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SVP Grant Opportunity
On September 21, we will begin accepting Letters of Interest for our fall 2020 Capacity Building Grant. SVP grants combine a financial grant with pro bono, collaborative consulting services. SVP invests in promising nonprofits in the seven-county Twin Cities metro area.
For this grant cycle, SVP will prioritize investing in BIPOC* led nonprofits that serve the needs of under-resourced teens and young adults in traditionally marginalized communities.
SVP will select up to five organizations for a grant relationship. More details and LOI guidelines here.
Executive Director Search Launches
SVP is seeking an experienced, impact-driven and collaborative executive director who will inspire and engage people to invest and work together to create permanent and equitable social change for teens and young adults in the Twin Cities. View the full job description here.
SVP Impact Report
Check out our Impact Report to see what SVP and our Investees have been up to. We're proud of what we've collectively accomplished. And we are keenly aware of the work that lies ahead to dismantle systems of racism and oppression. We look forward to partnering with you for a just and thriving community.
Upcoming Events...
Wed, September 30 / 11:30am -12:30pm - OR -
Thu, October 1 / 8 - 9am
Join us to learn more about SVP, our capacity building grant and our unique funding model. This information session will:
- Explain how SVP grant relationships work
- Review grant guidelines and deadlines
- Address any questions you have
Tue, October 13 / 8:30 - 11am
A clear theory of change is both a first step and core component of effective impact strategy.
Join us for an interactive workshop facilitated by Dr. Erin Raab about impact strategy in uncertain times. Learn more about: 1) what a theory of change is, 2) how it can be transformative for your impact and revenue generation, and 3) how to facilitate an effective process to create or strengthen one for your organization.
Tue, October 27 / 11:30am - 12:30pm - OR -
Wed, November 11 / 8 - 9am
This dynamic hour will include perspectives from current Partners and the nonprofit organizations with whom we collaborate. Gain insights into SVP's work to expand nonprofit capacity and accelerate positive outcomes for Twin Cities youth.
We believe that SVP is your path for catalyzing equitable social change. Join us to find out for yourself!
Together for Good
Mon, December 14 / 5:30 - 7:30pm
Meet our new Investees! As a culmination of SVP's grant cycle, we'll hear from the organizations selected as our newest Investees. Get to know their leadership, vision and plans for growth. And of course, find out where you can plug-in to collaborate on capacity building projects.
In Other News...
Working Toward Racial Justice
- Take the Census - If you haven’t yet completed the 2020 census, fill it out online – it only takes about 10 minutes! The U.S. Census Bureau has made the decision to end the in-person census count one month early on Sept 30 -- leaving many behind. Check out the OurFamilesCount Census Week of Action. This once-a-decade count of people in our communities determines representation, districting and federal funding allocations. We need to make sure our communities get counted!
- Everyone’s an Anti-Racist. Now What? Read this provocative opinion article about what it might truly mean to an anti-racist. “Recognizing that Black people matter as much as all other Americans is only acknowledging what’s always been true. Embracing Blackness as a something of value and dignity is a baseline for progress, not progress.”
Get Out and Vote!
National Voter Registration Day is on September 22. Make sure you are registered to vote and encourage others to register too! Request a mail-in ballot or check your ballot status here. Every vote counts!
Wishing our Jewish friends and neighbors a Shanah Tovah - Happy New Year! Learn more about Rosh Hashanah – the Jewish New Year – which will be celebrated this year on September 19-20.
Props!
- Welcome to new SVP Partner Rick Wald!
- SVP Partner Linda Bryant is the happy grandmother to a new grandson.
- Spark-Y Executive Director, Zach Robinson, was honored as a Finance & Commerce 2020 Rising Young Professional for his leadership. SVP partnered with Spark-Y from 2016-2018..
