Welcome to our Non-Profit Networking Page
We will bring in Health and Wellness care advocates to train community nonprofits as a community service.
The training sessions for Health and Wellness will consist of two FREE days (one in person and one virtual)
VIRTUAL SESSION: NOVEMBER 5TH 10 AM TO 12 NOON
INPERSON SESSION: DECEMBER 5TH 9:30 AM TO 12:30 PM
The in person event will be held at Grace Bible Fellowship of Antioch | 3415 Oakley Rd., Antioch, CA 94509
This session will provide a Free breakfast, Health Wellness tips, Motivational speakers
and an opportunity for non-profit organizations to network.
Below are the highlights of our two‑day event, along with the presenters who will be leading this powerful opportunity to unite and strengthen the way we serve our communities.
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We believe Health and Wellness is essential, not only for the communities we support but also for the staff and volunteers who make our missions possible.
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Our Non‑Profit Networking sessions will focus on sharing best practices, strengthening collaboration, offering organizational guidance, and exploring how we can work together in the future.
This two‑day event is FREE for local non‑profits. Space is limited to 25 organizations, with up to three participants per organization. Reserve your spot today while openings are still available by clicking the Eventbrite button or the Learn More button.
Note: the Eventbrite button will be available soon. In the meantime you can go to contact us and leave your contact information and you will be the first persons we will contact you back to register for the event.
Dr. Marya Wright, DSW, LCSW
Health & Wellness Presenter
Dr. Wright earned her master’s in social work from Cal State East Bay, specializing in Child Welfare Policy and Research, and a bachelor’s in social work with a focus on Child Welfare Services and Motivational Interviewing from San Diego State University.
Pastor Kirkland A. Smith
Program Speaker
Reverend Kirkland A. Smith was born on January 25 in San Francisco, CA. He attended St Ignatius College Prep, San Francisco, CA, and San Jose State University, San Jose, CA, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration/Management and attended World Harvest Seminary Master's program.
Below are our presenters and others that will be attending:
Key Community Goals
• Reduced Service Gaps:
• Maximized Funding:
• Holistic Support:
• Stronger Advocacy
The Health and Wellness benefits to the community are as follows:
• We believe that Health and Wellness is crucial because it supports both the staff and the communities we serve.
• For the staff, it combats burnout by offering benefits like robust wellness programs, which improves retention and productivity.
• For the community, it bridges health disparities by providing access to services, education, and resources for underserved populations, ultimately improving overall health outcomes.
• By offering education and resources, nonprofits help people make informed decisions about their health and take control of their well-being.
Strategic Approach for Reaching Desired Non-Profit Outcomes:
To turn a network into an effective engine for change, use the Collective Impact framework:
1. Establish a Common Agenda: All organizations must agree on the primary community problem and a shared vision for solving it.
2. Define Shared Measurement: Decide on a common set of metrics (e.g., tracking the exact number of individuals housed or meals served) to track progress uniformly across all partners.
3. Align Mutually Reinforcing Activities: Instead of everyone doing the same thing, divide tasks based on each nonprofit's core strengths and expertise.
4. Maintain Open Communication: Build trust through regular meetings, shared data platforms, and transparent feedback loops.
5. Form a Backbone Organizational Support: Designate subject matter experts to help with managing technology, and how to best handle administrative reporting.
Contact Information
Do you need more information about this two day event, or will like to sign up see below.