MEDIA ADVISORY

For Immediate Release Contact: Dale K. Weighill

February 28, 2001 (810) 232-6216

 

WHAT: The first annual Genesee County Nonprofit Collaboration Forum, co-hosted by the Resource Center and The University of Michigan, Flint.

WHY: To discuss the promises and potential pitfalls of collaborative efforts and partnerships among nonprofit agencies, both locally and statewide, and to encourage collaboration among local nonprofit organizations.

WHEN: Wednesday, March 7, 2001 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

WHERE: Michigan Rooms A & B, University Center Building (UCEN),

The University of Michigan, Flint

WHO: Over 40 representatives from local nonprofit agencies and organizations are scheduled to hear keynote remarks from Sam Singh, President of the Michigan Nonprofit Association. Also, a panel of distinguished presenters will discuss their experiences with nonprofit collaborative efforts. Panelists will include:

Kyle Caldwell, Executive Director, Michigan Community Service Commission

Debbie Harris, Health Team Coordinator, Faith Access to Community Economic Development (FACED)

Pete Hutchison, Executive Director, Neighborhood Violence Prevention Collaborative

Diana Kelly, Manager for Community Partnerships, United Way of Genesee County

Victor Papale, President, Community Foundation of Greater Flint

Libby Richards, Administrative Project/Communication Coordinator, Mott Children’s Health Center

Karen West, Former Executive Director, Resource Center