by Yodit Mesfin Johnson | Dec 5, 2024 | Uncategorized
We’ve Been Here Before, and We’ll Move Forward TogetherThe passing of H.R. 9495—the Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act, also known as the “Nonprofit Kill Bill”—last month landed like a weight on my chest. Its swift...
by Will Jones III | Nov 7, 2024 | Uncategorized
Since 2020, I’ve had the privilege of writing a blog post around this time of year, sharing reflections on my role and work fundraising for NEW. And each year, I’ve taken time to reflect, found a central theme, and waxed poetic about my latest musings. And of course,...
by Yodit Mesfin Johnson | Oct 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
In this engaging conversation, Yodit Mesfin Johnson, President & CEO of NEW, and Jeanne Bell, founder of JustOrg Design, explore how organizations can fully activate bold strategies and build collective decision-making power through justice-centered design. They...
by Yodit Mesfin Johnson | Sep 15, 2024 | Uncategorized
I’m writing this at the end of my first week back from an incredibly memorable two-month sabbatical. In their 2023 grant cycle, the McGregor Fund made a bold investment in leaders of Detroit-area nonprofits who are dedicated to equity and justice. This shift in the...
by Carly Friedrich | Aug 1, 2024 | Blog, Uncategorized
“We are exactly who we need.” This is a commonly used phrase around NEW these days, and I completely understand why. Coming to NEW burned out and feeling alone, I have experienced healing and daily inspiration from my connections with those in NEW’s Learning...
by Yodit Mesfin Johnson | Jul 12, 2024 | Uncategorized
When one door closes, another opens. At least that’s our experience at NEW right now. As the composition of NEW’s leadership has changed over the past few months, we’ve had the opportunity to reflect on what we can gain and lean into with transition....
