By The Joining Vision and Action Team It is true that these are unprecedented times. Yet for over three decades, JVA and its clients have partnered to ride out some difficult—at times almost unthinkable—moments in history. JVA’s team has been considering the facets of our organization that have allowed us to keep moving forward steadily, [...]
Photo by Munshots via Unsplash By Dr. Sandra Harris Howard, Senior Consultant for Joining Vision and Action I’m sad. I’m angry. I’m frustrated. I’m grieving. I’m numb. These feelings are ones that are often experienced by my family, my friends and me. Emotions have recently escalated after hearing of and viewing the murder of George [...]
By The Joining Vision and Action Team JVA’s team has been reflecting lately on the most critical aspects of our work, and on what we believe sets us apart. Last week, we talked about what innovation means to us in this challenging time. This week, team members share what equity means to them and [...]
By The Joining Vision and Action Team Times of change can lead people to reflect on what is important and meaningful, and the JVA team is no exception. We have been considering what is most critical to our work, as well as what sets us apart. Three attributes stand out: innovation, equity and legacy. These aspects show up in [...]
Above: In response to the pandemic, on Wednesdays, Re:Vision partners with Kaizen Food Rescue and Lifespan Local to bring a no-cost grocery program to Westwood families. (Photo courtesy of Re:Vision) By The JVA Resource Development Team Amid the unprecedented challenges caused by the coronavirus pandemic, JVA has been supporting nonprofits as they pivot in thoughtful, creative ways [...]
Photo by Jon Tyson, via Unsplash By Lisa Cirincione, Senior Resource Development Associate at Joining Vision and Action On April 23, the House passed a $484 billion coronavirus aid package that is widely expected to be signed by the president (H.R. 266, The Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act). So, how can it [...]
JVA is pleased to share these complimentary, time-saving social media visuals and an accompanying guide with marketing content designed to encourage your organization's supporters and partners, as well as the general public, to donate to your organization as it faces challenges related to COVID-19. By downloading these materials, you agree to receive JVA's weekly [...]
Photo by Markus Spiske via Unsplash By Lisa Cirincione, Senior Resource Development Associate at Joining Vision and Action For an overview of additional CARES Act support by category (health care, education, youth, low-income individuals and families, etc.), please see my accompanying blog, What’s in This Massive $2.2 Trillion Stimulus Legislation? The CARES Act includes $377 [...]
Photo by Matthew Waring via Unsplash Find Support for Health Care Providers, Education, the Arts and More By Lisa Cirincione, Senior Resource Development Associate at Joining Vision and Action The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), signed into law March 27, has many implications for Americans, nonprofits and small businesses. It includes [...]
By the Joining Vision and Action team Last updated August 10, 2020. Funders' efforts to support nonprofits amid the COVID-19 outbreak have continued to grow, and JVA is committed to keeping changemakers up to date on the opportunities that exist. Many foundations have announced the allocation of funding; not all have released specific information [...]
