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January 19, 2023
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The Nonprofit Institute at USD Recognizes Three Local Nonprofits for their Leadership
The Nonprofit Institute at the University of San Diego just announced the 2023 winners of the prestigious Kaleidoscope Award for Good Governance at their Annual Nonprofit Governance Symposium. Like a kaleidoscope, nonprofit governance is intricate, varied, and constantly evolving. For the past 16 years, this award has recognized, celebrated, and promoted effective, engaged board leadership in the San Diego region's nonprofit sector.
This year’s award winners are:
According to The Nonprofit Institute’s recent State of Nonprofits and Philanthropy Report, San Diego County nonprofits are well positioned to innovate to meet challenging community needs and advance the quality of life in our region. However, the sector’s ability to realize its full potential is most immediately threatened by the impacts of inflation and competition for qualified workers. Furthermore, as fewer people are able to make ends meet due to the impacts of inflation, demand for nonprofit services will continue to go up.
“This year’s Kaleidoscope Awards recognize exemplary nonprofit board leadership during a particularly challenging few years,” said Emily Young, Executive Director of The Nonprofit Institute. “We believe it is important to highlight the role that strong and effective governance plays in ensuring that nonprofits can extend their missions for the greatest good of our communities.”
The Nonprofit Institute provides education, training and research to strengthen organizations that help meet community needs. The Nonprofit Institute’s work represents a broader commitment by the University of San Diego to serve as an anchor institution dedicated to benefitting our region.
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