April 2025 - Newsletter - The Future is Abundant
Apr 08, 2025
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The Future is Abundant!April 2025 FutureGood is a consultancy focused on helping visionary leaders build a better future. Through DEI consulting, strategic visioning, keynotes, retreats, and online learning, FutureGood helps thought leaders (like you!) to deploy futurism. |
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We’re thrilled to welcome Jerry Hawkins to the FutureGood team as a Visioning Strategist! With his deep experience in the philanthropic sector, he will play a key role in helping organizations navigate uncertainty and create transformative strategies for the future. Join us in welcoming Jerry—his expertise will be a tremendous asset to the FutureGood team! |
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Scenario Planning:
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The rate of change is speeding up within the social sector. Join Philanthropic Futurists, Trista Harris and Betsy Cohen, for a free webinar, where you'll learn how to map out uncertainty and build future-ready strategies through a scenario planning exercise that everyone can use. โ Date: Monday, April 21, 2025 Time: 1pm ET/10am PT |
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FutureGood Friends and Clients in the News |
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Deanna James, President & CEO of St. Croix Foundation for Community Development, has been appointed to the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York (FHLBNY) Affordable Housing Advisory Council for a three-year term. Learn More> Rev. Cory S. Anderson, Chief Innovation Officer at Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation, was named the Calvin King Economic Development Award Recipient by the @Arkansas Black Caucus! Tanya Gulliver-Garcia, Director of Advisory and Education Services at Center for Disaster Philanthropy, has jointed the Advisory Board of Disability & Philanthropy Forum. Johanna Moya Fabregas, Ph.D. Executive Director, Con Mi MADRE, received the Catalyst for Education Award from the St. Edward's University for making a meaningful difference in education. |
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Attention FutureGood Studio Alumni! |
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There is so much desire to bring futurism to organizations during this time of rapid change. The FutureGood team often gets speaking or other requests that we cannot fulfill. If you are interested in bringing futurism to more people by becoming a FutureGood Ambassador, reach out to Dena Rapley> |
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Check this out! |
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According to Trista Harris, nonprofits in 2025 must embrace AI, flexible strategies, and long-term visioning to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world. By leveraging technology and future-focused planning, organizations can amplify their impact and drive meaningful, lasting change. Read More> |
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Dr. Sherece West-Scantlebury, CEO of the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation, reflects on the organization's 50-year commitment to equity, opportunity, and prosperity for all Arkansans, even as DEI initiatives face increasing opposition. Looking ahead, she reaffirms the foundation’s unwavering dedication to creating a future where every Arkansan can thrive. Read More> |
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With Gratitude |
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FutureGood wants to extend thanks to our colleagues in the social sector who have referred our services. We appreciate you! |
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Guff Van Vooren |
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Board Member and Partner Social Venture Partners International Social Venture Partners Minnesota |
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Michael Deleon |
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Program Coordinator Black Leadership Institute Institute for Nonprofit Practice |
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Cedric Brown |
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Founder Blue Skies Advising, LLC |
