489. Associate Boards + Engaging the Next Generation in Your Mission - Nelvin Johnson

Meet Nelvin. He’s a self-defined hopeless optimist with an unshakeable belief that things will get better💪 He’s part of the We Are For Good community and finds ways to be a trailblazer listening to the podcast. With over a decade of experience in financial services, he went all in and jumped to a career where he can build more compassionate communities of care, generosity, trust, and innovation. He fits right in as the Development Officer at The Bowery Mission, a New York organization that has been a beacon of hope for those in need for over a century. In addition to his incredible story, Nelvin is  sharing his valuable insights for nonprofits considering building an Associate Board, illustrating how it can amplify their impact 🤝 Tune in to get excited about inviting the next generation into your work. Today’s GuestNelvin Johnson,  Development Officer, The Bowery Mission Episode HighlightsNelvin’s story and journey to where he is today (3:40)Overview of The Bowery Mission (14:00)Engaging Young Professionals in Your Mission: The Bowery Mission’s Associate Board (19:00)Why should nonprofits build an associate board? (22:00)Mindsets Nelvin is bringing to his work (33:00)A powerful moment of philanthropy in Nelvin’s life (35:00)Nelvin’s One Good Thing: Don’t be afraid anymore. (41:00)How to connect with Nelvin and The Bowery Mission (42:00)For more information + episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/489.Join us at ImpactUp: Story! Join us online from 12-1:30 CST for a free virtual session including a keynote with storytelling phenom, Afdhel Aziz, and a roundtable convo with 4 amazing nonprofit leaders. Then that evening, in nearly 50 cities around the world are hosting local meetups to keep the conversation going in person.Find a meetup near you or join us virtually! Make the most of Monthly Giving Awareness Week 💛During Monthly Giving Awareness Week (May 11-16), Givebutter is giving back. For every new monthly donor who gives $5 or more, your nonprofit earns a $10 donation. $25,000 in matching funds are available to organizations just like yours! Get all the details and get started today here!  //Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.comSay hi 👋LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter