Neighborhood Networks Centers Working Together: Consortia Development

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Securing resources and implementing programs that residents need to achieve greater self-sufficiency is no simple task, but centers do not have to go it alone. By joining a consortium, centers can pool resources with other centers in their region. In addition to the Neighborhood Networks National Consortium (NNNC), regional Neighborhood Networks consortia have been established throughout the country. If a regional consortium does not exist, centers can start their own. This session discusses the benefits of consortium membership, including shared resources, access to funding opportunities and partnerships specific to consortia, joint programming, and networking, and describes how centers can develop and maintain a consortium.

Presenters:

Vasya Dostoinov
Project Coordinator
Neighborhood Networks
Phone: (973) 622-0900 ext. 117

LaKeisha Jackson
Executive Director
Pathway to the Future Learning Center
Phone: (317) 890-1624

Vasya Dostoinov is the program associate for BCT Partners. Prior to joining BCT Partners, Mr. Dostoinov worked with the Contract Services Division of Government Services Group where he synthesized disparate information sources to develop transition and development plans for municipalities. He was also a management associate within the Prudential Financial Leadership Development Program, and was subsequently promoted to associate manager where he co-lead Insurance Division's Customer Relations Unit for life contracts. Mr. Dostoinov earned a bachelor of arts degree in economics with a concentration in environmental studies from Swarthmore College, and an MPA from the Maxwell School of Syracuse University.

LaKeisha Jackson is the executive director of Pathway to the Future Learning Center, a nonprofit, community center that helps disadvantaged and at-risk youth develop personal, professional, and educational skills. In this position, Ms. Jackson mentors children to learn, grow, and become self-sufficient. She also has developed programs such as the Pathway Teen Summit Youth Council that creates opportunities for youth. Since 2001, Ms. Jackson has touched the lives of thousands of youth and families by helping them achieve their personal, financial, spiritual, and educational goals. Ms. Jackson has received numerous awards, certificates, and outstanding achievements, but she is proudest of the Performance Award she received from the Amber Wood's Cooperative Board for going above and beyond the call of duty. She was selected for her outstanding achievement and family support during the aftermath of the 2002 tornado that destroyed several apartments at the Amber Woods 350-unit apartment complex. Ms. Jackson has served on several community committees and boards, including as president of the Indiana Neighborhood Network Consortium, Eastside Neighborhood and Community Team (ENACT) Committee, Indianapolis Neighborhood Resource Community (INRC) Board Advisory Committee, Warren Township Metropolitan Advisory Committee, and Indianapolis Metropolitan Insight Advisory. Ms. Jackson earned a master's degree in business administration with a specialization in health care management from Indiana Wesleyan University, a bachelor of science degree in business management with an emphasis in marketing from Indiana Wesleyan University, and an associate of science degree from Ivy Tech State College.

	Presentation
	Board Committee Descriptions
	Consortia Development Services
	Consortia Map
	Foundations of Proposal Writing
	Sample Strategic Plan
	Strategic Planning