On a Learning Mission

First of all, the technical issues with the website should be fixed at this point.  I had to restart my computer, but it appears to be working correctly now.  We apologize to anyone who had any issues accessing information. We also thank Brian Hecker for his work updating the site's content.

Over the weekend, I was able to make some connections to fascinating nonprofits.  I have no doubt I have a lot to learn from each of these groups.  I look forward to learning from Sheeba Jacob, Assistant Program Director at Facing the Future.  They use globally relevant issues to make education more engaging.  As we design curricula, their experience will be hugely valuable.  Additionally, friends of Reach, Inc. have made connections to two other non-profits.  We look forward to connecting with Hands On DC and Free Minds Book Club.  These two organizations do good work in DC, and we look forward to learning.

Today, I will be meeting with Lynsey Jeffries of The Higher Achievement Program.  Ms. Jeffries has experience in nonprofit fund raising, and she understands well the DC education scene.  Additionally, I will be heading to a happy hour tomorrow night for the Young NonProfit Professionals Network.  I recently joined this organization as an effort to meet other non-profit executives in the area.  Finally, I recently learned about The NonProfit Times.  I look forward to using this new resource to learn more about nonprofit administration.

Also, I have just started reading Reconnecting Disadvantaged Young Men.  Beyond my general interest in the book, I hope to meet with its author in the coming weeks.

Thanks, as always, for reading.

Mark

Founder and President - Reach, Inc.