Professional learning provides nonprofit leaders with the skills and knowledge needed to communicate challenges, create solutions, and lead with confidence.
At DevoCenter we encourage deep reflection and conversations on love, learning, and community-building. We focus on preparing leaders to set and achieve goals, process feedback, and reflect on their progress. This process helps entrepreneurs gain the experience and perspective needed to build meaningful organizations that are aligned to their values and programmatic vision.
Our nonprofit leaders create bio’s, budgets and logic models that represent their intention to transform their communities in meaningful and measurable ways. Together we are designing operational strategies, promotional messaging and program proposals that are thoughtful, actionable and sustainable. It’s our intention to prepare women for nonprofit entrepreneurship and inspire them to think differently about the ways that we live and work.
Learning Opportunities
September 12th, 6 PM - Zoom Meetup for Women in Nonprofits
Join us online to connect, share, and celebrate women in community service. We'll discuss our goals, successes, and challenges in business and share our stories and achievements. This event is for women currently working in or planning to start a nonprofit organization, who are interested in collaboration, strategic planning, and making a real impact in our communities. Learn More
October 12th, 11 AM - $20 Workshop: End-of-Year Fundraising
Our $20 Workshop Series kicks off on October 10th with "End-of-Year Fundraising." This 2.5-hour hands-on virtual experience will help you develop a fundraising strategy and start building your funder packet with professional guidance and support. Learn More
Year-Round Changemakers Program
The Changemakers Program is open to women who have taken on leadership roles within educational nonprofit organizations. The annual program fee is $595 and includes access to DevoCenter Digital Library, One-on-One Coaching Sessions, Minigrant Application Clinics, and Social Media Support and Promotion. Learn More
Changemaker News
The Mordican Foundation Joins DevoCenter to Meet the Needs of College Bound Students
A warm welcome to Sherrice Hays of The Mordican Foundation. She joined us in April and is working towards improving economic, educational, and social conditions for students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The organization is building a community of scholars and providing financial assistance to HBCU freshman. Ms. Hayes is a smart and dedicated administrative professional who is glad to learn and serve to support youth education and well-being. We’re excited to see Ms. Hayes grow in her leadership capacity as board secretary at the Mordican Foundation. Learn more about DevoCenter Changemakers.
Research Results and Peer to Peer Mental Health Supports for Female Student Athletes
In the Spring of 2024 Erika Perry, on behalf of YouthTalk United, visited 4 high schools and surveyed 136 female athletes, ages 13-18 in Jefferson County Alabama. The site visits revealed gaps in mental health education, and highlighted the need to empower students and reinforce positive thinking. Surveyed students self-reported their overall mental well-being, and while the results were encouraging they also revealed a significant number of participants who could benefit from a more positive and empowered mindset. YouthTalk United has developed a Peer-to-Peer Program in response to the data and following student requests for ongoing support. The program aims to improve the overall well-being of female student athletes and their success in both sports and life. Learn more about the program and research results.
Client News
Get To Know The Cloud Institute for Sustainability Education
The Cloud Institute for Sustainability Education is known for inspiring educators and students to think about the world, their relationship to it, and their ability to influence it in an entirely new way. Education for Sustainability (EfS) aims to create a more ecologically and socially just world, and is based on the idea that people should balance the needs of humans and the economy with respect for the Earth's resources. If you are an educator seeking innovative teaching strategies, or a student in need of inspiration and ideas to participate and care for our planet, the Cloud Institute's blog is a great place to start. This collection of resources offers valuable information and guidance for integrating sustainability into learning and empowering individuals to take meaningful action toward a healthier, more resilient planet. Check out the blog and subscribe to the quarterly newsletter.
Little Sun People Appoints New Executive Director
Little Sun People recently announced Aaliyah Barclift as its new Executive Director, succeeding her mother, Mama Fela Barclift. Mama Aaliyah brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment, having served as an LSP teacher for over 20 years and Educational Director since 2021. Aaliyah was Mama Fela’s very first student and the inspiration for Little Sun People. Her transition to this new role is a natural progression towards continuing the legacy of excellence and dedication to African-centered education for early learners in Brooklyn, New York. Learn More
Board News
DevoCenter Board Member Jasmine Sims recently started a new position as Vice President, Legal Operations at IBM. After dedicating the last 12 years as an Operations Executive at Vanguard, she’s bringing knowledge, experience and energy to her new role, where she will work towards ensuring the continued success of IBM's legal and regulatory affairs function.
We’re very happy to congratulate and celebrate Jasmine as she begins this new chapter! 🎉✨
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DevoCenter is a 501c3 educational nonprofit based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Your gift is tax deductible.
Our mission is to prepare women for nonprofit entrepreneurship and empower them to do the most good. If that’s important to you too, we hope you will join us in supporting women at work in our neighborhoods.
The women we serve are enthusiastic, connected their causes, and dedicated to learning that uplifts and prepares young people for the future. They are knowledgeable, creative problem solvers who selflessly devote their time to improving the lives of others. Your financial support helps us work with leaders to build better nonprofits.