MPF Fall Newsletter
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MPF NewsletterFall Edition |
In This Issue:MPF Staff Updates! Alumni Spotlight: Ashley GordonFall Retreat ReflectionAlumni Fall Re-Treat, TONIGHT!Giving Back to MPF, Annual Appeal WeekBe a FAM Mentor! RFP Release 11/25 Upcoming Dates and Reminders |
MPF Staff being silly at Fall Retreat!
The MPF Leadership Team has gone through a number of BIG changes in these past few months. We said "see you later" to our incredible Director Colleen Holohan. MPF Program Manager Lauren Currie stepped into the Director position in July and our newest staff member, Emily Conwell joined the team in October. Emily brings two years of AmeriCorps service, experience leading an AmeriCorps summer program and a youth social justice curriculum!
There have been lots of changes here at Mass Promise, but what always remains true is the incredible support we receive from alumni, host sites, board members, and friends!
Alumni Fall Retreat TONIGHT!
It's not too late to join us tonight at Freedom House in Boston to network with Fellow alums and learn from Northeastern's Director of Institutional Diversity and Inclusion on how to foster Inclusive Work Environments. Contact Alysé at a.bigger@northeastern.edu if you would like to join us!
Fall Retreat Reflection
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Mass Promise Fellows recently spent three days at Camp Burgess in community at the annual Fall Retreat. At retreat, Fellows had an opportunity to build community, engage in an LGBTQ+ Workshop led by MPF Alum, Minh Nguyen, learn more about the importance of self-care, and of course compete in the tradition that is Fellow Olympics. 
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Fellow's shared during Pass the Wagon their appreciation for the time and space held together to build relationships, share challenges and accomplishments, and have time for rest and relaxation. Their reflections inspired our Annual Appeal for this year, centering a culture of care, a primary goal at MPF. |
Alumni Spotlight: Ashley Gordon
MPF Alumna, Ashley Gordon (Class 18 & 19) was recently selected as a member of the Community Fellows Program through the Institute of Nonprofit Practice. CFP is a fully-funded fellowship for high-potential emerging leaders poised to take the next step in their career. Each year, the fellows chosen become part of a growing network of change leaders who will rise together in the field. The Community Fellows Program is a highly competitive program and requires an extensive application process.
In reflection on her acceptance to the program and engagement with MPF, Ashley shared, "MPF encouraged me to analyze, and act on, my potential as a leader and social change agent. I view the Community Fellows Program as a continuation of the growth and leadership development I gained while in MPF."
This year, MPF Alumna, Georgia Lederman is a member of the Core Program at the Institute of Nonprofit Practice and MPF is happy to have had many Alumni complete the program.
“MPF encouraged me to analyze, and act on, my potential as a leader and social change agent. I view the Community Fellows Program as a continuation of the growth and leadership development I gained while in MPF."
Giving Back to MPF
Annual Appeal Week
MPF is set to hold our Annual Appeal Week December 2nd-6th! During this week we encourage Alumni and stakeholders to give back the gift to MPF. This year our theme centers around a Culture of Care and how the Mass Promise Fellowship has been a space where 21 years of Fellows have both experience an important support network and have created a space filled with care and love for their youth. Alumni keep an eye on your inbox and mailbox as our appeal notes are coming your way soon!
*Our Annual Phoneathon/Textathon is set for December 4th- if you would prefer not to hear from us, please email Lauren Currie at l.currie@northeastern.edu
Be a Mentor to a Current Fellow, Sign-Up For the Fellow Alumni Mentoring Program by 12/13!
Apply here through the button under the photos or through our application e-mail sent by our Senior Fellow, Dali Almeyda!
Mass Promise Set to Release the 2020-2021 Request for Proposal on November 25th
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Interested in Hosting Fellow for the 2020-2021 year? Applications are live on November 25th! Know an organization that would be a GREAT fit for a Fellow? Spread the word!MPF is seeking host organizations whom are looking for Fellows to engage in meaningful and consistent relationship building with young people!Questions? Connect with Lauren at l.currie@northeastern.edu |
Upcoming Dates & Reminders
11/18: MPF Alumni Fall Re-Treat
11/25: Request for Proposals Released!
12/02-12/06: MPF Annual Appeal Week
12/13: FAM Applications Due!
