MissionFIRST

Non-Profit Experience	Children, Youth and Families Nonprofit Sector Issues Social Services - General Volunteerism Other
Skills Profile	Board Governance/Development,Organizational Development/Change, Organizational Management, Training
IT Expertise
Affiliations	Michigan Nonprofit Association BoardSource National Council of Nonprofits
Consulting Summary	Robin approaches nonprofit consulting as a thoughtful, dynamic and intentional journey built on three anchors: Mission: What is your mission? Is it considered in every organizational decision? Is there right balance within the organization to achieve your mission? Movement: Beyond "strategic planning" we will build a strategic VISION and build adaptive capacity. Our goal is to prepare your organization to succeed in a world in flux. Message: Change and progress should be discussed openly, honestly and thoughtfully or it becomes a barrier rather than an opportunity. There is a story to be told and you need to tell it.
Professional Summary	My experience within the nonprofit sector has generally focused on widely applicable systems and practices rather than in a specific sub-sector. I began my nonprofit career in youth service and volunteerism and I have worked quite a bit with asset-based models including America's Promise and Search Institute's 40 Developmental Assets. Additionally I have extensive experience with Principles & Practices for Nonprofit Excellence (MNA), Nonprofit Lifecycles (Stevens), and Strategic Thinking (LaPiana).
Admin Experience
Our References	Volunteer Centers of Michigan Diana Rodriguez Algra 517-492-2400 Michigan Nonprofit Association Kelley Kuhn 517-492-2400 Catholic Youth Organization - Detroit Suzanne Heath 313-963-7172

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How is BEST being evaluated?
BEST has engaged the services of two nationally known organizations in separate evaluative processes: the TCC Group, formerly The What is expected of an organization that receives a grant in the Assessment Phase?
Board and Staff must agree to invest substantial time needed to participate in specific components of the Assessment, including: What is expected of an organization that receives a grant in the Capacity Building Phase?
Each organization is expected to: meet the objectives set forth in its own proposal on time and within budget; participate in peer