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I’m excited to once again partner with the Rock Rose Foundation to offer a FREE webinar on board governance. Whether you’re new to board leadership or a seasoned professional, you’ll walk away with new ideas to help your board go from good to great. Hope to see you there!

Don't forget to sign up for our free webinar on June 24 at 6pm. Register at https://www.rock-rose.org/event-list to get your link.

The Human-Animal Support Coalition is seeking dedicated board members who care deeply about people and pets, who bring relevant skills and connections to the organization, and who are willing to commit time and energy to a working board. Please share widely with Bell County animal lovers.

✨SEEKING QUALIFIED BOARD MEMBERS✨

Become a part of meaningful change for people and their beloved pets in Central Texas.

We are a newer 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization doing groundbreaking work in our area by supporting people in need through their pets. We recognize and promote the importance of the human-animal bond by providing safety net programs to keep pets in homes and out of animal shelters.

We operate a high-quality, low-cost preventative care veterinary clinic in Temple, TX, making access to critical pet care equitable. With a focus and spaying and neutering, we are also directly reducing the number of animals who enter local shelters where euthanasia rates are high.

We are seeking leaders in our community to help shape human services through pet care programs. We are a Working Board so you would be providing your professional expertise as well as rolling up your sleeves and doing the work with us.

In particular, we are looking to add:

🔹CPA/Banker/Finance Professional
🔹Veterinarian
🔹Attorney
🔹Professor/Educator/Social Services Provider
🔹Leaders in their Field

We are looking for you to:

🔸Actively and Enthusiastically Promote our Mission
🔸Add Diversity
🔸Be Well Connected
🔸Like to Network
🔸Be Adept at Fundraising
🔸Care Deeply About People and Pets
🔸Have the Time to Commit
🔸Have Previous Board Experience (preferred, not mandatory)

Interested? Know someone who could be a great fit? Email Amy at [email protected] for more information.

The Jaybird Learning Academy, Inc. is seeking dedicated and community-minded individuals with a heart for people with special needs to join the organization's founding board of directors. Candidates with previous board leadership experience, financial acumen, and a willingness to give of their time and talent will be prioritized. This is a WORKING board for an early stage nonprofit providing enriching experiences for adults with special needs. Learn more and apply via LinkedIn. Please reach out with any questions!

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Please share widely!
Family Promise of Bell County is currently seeking an experienced executive with an extensive background in fundraising, strong connections in Central Texas, and a heart of service for families experiencing homelessness. Please check out the posting and reach out with any questions.

Careers & Internships — Family Promise of Bell County Open PositionsExecutive DirectorLocation: Temple, TXReports to: Board of DirectorsStatus: Full-Time, ExemptCompensation: $80,000 - $115,000 with benefits, commensurate with experienceHow to Apply: Interested candidates may submit their résumé and cover letter outlining their interest in the role a...

My client, The Jaybird Learning Academy, Inc., is seeking candidates to join its founding board of directors. JLA is doing amazing work with special needs adults. Please share widely with anyone who might have a passion for the mission. As a new nonprofit, they are specifically seeking individuals with board leadership experience.

JLA Board Position Description | The Jaybird Learning Academy, Inc JLA is currently seeking dedicated and community-minded individuals to join our Founding Board of Directors. This is a chance to help shape the future of an organization that supports adults with special needs through meaningful programs and community engagement. We are looking for individuals with....

Have questions about nonprofit governance, strategy, or management? Office Hours starting in 15 minutes! No need to register; just pop in using this link:
https://meet.google.com/tkg-moox-wcs

Join us next Tuesday, April 28th at 11am for our free Lavin Strategies Office Hours. Bring all your questions about managing or creating a nonprofit, because this is an Ask Me Anything event! No registration required, this is a free event and you can just pop in anytime with your questions.

We'll be running office hours again on May 6th if you miss this one, or just have more questions for Emily!

You'll find the Google Meet link for this event on our Events page at https://www.rock-rose.org/event-list

Mark your calendars! In partnership with the Rock Rose Foundation, I'm offering two "Ask Me Anything" sessions. Have questions about nonprofit board governance, management, or strategy? No need to register; just pop in! Link in comments.

It's hard to put into words what an honor it's been to work with Rucker L. Preston at Family Promise of Bell County these past 6.5 years (including one as fellow board members). Under his leadership, we built the Promise House (family shelter) and the Promise Homes (transitional housing), expanded our team, and more than tripled our operating budget. He's been an exceptional organizational leader and, more importantly, he has a heart for service.

If you've been to one of my governance trainings and heard me talk about how a constructive Executive Director-Board Chair partnership contributes to the organization's culture and impact, know that I'm drawing on my 4 years working with Rucker. He's not only been an asset to our organization, but an influential leader within the Family Promise network. While I hate to see him go, I'm excited to see him make an even bigger impact across the City of Temple, Texas - City Government in his new role as Director of Housing and Community Services.

Our board is currently searching for an experienced executive with a strong background in fundraising, relationship-building, and organizational management to lead Family Promise of Bell County in its next chapter. If you know someone who may fit the bill, check out the job posting (link in comments).

We'll miss you, Rucker! Congratulations on the new position and thanks for everything you've done for our organization, our families, and our community over the last 6.5 years! The City is so lucky to have you.

It’s a bittersweet day as Family Promise of Bell County begins its search for the next Executive Director as Rucker Preston prepares to step into a new role as the Director of Housing and Community Development for the City of Temple. After five and a half years of dedicated leadership, Rucker leaves behind a remarkable legacy of growth, innovation, and community impact. He strengthened our organization’s mission serving families experiencing homelessness and housing instability, expanded community partnerships, increased organizational capacity, and enhanced the scope of services available to families in Bell County. Specifically, Rucker led us through two capital campaigns without using any public tax dollars and leaves the organization without any debt.

“Everyone at Family Promise is extremely grateful for all that Rucker has accomplished during his tenure as Executive Director. While we're sad to see him go, we're very happy for his continued dedication to serve our community,” said Board President, Dayspring Fowler. “His passion for our mission, his commitment to people, and his vision for stronger communities have helped our community grow in extraordinary ways. As an organization, we're excited about what the future holds, as we continue to serve families facing homelessness while searching for the next Executive Director.”

“It has been one of the highest honors of my career to serve Family Promise of Bell County,” said Preston. “I am deeply grateful for the churches, families, staff, Board of Directors, volunteers, and community partners who make this mission possible every day. Family Promise will always hold a special place in my heart, and I am excited to continue serving our community in this new capacity and role with the City of Temple.”

We invite everyone to say thank you to Rucker for his years of service and leadership during a come and go reception to be held on Tuesday, May 5th from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Family Promise of Bell County.

There’s still time to register if you haven’t already! Join me today at 11 to learn what it takes to launch and sustain a nonprofit. Hope to see you there!

Join Lavin Strategies and Rock Rose Foundation for Mission Ready: Nonprofit 101, an introductory webinar exploring what it really takes to launch and sustain a nonprofit organization.

Wednesday, April 22 at 11am CST
Register now to get your link to this free webinar!
https://www.rock-rose.org/event-details/mission-ready-nonprofit-101

It's a challenging time for the nonprofit sector. Shrinking resources and an increased demand for service require nonprofit leaders innovate, collaborate, and question the status quo. Strategic planning may be last thing on your mind during times of uncertainty but it's actually the perfect time to refocus your energy on your organization's purpose. That's where Lavin Strategies comes in. I help organizations establish a strategic vision and develop nimble decision-making frameworks rather than rigid, task-based action plans. If you're ready for a pivot in 2026, let's talk.