Monthly Update | June 2022
A Message from our CEO
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As I write this, I’m sad. I’m angry. I feel hollowed out by the tragic murders of 20 children the same age as my son and their teachers in Uvalde and 10 innocent mostly Black and female presenting shoppers in Buffalo, as well as the shooting of 6 worshipers of Taiwanese descent that resulted in the death of one man in Laguna Woods. I’m flattened by the fact that in since Uvalde, 20 other mass shootings we hardly heard about took place and claimed the lives of 17 more Americans. I wish I had the words to make sense of all of this for you, for my children, hell, for myself. I do not. What I do know is that at the root of it all are gun violence and oppression, which are firmly established in our nation’s DNA and continue to bear their poisoned fruit anew season after season.
In times like this, it is easy to consider throwing up our hands in defeat. That is exactly what those who wield the levers of oppression want. Instead, I take time to grieve, sleep, feel numb, and mourn. I return to the knowledge that progress is a battle hard fought. I am unable to let centuries of struggle, sacrifice, and loss of life happen in vain. At CEN, I am proud to be part of a team committed to digging our heels in and channeling the power within us to call out racism, white toxicity, sexism, ableism, and any other “–isms” wearing away the threads of unity and empowerment for ALL people in this country—particularly those who have been pushed to the margins and the shadows. I am buoyed by the fact that we collectively imagine an IDEAL world and take daily action to make it so.
When I feel the lowest, I’ve learned to count my blessings, and I am thankful. For those doing to the work to call out and stop racism in its tracks. I am thankful for those who work to prevent and heal the effects of violence. I am thankful for folks working for gun control and helping us remember—or learn—that this endless loop of tragedy we are experiencing is an unnecessary creation of our own making. I believe we hold the power to put a stop to it, and it will take our consistent effort along with every ounce of bravery we have to make it so. I honor the work the nonprofit community puts in every single day to be part of the solution.
As we say goodbye to Asian American Pacific Islander History Month and usher in PRIDE and Juneteenth, I want to encourage you to stay the course. I urge us all to take care of ourselves as we take care of one another. If you are looking for light in what feels like a dark time, the African American Community Service Agency will host Juneteenth in the Streets in downtown San Jose on June 18th from 12-7 pm, and the Billy De Frank Center offers countless resources to support the Silicon Valley’s LGBTQ+ people and their allies.
If you’re seeking support in showing up for your team and community, I invite you to join us for our new “Compassionate Leadership” workshop next week at CEN. Another way to take concrete action to effect change is to vote in the California primary election on June 7th. Our friends over at Silicon Valley Council of Nonprofits (SVCN) provide great resources to help you be informed as you do your civic duty.
I wish you all peace, rest, and community.
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-Shana Peete, Chief Executive Officer |
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Leaders of Color Roundtable Series
Kicks Off Next Month!
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CEN will be relaunching our roundtable series for nonprofit leaders of color, starting again in July 2022. This 6-month series was created to address the unique challenges that leaders of color regularly face, such as the consistent roadblocks to accessing funding and other resources, as well as a lack of inclusion, diversity, and equity. CEN remains dedicated to providing you with a resource to connect with other leaders of color to share your experiences, challenges, solutions, and support. Whether you've spent years as a leader in this sector or are brand new to the role, this program will leave you with valuable resources and strong connections. |
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We're Recruiting for the 2nd Cohort for Our
Building Representative Boards Program!
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The program is centered on individuals and community leaders who are interested in exploring board service and intentionally engaging nonprofit organizations that are committed to fostering inclusive board cultures and seek to connect with diverse individuals who reflect the communities they serve.
Learn more about the program at cen.org/brb and apply by clicking the button below.
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Workshop Discounts Available for Black-Led Health Orgs
& Orgs Focusing on Advancing Health Equity for Black People
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Thanks to new grant funding from Gilead Sciences, Inc., all staff, board members, and volunteers serving Black-Led healthcare organizations and/or organizations focused on advancing health equity for Black people are invited to take advantage of deep registration discounts for any of CEN’s 3-hour nonprofit professional development workshops.
Access these workshops at a discounted rate of:
- $20 | CEN Member Rate
- $40 | Non-Member Rate
Thank you, Gilead, for supporting this important effort and investing in the well-being of Black people in our sector and beyond!
This effort is supported by grant funding from Gilead Sciences, Inc. Gilead Sciences, Inc. has had no input into the development or content of these materials.
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Workshop Discounts Available for San Bruno Nonprofits! |
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Is your organization located in or serving the city of San Bruno? Thanks to new grant funding from the San Bruno Community Foundation, all San Bruno nonprofit professionals (staff & board members of organizations located in and/or serving the San Bruno population) can take advantage of deep discounts to any of CEN’s nonprofit professional development workshops! Nonprofits located in or serving San Bruno can access these workshops at the discounted rate of:
$20 | CEN Member Rate
$40 | Non-Member Rate
Visit the registration page of any workshop to learn more and register! Thank you to the San Bruno Community Foundation for this opportunity!
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Each month we share articles/resources that challenge the way we view work and inspire a new way to affect community impact. |
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“We believe it’s essential that we create change in the national narrative about race. How we talk about race matters. (It is essential) that we create change in how our institutions literally function, and that we move policy that’s specific to addressing systemic racism; all three (of these) are essential and interlocking.” |
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Race Forward President Glenn Harris, quoted above, recently joined fellow equity leaders and administration officials at the inaugural White House Convening on Equity to discuss the significance of the plans and what is required to redesign the legal and regulatory structures of this nation so it works for all – starting with people of color. Watch the full convening by following the link below. |
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Congratulations to Leaders Institute Alum Stewart Perrilliat!
Congratulations to Leaders Institute alum Stewart Perrilliat, who will be graduating with a Doctorate degree in executive leadership from the University of Redlands. The university has also nominated for the 2022 SFTS Distinguished Alumni Award. Thank you, Stewart, for your amazing work in the sector!
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In response to COVID-19, CEN has moved all of our programs online, offering virtual training opportunities that merge fundamental leading practices with crisis management resources and opportunities for peer-to-peer connections and support. Additionally, we're offering special discounts and payment plans to make these offerings increasingly accessible during this challenging time, so please reach out! |
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Intentional Branding: You and Your Organization |
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We will help you define your personal professional brand and do so in service and support of your organization’s brand as well. We will also focus on sharpening your understanding of and the ways you message your individual and organizational brands. |
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We will unpack the nonprofit sector’s historical leadership models that fall short of serving the creation of an IDEAL workspace. As the notion of a healthy workplace culture continues to evolve, it is important that we reevaluate our current leadership models and incorporate compassionate leadership principles to serve others. |
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Nonprofit Board Essentials |
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Together we'll go over the basic responsibilities of nonprofit board service to help board leaders understand their commitment and to set appropriate expectations between staff and board. Additionally, we will explore ways for nonprofit board members to maximize support of the organization's mission. |
Understanding Nonprofit Financials |
This class will explore the basic elements of common nonprofit financial statements, review basic "financial jargon," and discuss the nuances of accounting in the nonprofit sector. Participants leave with an understanding of how they can use this financial information to make timely, strategic decisions. |
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LiveImpact, a fully integrated technology platform, continues to be a trusted partner of nonprofit leaders in advancing their mission. Built specifically for nonprofits, LiveImpact strives to make nonprofits more efficient, more accessible to their communities and help them deliver greater impact. It includes intelligent apps to support Fundraising, virtual and in-person Events/Auctions, Marketing, Volunteering, Memberships, Programs & Case Management, and Automation. Their onboarding experts work closely with nonprofits to customize the platform for their specific needs, making switching to LiveImpact swift and painless.
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Interested in newsletter sponsorship? This is a great opportunity to share your services with our community of nonprofit leaders and to support CEN's ongoing networking efforts! Please email information@cen.org.
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Data Is For Everyone | Advancing Equitable Data Workshop
We can advance equity through data. Join Meenakshi (Meena) Das, Founder & Philanthropy Analytics Consultant at NamasteData in the workshop "Advancing Equitable Data.” Attendees can join for a date that works for their calendar as Meena adds dates on a rolling basis. The workshop aims to tackle questions such as: What do the words equity and data mean together?; How can data lead to impact and accountability?; What is the role of data in perpetuating biases?; and how can we collect data with equity and inclusion in mind?
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Silicon Valley Community Foundation | Investing in Immigrants to Build a More Just Society |
In its Community Conversations series, SVCF brings together community leaders to discuss Silicon Valley’s greatest challenges and how the community can lift up organizations that are navigating through unprecedented conditions to find solutions. On June 14, the second of the Community Conversations series will focus on immigration. |
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AFP Silicon Valley Virtual Luncheon | Fight Zoom Fatigue & Excite Your Virtual Audience
Virtual events and virtual audiences are here to stay and while online interaction and engagement won't always happen organically, there are key tips and tricks you can do to engage virtually. In this session, you'll learn how to fight Zoom fatigue with moments of surprise and delight, evaluate virtual event platforms and tools to best fit your event's needs and create real results at your next virtual or hybrid fundraising event.
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Does your organization have a training or resource you would like to share with our newsletter community? Please email information@cen.org. Posts must include a link to learn more and be formatted into a short blurb.
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Nonprofit Sector Job Openings |
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Hidden Villa – Executive Director
We seek an Executive Director with the skills, experience, and vision to nurture our mission, ensuring access for all, connecting communities, encouraging exploration and personal growth, and acting as a responsible steward for our wilderness and agricultural lands. The new Executive Director will join and lead a staff committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in the workplace and the community at large, and will support the continued development of DEIJ programming undertaken by the organization. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the new Executive Director will supervise our team of 25, plus additional seasonal staff during the summer.
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SAVE (Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments) – Grants Manager
The Grants and Compliance Manager supports SAVE by managing overall grant application efforts, optimizing the grant administration process, supporting the financial stability and growth of SAVE by planning strategies to diversify and increase funding for various projects and priorities, ensuring compliance with grant regulations, educating staff on grants management policies and procedures, and assisting in preparing reports and ensuring timely submission of all required reporting. The Grants and Compliance Manager will also be responsible for ensuring that SAVE is in compliance with legal, regulatory, and programmatic requirements.
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Silicon Valley Council of Nonprofits – Bookkeeper
SVCN is seeking a part-time bookkeeper who is experienced with nonprofit bookkeeping and accounting principles. This is a long-term contract position that is about 12 to 15 hours per week. This contractor would report to the Finance + Operations Director. The Bookkeeper will support SVCN’s finances and operations to maximize and strengthen the internal capacity of a growing, well-respected, high-impact organization.
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Have a Job Opening You Want to Share?
Please email information@cen.org to feature your organization's job opening(s) in an upcoming newsletter (format: 3-4 sentences with a link to learn more). Priority is given to CEN members.
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Sobrato Center for Nonprofits - Redwood Shores
330 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 151
Redwood City, CA 94065
650-517-5855
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