What did you take away from the conversation with Dr. Amy Wade? What resonated the most with you? Why? Was there anything that surprised you?
I absolutely love going to “class” on Friday. I refer to it as “class” because I don’t feel like I am actually in a class. The topics we discuss are so interesting and having someone as respectable as Dr. Amy Wade come in was an incredible experience. I walked out of the conversation with a feeling of understanding about nonprofit organizations and the boards that help govern them. The introduction to nonprofits that included statistics was very helpful in understanding the sector that I will be getting to work with for the upcoming year. I really thought it was neat to learn about the scope and diversity of nonprofit organizations.
Hearing Dr. Amy Wade’s personal experiences with the nonprofit I Know I Can was very beneficial. Her passion for the mission of the nonprofit was so evident when she spoke. Hearing about her relationships with board members, her day-to-day tasks (which were actually not so consistent day-to-day), her grant writing expertise and the direct impact she is making on the lives of others was informative and inspiring.
I was surprised at the scope of work that I Know I Can executes with such a small (13 person) staff. I was extremely surprised at the large chunk of the budget that came from endowments. I felt that really proved the passion that the founders had for the mission of this organization. I also thought it would be a neat experience to work directly with the founders of the organization. After working with a few nonprofit organizations over the past two summers, I would have loved to have the opportunity to meet the founders of those organizations.
I found the conversation with Dr. Wade to be insightful and encouraging. After hearing someone with such great experience in the field, I am motivated to start working with my nonprofit!
Quote of the Week: “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Mead
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