below for more information on how to sign up for each.
