• Mary, a member of the Albuquerque chapter, will explain her chapter’s partnership with a local network television affiliate, how this innovative approach has enabled them to provide services to thousands more children in need, and the positive impact they have made.

• Cheryl and Jill, members of Assistance League of Irvine, will address ways to keep your members engaged in ways that meet their needs and leverages their skills, as well as look at community-based opportunities for support.

• A nationally recognized consultant, trainer and author on nonprofit management, board development and fundraising, Jean will review the six emerging trends and issues facing nonprofits. She will explore suggestions and ideas with you on how to address these challenges for continued success. 

• CEO of these Girl Scouts, Joy will share how she revitalized her Girl Scouts Council and strengthened the organization by applying business best practices in a nonprofit setting. She will share real life examples of how she overcame challenges similar to those faced by Assistance League chapters. 

• This panel discussion, moderated by VP Philanthropic Programs Barbara Glick, gets to the heart of who we are and what we do. You will learn about new ventures in our Georgetown Area, Diablo Valley, Sacramento and Las Vegas chapters. 

• This associate professor at the University of Southern California will help you identify innovative approaches to strengthen your governance, strategic planning, decision-making and public engagement skills. Dr. Rawlings designs, develops and teaches courses on public and nonprofit leadership and management, philanthropy and strategic planning.

• Join other grant seekers to develop your skills. Tamela will lead you through the step-by-step process of writing a grant, as well as supply tips on language, how to prospect foundations, and managing relationships. 

• This energizing session will examine the changing landscape of giving and guide you in exploring new avenues.

• Dorkas and Cordell will take you outside your comfort zone as they explain the development of Operation SHADES (For a Future So Bright, You Gotta Wear SHADES), and how it has evolved using a multitude of community resources to address needs in local high schools. Dorcas has chaired this program for five years and Cordell, Chief Empact Officer for United Way of the Inland Valleys, collaborated with the team in its development.

• A long-time resident of Temecula, CA, Maryann will capitalize on her vast experiences in public service at the local, county, state and federal levels and her membership in Assistance League for more than 25 years. She earned her master’s degree in governance and was recognized by the California School Boards Association for her outstanding advocacy for children and education.